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Great guide
Jesse was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable about cultural and geographical history of the area, oceanography etc. Saw only one sea turtle but it was huge and beautiful, swam under our canoe and came up to surface to say hello!
Maui: Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Cultural and Turtle Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $155 / person
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 73 reviews
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- There is free public parking at Wailea Beach Park. After parking, walk towards the ocean and take a left at the "Y" along the beach boardwalk and take your first right down the staircase leading to the beach. Look for canoes to your right. You've made it!
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Take an adventure and experience an important part of Hawaiian history on this 1-hour canoe tour in Maui. Paddle a traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe while learning about the ancient art of Wayfinding and Celestial Navigation used by early Hawaiian voyagers. Departing Wailea Beach, you'll paddle along Maui's scenic south shores and view an abundance of marine life, including endangered green sea turtles! Come see the Kohola, or Humpback whales Nov-April during their seasonal migration!
Tour Options
Itinerary
We invite you to relive a part of Hawaiian History and walk in the footsteps of the Ali’i (Chief, Royalty) as you experience a traditional Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Tour! Learn about the illegal occupation of Hawai'i and the overthrow of the Hawaiian Monarchy in 1893. Participate in traditional Hawaiian Chants (oli) as you paddle our canoe (hoe wa’a) along the south coast of Maui…breathtaking views of Haleakala, West Maui Moutains, Lana’i, Kaho’olawe/Kanaloa, and Molokini! Paddle our canoe to Turtletown off Wailea Point and see the honu and honu’ea (Hawaiian Green Sea & Hawksbill Turtles) that frequent this beautiful area! Swim with the turtles if you’d like or watch as they swim alongside the canoe!
Learn about the Polynesian Voyagers as they sailed the Polynesian Triangle (New Zealand to Rapa Nui to Hawaii) using Celestial navigation/wayfinding. In honoring the wisdom and knowledge passed on by generations from our ancestors, we are inspired to share the wisdom, values and traditions that sustained the Hawaiian culture in the past…and into the future…! Your journey departs beautiful Wailea Beach, in south Maui! Wailea in ancient Hawaii translated to ”Waters of Sacred Happiness”; Come join us for an unforgettable experience for the whole family!
Highlights
Canoeing equipment
Professional guide
Local taxes
Outrigger canoe excursion
What's included
Included
Canoeing equipment
Professional guide
Local taxes
Outrigger canoe excursion
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
4.5
73 reviews
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children 5 and younger are not recommended
- You must be able to paddle a minimum of a half mile
- Check-in is 20 minutes prior to the booked tour start time
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maui: Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Cultural and Turtle Tour take?
Maui: Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Cultural and Turtle Tour lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Maui: Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Cultural and Turtle Tour cost?
Prices start at $155 per person for this Maui experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Maui: Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Cultural and Turtle Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is There is free public parking at Wailea Beach Park. After parking, walk towards the ocean and take a left at the "Y" along the beach boardwalk and take your first right down the staircase leading to the beach. Look for canoes to your right. You've made it!. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children 5 and younger are not recommended
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Maui: Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Cultural and Turtle Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 73 verified reviews; it is run by Hawaiian Ocean Sports. Most-mentioned highlights: Canoeing equipment; Professional guide; Local taxes.
Reviews(73)
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Great Excursion!
This was a last minute excursion. Alex was a great outrigger skipper! We saw quite a few green sea turtles! He was very informative and we had a blast! We had our 12 year old that loved it!
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Best day ever!!!
These guys were amazing!! Gave us video and free pictures, so much fun!! Very imformative!!!! Just do it!!! Spend the money and try it!!!
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Awesome Ride
The outriggers are so much fun, a great learning experience and very relaxing. The tour guides are so knowledgeable!
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Do Not Book – Refund Promised, Never Delivered
When Hawaiian Ocean Sports cancelled our trip due to weather, staff member Donald verbally promised a refund for one member of our party who couldn't make the rescheduled date. I have this promise recorded in a voicemail. What followed was months of being ignored. After numerous unanswered emails, calls, and texts, I finally reached Donald by phone. He confirmed the refund had been processed and told me to expect it within seven days. That was 48 days ago. The refund has never arrived, and they have gone completely silent, no response to any form of contact since. This does not appear to be an isolated incident. A pattern of similar complaints exists across this site and others. Book elsewhere. The risk is not worth it.
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Chris was a great tour...
Chris was a great tour guide, full of interesting history about the island and the area. We came close to several humpbacks and it was a beautiful morning!
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Awesome experience - a highlight our of Maui stay
My wife and I loved the outrigger canoe and snorkel tour! It was one of the highlights of our stay on Maui. Our guide was friendly and informative and provided a fascinating background on Polynesian history before we even got on the water. The outrigger canoe was a lot of fun to paddle on with simple instructions provided by our guide. We then got to enjoy time snorkeling among the reef and saw many turtles. The other guide swam with us and took amazing videos and pictures of us and the turtles! These pictures and videos were shared with us after we returned to the beach (no extra cost!). We would highly recommend this excursion!
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You get the full...
You get the full experience with this excursion. Meaning you and whoever you bring with you will be putting in the work and burning the calories.
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The one on one canoe ride...
The one on one canoe ride was awesome. Seeing the clear water from the canoe was a great experience. The guide was knowledgeable and very helpful
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Fun activity for our...
Fun activity for our family…. Sea turtles and whales! Great location we spent the day on the beach afterwards
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