Eye-Level Whale Watching Eco-Raft Tour from Lahaina

From USD 79.46

4.8

1,467 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

Grateful to be whale watching this season from Lahaina, Maui!

Eye-level whale watching onboard our low-to-water small group rafts.

Native Hawaiian owned and voted TripAdvisors Traveler's Choice, Hawaii Ocean Rafting has been Maui’s original ocean rafting experience for more than 30 years. Our small group tours make for a fun, family style experience. Although whales are protected in Hawaii, they often approach our small boats for closer and eye level whale encounters.

*New* rafts this season! After the loss of our boats in the Lahaina fire, we are grateful to be operating 3 rafts this whale season!

"Kai"- 30 passengers, bench style seating, 80% shade

"Aloha"- 20 passengers, bench style seating, 80% shade

"Naia" 15 passengers, saddle style seating, 30% shade

We are just a short drive from Kaanapali, Kahana, Napili, Kapalua and other West Maui accommodations. And a fun destination for visitors staying in Kihei or Wailea.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

No Infants

No Pregnant Persons

No children under 3

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Plan to get wet! This is a low to water boat- ocean spray and light rain can occur during tour.

Hydrophone to listen to whale songs

Life jackets are provided for emergencies but are not required to be worn during the tour.

Marine Naturalist Narration

BYOB ( Plastic or cans only)

No Spray Sunscreen Permitted - Reef Safe Sunscreen Only

Options

Preferred WhaleWatch RAFTALOHA

Preferred Time Raft "Aloha": The time does not impact whale activity, but this is a preferred time for guest's schedules. Raft 20 Pax/80% Shade.

Popular Whale Watch RAFT ALOHA

2 HR Raft Tour "Aloha": 2 Hour Eye-Level Whale Watch. Vessel: Raft 20pax/80% shade/Bench Seats.

90Min WhaleWatch RAFT ALOHA

90 Min. Raft Tour "Aloha": Whale activity is the same, just a shorter duration of 90 Min. Vessel: Raft 20pax/80% shade/Bench Seats.

Popular Whale Watch RAFT NAIA

2 HR Raft Tour "Naia": 2 Hour Eye-Level Whale Watch. Vessel: Raft 15pax/80% shade/SADDLE Seats.

90 Min. Whale Watch RAFT KAI

90 Min. Raft Tour "Kai": Whale activity & experience are the same, just a shorter duration of 90 Min. Vessel: RAFT: Approx 30 pax/80% shade.

Popular Whale Watch RAFT KAI

2 Hour Raft Tour "Kai": 2 Hour Eye-Level Whale Watch. Vessel: Raft 30pax/80% shade/Bench Seats.

Preferred WhaleWatch RAFT NAIA

Preferred Time Raft "Naia": The time does not impact whale activity, but this is a preferred time for guest's schedules. Raft 15 Pax, Saddle Seats.

Preferred Whale Watch RAFT KAI

Preferred Time Raft "Kai": The time does not impact whale activity, but this is a preferred time for guest's schedules. Raft 30 Passenger/80% Shade.

90 Min. Whale Watch RAFT NAIA

90 Min. Raft Tour "Naia": Whale activity is the same, just a shorter duration of 90 Min. Vessel: Raft "Naia" 15 pax/30%shade w/ SADDLE SEATS.

Operated by Hawaii Ocean Rafting

Reviews

4.8

1,467 reviews

1369

As advertised
rfbaltimore,
Dec 25, 2024
5.0
As advertised. They really did a great job finding the whales even when they were difficult to find.
Zach and Olivia were the...
Sinnassamy N,
Dec 25, 2024
5.0
Zach and Olivia were the best. We got the wonderful whale watching experience. I would strongly recommend going with this operator
Incredible Day
Teri D,
Dec 21, 2024
5.0
Captain Mark was awesome and we were able to see at least 10 whales playing on the surface for over an hour. We encountered a competition group and it was so incredible to see them together.
Amazing tour!
Sarthak H,
Dec 21, 2024
5.0
Mark and Val were amazing! Thank you so much for a great time! We saw so many whales coming out of the ocean!
Blast for kids and adults
Roxanne W,
Dec 21, 2024
5.0
Loved the tour! Jack and Jess were a great team. They were wonderful with our kids (ages 11, 8, and 6). It was def a highlight of our whole trip. Thank you!