Whale Watching from Ma'alaea Harbor

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Experience Maui's top-rated whale watch with the experts departing from Ma'alaea Harbor. These informative and fun two-hour whale watches are led by a team of certified Marine Naturalists who explain and interpret the social behavior of humpback whales. Listen to whale songs through underwater hydrophones and watch a variety of whale behaviors between mothers, calves or aggressive males competing for females. Every trip is different and you never know what what you'll experience. Moreover, whale sightings are guaranteed on all whale watches or you go again for free.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Minimum drinking age is 21 years old.

Children ages 4 and under are free, but need to be accounted for in your booking for our manifest

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Local taxes

Fuel surcharge

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Drinks

Gratuities

Hotel pick-up and drop off

What To Expect

Maui Ocean Center

Maui Ocean Center Aquarium is one of the highest rated aquariums in the world, educating you about our Maui waters and the marine life that lives within.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Maalaea Harbor

Above the harbor is the Maui Harbor Shops which contain a varity of retail shops and food establishments

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Whalewatch Ma'alaea

Reviews

4.75

485 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

411

The crew was really...
Sonia R,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
The crew was really friendly and nice, I just found the whole trip process been such a rush that I can't say for sure that I enjoyed it.
Whales all over
Matt L,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had the greatest experience. We were hoping for whales and spotted blows almost immediately leaving the harbor. We sat for a long time watching what we assumed were 4 males proving themselves. What an amazing sight to see.
Maui whale watching
536v,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sam and the other naturalists were knowledgeable and a lot of fun! We saw several pairs of humpback whales and even heard some whale song when they submerged the hydro microphone!
The staff was very...
MariadeJesus T,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly and the experience was amazing as we got to see a few whales, including a baby with its mama and 1 whale even breached. Even though it was the beginning of whale season the experience was magical for children.
Saw the whales 🐋 it was a beautiful day
AnnaMaria N,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The crew was very good at keeping people hydrated and informed on whales. We saw 2 sightings of whales even though it is very early
Very Good
Freedom50543311416,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Nice boat & crew, smooth sailing. We saw 2 Whales which is a blessing since they're not in season yet. We were satisfied with the experience.
Nice watching experience.
Happiness435897,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
While we didn’t see any whales, we did see some dolphins. The crew was great, especially Piper and Kaitlin. As well as Captain Cole. The weather was great, with calm seas and very little wind. So a very nice morning on the ocean.
Great crew!
Lori H,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a great crew!! And although we didn’t get to see a whale, we did see bottle nose dolphins and got to hear whales with the under water speaker.
Magical
Elizabeth O,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was amazing , we only saw a whale for a brief and fast moment that I could not take a photo, The Aquarium center is in the same location and it was extraordinary😍
Magnificent, Amazing, and Wow
Rachel H,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was absolutely amazing!!! Excellent experience and all the guides were super knowledgeable and fun to be with. Thank you for such a great experience!!