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South Shore Turtle Kayak and Snorkel Experience

4.8 · 186 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Maui Operated by Keliis Kayak Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Likely to sell out
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared, up to 10 travellers
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
07:00, 10:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Paddle through Makena Bay with views of Molokini and Haleakala Volcano, then snorkel reefs in Turtle Town.

Kayaks, snorkel gear, safety instruction and light refreshments are included; hotel pickup is not. 4.83 from 186 reviews at €108 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #15 of 19 in Kayak & Paddleboard Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
2.75 HoursThe page priceSouth Shore Turtle Adventure 2.75 hour€108
3.5 to 4 hourSouth Shore Turtle Deluxe Adventure 3.5 to 4 hour€138

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Included and not included

  • Light refreshments
  • Beach side safety and paddling instruction from our guides
  • Professional guide
  • Life Jackets
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Quality late model ocean touring kayaks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off NOT included

Reviews

4.8
186 ratings
Tripadvisor 124 · Viator 62

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 180 of 186

Star breakdown of all 186 ratings

5 stars
162 · 87%
4 stars
18 · 10%
3 stars
5 · 3%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
1 · 1%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
GOOGLE / APPLE Map "Makena Landing". **** DO NOT go to any residential address. From Makena Landing parking lot, with ocean on right, walk up over little hill - ask for Kelii's Kayak
Departure
07:00, 10:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Keliis Kayak Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

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 bottled water.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Kayak & Paddleboard Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #15 of 19€1082h 30m4.83 (186)shared, max 10
Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui€1322h5.0 (309)private
Water Bike Tour in South Maui€1191h 45m4.97 (400)shared
Turtle Town Coastal Kayak & Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed€1183h4.94 (429)shared

Ranked #15 of 19 in Kayak & Paddleboard Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €108 to €296, median €132; typical length 2h 30m. 3 of 19 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 19 Kayak & Paddleboard Tours

From €108 per adult · 2.75 Hours