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title: South Shore Turtle Kayak and Snorkel Experience
lang: en
type: tour
city: Maui
country: United States
price: 108
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.83
reviews: 186
duration_minutes: 150
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 15 of 19 (Kayak & Paddleboard Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/south-shore-turtle-kayak-and-snorkel-experience/
---

# South Shore Turtle Kayak and Snorkel Experience

**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 (table below).

## Overview

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.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: GOOGLE / APPLE Map "Makena Landing".
- Max 10 people: small group
- Starts 07:00, 10:30: 2 departures a day

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €108 per person for the 2.75 Hours option; other options up to €138
- Duration: 2h 30m
- Rating: 4.83/5 from 186 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Likely to sell out
- Operator: Keliis Kayak Tours
- Group: Shared, up to 10 travellers
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 07:00, 10:30
- Booking: mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.83 from 186 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 180 of 186.

- 5 stars: 162 (87%)
- 4 stars: 18 (10%)
- 3 stars: 5 (3%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (1%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.75 Hours | €108 / person | English | South Shore Turtle Adventure 2.75 hour |
| 3.5 to 4 hour | €138 / person | English | South Shore Turtle Deluxe Adventure 3.5 to 4 hour |

## What's 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

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off NOT included

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:00, 10:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting point

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

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of ~ 10 paddlers per guide.
- Paddling distance for 2.5 hour tour is very leisurely. Snorkel time is approximately 45 minutes.

## Compared with other Kayak & Paddleboard Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #15 of 19** | €108 | 2h 30m | 4.83 (186) | shared, max 10 |
| [Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui](/usa/maui/tours/private-stand-up-paddle-boarding-tour-in-turtle-town-maui/?format=md) | €132 | 2h | 5.0 (309) | private |
| [Water Bike Tour in South Maui](/usa/maui/tours/water-bike-tour-in-south-maui/?format=md) | €119 | 1h 45m | 4.97 (400) | shared |
| [Turtle Town Coastal Kayak & Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed](/usa/maui/tours/turtle-town-coastal-kayak-snorkel-turtles-guaranteed/?format=md) | €118 | 3h | 4.94 (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.

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