Guides were AMAZING! Very knowledgeable about the area and wildlife. Offered suggestion to local attractions and restaurants unique to the area.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Reef safe sunscreen
- Rash guards (long sleeve water shirt) for extra protection from the sun.
- Fees and Taxes
- Locally grown bananas upon arrival, R/O water, granola on the water, and freshly cut Hawaiian pineapple with li hing mui waiting on shore.
- Dry bags
Excludes
- We recommend bringing a hat and sunglasses.
- Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- On highway 30, just past mile marker 14 across from the "Welcome to Olowalu" sign heading west. We have a black SUV with Gabriel's Ohana on the door and a big wooden trailer. Coming from Lahaina/Kaanapali side it is just past mm 14.5 and the sign reads Aloha. Along the shore, no parking lot.
Return
- On highway 30, just past mile marker 14 across from the "Welcome to Olowalu" sign heading west. We have a black SUV with Gabriel's Ohana on the door and a big wooden trailer. Coming from Lahaina/Kaanapali side it is just past mm 14.5 and the sign reads Aloha. Along the shore, no parking lot.
Itinerary
Paddle out into the Alalakeiki Channel with our experienced and knowledgeable guides. As you glide across our beautiful reefs the clear kayak acts as one big snorkel mask that magnifies the reef below. With a vast array of wildlife you never know what you will see like octopus, eels, sea turtles, manta rays, seals and schools of fish like the humuhumunukunukuapua'a just to name a few. Our professional photographer and drone operator on shore not only bring peace of mind by being an eye in the sky but are there to capture once in a lifetime moments as you, your friends and family experience the beauty Maui has to offer up close and personal. Photo/video package with drone and go pro footage available for an extra fee. We provide long sleeve rashguard, reef safe sunscreen, refillable water bottle with ice cold R/O water, dry bag, bananas/granola while on the water and fresh cut local pineapple on your return to the shore.
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Reviews
Cancelled my Kayak after many back and forth. Told that I will get a refund- give it few days. 2 weeks later still no contacts or refunds. Have to run for my money!!!!! Stay awayyyyyyyy!!
The staff were great, the kayaking was fun and not overly stranious. Sadly we didn't really get to see anything since the water clarity on the day we went was pretty bad but we did learn lots of cool facts from the tour guide and the fresh pineapple at the end was nice.
Exceeded our expectations! Gabriel was wonderful, knowledgeable and easy going. Very friendly and kind. It is a small operation which made for a personable experience. Would use them again.
Had a really good time! Our guide was amazing and had lots of good information and made the kayaking experience calm and relaxing!
Unfortunately our excursion was cancelled due to weather, but the company kept us informed about rescheduling and the reason for the cancellation! If we get out here again, we plan to sign up again.
What a fun time for our girls trip! Crystal blue water along the most beautiful reef! These kayaks are for everyone, experienced or not very easy to navigate. Not only do you see the beauty of Hawaii waters the view of the mountains is breathtaking. Also the best guide you could ever ask for is very knowledgeable of the reef and area.
Very enjoyable experience! Learned lots of history about maui in the process.
We had a wonderful experience. We never kayaked before but felt completely safe and ready for the experience. The family that operates this business is very friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time viewing undersea and coastline. We saw plenty of turtles and fish. Our guide (one of the sons) also shared lots of island and wildlife information. Came away from the morning of kayaking feeling so relaxed but exhilarated from the experience. It's a 100% a must do!
Great experience with Gabe and his father. They really made sure we got our days worth. They offered to stay out with us in both snorkeling and kayaking
Unfortunately, our trip got canceled due to bad weather. Was told from the host that we will be getting a full refund from Viator, the booking agency.
This experience was fun and relaxing! We learned about the coral reef , Maui and the surrounding islands! The pineapple after the kayaking was a special treat - thank you!
Jason was awesome. He explained everything we needed to know about kayaking and told us about the seals and turtles and whales and the reef. We truly had a wonderful time. Jason and Nicholas were accommodating and helpful throughout our experience. I highly recommend this adventure.
