Maui: Eco-Friendly Whale Watching Tour from Ma'alaea Harbor

4.597484 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.597484 out of 5 stars
159 reviews
Activity provider:PWF Eco Adventures
Maui: Eco-Friendly Whale Watching Tour from Ma'alaea Harbor
4.597484 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.597484 out of 5 stars
159 reviews

See the amazing humpback whales who migrate here from Alaska to mate and give birth in these protected waters. Every whale-watching experience is a unique, as you never know what you'll witness each time from these giants of the sea.

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Duration 2 hours
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T – Canada

We got to see a mother and her baby playing. It was amazing. Being able to see a mother humpback whale alongside her baby calf splashing and playing was amazing

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Aurelia – Germany

the tour was amazing and the team so incredibly knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Ma'alaea Harbor Village

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    Maalaea

    Guided tour, Boat cruise, Whale watching (2 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Ma'alaea Harbor Village

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Highlights

  • See humpback whales in their natural habitat
  • Watch from the boat as mothers train their calves and whales fully breach
  • Listen to expert commentary by certified Marine Naturalists

Full description

Whale-watch with the experts on Maui's top-rated ecotour and see these amazing creatures in their natural wild habitat. Every excursion is led by certified Marine Naturalists for fun and informative interpretation of humpback whale behaviors and characteristics. Not only will you see these majestic creatures up close and personal, but your Marine Naturalist will provide an educational experience. Watch mothers and calves interact, see males compete for females, hear underwater whale songs – every trip is unique.

Don't miss out on utilizing underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs. If you're bringing children, this family-friendly experience has onboard Jr. Naturalist Programs for kids. Don't forget to put on your Reef Safe Sunscreen, complimentary at check-in. For the more serious whale-watcher, this tour has affordable camera and binocular rentals.

This nonprofit organization is dedicated to protecting our oceans through science and advocacy. All profits from these cruises support ocean research, education and conservation programs.

Includes

  • Underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs
  • Onboard Jr. Naturalist Program for kids
  • Filtered water
  • Marine wildlife glossy photo card
  • Whale sightings guaranteed or go again for free
  • Reef-safe sunscreen - 4.oz in a fully sustainable tube is available for $10 onboard (40% discount) 
  • Camera and binocular rental
  • Snacks and beverages
  • Tips

Meeting point

Meet at Pacific Whale Ocean Store, located in the Harbor Shops of Ma'alaea. The Harbor Shops visitor parking lot by Maui Ocean Center, as well as parking in the Maʻalaea boat harbor lots will require payment to park in the lot. There will be signs with instructions to pay for parking via phone.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Smoking

Know before you go

  •  If you get seasick, please plan to take motion-sickness medicine one hour prior to departure

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 159 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5
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T – CanadaDecember 10, 2024 – Verified booking
We got to see a mother and her baby playing. It was amazing. Being able to see a mother humpback whale alongside her baby calf splashing and playing was amazing
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Aurelia – GermanyNovember 24, 2024 – Verified booking
the tour was amazing and the team so incredibly knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour
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Gurleen – United StatesNovember 20, 2024 – Verified booking
We had such a great time whale watching with such a great organization that supportst he preservation of whales! It's such a greaat cause to support and the staff were amazing so I definitly recommend!

Product ID: 188535

Activity provider:PWF Eco Adventures

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