Morning Whale Watch: Lahaina Harbor
Overview
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2 hours
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Maui is the place to see humpback whales. Each year these magnificent creatures migrate south from Alaska, and although you can see them throughout Hawaii, the ‘Au ‘au channel off the coast of Maui boasts the greatest number. Our warm, relatively shallow and protected waters make an ideal location for the humpbacks to mate and give birth to their calves. These whales are often seen fully breaching out of the ocean!
Our morning departure offers the perfect start to your day — exceptional morning conditions, smooth seas, and incredible chances to see whales breaching, tail-slapping, and spouting all around our vessel. Along the way, our friendly crew shares fascinating insights into whale behavior, marine life, and local culture.
This sailing charter includes light refreshments and exceptional island views. This memorable adventure will be a highlight of your trip.
Reserve your Morning Whale Watch today and discover why Maui is the world’s best whale-watching destination.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local coffee with cream and sugar
Sail Maui provides complimentary reef safe sunscreen
Fruit Platter & Assorted Pastries
water and assorted sodas
Gratuities
harbor parking fee (minimal)
What To Expect
We'll set our sails and head out into the 'Au'au Channel to look for humpback whales
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Morning Whale Watch: Lahaina Harbor
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Maui morning with whales and sunshine
Amy Q,
Mar 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful crew, clean boat and lovely snacks/drinks. We enjoyed beginning our morning on the boat looking for whales and we did! Captain was very patient and finally found some pods.
I would recomend
ziyun x,
Feb 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! I saw many whales.You will be able to sit in front of the sail boat, and whales are everywhere.
Intimate whale watch, worth repeating!!
C4423TTdebw,
Feb 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Morning Sail With the Whales Ma'alaea Would definitely book with Sail Maui again. Small, intimate vessel with only 25 guests allowed. Great line of sight and easy to move around the boat. Good crew, who got us safely and ethically close to numerous whales. Best moment was when we were floating with engines off. A mother, calf and escort group approached us, swam beneath our boat and spent a lot of time close to us. (Crew was unable to actually use the sails today, as the day was unusually calm.)
25th Anniversary Tour
Derrtyredd,
May 9, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00although it is May and most of the whales were gone, the crew took us out where we were able to see a mom and calf and they entertained us. Awesome experience🤗
Top notch
Jbell2317,
Mar 17, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible trip. Saw tons of whales. Unforgettable experience. Ride was as smooth as could be and boat was excellent. Great service and the team, Patrick, Jeff, etc., were first class. Jeff has great knowledge of whales rich with history of Lahaina and the craters.
Fantastic Experience
chadb563,
Mar 5, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Always our favorite part about our trip to Maui. Sail Maui has the best crew. We're always impressed with their service and food options. Certainly a must do on your vacation.
Perfect
hdelgado08,
Mar 2, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best sail you can do on West Maui. Dan, Jeff, and Patrick are an amazing crew and the fact that you actually get to sail is amazing. 10 out of 10 would recommend
Great Whale Viewing
drsamolin,
Feb 21, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome and professional crew. We did the sunset cruise with beverages and snacks provided w meat and veggie options. Crew was attentive and safety minded as well as fun. Great whale action in late February. Temperature checks before boarding. Ship was clean w sanitizer readily available and food individually portioned. Definite recommendation for first timers or repeat every year as we do!
Had a whale of a time!
LizzieDallas,
Feb 19, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time whale watching this morning. The entire staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. Their catamaran was very clean and probably one of the best ones out of Lahaina Harbor. Highly recommend booking them for your Maui excursions.
A Whale of a Great Time.
Traveler631957062180,
Feb 3, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visiting Maui for the first time and chose this tour . A Great time with a Great Captain and Crew . Weather was Beautiful and there were Whales from the beginning to the end!!!! Would highly recommend thus time of year for whale watching and using this company.
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