WHALE WATCHING CRUISE IN MAALAEA

Meet Maui’s Majestic Whales

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Experience the magic of Maui’s oceanic tranquility as you enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to share the ocean with Maui’s majestic Humpback whales. Whale watching is one of the most fascinating marine wildlife adventures you’ll ever have the chance to witness if you’re fortunate enough to be on Maui during whale season, which takes place from December through April.

Our whale watching cruises leave from Maalaea Harbor and allow you to get up close to these fascinating gentle giants. Whale watching is an exciting and unpredictable experience. This allows you to see various whale activities happening such as tail flapping to breaching, which is when a whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again. Do not miss the opportunity to bring your camera and capture the magic of the whales in their natural environment.

Starting At
$67 USD
Duration
2-hour
Location
Maalaea, Maui, Hawaii

What's Included
- Great views from multiple areas
- Onboard naturalist
- Underwater viewing room

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2-Hour Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise On Calypso From Maalaea Harbor

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Adults Ages 13 yrs+

$ 67^.00

Children Ages 7-12 yrs

$ 57^.00

Small Children Ages 0-6 yrs

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Meet at the curbside of 127 Lahainaluna Rd in Lahaina Town (downstairs of the Hotel Lahaina).

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Meet at the driveway entrance on South Kihei Rd. outside of the Kamaole Beach Club.

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Meet at the driveway entrance (next to Maalaea Kai Sign) on Hauoli St.

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Meet at the security gate of the Wailea Elua.

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Meet outside of main gate on 2141 Iliili Rd.

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Meet at the security gate of Wailea Point.

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Meet at the lobby of the Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas (South).

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Outside the Group Lobby on the curb.
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Meet at the entrance of the Lobby at Westin Nanea Kaanapali.

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Whale Watching Cruise in Maalaea Tour Features

Whale Watching Cruise Maalaea

Meet Maui’s majestic whales on board a cruise. Whale watching is one of the most fascinating marine wildlife adventures you’ll ever have the chance to witness. Our whale watching cruises leave from Maalaea Harbor and allow you to get up close to these fascinating gentle giants during a 2-hour sea excursion. Have your cameras ready to witness a variety of whale activities.

Sailtrilogy Maui Whale Watching Sail Whale Journey

Ultimatewhalewatch Lanai Hour Express Snorkel Whale Tail

Hear "Swimming Commentary"

Our onboard naturalist, captain, and crew share your excitement to see the majestic humpback whales. These 45-foot cetaceans inspire awe and delight with their presence, and we're thrilled to encounter them aboard our 65-foot catamaran.

You may see some of the humpback whales' popular surface behaviors, including the tail slap, the pec slap, the peduncle throw, the spy hop, and the much-anticipated full breach, where a whale launches its entire body out of the water. Our goal is to provide you with a memorable and educational experience as we marvel at these incredible creatures in their natural habitat.

An Underwater Viewing Room

One of the most thrilling aspects of this whale watch is the opportunity to visit the underwater viewing room. When the boat is stationary, you can descend to this unique space and peer through the glass panels at the bottom of the hull. If the humpback whales decide to swim beneath the vessel, you'll have a remarkable view of these magnificent creatures in their underwater world. It's an unforgettable experience that adds a whole new dimension to your whale-watching adventure.

Whale Watching Cruise in Maalaea Tour Details

Highlights

Take off from Maalaea Harbor
See whales in their natural habitat
Naturalist guides
Whale Watching December – April

Tons of photo opportunities
Glass Bottomed seating area
Snacks and drinks available
Multiple seating and viewing areas

Description

There is no more majestic creature in the world than the mighty whale. Humpback whales are regular visitors to the Hawaiian islands, migrating past during their mating season and gracing us with their songs. Experience a first hand encounter with these peaceful giants on a guided experience above the water.

Your tour will depart from Maalaea Harbor on a comfortably seated cruise with spacious cabins and tinted windows along with incredible panoramic ocean views. Whale watching season begins in December and goes through April, during which thousands of Humpback whales return to Hawaii for a few months each year to mate and give birth. You will be accompanied by our naturalist guides on this 2-hour journey where you will learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about humpback whales while experiencing their acrobatic magnificence from the best whale watching location on Maui in Maalaea. People of all ages will love this tour.

Price & Availability

2-Hour Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise On Calypso From Maalaea Harbor

AdultsAges 13 yrs+	$67^.00
ChildrenAges 7-12 yrs	$57^.00
Small ChildrenAges 0-6 yrs	FREE

Included

Departure from Maalaea Harbor
Whale watching in their natural habitat
Naturalist guides
Photo opportunities

Instructions

Itinerary confirmation will have the exact time to board.
Kids 3 and under are free of charge. 1 free per paying adult.

Cancellation

Any request for a refund 72 hours or more prior to the start of the tour or activity is honored with a full refund.

No refunds are issued for any cancellations inside the 72-hour period, prior to the start of your tour. There is no refund for no-shows. There is no charge for date change or tour change based on tour availability outside of the 72-hour cancellation period.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Can I Expect To See On The Whale Watching Tour?

A whale watching experience is an exciting and unpredictable experience allowing you to see various whale activities happening such as tail flapping to breaching. Breaching is when a whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again. Whatever the whales choose to do, it will be sure to entertain you beyond words.
Can I Bring A Camera?

Yes. This is the perfect chance for photo taking opportunities as you capture the magic of the humpback whales in their natural environment. With panoramic ocean views on board our cruise, you will not miss a single moment of Hawaiiʻs majestic whales, with pictures to last you a lifetime.
When Is Whale Watching Season?

Whale watching season begins December 24 and goes through to April 15, during which thousands of Humpback whales return to Hawaii for a few months each year to mate and give birth.