My husband and I had an amazing time snorkeling and were awestruck by the amazing reefs, sea urchin, fish and sea turtles we saw! We each only had 1 or 2 experiences with snorkeling prior to this, and we appreciated how patient and understanding our instructor was. We were pretty tired about 1.5 hours in, but our instructor was ready to go for another 3 hours if we were - truly unlimited it seems! The only slight confusion was that the Google pin address in their email didn’t work until I reached out to ask for it once I noticed it the night before. Also, the email mentioned we would be going in a clear kayak and receive some snacks as well as a clear water proof pouch for our phones, but it seems that wasn’t meant for our snorkeling experience. Not a big issue but did cause a little bit of confusion. Overall I would highly recommend this experience!
Excellent tour. Very informative and we enjoyed our time on the water. Tour operators thought of everything to make enjoyable
Two Clear kayaks with 2 adults each and one small child in each. Pontoons were added for stability on this calm, clear day. Ease of mind with small kids. Didn’t need to look thru the bottom because of the conditions here when it is calm. The kayak bottom can get a little fouled by sand you track in and water you splash in off the oars. Very informative and good humored staff. Nice refreshing pineapple snack.
Best and nicest guides in Hawaii!! Guides are patient, knowledgeable, and trusting letting each person go at the pace they desire. We saw 7 sea turtles up close!!
Guide was friendly, funny, and very personal. Easy paddling, can be done by most. Snacks and snorkeling were included.
Get ready to have a great time with a wonderful family business! Gabriel and his Father,Jason, are the main tour guides for the kayaking and snorkeling. Gabriel’s mom does the administrative work for the tours behind the scenes. Gabriel’s friend even works as an assistant tour guide and she is just as friendly and helpful as the guys. Once you park your car and make your way to their location, their friendliness and warmth will draw you in. It’s not fake or an act, they are just a close knit family and you can feel it. They really care about you having a great experience and they deal with their customers in a calm, patient way. We appreciated the family energy during the tour.saw some turtles and lots of coral. We had a great time and highly recommend it.
This was a lovely and relaxing way to start the day. Gabriel was extraordinarily attentive and provided so much interesting information about the islands; information we hadn’t heard on other tours throughout our vacation. We really appreciated that. The kayaks were in very good condition and the dry bags and snack came in handy. While we didn’t see many fish or turtles, we had a nice time taking in the scenery with good people.
Very nice experience. Jason is very knowledgeable and we enjoyed his sharing it with us. We saw turtles, whales coral and colorful fish.
We all enjoyed the kayaking, the snorkeling, Jason’s dad jokes, and the education about the marine life on Maui and surrounding islands. Great adventure!
The guides were nice but you need to be ready for a lot of random stories early in the morning. We didn’t see any fish. We did see a threesome of humpback and a couple of sea turtles.
One of the best memories from our trip to the island! We went out with Jason and his crew twice. We are both non-swimmers. The clear bottom kayaks got us excited to try the snorkeling afterwards. Jason took a lot of time with us to ease us into the water and go over basics. We spent plenty of time in shallow water first. Then he personally took us out for snorkeling. Both of us hadn’t been in the water in years but we couldn’t get enough! Jason made it fun and provided a lot of information along the way. We’ve done kayaking before in groups, this was by the far the most fun we had. If you do the snorkeling afterwards you won’t be disappointed! I can’t think of a better way to get introduced to snorkeling and you get to hang out with some great people during your trip!
I booked this for my husband I. I am so glad I did. This one by far one our top favorite experiences we’ve had in a vacation. Jason was our guide for kayaking and snorkeling and had a wealth of information about the island and of course the sea life below us. It was so inspiring to see how much Jason loves educating people about the ocean and enjoying the excitement of first time snorkelers like myself after seeing the intricate world of the coral reefs for the first time. My husband is a swimmer, I am not. Jason made me feel so comfortable in the water and taught me how to breathe while wearing the snorkel gear. He is by far the best tour guide I’ve ever had and such a delightful person to be around. You are almost guaranteed to swim near a green sea turtle and the fish are everywhere! Next time I visit Maui I definitely want to bring a GoPro!
