Water Sports in Maui

Stand up paddle boarding is one of the fastest growing water sports in the world, and Maui is an ideal place to learn how to stand on water. Unlike spots on the southern coast that are packed and crowded with paddlers, this North Shore location has more green sea turtles than other people out paddling. Led by an instructor with a rich passion for the ocean, learn the basics of proper paddling and how to balance on the board - all skill levels are welcome. Cruise down the coast on your board, buoyed by the wind, before finishing back near the shop.

Ride a veritable Hawaiian roller coaster on this adventurous jet boat tour form Kaanapali Beach. Skip across the waves on an eco-friendly jet boat equipped with twin turbo-charged jet drives for a powerful ride around Maui.

Journey back in time with an expert local guide during this traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe tour. Learn about Polynesian culture as you cruise through top attractions and scenic tropical landscapes. Get up close to local marine life as you make your way through the waters between Wailea Beach and Maui.

On this Molokini snorkel cruise, travel in comfort to Molokini Crater and the Keawalai shoreline of Maui. The crew onboard assists you with gear and provides lifeguarding help in the water, and also help serve the delicious breakfast and lunch provided on board. After snorkeling the waters of Molokini Crater, embark on a search for Hawaiian Green sea turtles, which are often found by the colorful reefs just off the Keawalai coast.

Over 200 different species of fish inhabit Molokini Crater, and you'll have the chance to search for them all aboard this Maui snorkeling tour. Inside this ancient volcanic caldera that rises up out of the sea, you might also find manta rays, sea urchins, eels, or even a harmless shark. This tour also stops at a spot called Turtle Town along the Maui coastline, where you'll have the chance to swim alongside enormous Hawaiian Green sea turtles. Cruise up the coast in search of dolphins or Humpback whales in winter, all while enjoying a buffet lunch while relaxing out in the sun.

Get off the beaten path to explore the wild side of Molokini on this 5-hour adventure from Maui. The small, crescent-shaped island of Molokini is an extinct volcanic crater with a thriving coral reef, home to more than 250 species of fish and 38 species of coral. Hop aboard a 54-foot, single-deck catamaran and jump in the water for a snorkel at the Turtle Arches reef. Then cruise around Molokini's rugged, red rock back wall, home to a variety of seabirds. Snorkeling equipment plus a continental breakfast, buffet lunch and refreshments are included.

Imagine swimming in a sunken volcano that teems with thousands of fish, while splashing in water so crystal clear you can see for 100 feet. On this Molokini snorkeling tour, enjoy a Continental breakfast while cruising out to the crater, before jumping in the crystalline waters and scouring the colorful reef. You'll also make a second stop dependent upon conditions, and search for turtles at Turtle Town or a spot named Coral Gardens. This family friendly Maui activity is one of the island's most popular, and an unforgettable day of exploring the underwater world.

Leave the busy streets of Lahaina splashing behind in your wake, as you cross the channel to snorkel the crystal clear waters off of Lanai.  During this Maui snorkeling tour, spend 45 minutes motoring towards the isolated coast of Lanai, where sea turtles, fish, and occasionally dolphins swim circles above the reef. Once tied to a mooring off eastern Lanai, splash down the water slide that leads from the boat to the turquoise waters below, and enjoy a hot, BBQ lunch on the leisurely cruise back to Maui.

Snorkeling waters rich in marine life is a highlight of a trip to Maui, but it's not always easy to know where is the best place to go given the day's conditions. Ensure you find the right spot on this guided tour from Lahaina, which takes you snorkeling around coral gardens and amongst colorful schools of fish and green sea turtles. Scuba diving is also available for both experienced and new divers. While not underwater, lounge around on a floating mat or enjoy lunch and snacks onboard.

Get ready for fun in the sun on this guided, 5-hour dolphin watch and snorkeling adventure. Sail away to one of the best dive spots in the world - the beautiful blue waters off the island of Lanai. See Hawaiian Spinner, bottlenose and spotted dolphins swimming alongside the boat, then jump in for a snorkel above a coral reef with a wide variety of marine life. All the required equipment is included, plus enjoy a continental breakfast, barbecue lunch and refreshments along the journey.

