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Maui: Whale Watching Tour - 1.5 hours

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Maui: Whale Watching Tour - 1.5 hours
4.8
8 reviews
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Embark on a whale watching tour and get up close to humpback whales. Listen to the whales sing through a sophisticated hydrophone sound system.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Highlights

  • Get up close to the humpback whales on a guaranteed whale watch tour
  • Listen to the whales sing through a sophisticated hydrophone sound system
  • Enjoy a comfortable and safe ride on a fast and convenient boat
  • Spot humpback whales and their young in the calm waters of Maui's south shore
  • Depart from Kihei or Wailea and enjoy free parking at the Kihei Boat Ramp

Full description

Embark on a 1.5-hour whale watching tour from Kihei. Enjoy a guaranteed whale sighting or receive a free ride. Listen to the whales through a hydrophone sound system and learn about these majestic creatures from your guide. Depart from the Kihei Boat Ramp, just 10 minutes from all Kihei and Wailea resorts. Set out on the water and keep your eyes peeled for humpback whales. Listen to the whales through a sophisticated hydrophone sound system. Morning departures offer calm conditions on Maui’s south shore where visiting humpback whales are prevalent and often seen nursing their young. Spot pods of whales quickly, allowing ample time for viewing and listening.

Includes

  • 1.5-hour whale watching tour
  • Guaranteed whale sighting or the next ride is free
  • Hydrophone sound system to listen to whales
  • Close encounters with humpback whales (within 100 yards)

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems

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What to bring

  • Hat
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Water

Not allowed

  • Smoking
  • Feeding animals

Know before you go

  • Check-in 30 minutes prior to departure
  • Morning departures offer calmer conditions
  • Extra time is allowed between tours for safety and compliance with federal regulations
  • Ample free parking available at Kihei Boat Ramp

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4.8 /5

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Curt – United StatesMarch 12, 2025 – Verified booking
This tour was incredible. Scott and Angela were fun and knowledgeable and the whales they showed us were super cool. Highly recommended!!
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesMarch 11, 2025 – Verified booking
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesFebruary 13, 2025 – Verified booking
We loved every minute of our whale watching tour with Blue Water Rafting. Both Captain Brandon and First Mate Kanoi were excellent, funny, professional, and knowledgeable. We saw so many whales! The time went by too quickly!

Product ID: 863441

Activity provider:Blue Water Rafting

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