LAHAINA PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sea scooters, coral gardens and a local legend: snorkeling Wailea Beach by guided tour
A 1.5-hour, small-group guided sea-scooter snorkeling experience that covers gear fitting, a hands-on tutorial, and a guided glide to Wailea Point’s coral gardens and turtle cleaning stations.
Sea scooters, coral gardens and a local legend: snorkeling Wailea Beach by guided tour.
At Wailea Beach, expert guides lead small groups on a focused, sea-scooter snorkeling outing that pairs a safety briefing and gear tutorial with a relaxed glide to coral gardens and turtle cleaning stations—an encounter-driven introduction to Maui’s nearshore marine life.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Premium equipment and small-group instruction
Groups are kept small—up to six people per guide—and guides provide a full tutorial and personalized attention while fitting premium goggles, dry-mouth snorkels, comfortable fins and a wetsuit top; sea scooters are used to extend the range of your snorkeling.
A reef of creatures — and Frank the Green Sea Turtle
Expect to encounter a range of reef life—spiky sea urchins, octopuses, manta rays, pufferfish, goatfish, black surgeonfish and starfish—and, if you’re lucky, Frank, the 91‑year‑old Green Sea Turtle who lives just outside the Four Seasons.
Wailea Point coral gardens and turtle cleaning stations
Guides lead the group from the shallow waters at Wailea Beach toward Wailea Point to explore coral gardens and established turtle cleaning stations, combining marine interpretation with an eco-friendly, relaxed pace.
What the day feels like
What the outing actually feels like
The tour begins with a safety briefing and a hands-on tutorial on goggles, snorkel, fins and sea‑scooter use. After a guided walk into shallow water at Wailea Beach, instructors coach each swimmer in a calm, patient manner, then guide the group on sea scooters toward Wailea Point’s reefs and turtle cleaning stations. Guides point out species and share local ocean facts as the group returns to the beach to rinse off and use facilities at the conclusion of the outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided outing lasts 1.5 hours. Meet at 3894 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753 for check‑in and gear fitting.
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a towel, drinking water and cash for gratuity; premium snorkeling gear and sea scooters are provided.
Small groups (up to six people per guide) and lifeguard‑certified instructors keep the experience personalized and safe; expect a relaxed pace tailored to comfort level.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The sea‑scooter snorkeling guided tour is 1.5 hours long.
Where do we meet?
Meet at 3894 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753 for check‑in and gear fitting.
What gear is provided?
The operator provides premium fog‑free goggles, dry‑mouth snorkels, comfortable fins, a wetsuit top and sea scooters.
What is the minimum age?
The outing is kid‑friendly for ages 7 and up.
Can I do this if I’m new to snorkeling?
Yes—first‑time snorkelers with swimming experience are welcomed; guides are lifeguard‑certified and provide instruction and personalized attention.
Are there accessibility restrictions?
This tour is not recommended for participants with a major disability that affects mobility due to beach entry and water movement.