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Makena Whale Watching and Snorkel 3 hr

TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10

GoodTop 43% in Maui

71 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Maui
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Paddle Makena’s Pacific waters in search of humpback whales, then snorkel a colorful reef with tropical fish and green sea turtles.

About this tour

Set out from Makena for a three-hour kayak and snorkel adventure in Maui’s clear Pacific waters. This Makena whale watching and snorkel tour pairs the search for humpback whales with time to explore a vibrant reef.

Paddle along the coast with a certified guide, keeping watch for whales as you take in the ocean scenery. Then slip into the water for a guided reef snorkel, where colorful tropical fish and green sea turtles may be among the sights. Small group sizes make it easier to enjoy the experience, while provided snorkel equipment, bottled water, and snacks help keep you comfortable along the way.

The Makena whale watching and snorkel experience is best suited to travelers with at least a moderate level of fitness. Check in at 6:45 a.m. for the 7:00 a.m. departure. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided. Book your outing and experience Maui’s marine life from both the water’s surface and below it.

Highlights

  • Paddle Maui’s clear Pacific waters in search of humpback whales
  • Snorkel a colorful reef among tropical fish and green sea turtles
  • Explore with a professional guide in a small-group setting

What's included

Included

  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Use of snorkeling equipment

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos, available to purchase
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Check in 15 minutes early at 6:45 a.m. for the 7:00 a.m. start

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.86 from 71 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Maui
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.5. Top 43% in Maui means it ranks in the top 43% of tours in Maui by this score.

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