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Whale of a tail
Emma and Shannon were fantastic! They were so knowledgeable and fun! We enjoyed watching a dozen whales interacting! Amazing!
Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $100 / person
- Location
- Maui, United States
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 131 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Maui Ocean Adventures
- Meeting point
- Meet at Mala Boat RampPlease do not park in the Mala Boat Ramp lot—it’s reserved for resident trucks and trailers. Look for the “Jesus Coming Soon” sign on Front St and walk toward the water. Uber/Lyft recommended. Maui Bus stop at Cannery Mall is an 8–10 min walk.
Description
Guaranteed whale sightings. Our boat is newly remodeled for passenger comfort. This boat is a photographers dream, and boasts 360-degree views with plenty of elbow room. Passengers aren’t the only ones who love our vessel, whales love a pink boat! Our captains and crew have over 25 years of experience boating and whale watching on Maui. This experience combined with the small group allows for an intimate and engaging experience and you will have all your whale questions answered. Family-owned and operated. Equipped with a hydrophone on board to hear the whales underwater. Owners, captains and crew are Lahaina Fire survivors and are excited to have your support and get back out on the water.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:50 AM
- Season
- Starts Dec 1
- Next available
- Tue, Dec 1
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $100
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $80
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
We use paper cups and filtered water from a cooler to minimize our environmental impact!
Not included
No restrooms onboard
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
131 reviews
How it compares in Maui
- Rated higher than 83% of 393 reviewed tours in Maui
- Starting price $100 is 32% below the typical $148 for tours of similar length in Maui
Excurgo comparison of 652 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- No children under 3 permitted.
- No children under 3
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching take?
Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching cost?
Prices start at $100 per person for this Maui experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:50 AM.
How much does Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $80, adults from $100.
Can I cancel Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet at Mala Boat Ramp. Please do not park in the Mala Boat Ramp lot—it’s reserved for resident trucks and trailers. Look for the “Jesus Coming Soon” sign on Front St and walk toward the water. Uber/Lyft recommended. Maui Bus stop at Cannery Mall is an 8–10 min walk. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
No children under 3 permitted. No children under 3
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 131 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Maui Ocean Adventures.
Reviews(131)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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AMAZING!🤩
AMAZING!🤩 Emma and Cass were amazing and very knowledgeable!!! We learned alot about whales! We will be back and would due it all over again 1000000 times! Thank you for an amazing day! I have a new passion 😜
S
An absolute MUST DO.
I cannot say enough good things about this experience. It was absolutely amazing!! The crew was very knowledgeable and so much fun! We saw so many whales and had so much fun! If I could give 10 stars I absolutely would. If you don’t include this is your holiday travel you are definitely missing out.
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Whaleapalooza!
James and Mindy gave us the trip of a lifetime. We were excited about seeing a tail here, an arched back there, but then we had a “whale jail” experience, the boat couldn’t move because the whale came so close!! It lasted for at least 30 minutes giving us a great show. Peeking its head out, spinning, showing us her fins, diving under the boat, giving us a spray. You could almost touch her. We certainly hadn’t expected this! Mindy shared many interesting whale facts and even found out the specific into on the whale that spent some time with us. She and James captured some amazing underwater video footage that they shared with us. GREAT tour!
L
Unforgettable Experience
This was one of the most amazing experiences! We watched a whale for over an hour swimming and spinning and showing off. Our captain, James, and our guide, Mindy, were outstanding. The perfect amount of information was shared, the ride was relaxing, and their playlist was perfect. I highly recommend this experience! I will never forget it!
9
Great experience
100% wonderful. A knowledgeable guide, a nice size boat and a lot of whales spotted. We will book this trip again and highly recommend this company.
K
Maui Whale Seeing
Nice boat ride. Approximately 15 people. Its a hard shell boat. Not inflatable. Saw about 8-10 mom and baby whales. Crew was very nice and tentative. One was an Eagles fan so 2 point deduction for that. Was hard to hear commentary all the time. Suggest loud speaker system.
J
MAUI MUST DO
A must do when in Maui! Captain Emma and mate Shannon were a library of information on the magnificent humpbacks. Staying with a mom and her very young calf was the highlight of the trip!
G
Highly Recommend this Whale Watching experience
Extraordinary whale watching experience. Capt Shannon and first mate Allison were knowledgeable, funny, and downright delightful. We witnessed an unusual amount of whales. The boat is awesome. Only room.for 18 so you aren't jammed on board.
9
A Whale of a Tale
Captains Shannon and Lainie were passionate and professional. Had a great tour filled with interesting facts and lots of whale sightings. Would highly recommend!
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