Maui is the whale-watching capital of the Pacific, and there is no better way to see them up-close than on a Pacific Whale Foundation Whale Watch Cruise. The locals lovingly refer to the waters off Lahaina as "Whale Soup", because there are so many Humpback Whales in the area each winter. If you are in Hawaii during whale season, this is a "must-do" experience, once or even a few times, during your visit.
Details
Every winter, pods of humpback whales migrate from the chilly Alaskan waters to Maui’s summery shallows, a swim of over 3,000 miles (4,828 km.). Anywhere from 1,500 to 3,000 whales appear in the Hawaiian waters every year, fluking, spy hopping, spouting, and playing. Board a state-of-the-art, eco-friendly catamaran for a thrilling 2-hour cruise with a whale expert.
This is an eco-friendly tour! Help the environment as you play in the natural beauty of Hawaii.
The Pacific Whale Foundation Eco-Adventures uses only biodegradable and compost-ready plates, utensils, napkins, cups, and bags onboard all six of its vessels.
These products are made from either sugar cane waste pulp, potato starch, or corn starch. All of these materials are renewable resources, as well as being petroleum and “tree-free.” They all biodegrade in 60 to 120 days in a home composting facility and conform to FDA guidelines for food use.
The catamaran fleet is equipped with SmoothCat technology for a smooth, comfortable ride. The eco-friendly design features protect sound-sensitive whales, dolphins, and other marine animals. Boats out of Ma’alaea Harbor are powered by Maui BioFuel, and eco-friendly alternative fuel made from recycled vegetable cooking oils.
Inclusions
2-hour whale watching tourKnowledgeable guideColor whale watching guide (“Watching Hawaii’s Humpback Whales”)Whale poster for each partyJunior naturalist program for childrenWhale sightings guaranteed or you go again freeHarbor fees
Duration
2 hours
Available
Daily, Dec. 21–April 15
Departure time and location
10:30 AM; from Ma'alaea Harbor11:00 AM; from Lahaina Harbor
Return time and location
12:30 PM; to Ma'alaea Harbor1:00 PM; to Lahaina Harbor
Note
One Whale Poster per party included. Guests will receive their poster after the trip is completed. Lahaina Harbor is the best departure location if you are staying in Kaanapali or Lahaina. Maalaea Harbor is a better departure location for all other cities. The tour has a 99% sighting success rate; in the event that you don’t see whales, you can go again for free. For each paying adult, one child (age 6 or younger) may participate free of charge. Tickets must be purchased for any additional children.All customers/participants are required to sign liability waivers before participating in this activity.
Locations
Pacific Whale Foundation - Lahaina
Our Lahaina Store is located at 612 Front St. across from the Banyan Tree. Check in here with your vouchers before crossing Banyan Tree Park to the boat.
20.871117 -156.676756Pacific Whale Foundation - Ma'alaea
Our Ma'alaea Store is located in the front of the Harbor Shops at 300 Ma'alaea Boat Harbor Road, next to the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium.
20.792100 -156.513100Terms & Conditions
This Activity can be changed or cancelled without penalty at any time prior to 48 hours before the scheduled start of this Activity. Otherwise the product is 100% non-refundable and non-transferable.