From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy this 2-hour guided adventure on a double-deck power catamaran to watch the whales in their natural habitat. Depending on the whales’ behavior during your whale watching trip, you may see the whales slapping the surface with pectoral fins (their very long side fins), flukes (the tail), the peduncle (the strong muscles attaching the tail to the rest of the body) and the breach, this is when the whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

PASSENGERS ARE REQUIRED TO PARK AT MAUI HARBOR SHOPS 300 MA'ALAEA ROAD, WAILUKU, HI 96793

Mandatory Check-in 30 minutes prior to departure.

PLEASE PRINT OR DOWLOAD YOUR TICKET AFTER CHECKOUT - THE MAJORITY OF YOUR QUESTIONS CAN BE ANSWERED WITH INFORMATION LISTED ON YOUR TCKET

Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Minimum drinking age: 21 years old.

A 24-hour notice is required for cancellation or reschedule.

Bring cash if you'd like to tip the crew!

Meet at: Boss Frog's, 300 Ma'alaea Road, Building 2, Shop# 2N, Wailuku, HI 96793

We will have a crew member outside Boss Frog's to help you get checked in

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

This double-deck power catamaran leaves from Ma'alaea Harbor and can bring you to the whales quickly. Juices and sodas are included, all kinds of drinks are available for purchase, and there are restrooms on board. The humpback whales return to Hawaii for a few months each year to mate and give birth. The trip takes you out to see for two hours, with a professional guide, these amazing animals from December to April.

Admission Unknown

What‘s Included

Underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs

Great informative and historical narrative

2 Restrooms

Shady cabin

Professional, friendly, safety oriented, experienced captain and crew

Ice cold sodas and juice

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Options

Evening Whale Watch (3:30PM)

Duration: 2 hours
Evening Whale Watch (3:30PM)

Morning Whale Watch (10:30A)

Duration: 2 hours
Morning Whale Watch (10:30A)

Afternoon Whale Watch (1:00PM)

Duration: 2 hours
Afternoon Whale Watch (1:00PM)

Early Bird Whale Watch (8:00A)

Duration: 2 hours
Early Bird Whale Watch (8:00A)

Reviews

4.60

1,411 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1115

154

Highly recommend this whale watching experience.
Nicola A,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We saw a lot of whales with her babies, We even saw a local group of dolphins playing with the whales. One highlight of the experience was listening to the whale sounds. The narrator is very knowledgeable about whales and their behaviors. I highly recommend this company for whale watching.
They must do activity
Lori V,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Watching lots of whales and many stops and plenty of time to see them and photograph them. It was awesome to be able to see them so close and so many. The captain was also the tour guide and he did a fantastic job. Learn learned a lot.
The captain and crew were...
Melissa T,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The captain and crew were so great, very friendly and welcoming. We saw lots of Humpback whales while the captain taught us some interesting facts. They served us drinks while we rode along. A really great time!!
Great experience -...
Jennifer R,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience - beautiful morning on the water - the crew were excellent - warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable.
Its a pass
Tina S,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00
It is peak whale season and barely saw whales. They would say there is a whale over there, but start going other way. I was not impressed with this tour. No pics to share since most of the time we were heading to one spot or another.
Far away whales
Daniel19ola,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
Very disappointing. We did saw some whales but all were at very far away. If i would do it again i ll take a smaller boat. The boat that they have doesn t go close to it. If you want to see the marine life closer this is not your ride.
Whales whales whales
Donna C,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Crew was amazing and friendly. A lot of educational info about whales in general. They clearly know the spots to go to and look for them . Someone onboard taking photos from the time you board the boat.( to purchase at the end if wanted ). Snack bar with reasonable alcoholic drinks and snacks if desired. Otherwise water , juices and coffee provided. Did I mention friendly crew ! They do this every day all day long and still made us feel like our whale watching was most important . Tour ran right ontime. Absolutely no complaints from us . Thank you for a great experience.
Crew was friendly and...
Amber S,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Crew was friendly and captain was knowledgeable about whales. But only went parallel to the land instead of heading out into the ocean, so we didn’t see many whales and he stayed far back from the ones we did see. It was a windy day, maybe that’s why. But I could see more whales farther out in the ocean and kept hoping to go out there.
Parking is not cheap and it is a hike
Mark S,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The boat ride was great - we saw quite a few whales up close and the captain shared lots of interesting information. The only negative is the parking. The parking cost’s about $15 and it is quite a distance from the boat.
Good value.
Sara C,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00
If you are prone to seasickness, put on your scopolamine patch before heading out. There were quite a few passengers having difficulties. Other than that I’d say it’s good value for the cost. We saw many whales and one of the pilots was very knowledgeable. Unfortunately, it was really hard to hear the guide even though he was mic’ed. The weather was a bit windy, chilly, and grey so we stayed aft on the upper deck under the canopy. The crew was friendly and took good care of us. They provided complimentary guava juice. Our cruise was scheduled to last two hours and we took a bit longer because we were seeing so many whales that day. The photographer seemed a bit perfunctory and rushed. Overall, it was a nice outing.