KIHEI GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Under the Full Moon: Outrigger Canoe Paddling off Kihei
A 1 hour 30 minute guided outrigger canoe paddle in Kihei that pairs moonlit sea passages with instruction in traditional Hawaiian chants.
Under the Full Moon: Outrigger Canoe Paddling off Kihei.
On a clear night in Kihei, the Full Moon Paddle turns the ocean into a luminous plain; participants set out in an outrigger canoe to paddle beneath the moon and learn traditional Hawaiian chants, a short guided outing that emphasizes the cadence of the sea as much as the cultural ritual aboard.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Paddle beneath the full moon
This guided evening paddle places you on an outrigger canoe under the full moon, where the interplay of night sky and ocean becomes the central element of the outing.
Traditional Hawaiian chants on the water
The trip includes an immersion in Hawaiian cultural practice: participants learn and join traditional chants while afloat, integrating voice with paddle rhythm.
A concise 90‑minute evening outing
Designed as a focused evening activity, the Full Moon Paddle runs roughly one hour and thirty minutes, offering a compact cultural and ocean experience.
What the day feels like
What the paddle feels like
The outing unfolds as a short, guided night paddle in an outrigger canoe: the group moves with the rhythm of paddles, the leader offers chant instruction, and the moonlit sea provides a quiet, elemental backdrop to the cultural exchange.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Full Moon Paddle?
The outing is 1 hour and 30 minutes in total.
What will we do on the paddle?
Participants paddle an outrigger canoe under the full moon and learn traditional Hawaiian chants during the outing.
Is this suitable for children and families?
Yes — the offering is described as suitable for all ages and great for families.
Who runs the Full Moon Paddle?
The experience is offered under the title Full Moon Paddle (operator: Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Voyaging Society).
Will there be cultural instruction?
Yes — the trip includes instruction in traditional Hawaiian chants as part of the paddle.
How do I confirm practical details like gear or meeting point?
The verified data does not include meeting-point or gear specifics; contact the operator to confirm those logistical details.