Classic Whale Watching | Maui

  Voted Hawaiʻi’s best Whale Watch in 2026 by USAToday!  |  100% of profits support Pacific Whale Foundation’s whale and ocean programs  •
  Voted Hawaiʻi’s best Whale Watch in 2026 by USAToday!  |  100% of profits support Pacific Whale Foundation’s whale and ocean programs  •
Ma’alaea
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  • watch-icon Morning, Afternoon
  • timer-icon 2 Hours
  • map-icon Maʻalaea Harbor

Tour Overview

This whale watch is led by Certified Marine Naturalists for fun and informative interpretation of humpback whale behaviors and characteristics. Watch mothers and calves interact, see males compete for females, hear underwater whale songs – every trip is unique.

Multiple departures daily from conveniently located Maʻalaea Harbor; an easy drive from Kihei, Wailea, Makena, Paia, Upcountry, Wailuku and Kahului. We offer more whale watching options than any operator on Maui, from sunrise to sunset, providing opportunities to witness these amazing giants of the sea on your schedule. PacWhale Eco-Adventures has made a commitment to improve your experience by drastically reducing our capacities on this experience down to only 67% of maximum carrying capacity.

Whale sightings are guaranteed or go again free on another whale watch of equal or lesser value within one year. We are proud of our 97% sighting success rate.

Children 4 and under are each free with paying adult.

Just a Fluke
Humpback whales are wild, and we never chase or crowd them to get a sighting. Our crew follows responsible viewing guidelines, so every encounter happens on the whales’ terms. If we don’t see a whale on your trip, our Just a Fluke program invites you back for a free whale watch of equal or lesser value, anytime within one year. To book, call 808-249-8811 or email [email protected].

If your original trip was a sunset or dinner cruise, your Just a Fluke return trip will be a Classic Whale Watch.

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
Check-in Time: 45 minutes prior to departure
Check-in Locations: Maʻalaea – Pacific Whale Foundation Ocean Store, Maʻalaea Harbor Shops, next to Maui Ocean Center.

Tour Includes

  • Underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs
  • Onboard Jr. Naturalist Program for kids
  • Our vessels are CASHLESS for purchases. Only credit, debit or digital payment methods with a QR code will be accepted for on board purchases. Cash will graciously be accepted for gratuities only. Mahalo.
  • Filtered water
  • Whale sightings guaranteed or go again free
  • Please wear flat or low-soled shoes

Also Available

  • Snacks and beverages for purchase, including soda, juice and alcoholic beverages.
  • Reef Safe Sunscreen – 4 oz. sunscreen in a fully sustainable tube made from sugarcane available for $17 onboard (25% discount).
  • Binocular rentals available while inventory lasts!

Safety Tips

  • Guests need to use hand railings and step carefully when entering and exiting vessel on gangway.
  • No standing up on benches or chairs.
  • No sitting on hand railings, tables, counters or chair backs.
  • No smoking or vaping of any substance.
  • No children on shoulders.
  • Always keep a free hand for a railing or other fixed part of the boat, never carry more than can be taken in one hand.
  • Stay hydrated.
  • Wear low or flat-soled shoes.

Membership Benefits

  • E-Newsletter with regular updates on PWF Research, Education, Conservation and Outreach programs.
  • Discounts and special access to events, including Members-only offers
  • Discounts on eco-friendly membership apparel and gifts in the PWF Online Store
  • Priority boarding on PacWhale Eco-Adventures vessels
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Adults

Age 13 & Over
$99.05
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$55.55
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