Discover Maui's South Shore on a 2.5- or 4.5-hour snorkel and kayak tour. Led by a local guide, you'll paddle through the scenic Makena Bay on your choice of single or tandem kayaks. Then, take a dip in the water and explore the underwater world on a snorkel tour. Keep your eyes peeled for green sea turtles and other bright marine life. This family-friendly excursion is suitable for all skill levels, and your guide will provide paddling instructions as needed. Lunch is also included on the 4.5-hour option.

Sail to one of Hawaii's less-frequented islands on this snorkeling tour form Lahaina to Lanai, or the Pineapple Island. Snorkel beneath 300-foot tall cliffs near Shark Fin and Manele Bay, and look out for sightings of Lanai's resident pod of Spinner Dolphins. This tour also includes breakfast and lunch to fuel a full day of fun.

Discover the amazing array of marine life that populates Maui's Molokini Crater during this 5-hour small-group snorkeling trip. Head by boat to this long-extinct volcanic crater just off Maui, a top-notch snorkeling site where visibility often surpasses 180 feet (55m). Among the many creatures you may spot during your adventure are rays, tropical fish and variety of other wildlife. Finish your trip at 'Turtle Town,' another well-known snorkel site where you can glide through the water Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles. Your snorkel trip also includes, breakfast, lunch, local guide and snorkel equipment.

On this thrilling Maui night diving adventure, experience an entirely different world than you would while diving in the daytime, where lobsters, octopus, nudibranchs, and eels emerge from the inky black darkness. On this one-tank shore dive in West Maui, follow your expert dive instructor on an evening foray of the reef, searching for invertebrates and rarely seen critters attracted to the beam of your light. Since the dive is limited to only four divers, you're sure to have a personalized experience as you splash in the near-shore waters - sharing one of the most adventurous experiences you can find on Maui after dark.

In the morning, the guide will lead you on a leisurely paddle through Makena Bay along its beautiful coastline with views of Molokini and Haleakala Volcano. Take the opportunity to snorkel over colorful reefs and, in Turtle Town, with Hawaii's endangered green sea turtles and a variety of colorful marine life. Don't be surprised if you spot dolphins or, during whale season, possibly encounter humpback whales. This 2.5-hour snorkel and kayak adventure is for ages 5 years and up, for beginners and pros. There is a maximum group size of 10 people and it will be provided water and light snacks along the way.

On this Maui South Shore Kayak and Snorkel Tour, spend the morning swimming and snorkeling with schools of tropical reef fish, and keeping your eyes peeled for Hawaiian Green sea turtles that casually cruise along the reefs. This family friendly, Maui kayak tour is off the Makena coastline, an historic, volcanic section of shore that's protected form wind and the waves. And, in addition to multiple snorkel stops, visitors will enjoy oceanfront light refreshments while dining with toes in the sand.

If you've always wanted to breathe underwater - but never had the courage to try it - this introductory scuba lesson in Maui is the perfect place to get started. Under the watchful eye of a professional instructor and in calm, protected waters, you'll learn the basic skills required for scuba diving in Maui. The lesson has a maximum of only four divers and, once you've learned the safety basics, you'll casually kick around the reef in search of tropical marine life. When booking, choose from various lesson times.

On this guided Maui kayaking tour, begin your paddle on a white sand beach at the base of towering sea cliffs, and slowly cruise a section of coast that's inaccessible by land. The tour starts at Papalaua Beach at the base of the pali sea cliffs, and also includes snorkeling in crystalline coves in search of turtles and fish. Maybe a passing manta ray will decide to pay you a visit, and this Maui kayaking tour is a great way to spot Humpback whales in winter. Enjoy a small group, deli-style lunch on an isolated white sand beach - a welcome reward for paddling 4.0 miles along the coast!

Paddle out along the shores of Makena on the south side of Maui for a guided, 3-hour kayak and snorkeling adventure in an area with green sea turtles. Enjoy the calm, clear water, with great views of Haleakala National Park and the majestic West Maui Mountains along the way. Plus, the turtle sightings are guaranteed on this small-group tour - not to mention whales in the winter and pods of dolphins from time to time. All snorkeling gear plus fresh Maui Gold pineapple and bottled water are included.

Explore the cave-studded shores and vibrant marine life of Lanai on a snorkeling tour from Maui's Kaanapali Beach. Make two stops to splash into clear, warm waters where green sea turtles and spinner dolphins are often seen, with an experienced captain providing narration along the way. Enjoy breakfast onboard a spacious vessel equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable half-day cruising among the hidden sea caverns and beaches of this enchanting Hawaiian island.