What to Expect
Owner operated since 1988, Ocean Riders is the originator of the Lanai Rafting Adventure. The ridge-hull inflatables, called H.B.I.s, are used by the United States Coast Guard for search and rescue. Ocean Riders is the only rafting company on Maui with these particular crafts.
Ocean Riders remains unique and extraordinary because we are the only HBI circumnavigating Lanai and the only boat that consistently sees the whole island year round. Not other boat has or does circumnavigate Lanai more than Ocean Riders!
Circumnavigate Lana′i
Our flagship trip that started it all and continues to be one of the most sought after trips on the islands. The journey begins at 6:30 am, departing from Mala Wharf in Lahaina. Hold on tight because you are about to experience the adventure of a lifetime! The first part of our venture is along the north shore of Lana’i. We cross the AuAu Channel and cruise down the windswept coast where miles of isolated white sandy beached beckon us ashore for exploration. The rusted hulls of the shipwrecks down this coastline date back to WWII.
Continuing around the leeward side of the south-west coastline, we skim within a few feet of towering sea cliffs and lava rock outcrops. Numerous coves along the leeward side of Lana’i offer splendid snorkelling where marine creatures of all types can be found. Any one of these spots offers a remote and secluded setting for lunch. Sea caves, burial caves, blowholes, tide pools, spinner and spotted dolphins, monk seals, shipwrecks and white sandy beaches make this trip a must for everyone. Nothing compares with the Ocean Riders adventure around the island of Lana’i. Journey with us into the wild heart of Hawaii very few ever experience.
Half Day Lana′i
Not looking to spend the whole day on the water? This is the perfect trip to experience some of the unique qualities of Lana’i. Journey to the beautiful south and west shore lines of the island and snorkel pristine locations teaming with sea life all at the foot of towering sea cliffs. About 1/3 of the distance traveled compared to the full circumnavigation we are known for.
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