Up-Close Maui Whale Watch Tour from Lahaina

Highlights

Fast, rigid-hull raft sits closer to the water’s surface for up-close viewing
Smaller group size than on larger vessels for a more intimate wildlife encounter
Express 2-hour tour leaves plenty of room for morning or afternoon plans

Summary

2 Hour Small Group Adventure Whale Watch (Seasonal Dec-April) Eye-level whale encounters onboard our low-to-water small group adventure rafts! Native Hawaiian owned and voted TripAdvisors Traveler's Choice, we've been Maui’s original ocean rafting experience for more than 30 years. Our small group tours of 16 guests or less make for a fun, family style experience. Although whales are protected in Hawaii and we do not approach them closer than federal regulations, they often approach our small rafts for those up close and eye level whale encounters. Your 2 hour tour includes searching for active whales and stopping to watch them, a full narration of interesting whale and Maui facts by our marine naturalist, listening to whale songs on a hydrophone, water onboard and lots of photo ops! Whale encounters vary based on the wild animal's chosen behavior. Time of day does not affect whale activity. The Humpback Whale returns to the warm Hawaiian waters every year during the winter months of December through April for their mating and calving season. * Our 430/445pm tours whale watch until the sun sets.

Tour info

Duration

2 hours

Why take this tour?

Eye-level whale encounters onboard our low-to-water small group adventure rafts! Native Hawaiian owned and voted TripAdvisors Traveler's Choice, we've been Maui’s original ocean rafting experience for more than 30 years. Our small group tours of 16 guests or less make for a fun, family style experience. Although whales are protected in Hawaii and we do not approach them closer than federal regulations, they often approach our small rafts for those up close and eye level whale encounters.

What’s included?

Marine Naturalist Narration
Hydrophone to listen to whale songs
Bottled water
BYOB ( Plastic or cans only)

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 2h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

If anyone in your group is experiencing symptoms, we will work with you to cancel/refund or reschedule your tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Hawaii Ocean Rafting

About operator:

This trip will be the highlight of your vacation! See dolphins, coral reefs, sea turtles, tropical fish, and more on this eco snorkel adventure. Departing daily from Lahaina. Intimate snorkeling and whale watching tours. Climb aboard our ocean rafts and spend the day snorkeling the crystal clear waters surrounding the islands of Maui and Lana’i. We encounter the Spinner Dolphins quite often on our excursions. We’ll spend time interacting with them as they frolic in the water. Skip the over-crowded snorkeling tours that can only take you to the well-known spots. Instead, opt for an ocean rafting adventure where we go to the hidden spots so you can snorkel Maui's pristine waters. Continental breakfast, snack and cold drinks served throughout the day. Snorkel gear provided. Departs daily from slip #8 Lahaina Harbor. Whale Watching tours from December through April from Maui, Hawaii.