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Courtesy of Grand Wailea. Photo by Parker Burr.<\/p><\/div>\n

This story contains affiliate links.\u00a0<\/em><\/h5>\n

At 8 a.m., the sun is already high and bright over Wailea, Maui. The ocean feels refreshing as we run into the water, pushing a six-person outrigger canoe into the gentle waves. Once our guide gives us the go-ahead, we climb in, grab our paddles and, within 15 minutes, are anchored in a sea of neon coral reefs and slow-moving sea turtles.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of my favorite resort activities in Hawai\u02bbi is the morning outrigger canoe tour. For me, there\u2019s nothing better than starting the day in the ocean.<\/span><\/p>\n

Maui Pacific Tours offers a two-hour <\/span>snorkel outrigger canoe tour<\/span><\/a> \u00a0seven days a week at Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, in South Maui. It\u2019s a unique way to get some exercise and connect with nature\u2014while participating in an experience that preserves and honors Native Hawaiian culture.<\/span><\/p>\n

Snorkeling at Wailea Beach<\/b><\/h3>\n

What makes paddling at Wailea Beach so enjoyable is the calm, reef-protected water full of tropical fish. On clear days, you can see the neighboring islands of Kaho\u02bbolawe, Molokini and L\u0101na\u02bbi to the west. During the winter months, it\u2019s common to spot migrating humpback whales, misting the air and flapping their tails just offshore.<\/span><\/p>\n

Underwater, our guide pointed out octopuses, sea stars, sea urchins and sea cucumbers\u2014always careful not to let us get too close to the delicate coral or endangered sea turtles. We spent about 90 minutes floating on inflatable swim belts, a cool, restorative way to enjoy the ocean.<\/span><\/p>\n

Book the Grand Wailea Snorkel Outrigger Canoe Tour<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

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Wailea Beach. Courtesy of Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort<\/p><\/div>\n

What is the significance of Outrigger Canoes in Hawaiian Culture?<\/b><\/h3>\n

The importance of outrigger canoes\u2014known as <\/span>wa\u02bba<\/span><\/i> in Hawaiian\u2014can\u2019t be overstated. These vessels symbolize the deep connection Native Hawaiians have with the ocean and neighboring Pacific islands. Historically, they were critical for survival, used for fishing, transportation and long-distance navigation guided by the stars.<\/span><\/p>\n

Today, outrigger canoe paddling is the official team sport of Hawai\u02bbi. All Maui Pacific Tours guides are state champion paddlers, bringing both authenticity and athleticism to the experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

As we paddled back to shore, <\/span>I gazed up at Haleakal\u0101 \u2013 Maui\u2019s majestic shield volcano in the east \u2013 a reminder of the island\u2019s sacred lands and how the surrounding ocean is an extension of them. How privileged we are to be here in Hawai\u02bbi, participating in an <\/span>ancient tradition that still thrives today.<\/span><\/p>\n

Plan Your Tour<\/b><\/h3>\n

Tour name:<\/b> Grand Wailea Snorkel Outrigger Canoe Tour<\/span>
\n<\/span>Operator:<\/b> Maui Pacific Tours<\/span>
\n<\/span>Location:<\/b> Wailea Beach, South Maui<\/span>
\n<\/span>Duration:<\/b> 2 hours<\/span>
\n<\/span>Availability:<\/b> Daily<\/span>
\n<\/span>Book now<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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