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Kai Kanani Sailing Charters

34 Wailea Gateway Place, 5400 Makena Alanui, Kihei, Maui, HI 96753
808-879-7218
Ranked #10 of 33 tours in Kihei
5.0 of 5 stars 160 Reviews
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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Jaybo1016
Sunnyvale, California
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17 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2012 NEW

I'm not a good swimmer by no means and quite frankly have a small phobia swimming in the ocean. The crew at the Kai Kanani were so encouraging and friendly. They helped with the equipment and assisted everyone down to the water. They offer floaties in case you are not great at swimming. We snorkeled around the Molokini Island which... More

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Mike95128
San Jose, California
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21 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2012 NEW

Just got back from the sunrise trip for snorkeling at molokini and turtle watching. This was really a great trip. We saw lots of whales off in the distance, too. The trip leaves at 6:30 from the beach at Makena Beach Resort. That's where we were staying... You ought to, too. The staff was really wonderful. Case 1- I was... More

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alaskabeachbum
Anchorage, Alaska
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012 NEW

Went out on two whale watches today, an early morning and an afternoon trip, as well as a snorkel trip on another day Very safe operation, very informative knowledgeable and friendly crew. We saw TONS of whales...baby breaches, spy hops, tail flukes, and mondo adult whales crashing into the water after breaching....awesome trip! I have and will recommend this trip... More

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Kristy S
Eugene, Oregon
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012 NEW

A group of us booked a morning Molokini snorkeling trip on this boat. They were a little more expensive than some other boats but we thought they looked like a quality outfit. Oh yes - we were right! The boat was in top shape (compared to some others out there that were really questionable), the food was great and the... More

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Kimberly M
Nashville, Tennessee
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012

I loved this tour. The guides were very capable and informative. I felt very safe. I saw numerous sea turtles and saw a whale (. Even though I was not on a whale watching tour) More

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MariaH356
Columbia, Maryland
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012

The crew was great, the boat comes right up to the beach of the Makena Resort so you just go into the ocean and up the stairs of the boat. Got to see whales come right up to the boat!! Completely not expected but great surprise. The guys will stop the boat if they see something cool-turtles, whales, etc and... More

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Amy D
San Francisco, California
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012

What an amazing day we had on the ocean watching the whales..unbelievable how many we saw, moms and babies were so beautiful. We cannot say enough about Captain Cary and his crew, they obviously love their jobs and it shows. The docents on the boat were filled with knowledge and their love of the ocean. We cannot wait to come... More

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work2travel54
Macomb, Illinois
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10 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2012

Great experience! They take you snorkeling at the crater and than anchor at a spot to swim with the turtles and just have fun jumping off the boat. The crew was fantastic. Very helpful and knowledgeable about snorkeling, animals, equipment, etc. Great with the kids, helping them with gear, taking pictures, etc. Food was basic but good and fulfilling. More

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NicoleLane
Vancouver, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2012

This was an amazing day! The boat is beautiful. Not too big, not too small, and they didn't pack it full so there was lots of room for everyone on deck to lie in the sun. They put the sails up for the second half of the tour so we could enjoy actually "sailing" instead of just using the engine.... More

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Irishgirl94588
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4 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2012

Enjoyed a wonderful sunset sail with Kai Kanani. The crew is great! We enjoyed the sunset sail so much, went out another day with them to Molokini for snorkeling. We were staying in Kihei, so this is a great option rather than driving to Lahania to take a trip. More

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