Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina
Overview
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Our most popular Ultimate Whale Watch experience!
small groups make every seat a front row seat as you enjoy whale watching and educational talks from our marine naturalist onboard.
Our inflatable rafting vessels are modeled after Coast Guard rescue rafts and are safe, extremely agile providing the best platform to experience whales and have a fun ride. Our vessel allows you to be close to the ocean surface. Giving you the feeling of being with the whales in there natural environment. From this vantage point photography captures a unique perspective of looking up at the animals when they breach the surface. Our Captains are trained to find the most surface active, diverse behaviors and best photo scenarios.
All trips from December – April are guaranteed to see whales or you go again for FREE!
We are locally owned and operated since 1982 and every ticket supports our participation in marine research projects and our role as certified first responders to whale entanglements.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No children under 3 years
We are unable to take guests who are Pregnant.
We are unable to take guests who are Pregnant.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Lahaina Harbor
Our small group Whale Watching tour is our most popular whale watching tour on Maui. Our fast and safe rafting vessels are low to the water and perfect for close encounters and small groups making every seat a front row seat! Listen to whale songs on our hydrophone and don’t forget your camera for epic photos of our humpback whale friends! There are two options 1.5 hour and 2 gour, please select the tour you are wanting.
What‘s Included
Because we are eco-friendly, purified water is available in an igloo style dispenser, not plastic water bottles.
Gratuities
Options
Noon 2 hour whale watch
Duration: 2 hours
4pm 2Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
7:10am 2 Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
6:30am 2 hour whale watch
Duration: 2 hours
1:40pm 2Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
11:10am 2 Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
1:40pm 2 Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
11:10Am 2Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
2:30pm 2 Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
8:50am 2 Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
6:30am 2 hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
9:30am 2 Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
8:50am 2Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
4:50pm 1.5 Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
4pm 2 Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 2 hours
6:30am 1.5 Hour Whale Watch
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Reviews
1,246 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best Booking Ever!
Erin S,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00John and Charlie were absolutely amazing! We enjoyed their enthusiasm and expertise during the whole trip. We can not say enough good things about our experience here. 10/10 would recommend! We had a pod of whales swim right under our boat! Just wow! Thank you so much for a once in a lifetime opportunity!
Whaleopolis!!!
Kayla H,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was incredible, our guides were extremely knowledgeable and because it was a smaller boat we could get a little closer to the whales verse a bigger one. I highly recommend this tour.
Great experience.. we...
ANGEL A,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience.. we found a group of whales that were great to see and the team did everything they could to make our experience great!! 100% recommended
Awesome experience
Sara O,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was hands down our best whale watching experience. I was nervous about being on a smaller boat but we ended up loving the experience of being closer to the water. Felt very safe with a 5 and 8 year olds.
The tour was amazing! We...
Sharad M,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was amazing! We had a lot of fun, and saw a bunch of whales. The guides were very friendly and helpful!
Phenomenal
Ryan B,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Go!!!! Absolutely amazing. They are so personable and professional. You will NOT be disappointed. Highly recommend this company.
Whale worth the money
Michael Y,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We love Ultimate Whale Watch! This was our second time going out with them, and it was just as incredible as the first. The smaller boat truly gives you a front-row seat to the whales — it feels so much more personal and immersive. Lacey and Lilly were fantastic. We love learning about whales while we’re out there, and they made the experience both fun and educational. We saw tons of breaches and even witnessed a whale fight — absolutely unforgettable! We’ll definitely be booking another trip with Ultimate again.
Boarding and Onboarding Mala Ramp Experience
Z3393DQrosier,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Trip February 26, 2026. The raft was very tight. Barely enough space between seating and raft. The worst part was the step down and back up to dock. You have to be able to extend your leg/body at least 2 feet. Not the best for seniors.
Super tour and great place
Inka D,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We have really seen a lot of densely swimming and fighting whales and a mother with her baby.
Whale Watching at it’s Best!
monacoj,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The best whale watching ever! Captain and crew (Meghan) were wonderful - very knowledgeable and personable. Would highly recommend!
From US$77.00
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