A Turtles + Outrigger Canoe experience by Hawaiian Ocean Sports. Back to all Maui tours.
Tour Summary: Enjoy the pristine waters off Wailea point and abundant sea life (including turtles!) while you experience a traditional Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Tour and learn the culture, art, and sport of canoe paddling.
A Hawaiian green sea turtle (Honu) swimming off the coast. Credit: Island of Hawaii Visitors Bureau (IHVB) / Tyler Schmitt 
This outrigger canoe tour is a fun activity for the whole family. Image: Hawaiian Ocean Sports This outrigger canoe tour is designed to help you relive part of a traditional Hawaii. Join one of these fun and cultural tours. Image: Hawaiian Ocean Sports. Participate in traditional Hawaiian Chants (called “Oli”) as you paddle our canoe (hoe wa’a, in Hawaiian) along the south coast of Maui. Image: Hawaiian Ocean Sports
7 Tour Highlights:
- 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!
- Take in the breathtaking views of Haleakala, West Maui Mountains, Lana‘i, Kaho‘olawe/Kanaloa, and Molokini!
- Swim with the turtles if you’d like or watch as they swim alongside the canoe!
- Learn the culture, art and sport of canoe paddling along with information pertaining to the non-instrumental navigational techniques used by Polynesian voyagers.
- Learn about the Polynesian Voyagers as they sailed the Polynesian Triangle (New Zealand to Rapa Nui to Hawaii) using Celestial navigation/wayfinding.
- Participate in traditional Hawaiian Chants (called “Oli”) as you paddle our canoe (hoe wa’a, in Hawaiian) along the south coast of Maui.
- Fun for the entire family - ages 5 and up!
Important: Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level - you must be able to paddle a minimum of a half mile
Tour Information:
| Price: | Adult |
|---|---|
| (excluding taxes & fees) | $130 |
Tour Provider: Hawaiian Ocean Sports
Activity: Turtles + Outrigger Canoe
Tour start time: 9 am, 10 am, 11 am
Duration: 1 hour
Location: South Maui
Pick-up available? No.
Included: Professional guide
Cancellations: Customers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact Hawaiian Ocean Sports by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation (808-633-2800). No-shows will be charged the full price.
Read more: about turtles in our Maui turtles guide.
Read more about this tour
How would you like to get very close to the turtles, as you learn about Hawaiian history and traditions? This tour gives you the unique experience of paddling off Wailea Point and get acquainted with the honu and honu‘ea (Hawaiian Green Sea & Hawksbill Turtles) at turtletown. Even better? if you bring your swimwear you can jump in the water to swim alongside the turtles!
A Hawaiian green sea turtle (Honu) swimming off the coast. Credit: Island of Hawaii Visitors Bureau (IHVB) / Tyler Schmitt
What to bring:
We recommend you bring along a few items to guarantee a smooth and memorable experience:
- Sunscreen – The sun in Hawaii can affect you if you don’t take the necessary precautions. Reflection from the water can make your skin burn faster than when on land.
- Swim Attire – If you plan on swimming with the turtles or alongside colorful fish, appropriate swimming attire is a must.
- Sunglasses – Take care of your eyes and bring along a pair of sunglasses.
- Towel – Don’t forget to bring along a towel in case you’d like to use one when you get out of the water.
- Waterproof camera – We strongly recommend you bring along a waterproof camera.
- Waterproof bag for your belongings – Belongings carried inside a canoe can get wet.
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