MAUI SEA TURTLE MARINE CONSERVATION

Break out the grass skirt and lei: it’s hula time! Dive deep into Maui’s rich Polynesian cultural heritage through traditional dance and storytelling in local workshops and at a traditional luau. Watch endangered turtles bask in the sun as you gain firsthand knowledge of their nesting patterns. You’ll hear straight from the experts about issues affecting local aquatic ecosystems such as climate change, plastics and poaching. Visit the National Tropical Botanical Garden, and learn about the preservation and history of plant species important to Hawaii. You’ll also have a chance to see what is believed to be the largest man-made structure in Polynesia.

Home Base  is a set of comfortable, modest A-frame cabins in a beautiful, camp-like atmosphere located on the water on a series of raised platform tentalows — think “glamping” tents with private bathrooms — on the same property, with private porches and Adirondack chairs. On the day-to-day, meals are healthy and balanced and will consist primarily of typical American fare (sandwiches, salads, pastas, chicken, etc.) We will also have the opportunity to sample more traditional Hawaiian cuisine and local produce.