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Kai Kanani Sailing Charters

34 Wailea Gateway Place, 5400 Makena Alanui, Kihei, Maui, HI 96753
808-879-7218
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Ranked #12 of 58 activities in Kihei
Type: Boat Tours
Owner description: Kai Kanani Sailing Charters is the only South Maui charter to offer daily departures from Makena Beach. From this location, it only takes 15 minutes... more » Owner description: Kai Kanani Sailing Charters is the only South Maui charter to offer daily departures from Makena Beach. From this location, it only takes 15 minutes to sail to Molokini Crater, which means less time on the open water and more time snorkeling. With two snorkel trips daily to both Molokini and Turtle Town, Whale Watching Tours (January through April) and romantic Sunset Champagne Sail three days a week, Kai Kanani is sure to make your vacation very memorable. « less
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Santa Clarita, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

This catamaran departs from the hotel we were staying (in Makena) which was super convienient, but they also have transportation services from other hotels. This was our first snorkel adventure and the crew explained everything...extremely knowledgable and funny! Only takes 15min to get to your snorkel destination. We were unable to stop at Turtle Town due to the weather, but... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Good crew, and the early morning trip us best as you get to molokini ahead of all of the other boats. It loads from the beach, so you will get wet when boarding.

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Snohomish, Washington, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Highly recommended tour that takes you around to several snorkeling locations. The crew was knowledgeable, funny, helpful, and all very cute! You get food and drinks and basic snorkeling lessons as well. It was a great experience that I would love to repeat and would recommend to anyone. :)

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Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

The crew, the ship, the sites, the experience. Everything was top notch. If you use anyone else you are wasting money. Being from Wisconsin, it doesn't get any better.

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sydney
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

We were an Australian Family with a 10 year old daughter. We went on the Molikini Deluxe snorkel cruise. It was EXCELLENT. From the start it was obvious that this was a well drilled professional outfit. From the captain to the crew. But of particular note were 2 crew members Nina and Freddy. They went out of their way to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013 via mobile

Great way to snorkel the Molokini crater if you're already staying in Wailea! They will pick you up at your hotel and drop you off, as they launch from the beach in Makena, which is a three minute ride. This not only saves you from driving but also from a long ride out to the crater from other launch points.... More

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Flower Mound, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

While my husband worked, I joined the Kai Kanani. They picked me up at the Four Seasons and delivered me to the beach to board the ship. We motored out to Molokini Crater. Snorkel gear was very good and the guides knew what and where to look for fish. From there we went and docked and swam with sea turtles,... More

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Alta Loma, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Let me preface my review by letting you know that to prep my 5 year old son for our snorkling excursion, I took him out on Wailea Beach the day before with some snorkling gear so he could get the hang of it. After about 10 minutes, he was over it and wanted to go back in the pool at... More

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San Francisco
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We did the 2 hour trip to Molokini and 'Turtle Town.' The crew was great, the captain was fun, and the boat is amazing. I regularly get seasick, but I didn't feel the slightest twinge. It's new, clean, smooth, and fun to board. The snorkel gear they provide is great, the food is simple but tasty, and the whole staff... More

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Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

We took the early morning snorkel, which was more than enough time on the water. The crew was fabulous, and took the time to help everyone feel comfortable in the water. Thanks to a swell, the water at the second stop was a bit murky, but that certainly wasn't the crew's fault. The location is great if you are staying... More

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