For vacationers who like a little more excitement than sitting on a beach and staring at the sunset. Hawaii has a wide range of adventure tours in Maui, which are family friendly and affordable. Whale Watching - Whale watching provides visitors an opportunity to view a real life Humpback Whale or whales. Whale watching is seasonal, therefore the best time of the year is between December - April to view these stunning creatures.One fun adventure for the whole family is scuba diving. Scuba diving creates an opportunity for individuals to view beautiful ocean life up close and personal. Maui is regarded as one of the best places on Earth for scuba diving. Maui has more than 450 species of reef fish with 25 percent endemic to the island. Maui is also home to rare black coral at lower depths. Families that love the ocean and a little adventure will enjoySnorkeling. Snorkeling does not allow for individuals to dive as deep in comparison with scuba diving. Some areas of Maui offer clear waters up to 150 feet offering visibility to some of the ocean life in the world. Some of the best locations for snorkeling include Kaanapali, Molokini, and Hulopoe Bay. Maui is known for its Surfing and that makes a great adventure on a trip to Hawaii. Lessons last 1-2 hours and taught be experiences surfers who will show guests basic surfing techniques. Surfing was born in Hawaii so all those who plan a trip to the islands should put surfing on the agenda. Proflyght Paragliding - Proflyght Paragliding offers solo and tandem instruction. Those first timers tend to use a tandem rides with instructors. Helicopter Ride - Take a helicopter and learn about Maui's geography and history viewing Haleakala and the hidden waterfalls of West Maui. Sugar and pineapple plantations are easily viewable along with potential Humpback Whales during the winter months. Horseback Riding - Upcountry Maui is home to the Hawaiian cowboy, or paniolo. Take a horseback-riding excursion at Piiholo Ranch in Makawao and learn about Hawaii's paniolo. The Haleakala National Park on a horseback riding tour I another option. Maui's North shore is known for its beauty and that is where Adventure in Paradise is located, with its tropical garden, Jacuzzi, and full kitchens.