It was so much fun and everyone was knowledgeable about the history of the area and of the spots where we kayaked and snorkeled. I have snorkeled for years and this was my best trip ever. They were great with experienced people and newbies! highly recommend.
Jason and Gabriel were so welcoming and kind from beginning to end. Very informative for the whole tour. Best experience thus far.
Our guide was great! He was very knowledgeable about the area and had a lot of stories to tell. The coral was cool and we saw a few fish.
This experience was so amazing! The guides were so patient and so nice that They really tried everything to cater to everybody's needs. They even taught me how to do free diving so i could swim with the turtles in deeper water 🤩🤩🤩 They weren’t in a rush and let me enjoy myself fully before we left. I was the last one leaving the water 😆 I would definitely book again next time I come
We had an AMAZING experience this morning with Jason and his son. They were both super friendly and very knowledgeable about the reef and the wildlife we saw. The highlight was snorkeling with three sea turtles... something we will never forget! We would highly recommend this adventure to anyone visiting Maui!
Kayaking and snorkeling with Gabriel's Ohana was the highlight of Maui for me and my husband. Jason and his trusty sidekick, Nick, set us up with everything we needed for kayaking and snorkeling. Jason led the kayaking and shared his knowledge about the coral reef ecosystem and very interesting tidbits about local customs and Hawaiian history. We were first-time snorkelers and Jason was so very helpful in acclimating us (quelling my anxiety) and making very sure that we were comfortable with the equipment. He instructed us how to breathe and was super helpful. The snorkeling was amazing!!! Among the coral reef we saw a few sea turtles and so many unusually colorful fish. I highly recommend this adventure with Gabriel's Ohana.
Gabriel was very informative about the coral, explaining the different types. He also helped ensure that we were all able to fight the stronger than normal current. His mom stayed on shore to watch our personal effects. Beautiful experience and we would recommend to all levels of experience.
The father and son duo were fantastic! Both of them super down to earth and made a connection with kids and one other girl around their love for K-POP and Anime. My family and I enjoyed each aspect of event. It’s a must try.
Jason and his sons were amazing and led a highly informative, entertaining, and well organized morning for our group. The calm clear waters and extensive reefs of the hidden gem of Olowalu were perfect, and Jason’s knowledgeable explanations and many stories enriched the experience greatly. The most memorable aspect we enjoyed was the deep generosity of spirit, time, and warmth given to our whole family. Our two sons kept talking enthusiastically about Jason and the incredible snorkeling tour that he guided long afterwards. We look forward to staying in touch for our future visits to Maui (and great tips for travel to Japan too!). Mahalo!
Was such a great time out on the water! Everyone was so friendly! They had snacks, sunscreen, everything you’d need out there. The tour was very informational for those who enjoy learning. Would love to go again if I ever find myself back in Maui!
Due to weather, we were unable to do the kayaking portion but we LOVED the snorkeling. Guides were patient and helpful, even with my weary 6 year old. This was a final activity in Maui and, it did not disappoint!
Small group. Great for beginners up to medium ability. Family run. Great snorkeling equipment provided.
Gabriel was a great guide, he made sure people were safe by checking on them often. He knew a lot about the reefs and the islands.
We had such a great experience with Jason and his sons. They were all very friendly and helpful. We got to swim with a turtle and also saw many fish and sea critters. The kayak part was very educational and enjoyable.
Absolutely amazing experience and THE highlight of our trip to Maui. Our Maui trip would not have been the same without this tour. This was the first time that my girlfriend and I went kayaking and snorkeling. We were a little worried at first as neither of us are strong swimmers, but Jason made sure we were safe and comfortable. Before we knew it we were snorkeling out in the ocean and admiring Maui's "Mother Reef" at Olowalu, which was truly an experience that I'll never forget. Jason is such a fun person to talk to and throughout the tour he will teach you about the ocean and its creatures (you even get to hold some of them!). He is always checking to make sure everyone is safe and is super patient with everyone, especially with first-time snorkelers. If you are hesitant because you have never been in the ocean, there is no reason at all to be worried. Looking back, if we chose not to do this tour with Jason, we definitely would have regretted that decision. Probably the only experience we would consider doing again if we came back to Maui one day 😊
Absolutely amazing experience! Jason and Gabriel were great; they shared their knowledge and pointed out all the amazing marine life. The snorkeling was wonderful!
