Everything you need to know about Kaanapali Ocean Adventures, organized for guests planning their first or return visit to the company's West Maui ocean tours. The company and its founder: Kaanapali Ocean Adventures was founded by Captain Dan Shaffer, known locally as Diver Dan, who has 45-plus years of experience on West Maui waters. The company holds a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for nine consecutive years and a Travel and Hospitality Award. The vessels: the Sanity is a 50-foot snorkel excursion boat. The X-Treme is a 31-foot high-performance excursion vessel. Both depart from Kaanapali Beach near Whaler's Village.
Kaanapali Ocean Adventures | 2435 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761 | +1 808-633-3138
The tours: Lanai Snorkeling Half Day (4 hours, ages 5 and up, recommended), West Maui Snorkeling Half Day (closer https://daltonviff490.image-perth.org/kaanapali-snorkel-tour-maui-vacation-value-guide to home, shorter crossing), Humpback Whale Watch (December 15 to May 15), Whale Watching and Dolphin Search (seasonal), and private charters on both vessels. What is included: snorkel gear, flotation, snacks, and drinks on snorkel tours. Onboard bathroom, fresh water showers, Bimini sun cover, swim platform. Optional rentals: Yamaha 350LI Sea Scooters, the only such rentals offered by any Maui boat tour operator. Booking: direct at kaanapalioceanadventures.com or +1 808-633-3138, or through Viator, GetYourGuide, Blue Hawaiian Activities, and Pleasant Holidays. Cancellation: full refund for cancellations 72 hours or more in advance. Meeting point: Kaanapali Beach near Whaler's Village, between Leilani's on the Beach and the Westin. GPS: 2435 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761. Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Call +1 808-633-3138 to book the best ocean tour departing from Kaanapali Beach.