2026-03-05T06:24:08.165Z

Joe was amazing! He brought us out in the kayaks and we were able to see whale's. Then we went to the reefs and saw see turtles. It was pretty amazing! Great experience!

2026-02-28T07:07:02.233Z

This tour is great for experienced kayakers. If you can hold your own in windy ocean conditions you will be greatly rewarded with a unique experience to observe Humpback Whales up close and personal. Our guide, Joe, was very knowledgeable and ensured we were safely and responsibly enjoying the whales all while taking great photos.

2026-02-09T02:11:56.658Z

We made memories we’ll always remember! That was so amazing seeing whales up close! Thank you!

2026-01-31T18:13:51.115Z

We got to kayak with whales and it was truly an amazing experience. We saw so many and few came very close. We heard them singing from above water. Our guide Kris was very knowledgeable about the area and the whales. There was a lot of paddling and we got a fair amount of sun so prepare yourself. Couldn’t recommend more!

2026-01-25T01:26:20.715Z

Incredible time with our amazing guide Kris! Very informative, saw amazing whale action, and everyone had such a blast! Highly recommend 😊

2026-01-25T00:27:15.747Z

UPDATE:We loved the snorkel tour so much, we went on a whale watching kayak tour with Kris during whale season. It was INCREDIBLE!! Highly recommend. Don't forget to tip your guide!______________________ORIGINAL REVIEW:Excellent tour!! We did the early morning Mākena Landing kayak/snorkel combo. The clear-bottom kayaks are very cool. Our guide, Kris was amazing. She was super helpful, knowledgeable, and fun! Instructions were clear and she did a great job making sure we were safe and having a great time.It was really fun to 'dismount' the kayak to go snorkeling and then 'hop back in' to paddle back.The media package is totally worth it- the pictures are incredible!Highly recommend this tour as you get a lot of variation in adventure, and Kris is super knowledgeable about the local scenery and wildlife.Don't forget to tip your guide!! 🤙

2026-01-06T03:16:11.600Z

Our whale watching trip with Chris was amazing and very special - something super unique and one we will treasure. All the pre-trip communication was clear and timely and meeting up day-of was easy. We launched at 7 am and felt like we had the area to ourselves. We were the only kayak group to go out as far as we did, which made for excellent whale watching, but is not for the faint of heart to get back to shore if you don't like paddling -- we love it so it wasn't an issue for us. Being out on the water was incredibly peaceful, you could hear the whales singing, and we followed one whale for about 4 rounds of surfacing about 50 yards from our boats- it was incredible. Chris was engaging and kind. He sent us photos from the day and gave recommendations on where to eat and visit in the area. Loved it all!

2025-12-29T19:21:39.475Z

We loved this tour and being able to see so much underneath the boat. Chris gave us some fascinating info about all the nearby islands and history.

2025-12-29T17:55:03.575Z

Looked at last reviews when booked and thought all tours were gonna be great based off rave reviews for Kris. probably would have been great if had been lucky enough to have Kris, but our new guide kept us in the bay we launched from (Kris and group actually got to kayak and we saw them disappear). Nothing to see - I was expecting a kayak experience. Do not recommend bc you can’t control what guide you get. It’s not all Kris tours as it had seemed from reviews fyi.

2025-12-27T01:17:19.387Z

Chris was amazing and super chill. He handled every aspect of our day with professionalism and care. We loved our Kayak and fortunate saw a lot of whales and even a whale that breached the water right in front of us. Thank you Chris and Sarah.

2025-12-08T21:34:42.822Z

Kris and Joe took us out today and what a great pair! They were so knowledgeable, helpful and patient. We had a fabulous time and learned a lot too! Would highly recommend them.

2025-12-02T16:45:26.236Z

My family of four with young kids had a great time. It was a small group activity and both the kayak and the snorkeling were good. The Makena landing area had good amount of reef, fish and turtle!!

2025-11-29T00:16:14.640Z

Wonderful tour and got to see some turtles 🪸🐢 Kris was wonderful!

2025-11-21T06:16:24.918Z

Book this tour and get the media package! Totally was the perfect way to end our trip. It's well worth the early wake-up call.We went out (30s) with another couple (50s) and had a great time. The clear kayaks have a wide bottom and are tandem to fit two peeps per kayak. Our guide Kris provided a demonstration of the equipment, rowing technique, safety and we set off.Early morning waters were calm as Kris shared about Maui and the reefs we would soon see. Kris provides snorkel and mask if you need, they fit nice and snug, ideal for new snorkelers.As part of the snorkel there is a technique to getting out of the kayak and snorkeling. It isnt graceful but it gets the job done! i'm a decent swimmer and recommend folks wear a life jacket in the water to remain buoyant for the snorkel. We had a magical hour of snorkeling and living the dream before we headed back. Six sea turtles floated and swam around us and we saw big schools of fish.I would recommend this for teens and adults with a sense of adventure. Be sure to wear Maui reef safe sunscreen (available in shops at Wailea) to ensure we can continue to enjoy the reefs and sea turtles for many years to come.

2025-11-17T02:47:46.182Z

Can’t recommend Chris highly enough! We did the Turtle Town Kayak & Tour. Chris is easy-going and so knowledgeable—gave us all sorts of historial & natural history about the area. He’s been a professional guide in various environments for a couple of decades now & his skill shows. The clear kayaks are super cool—brand new & like a window into the sea. Excellent snorkeling gear too.

2025-10-11T18:14:18.581Z

Such a great experience, the clear kayaks are so cool for seeing the ocean floor below you. Kris was very knowledgeable telling us about the ocean and taking us to a great snorkel spot. We saw some turtles, cool fish, breath taking reefs! Will definitely be doing it again next time we are in Maui!

2025-10-01T02:46:11.026Z

We had the best time doing a morning kayak + snorkel with turtles! Our tour guide, KP, was so kind and knowledgeable. It was so fun and she made the entire experience accessible and inclusive. Would recommend to anyone looking for an excursion!

2025-09-30T19:26:50.175Z

My wife and I did had a great time with Kris. He made the experience fun and memorable. He is very knowledgeable about the islands as well as snorkeling and being on the water. He made us feel at ease as first time snorkelers.The booking process is super easy and straight forward. We were given very clear instructions on what to bring and where to meet.

2025-08-06T12:53:41.474Z

Now this is coming from someone who REALLY does not like swimming or being to far out in the ocean; I would rather SkyDrive again then be in the ocean lol. However I honestly did this tour mostly to surprise my husband, for our first trip to Hawai'i in general about a month ago, as he LOVES the ocean. However what truly helped me during this experience was our guide, Kris. Her energy was very calming and grounded throughout the whole tour. And well let's just say I might have had a slight panic attack at one point during the tour. Kris's ability to not only handle taking genuine care of my situation but coaching through saying, "You're not alone in feeling anxious about the ocean; I felt the same way when I started out, but you are doing it, dude! I am proud of you." Her ability to create an incredible experience for the rest of the group that was there that morning simultaneously was remarkable. For real, Kris, you are a super human! Highly recommend Kris and this experience in anyone (even those like me not so excited about the ocean hah).

2025-07-25T01:27:41.341Z

Our experience was wonderful. It was a beautiful snorkeling spot to view turtles and other amazing ocean life. Our guide Chris was amazing, very caring, knowledgeable and helpful. Would highly recommend!