Morning Whale Watch: Lahaina Harbor

4.9
(29 reviews)
Maui, USA

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Maui is the place to see humpback whales. Each year these magnificent creatures migrate south from Alaska, and although you can see them throughout Hawaii, the ‘Au ‘au channel off the coast of Maui boasts the greatest number. Our warm, relatively shallow and protected waters make an ideal location for the humpbacks to mate and give birth to their calves. These whales are often seen fully breaching out of the ocean!

Our morning departure offers the perfect start to your day — exceptional morning conditions, smooth seas, and incredible chances to see whales breaching, tail-slapping, and spouting all around our vessel. Along the way, our friendly crew shares fascinating insights into whale behavior, marine life, and local culture.

This sailing charter includes light refreshments and exceptional island views. This memorable adventure will be a highlight of your trip.

Reserve your Morning Whale Watch today and discover why Maui is the world’s best whale-watching destination.

What's Included

Local coffee with cream and sugar
Sail Maui provides complimentary reef safe sunscreen
IMPORTANT! Arrive 30 min. before departure. Boarding closes 10 min. before departure. No waiting..
Fruit Platter & Assorted Pastries
water and assorted sodas
Gratuities
harbor parking fee (minimal)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

IMPORTANT! Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Meet us at the parking lot at 116 Prison St., Lahaina for check-in. Boarding closes 10 minutes before departure. We'll escort you to Lahaina Harbor. The vessel departs promptly and cannot wait for late arrivals.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
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    IMPORTANT! Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Meet us at the parking lot at 116 Prison St., Lahaina for check-in. Boarding closes 10 minutes before departure. We'll escort you to Lahaina Harbor. The vessel departs promptly and cannot wait for late arrivals.

    1 minute Admission ticket free
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    Experience world-class whale watching directly off the coast of Lahaina in the world-famous ʻAuʻau Channel. Shielded by surrounding islands, these calm, shallow waters create a warm, protected sanctuary completely free from large ocean predators. It is recognized as America's absolute densest winter nursery for humpback whales. On this tour, you will cruise through these legally protected national marine sanctuary waters to witness mother whales nursing, protecting, and teaching their newborn calves. Keep your eyes on the horizon to watch mothers demonstrating spectacular full-body breaches, teaching calves how to slap their pectoral fins, and guiding them through their very first shallow dives in West Maui's legendary whale playground.

    1 hour 59 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Supplied by Sail Maui

Tags

Sailing
Private and Luxury
Whale Watching
Water Tours
Excellent Quality
Involves Animals
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate

Cancellation Policy

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

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