Kihei, Hawaii

Located in Lahaina, Maui Ocean Sports offers premier kayaking and snorkeling adventures tailored to small groups seeking personalized service. With over five years of experience guiding eco-friendly tours, the company emphasizes respect for the ocean and attention to detail, ensuring safe and memorable outings. Although not the largest or oldest outfitter in Hawaii, it distinguishes itself through professionalism and a commitment to quality. Guests can expect expert guidance in exploring calm, shallow waters rich with coral reefs and tropical marine life. The business provides a variety of tours and lessons, including popular excursions such as the Lahaina kayak tour and the Maui whale watch combined with reef snorkeling. These trips typically last around three hours and accommodate up to ten participants, offering opportunities to see sea turtles, humpback whales, and monk seals. While kayak rentals are currently unavailable, the guided tours focus on interactive, educational experiences suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned paddlers. Customers consistently praise the friendly service and the chance to connect closely with Maui’s vibrant underwater ecosystem.

Located on the island of Maui, Hawaii, this club offers a unique opportunity to engage in traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe paddling within a supportive and culturally rich environment. Established in 2005, the club focuses on recreation, health, and the perpetuation of Hawaiian culture through paddling instruction and community involvement. Membership is exclusive to Maui residents who have lived on the island for at least 30 continuous days, ensuring a dedicated and local paddling community. The club’s setting at Kealia Beach provides natural resources that foster a warm and nurturing atmosphere for paddlers of all ages and experience levels. The club offers weekday paddling sessions for members and guests, with organized crewing facilitated by a Beach Captain to maximize participation. Special programs include Live Life Aloha, a health and fitness initiative for new paddlers, and the Pink Paddlers, which supports cancer survivors and their supporters through outrigger canoe paddling. These offerings emphasize both physical activity and social connection, making the experience accessible and rewarding. Members enjoy priority seating in canoes and benefit from a calendar-year membership that includes individual and family options, all supported by a volunteer-run structure that promotes community engagement.