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15 Best Whale Watching Tours In Maui

Maui’s best days out.

The 15 best whale watching tours on Maui right now — what each day actually involves, who runs it, how long it takes and what you will pay.

15 Best Whale Watching Tours In Maui

From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver - Quicksilver Catamaran Basics: Speed, Two Decks, Real Comfort
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From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

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1.From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

Quicksilver catamaran whale watching from Maalaea: 2 hours with hydrophones, soda and juice, restrooms, and a safety-first crew.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“This tour was so much fun. We needed assistance with our handicapped family member, and they went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable. The beverages they provided were a nice touch and the announcer gave us a lot of information that we did not already Read more”

1,280 reviewsFrom $59.95by Quicksilver

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Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina - From check-in to your seat along the water
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Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina

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2.Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina

Small-group whale watch from Lahaina with a low-to-water raft, hydrophone for whale songs, bottled (no-plastic) water, and rebooking if whales don’t show.

★ 5.0

“This is probably a once in a lifetime experience. The lady crew were brilliant. They went straight to the whales and then they came to us, swimming under the boat playful giving us treats of fin and tail slaps, one showed her lovely face, eye balling us. Out for 2 hours and we'll worth the…”

1,162 reviews1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes (approx.)From $77.00by Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel

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WHALES GUARANTEED Maui Whale Watching Makai Adventures - Mala Boat Ramp check-in: getting on board without stress
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WHALES GUARANTEED Maui Whale Watching Makai Adventures

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3.WHALES GUARANTEED Maui Whale Watching Makai Adventures

See humpback whales from Lahaina on Makai Adventures’ fast, comfortable boat with open viewing, shade, and onboard bathroom for about 2.25 hours.

★ 5.0

“We had the pleasure of being on a boat hosted by Travis and Allison. They were awesome, and positively enhanced an already terrific whale watching adventure. They knew exactly where to go, how to get within good viewing distance, and filled in everyone’s questions on whale behavior, etc. We have done whale watching trips here…”

1,081 reviews2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $97.41by Makai Adventures

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Ma'alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran - Double-deck layout and comfort that actually helps your whale spotting
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Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

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Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach - What you’ll learn from the naturalist team on board
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Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka’anapali Beach

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Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina - Key things to know before you go
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Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina

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

Two-hour small-group humpback whale raft tour from Lahaina with hydrophone whale songs, reef-safe sunscreen, and a whale guarantee.

★ 5.0

“Small group tour was very nice. Informative. Learned more about the whales. Personal. Naturalist and captain answered all our questions. Raft was small enough that we could see in almost all directions.”

661 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $80.60by Dive Maui

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Maui Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei - The 90-minute flow: what happens from Redline to the south coast
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Maui Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei

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Whale Watching from Ma'alaea Harbor - Maui Ocean Center + Ma’alaea Harbor shops: the warm-up that makes it feel longer
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Whale Watching from Ma’alaea Harbor

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8.Whale Watching from Ma’alaea Harbor

Whale watching from Ma’alaea Harbor with marine naturalists, underwater hydrophones, and a Maui Ocean Center stop for $82.65.

★ 5.0

“Wonderful experience! Best time to go to see mothers and newborn calves. Lots of activity everywhere you look!”

537 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $82.65by Pacific Whale Foundation

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Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch - The 4-course meal at sea: what’s included and how to think about it
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Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch

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9.Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch

Maui sunset dinner whale-watch from Maalaea Harbor with live naturalist commentary, 4-course meal, and included drinks.

★ 4.5

“This tour was far the highlight of our trip. Being the end of the whaling season we didn’t expect much, maybe a couple of fins pop up in the distant, no we were treated to about 10 whales circling our boat for about an hour putting on a show for us that was so amazing.…”

504 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $189.36by Pacific Whale Foundation

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VIP (12 Guests ONLY) Ultimate Whale Watch - The Real Star: Marine Naturalist Talks + Whale Songs on the Hydrophone
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VIP (12 Guests ONLY) Ultimate Whale Watch

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10.VIP (12 Guests ONLY) Ultimate Whale Watch

VIP 12-guest whale watch from Lahaina in Coast Guard-style rafts with marine naturalist talks, hydrophone songs, and a Dec–Apr free return.

★ 5.0

“My buddy was with me and we both really enjoyed the boat ride and the whale watching and the staff were both fabulous”

198 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $125.00by Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel

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Kayak & Turtle Town Snorkel(Turtles Guaranteed) + Whale Watching - Turtle Cleaning Station Snorkel: The Part With the Big Promise
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Kayak & Turtle Town Snorkel(Turtles Guaranteed) + Whale Watching

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Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea - How the 2.5-hour tour unfolds on the water
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Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea

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

Maui humpback whale watching on the Winona catamaran from Maalaea, with hydrophones, snacks, drinks, and chances to spot dolphins.

★ 5.0

“There is no bad whale watching on Maui. There are better than this, but these people are new to the business and still finding their way. They do have respect for the whales and knowledge but are still figuring out how to communicate it smoothly. The spotter would say, "There's a whale," but forget to…”

194 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $85.00by Makena Coast Charters

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Kayak Whale Watch and Snorkel Hawaiian Islands Whale Sanctuary - Key points to know before you go
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Kayak Whale Watch and Snorkel Hawaiian Islands Whale Sanctuary

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13.Kayak Whale Watch and Snorkel Hawaiian Islands Whale Sanctuary

Kayak Maui’s Olowalu waters, snorkel Turtle Reef with sea turtles, then hear live humpback whale songs via hydrophone.

★ 4.5

“Our guide Wesley was awesome. He was very informative and we learned a lot about the local wildlife, Hawaii history, and local foods. We went kayaking saw a monk seal, turtles.”

175 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $119.00by Maui Adventure Tours M.A.T., L.L.C.

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Whale Watching Experience - The Raft-Style Boat Advantage for Close Humpback Views
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Whale Watching Experience

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14.Whale Watching Experience

2-hour Ka'anapali whale watch on a small raft-style boat. Humpbacks, expert naturalist talk, sodas and water included for $102.20.

★ 5.0

“This is experience was incredible. The boat is small and safe, built for the Coast Guard. Everyone gets a seat. Boat is covered with a canopy which helps with the sun. The team is small, only a four person company. They truly care about the passengers and the animals. Super knowledgeable and they had a…”

142 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $102.20by The Magic Merman Snorkel Charters

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HIGH QUALITY Whale Watch Adventure Aboard Luxury Super Raft - Maalaea Harbor and Maui Ocean Center: why those stops help
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HIGH QUALITY Whale Watch Adventure Aboard Luxury Super Raft

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15.HIGH QUALITY Whale Watch Adventure Aboard Luxury Super Raft

Maui Super Raft whale watch with eye-level humpbacks, hydrophones for whale song, and a smooth small-group Zodiac ride from Maalaea.

★ 5.0

“Honestly I don’t know if we could’ve had a better time unless we were riding the whales. I mean they came under the boat. Saw SO many up close and I mean we could not have had a better experience. The raft was fun because we got to be right there with them that we…”

142 reviews1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)From $95.00by Maui Reef Adventures

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