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Maui Clear Kayak and Snorkel Tour at Olowalu 3 hr

TourTruth score 8.3 out of 10

Very goodTop 22% in Maui

29 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Maui
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Paddle a clear kayak over Olowalu’s reefs, spot marine life, and enjoy sweeping views of Maui’s mountains and nearby islands.

About this tour

See Maui’s underwater world without leaving the surface on a clear kayak and snorkel tour at Olowalu. The transparent kayak bottom offers a window onto the reef as you paddle through coastal waters, with chances to spot sea turtles, fish, eels, rays, and dolphins. In winter, humpback whales may also appear.

Along the way, take in views of Haleakala, the West Maui Mountains, Olowalu Valley, and the neighboring islands of Kaho‘olawe, Lanai, and Molokai. Your guide leads the experience, and snorkeling equipment, a life jacket, bottled water, and a granola bar are provided. The three-hour outing welcomes guests ages 3 and up, and no kayaking or snorkeling experience is needed. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, though it is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.

Maui Clear Kayak and Snorkel Tour at Olowalu meets near Highway 30’s mile marker 14. Review the kayak weight limits and meeting directions before you go, then set out for a fresh perspective on Maui’s reefs and coastline.

Highlights

  • Peer through a clear kayak at Olowalu’s reefs and marine life
  • Look for sea turtles, fish, eels, rays, and dolphins
  • Take in views of Haleakala, the West Maui Mountains, and nearby islands
  • Watch for humpback whales during winter months

What's included

Included

  • Experienced tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Life jacket
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Granola bar

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Photo packages, available for an additional cost on the day of the tour

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Important information

  • Suitable for ages 3 and up
  • No kayaking or snorkeling experience is necessary
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Clear kayak individual weight limit: 220 lbs; guides weigh participants at the meeting location
  • Tandem kayak limit: 420 lbs total; the 220 lbs individual limit still applies
  • Two regular kayaks are available by request for individuals up to 290 lbs; contact the provider to reserve
  • A tandem kayak is automatically assigned to bookings of two adults; clear kayaks are limited
  • Report medical conditions, including pregnancy, and dietary restrictions to the provider by email
  • Meet at the gravel parking area on the ocean side of Highway 30, opposite the green mile marker 14 sign; do not park on the sand
  • Incorrectly reported weight above the limit may prevent participation without a refund

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The guided kayak and snorkel experience lasts 180 minutes.

What is the minimum age?

The activity is suitable for ages 3 and up.

Do I need kayaking or snorkeling experience?

No prior kayaking or snorkeling experience is necessary.

What are the kayak weight limits?

The clear kayak limit is 220 lbs per person. Tandem kayaks have a 420 lbs combined limit, and the 220 lbs individual limit still applies. Contact the provider about reserving a regular kayak for someone up to 290 lbs.

Where is the meeting point?

Park in the gravel area on the ocean side of Highway 30, opposite the green mile marker 14 sign. Do not park on the sand.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 29 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 8.3. Top 22% in Maui means it ranks in the top 22% of tours in Maui by this score.

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