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Gabriel's Ohana

4.7 (47 reviews)
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Ready for kayaking!
Yeuk Y.

Great experience -- wish we did this at the start of our vacation! Gabriel's Ohana were informative and supportive of all levels of kayakers and snorkelers (I had a vest on the snorkel trip and it was great!). The clear kayaks with pontoons were super stable and offered ok views of some fish although most were too hard for me to see; regardless, it was pretty cool for an immersive experience. We saw several turtles along the way -- that was definitely the highlight of the kayaking part. For the snorkeling, Jason was hands-down, one of the nicest and most knowledgeable guides I've met. He showed us all the sights (including a submerged turtle! YMMV) and he showed great empathy (he called them his Spidey-senses) and was checking in with all the participants as we went further out. Recommendation: book asap. book the late session if there is one, the unlimited snorkel time is key!

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Kathleen B.

Beginning the day before our kayak and snorkel tour, Gabriel's Ohana team was informative and helpful. The directions provided by the team were perfect and made them easy to find on the side of the busy highway. Everything was set up and ready to go (thanks to Nik) and we were greeted right away by the owner Jason (Gabriel's Dad) and Nik. They got us rash guards and life jackets and also had small dry bags to borrow if needed. They provided water bottles, granola bars and fresh cut pineapple for us to enjoy, as well as reef safe sunscreen which was wonderful! The clear kayaks with pontoon supports made kayaking super easy! During the kayak tour Jason provided continuous knowledge of the reefs, the islands and was great at keeping us interested throughout the tour. I think the best part was that it felt like we were out with friends and not just another paying customer. It was such a laid back adventure that we easily got caught up in the aloha spirit and lost track of time we were having so much fun. Snorkeling was the cherry on top of the adventure. Jason shared his knowledge of the area and invited us to interact safely with a couple sea creatures, while not disturbing the reef or its life. We saw several different fish species, sea turtles and (from afar) even humpback whale exhalations as well as their backs/tails. Jason was extremely patient with the clients who were less experienced kayakers and snorkelers; educating, encouraging and helping ensure they were safe and comfortable the whole time. Gabriel's Ohana truly is an Ohana (family) business where you are treated as family and will leave fully satisfied with your experience. Mahalo Jason and Nik!

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OC B.

A must if visiting Maui. Jason and Gabriel were the best hosts and so full of knowledge. Definitely the aloha experience. We had our 2 girls with us and Jason was so kind and attentive to all of their needs and safety. It was so interactive and girls loved hearing about the island and ocean! Jason got starfish and sea cucumbers for all of us to see and touch. Quite the experience and girls absolutely learned so much as did we. It was a very personalized experience and we will be coming back to see him! Jason was so chill and relaxed and we got to spend extra time in the water snorkeling, even got to see turtles! He truly is a gem and an amazing host! You can tell that Jason and Gabriel are truly genuinely passionate and love what they do. Jason was one of the kindest and friendliest person we got to meet in Maui. Thank you Jason and Gabriel for your warm hospitality.

[Jan. 2025] We had a great time on the morning whale watching kayak tour! We are very grateful for having a great guide. He was very knowledgeable, and we learned a lot about the islands as well. Everything was well coordinated and ran smoothly. We will never forget this experience. I did get hungry midway in, so I am glad I had brought an extra granola bar. Even though they gave us one and they had extra sunscreen just in case. The pineapple at the end was yum.

Jason cutting a fresh Maui pineapple
Lindsay Å.

Gabrielle and Jason were truly amazing! Gabrielle took us out on a double clear kayak ( perfect & calm morning) and was so knowledgeable about Maui and Hawaiian culture. Then we came back, Jason (the Dad and owner) cut a fresh pineapple and introduced us to Li Hing (yum). After our snack, Jason took us out snorkeling. He was so patient and helpful with my mom, helping her and guiding her the whole way. What a perfect morning in Maui! The whole family was helpful, recommending places to eat and things to see. I'd highly recommend this tour to anyone! They truly at the Aloha spirit.

We're ready to Kayak.
Sharon B.

What a fantastic morning. This is a family owned business, and it shows in the care and attention they provide. Gabriel was very knowledgeable about the area, and was a fantastic guides. At the last minute my husband and I asked if we could add whale watching and snorkeling. Gabriel's Ohana happily added these and we are so glad we did. We rowed pretty far out, and we're able to see a few whales in the distance. Snorkeling was amazing. We saw so many different types of beautifully colored fish and even saw a turtle. If you have a chance, book this experience. It is so worth it.

Beautiful mountain while kayaking
Elgin W.

Had a great time kayaking and snorkeling. This was my first time and I was skeptical because I cannot swim. Jason, aka the "Florida Man," and his two sons were amazing. Super helpful with all of my questions and Jason is a walking encyclopedia when it comes to nature and the ocean. He also provided entertaining stories while we kayak, which calmed my nerves. He should have his own show. Highly recommend them for this experience, you will not be disappointed.

Zach P.

Had a great time out kayaking with Gabriel's Ohana. Our guide Jason was such a cool dude and a wealth of local knowledge so much fun to listen to!

This was an amazing experience for us. Jason was such a great guide for our excursion. We had such a great time. I would definitely come back. Highly recommend this if you're looking for a more personable experience.

Incrieble family business, these group of guys are so passionate about teaching and ensuring you have a great time and WELL worth your money/time. I had the time of my life and would 100% do it again. Personally I say THANK YOU to these guys. Maui still needs your help and these guys are Maui to their core.

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Amazing experience very nice family saw turtles and other aquatic creatures! Very affordable and fun shout out to Gabriel! Would go again!

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Was perfect for first timers. We had never snorkeled before and went out with Gabriel's. It was a blast!

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