I recently went on a turtle dive in Maui with Hawaiian Paddle Tours LLC, and it was absolutely unforgettable. My guide, Lau, gave me a true one‑on‑one experience, combining a peaceful kayak trip with a fascinating narrative about the islands, the lava formations, and the diverse marine life we encountered. The underwater views were breathtaking — not just the graceful sea turtles, but also vibrant schools of fish and other species that brought the reef to life. Lau’s knowledge and passion made the entire tour feel personal, educational, and deeply memorable. I highly recommend Hawaiian Paddle Tours and Lowe (pronounced Lau) to anyone looking for more than just a tour — it’s an experience you’ll never forget.
dakota dakotapebley@yahoo.com
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September 15, 2025
Lowe was such a wonderful guide that knew the area really well. She took her time showing me how to snorkel for my first time while I was feeling a bit anxious. The pictures she took of the animals were beautiful however the ones with us in the background aren’t anything to write home about. Overall I wasn’t there for the pictures but the experience and she made it everything I could’ve asked for. I’d love to come back and have her show me all the good spots to see whales in the future
Sarah Xing
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June 24, 2025
We went on the “Snorkel & Kayak South Maui Turtle Town” tour, guided by Lowe. Lowe is friendly, capable, and knowledgeable. You definitely will see sea turtles; the “turtle cleaning station” or “Turtle Town” is where some resident turtles always hang out. Lowe took a lot of photos, of the wildlife AND the groups by family - which we really appreciate. She also helped me climb into my single kayak from the water (tip: wear flippers that the tour provides for free).
Alex Brazo
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May 27, 2025
Heather O. was amazing! She shared a lot of information with us about the island, the ocean and its inhabitants, and Hawaiian culture and language. The kayaking and snorkeling was so much fun, and she helps every step of the way so you don't need to be super experienced to have a great time. She sent the photos a few hours after our tour, as well as some great advice on restaurants, hiking trails and organizations doing great work in Maui. Anyone looking for a fun excursion and the chance to do some snorkeling and see some sea life, I highly recommend Hawaiian Paddle Sports and Heather!
EUN LEE
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June 21, 2025
Our family visited Maui for the first time in 9 years, full of excitement. On our second day, I had a scary close call while snorkeling on my own without being properly prepared. So when my husband told me he had booked a “GROUPS • Snorkel & Kayak West Maui Turtle Gardens” tour for the kids, I felt a bit nervous at first.
But thanks to our amazing guide Lowe, we ended up having the most wonderful and joyful time together. Once we were back home and I looked through the photos she had taken for us underwater, all those special memories came flooding back, and I was truly moved.
Thank you so much — this will forever be an unforgettable experience for our family. I highly recommend it to anyone; you definitely won’t regret it!
I recently went on a turtle dive in Maui with Hawaiian Paddle Tours LLC, and it was absolutely unforgettable. My guide, Lau, gave me a true one‑on‑one experience, combining a peaceful kayak trip with a fascinating narrative about the islands, the lava formations, and the diverse marine life we encountered. The underwater views were breathtaking — not just the graceful sea turtles, but also vibrant schools of fish and other species that brought the reef to life. Lau’s knowledge and passion made the entire tour feel personal, educational, and deeply memorable. I highly recommend Hawaiian Paddle Tours and Lowe (pronounced Lau) to anyone looking for more than just a tour — it’s an experience you’ll never forget.
Lowe was such a wonderful guide that knew the area really well. She took her time showing me how to snorkel for my first time while I was feeling a bit anxious. The pictures she took of the animals were beautiful however the ones with us in the background aren’t anything to write home about. Overall I wasn’t there for the pictures but the experience and she made it everything I could’ve asked for. I’d love to come back and have her show me all the good spots to see whales in the future
We went on the “Snorkel & Kayak South Maui Turtle Town” tour, guided by Lowe. Lowe is friendly, capable, and knowledgeable. You definitely will see sea turtles; the “turtle cleaning station” or “Turtle Town” is where some resident turtles always hang out. Lowe took a lot of photos, of the wildlife AND the groups by family - which we really appreciate. She also helped me climb into my single kayak from the water (tip: wear flippers that the tour provides for free).
Heather O. was amazing! She shared a lot of information with us about the island, the ocean and its inhabitants, and Hawaiian culture and language. The kayaking and snorkeling was so much fun, and she helps every step of the way so you don't need to be super experienced to have a great time. She sent the photos a few hours after our tour, as well as some great advice on restaurants, hiking trails and organizations doing great work in Maui. Anyone looking for a fun excursion and the chance to do some snorkeling and see some sea life, I highly recommend Hawaiian Paddle Sports and Heather!
Our family visited Maui for the first time in 9 years, full of excitement. On our second day, I had a scary close call while snorkeling on my own without being properly prepared. So when my husband told me he had booked a “GROUPS • Snorkel & Kayak West Maui Turtle Gardens” tour for the kids, I felt a bit nervous at first. But thanks to our amazing guide Lowe, we ended up having the most wonderful and joyful time together. Once we were back home and I looked through the photos she had taken for us underwater, all those special memories came flooding back, and I was truly moved. Thank you so much — this will forever be an unforgettable experience for our family. I highly recommend it to anyone; you definitely won’t regret it!