2-Hour Ma'alaea Humpback Whale Watching Cruise for up to 6 Guests Discount Tickets

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Overview

Experience Maui’s humpback whales up close aboard Amore, a 42-foot Boston Whaler 420 Outrage designed for comfort, stability, and style. Departing from Ma‘alaea, this two-hour adventure offers an unforgettable look at these gentle giants in their winter breeding grounds. Your professional captain and marine naturalist share insights into whale behavior and migration while you enjoy panoramic ocean views. With binoculars provided and plenty of space to move around, every seat offers a front-row view. Relax on the spacious bow lounger or shaded seating, savor light snacks and cold drinks, and enjoy a smooth ride thanks to the SeaKeeper® stabilizer. This intimate, small-group trip is Maui whale watching at its best.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Check in at the Maalaea General Store, 132 Maalaea Road Maalaea Harbor, Maui

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Maalaea
Mā‘alaea is a centuries-old Hawaiian fishing village—once home to a prominent heiau and one of the island’s largest collections of petroglyphs—whose canoe landing served as a portal to Maui for Hawaiian kings and warriors.
2. Maalaea General Store & Restaurant
Check in at The Historic Maalaea General Store, Built in 1910. It was constructed by the Maui Dry goods and Grocery Company to serve the local fishing community and employees of the Wailuku Sugar Company. The store is the oldest surviving wood-frame building associated with the Japanese fishing community that developed in Maalaea Village.
Duration: 20 mins
3. Maalaea Harbor
A wonderful starting point for Maui’s best ocean experiences adventures. Join the fun, welcome aboard Hawaii Nautical for breathtaking whale watching, world class snorkeling spots, and stunning Hawaiian sunset cocktail cruises.
4. Maalaea Bay
Located on the beautiful bay with a marina for small boats, this is a relaxing resort community. Māʻalaea Bay is a large bay in the southwestern coast of Maui, in the Hawaiian islands. Several small towns are located close to the bay, notably the town of Māʻalaea. The bay is approximately three miles long. The famous surf break known as “Freight Trains” crosses Māʻalaea Bay on Maui’s southern shore
5. McGregor Point and Lighthouse
Open 24 hours, a wonderful lighthouse, watching the ocean hitting the rocks is spectacular. A small path leads to a secluded tide pool and jagged coastline with rock formations. Locations will be chosen based on the day’s best weather, ocean conditions and with guest input.
6. Sugar Beach
Sugar Beach is a six-mile long beach in Maui, Hawaii. It's located on the shores of Maalaea Bay and is named for its fine white sand. The beach is good for swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking, canoe paddling, sunbathing, bodyboarding, and long walks. Visitors can also watch for whales and green sea turtles, and enjoy spectacular sunsets. Locations will be chosen based on the day’s best weather, ocean conditions and with guest input.
7. Haycraft Park
Haycraft Park is part of the longest uninterrupted stretch of beach on Maui, along with Baby Beach and Sugar Beach. Locations will be chosen based on the day’s best weather, ocean conditions and with guest input.
8. Coral Gardens
Coral Gardens is a natural reef formation in Maui, Hawaii it is only accessible by boat. It's located in a protected bay on the west side of the island, south of Lahaina and Olowalu. Locations will be chosen based on the day’s best weather, ocean conditions and with guest input.

Inclusion

Binoculars provided for whale viewing

$10 stipend per guest to use at the Ma'alaea General Store before departure

Snacks

Professional captain, crew and marine naturalist guide

On-board restrooms

Exclusion

Alcoholic beverages

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Seasonal Experience between December and March

Supplied by Hawaii Nautical

Reviews

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Based on 20 reviews

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