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Papahanaumokuakea – Northwestern Hawaiian Islands

Exploring the Enigmatic Beauty of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Nestled in the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean lies a pristine and remote archipelago known as the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. Spanning over 1,200 miles, these untouched islands are a treasure trove of ecological wonders and cultural significance. In this blog, we embark on a virtual…

Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle or Honu

Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles: An Endangered Species Worth Protecting The Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle, also known as Honu in Hawaiian, is one of Hawaii’s most beloved and iconic animals. With their distinctive greenish-brown shells and gentle, curious nature, these turtles have captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. However, the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle…

Snorkeling Sea Life

Guests often ask what kind of ocean life we see on our tours. I’ll talk here about what we’ve seen over the seventeen years of operating Maui Sailing Canoe, and spending possibly more time sailing and paddling the beautiful water of Wailea more than anyone. Although we rarely go to snorkel Molokini, honestly, the nearshore…