The 11 Whale Watching in Maui That Earn Their Price

1.Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching – Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,482 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85Our pick

Eye-level zodiac whale or dolphin watching off Lahaina with marine naturalist narration, hydrophone whale songs in season, small groups.

“Amazing, up close views of the whales. Guides shared a lot of interesting information. The boat was comfortable enough, plan to get wet. We went to a few different locations where there was a lot of whale activities and saw mothers, calves and male escorts. We took pictures of breaching, tale fins flipping, pectoral fins, etc. once in a lifetime must see adventure!”

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2.From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,461 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49Best value

Chase humpback whales from Maalaea Harbor on the Quicksilver. Hydrophones, shady seating, and juice and soda included in a 2-hour cruise.

“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.Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,162 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $77

Small-group whale watch from Lahaina with low-to-water rafts, hydrophone whale songs, purified water, and a free return trip if needed.

“The crew, Casey and Jill, were very friendly and knowledgeable. We saw and observed many whales on our excursion. The whales gave us a great show, breaching and slapping their fins and tails. The boat sat low in the water so we had good views.”

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4.WHALES GUARANTEED Maui Whale Watching Makai Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,081 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $97

Small-boat whale watching from Mala Boat Ramp in Maui (about 2h15), with cushioned seats, shade, a bathroom, and whales guaranteed.

“Great experience, highly recommend. Saw whales and had a great time. Would do again, very reasonable”

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5.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 979 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

Watch Maui humpback whales on a 2-hour double-deck catamaran out of Ma’alaea Harbor, with whale songs via underwater hydrophone.

“Great tour, saw lots of wales and the boat layout was great for making sure everyone had a good view”

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6.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 827 reviews · from $50

2-hour whale watching from Ma'alaea Harbor on a double-deck catamaran, with narrated humpback sightings and hydrophone whale songs.

“We were able to see many whales during our trip. It was amazing to see the whales breach. They were magnificent! The crew was great too!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 802 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $115

2-hour Ka'anapali catamaran whale cruise with naturalist commentary, unlimited open bar, snacks, and close-up seating for winter humpbacks.

“If you are wanting to go whale watching I highly recommend using sea Maui call then direct and they will set you up and possibly give you a discount if you book other things through them”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 661 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $80

2-hour small group raft whale watch from Lahaina in the Maui Nui sanctuary, with hydrophone whale songs and a whale sighting guarantee.

“The whales this month were just marvelous-it was great to watch them from the shore, but the experience of being on a small boat and getting closer was magical! The staff on the boat and in the office were fun and knowledgeable!”

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9.Maui Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 646 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Small raft whale watching from Kihei with a marine naturalist, hydrophone for whale song, and a fast route for more sightings in 1.5 hours.

“This was a great way to see and get close up to whales. Josh & Jamie were excellent and shared a lot of knowledge on the whales.”

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10.Whale Watching from Ma’alaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 537 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $82

Watch humpback whales off Ma'alaea Harbor with marine naturalists and underwater hydrophones, plus a whale sighting guarantee. 2 hours.

“Hands down the BEST experience of our time in Maui. Richard and the other crew members were super knowledgeable and friendly. We saw many, many whales from a close proximity. We wish we could have spent the entire day on the boat. We took the Ocean Voyager 8 am tour. Don’t hesitate to book this tour!”

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11.Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 504 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $189

Maui premium sunset whale watch dinner cruise from Maalaea Harbor with 4 courses, drinks, and live naturalist commentary as humpbacks migrate.

“This was our 2nd time booking this cruise over 3 years and will continue to do so. Everyone on board was so nice, knowledgeable and we learned a lot about the whales. I recommend this company as they are always doing research everytime they go out, we will continue to support. The boat is great size, bathroom on board, drinks available for purchase with free cups of water. They are very communicative. Highly recommend. Happy cruising!”

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