About this tour
Explore Turtle Town on a private paddleboard tour along Maui's dramatic coastline. Your certified guide leads you through calm Makena Bay for a skills refresher—most paddlers are confident within 30 minutes—then venture into deeper waters past sea caves, lava formations, and vibrant coral gardens where green sea turtles often appear. The two-hour experience spans all skill levels and includes equipment, instruction, life jacket, and a digital photo package.
Highlights
- Paddle past green sea turtles in their natural habitat
- Navigate underwater sea caves and lava cliff formations
- View volcanic mountain and neighboring islands from the water
- Beginner-friendly instruction in protected Makena Bay waters
- Private tour with certified guide and complete gear
- Free digital photo package included
What to expect
Your guide meets you at the beach and covers paddling basics in the shallow, sheltered waters of Makena Bay—most first-timers find their balance and rhythm within 30 minutes. Once comfortable, you'll paddle toward deeper waters where the scenery shifts dramatically. Expect to see colorful coral formations, underwater caves carved into lava rock, and possibly green sea turtles grazing on seagrass. The water here is typically clear and calm, though conditions depend on the day's weather. You'll return to shore after roughly two hours on the board, with time to rinse off in available showers.
Good to know
Bring reef-safe sunscreen and wear water shoes or sandals for the beach walk. Changing rooms and secure storage for belongings are provided. Maximum weight limit is 300 pounds. Tours require good weather; cancellations result in a reschedule or full refund. This is a private experience, so timing is flexible with your guide.
Frequently asked
- How long does Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui take?
- Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui runs for approximately 2 hours.
- How much does Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui cost?
- Prices start from USD $169 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui run?
- This tour operates around USA. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. Coral Reef Info earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Coral Reef Info summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.