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15 Best Maui Whale Watching

The whale watching sailings: the channel between Maui and Lanai as a humpback nursery from December into April, with the whales coming to the boats as often as not. Low rafts put you at eye level with the splash zone.

1.Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching Eco-Raft Tour from Lahaina

Experience Maui’s marine wonders with an eye-level whale or dolphin eco-raft tour. Small vessels, expert guides, and close encounters await.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Olivia and Captain Mark did a wonderful job finding the whales and answering all of my questions about whale behavior! Well done !it was a fun experience.”

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2.From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

Experience Maui’s whales on a 2-hour high-speed catamaran tour from Maalaea with expert guides, whale songs on hydrophones, and stunning ocean views.

★ 4.5

“Great tour great team on the trip. However they let themselves down by leaving us standing on the dock in the pouring rain, when they could have met us on the boat.”

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3.TEST Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina

Experience Maui's whales and dolphins on a small-group tour from Lahaina. Listen to whale songs, enjoy close encounters, and benefit from expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Incredible tour! We had the best experience. Out captain Jeremiah and First mate Cat were engaging and loads of fun. We saw 8 whale breechs a mother and baby traveling with a male, numerous pectoral flaps !it was a trip of a lifetime!”

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4.Small-Group Whale Watching Adventure

Experience Maui’s whales on a small-group tour with knowledgeable guides, a fast boat, and plenty of photo opportunities for a memorable adventure.

★ 5.0

“Some of this is timing and luck, but we had a great experience today. Kristen and Dani were very helpful with information about the humpback whales and why they are in Maui at this time of year. We were lucky to see a juvenile breach…”

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6.Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka’anapali Beach

Experience Maui's whales up close on a 2-hour cruise from Kaanapali Beach, with an open bar, naturalist guides, and stunning ocean views.

★ 5.0

“We had the most amazing experience. We had a 1, 2 and 4yo with us, which made it all of the more magical. We saw, I bet, 10-15 whales. Drink service was amazing. An incredible crew, and a once in a lifetime experience.”

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7.Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina

Experience Maui's majestic humpback whales on a 2-hour small-group raft tour from Lahaina, guided by knowledgeable naturalists. Book early for a guaranteed close encounter.

★ 5.0

“Fabulous! Great staff (Mike and Renee) very personable, friendly, knowledgeable and committed to finding us as many whales as possible”

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8.Maui Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei

Experience Maui's whales up close on a 90-minute raft tour from Kihei, led by expert guides, with chances to see humpbacks, dolphins, and sea turtles.

“My elderly mother and I traveled to Hawaii for a week in January 2026. Our flights were delayed and we had an excursion booked for the day after we were supposed to arrive. We would have missed it but Redline moved our reservation for us…”

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9.Whale Watching from Ma’alaea Harbor

Experience Maui’s humpback whales up close with a 2-hour guided tour from Ma'alaea Harbor, including expert naturalists, whale sounds, and a money-back guarantee.

★ 5.0

“This whale watching tour was amazing. The naturalist definitely added to the experience by giving information on the whales. We saw many adult whales and babies breaching and showing many of their behavioral traits as explained by the naturalist. The only downside to the trip…”

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10.Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch

Experience Maui's whales on a 2-hour catamaran cruise from Lahaina, with naturalist guides, dinner, and guaranteed sightings for an authentic adventure.

★ 4.5

“Learned many things about whales, saw breaching whales, flukes and spouts! I loved when they put a microphone down and we heard the whales singing!”

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11.From Lahaina: Golden Hour Whale Watch aboard Alihilani

Experience Maui’s stunning sunset and whale sightings on this 2-hour Lahaina cruise aboard Alihilani. Enjoy drinks, snacks, and breathtaking views.

★ 4.8

“Loved this sunset sail. The boat was well equipped the crew was very friendly and knowledgeable. The boat was not over sold so the trip was comfortable and it was easy to move about on the boat. Will go again next trip. As a bonus…”

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12.Ultimate 2 Hour Exclusive VIP Whale Watch Tour

Experience intimate whale encounters off Maui on a 2-hour VIP raft tour with naturalists, guaranteed whale sightings, and stunning close-up views.

★ 5.0

“Amazing experience. The crew were personable, knowledgeable and played great music on the way to and from the whales. We saw the whales up close and personal, and at one point they swam under our boat. Was incredible. Memorable and we would definitely do it…”

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13.Kayak, Whale Watch, and Snorkel With Optional Photo and Video

Experience Maui’s stunning waters with this kayak, whale watching, and snorkeling tour. Small groups, expert guides, and memorable wildlife encounters.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful outing Kayaking and Snorkeling. The views of West Maui and beyond were fabulous. Our guide gave us history lessons. We had the opportunity to snorkel at a turtle cleaning site-lots of turtles and fish on a reef. It was amazing. The…”

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14.Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea

Enjoy an intimate Maui whale watching experience aboard the charming Hawaiian-built catamaran "Winona." See whales, hear their songs, and relax with snacks and drinks.

★ 5.0

“Everyone was very knowledgeable and personable. They were very dynamic seeing to everyone’s needs. Most importantly, they were careful about how the whales were treated. Very fun time. Thank you.”

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15.Maui: Eco-Friendly Whale Watching Tour from Ma’alaea Harbor

Experience Maui's humpback whales on an eco-friendly 2-hour tour from Ma'alaea Harbor with expert naturalists, whale songs, and family-friendly activities.

★ 4.6

“Fantastic experience!! Our guides (Andi, Molly and Dan) are clearly passionate about their jobs, about the whales, the islands and the ocean, all of which came through loud and clear, leading to an amazing tour.”

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More Maui Whale Watching

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