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South Maui: Self Guided Clear Bottom Kayak Tour

4.2  / 521 reviews
Activity provider:Clear Kayaks Maui
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Water activity

South Maui: Self Guided Clear Bottom Kayak Tour

Activity provider:Clear Kayaks Maui
4.2  / 521 reviews

From $125 per group up to 2

Embark on a boat tour of turtle town in Maui's only glass bottom kayaks and witness the variety of diverse marine life.

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Duration 2 hours
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English
Small group
Limited to 2 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Marvel at the natural biodiversity
  • See sea turtles in their natural habitat
  • Enjoy the calm on the water
  • Have some fun with your squirt gun
  • Chance a glimpse of seasonal whales
Full description
Leave dry land behind and sail around Makena Landing, also known locally as “Turtle Town”. Feast your eyes on the incredible biodiversity of green sea turtles and reef fish, as well as the occasional manta and spotted eagle rays, octopi, dolphins, monk seals, humpback whales (December through April) and little white-tip reef sharks. The entire rental process takes 2 hours. Normal time to get checked in, waivers signed, provide paddle and safety instruction as well as an overview of the area is 5-15 min depending on your group. You will then have the remainder of your reserved time to paddle the waters far from the tourist crowds, paddling where you want on a steady and easy-to-use kayak. The more you take your time, the more you're likely to see!
Includes
  • One Clear Bottom Kayak and paddles
  • PFD
  • Paddle lessons
  • Local tips
  • Squirt gun
  • Fish identification card
  • Tips

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Ocean conditions are assessed by the crew before tours begin
  • The maximum capacity of the kayak is 450 lbs/204 kg. However, it is recommended for any group over 420 lbs split up differently or reserve an additional kayak
  • All ages are welcome
  • We have life jackets for all sizes except children under 30 lbs/13.5 kg (infants)
  • Children over 3 years old are not allowed to ride in laps. You may have to reserve a 2nd kayak
  • Groups cannot rotate and share kayaks. Please reserve the appropriate number to cover your whole group

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 21 reviews

Review summary

  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    3.9/5

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Christina – United StatesJuly 13, 2023 – Verified booking
In theory this was a great idea! In reality, leaning down with your head trying to view the underwater life while going over waves and water just led to nausea for my family. There were several others in the excursion who also left feeling the same. Hoping it was just a tough day on the water as we were really looking forward to this excursion. Also, it would have been a lot better if someone was on the water with us guiding us around to the spots to see turtles and sea life instead of it being self guided. We were all over the place and did not end up seeing a whole lot. I did see one turtle pop out at the beginning of the tour which made it for me, but that was one second out of 2 hours.
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesJune 12, 2022 – Verified booking
It was perfect weather ( go in the am) and everything ran smoothly. The boats were in good condition and the glass bottom was interesting but coral and fish were hard to see. I saw 5 turtles right away which made me happy as that is what I primarily went for. Yes you would see more snorkeling, however I really enjoy kayaking. This is a self guided tour so it is best for experienced kayakers, but not difficult. The guys were helpful and took the kayaks to and from the water. I would do it again!
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