WOW! Absolutely WOW! First of all the communication was taken to another level!, Jason texted individually personalized directions the day before and the morning of pictures showing all the Kayaks lined up so we could find the meeting point easily. Jason was so friendly and absolutely loves what he does! He gave us so much history and ocean knowledge , found us creatures to hold and look at. He was so gentle with the animals and so educational. He did not rush us at all, made sure we were ok and we all ventured off! The extras were incredibly great that he supplied, reef safe sunscreen, snacks, water, rash guards, dry bags but the icing on the cake was the fresh pineapple he taught us the best way to cut and we all had a great snack! Thank you for making my 1st time to Maui a super memorable one! I have so much respect for the ocean now:)
First time anyone in our family snorkeled. Jason and Gabriele were friendly, encouraging, and very attentive to everyone’s safety.
This tour was awesome - family run and they are passionate and truly genuine great people. One of the highlights of my Hawaii trip for sure
Jason is an amazing, knowledgeable, compassionate guide. You get ocean 101 on this tour! We kayaked for the designated time listed then headed back to shore to leave the kayaks and snorkel for a couple of hours. He helped me get back to shore when my leg cramped up on me and I truly appreciated him for that. He checked in with everyone often and ensured our safety.
The kayaking with Jason our tour guide was a great experience. He taught us some marine biology, history and how to kayak and snorkel. My girlfriend and I had such a great time snorkeling with Jason. My gf doesn’t know how to swim but Jason was patient enough to teach her how to snorkel with a life jacket. Jason guided her while I swam next to them. If you don’t know how to swim it’s okay because Jason can pull two people at a time with his long fins. That was the furthest my gf has been out into the ocean. Great conversations and great laughs. Id recommend bringing your kids on the kayak tour because they get a chance to use a water toy to get Jason wet at anytime during the tour. Jason is a talker so you can wet him anytime during the tour. 10/10 for the price and experience.
The kayaking was an ok trip; however, very little to see (a few fish and zero turtles). The parking directions texted to us one day before the trip resulted in a minor disaster ("park with two wheels on the road and two in the sand allowing for bikers to pass or face a fine" resulted in getting stuck and requiring a tow to lift us out). The tour guide is lots of fun. Overall, it was okay but I wouldn't go back.
Jason is, hands down, one of the nicest human beings I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. His passion for the ocean environment is genuine and heart-felt, and his desire to teach others about protecting this beautiful Maui habitat is incredible. On the kayaking tour, Jason taught us SO much interesting information, and the snorkeling was absolutely phenomenal! Jason brought up a brittle sea star (so spider-like!), a sea cucumber, a purple sea urchin, and a pencil urchin (my favorite!) for me to examine and hold before carefully replacing them where they belonged. Jason led me through the stunning architecture of colorful coral and we met several sweet sea turtles along the way. This was, by far, my MOST favorite activity while staying in Maui. Jason…thanks for the unique and exciting experience, for the incredible memories, for the loving hugs, and for giving the beautiful sea creatures of Maui a voice. Thank you for advocating for and protecting the Hawaiian habitat.
My wife and I had the opportunity to take the clear kayak tour this morning. The owner, Jason and his son are amazing. Jason took us around the reef, explained the different types of fish, coral and sea turtles in the area. Not only were the views spectacular but it was a very educational kayak experience. This was our first time. We saw several sea turtles and some fish during the trip. I highly recommend this experience.
We really enjoyed the kayak trip! Our guide was so kind and we could see how attentive he was to each group. He shared so much info about turtles, coral, sharks, whales, and more with us. We could sense his passion for his work and his genuine excitement to share and connect with us. We saw a bunch of turtles and whales in the distance.
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