Whale Watching | Maui

Trust the Experts

Join our Certified Marine Naturalists for Maui’s most educational and engaging whale watch experience. Backed by nearly 45 years of whale research and ocean conservation, PacWhale Eco-Adventures offers the island’s top-rated whale watch with the most daily departures on Maui.

Whale Watch Season is Here!

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Reserve Your Spot for Whale Season

 

Whale Watch Cruises Available November 2025 – April 2026. Book now for best availability!

 


 

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Classic Whale Watch

Classic Whale Watch with the experts on Maui's top-rated ecotour and see these amazing creatures in their natural wild habitat.

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  • timer-icon 2 Hours
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$84.19 $99.05
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Small group whale watching
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SMALL GROUP WHALE WATCH

Experience Maui's top-rated whale watch aboard a small group vessel with an ideal format for viewing the whales.

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  • timer-icon 2 Hours
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$110.46 $129.95
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Sounds of the Ocean Whale Watch Sail
2026 Whale Season Special

Sounds of the Ocean Whale Watch Sail

Step aboard our newest adventure and experience whale watching like never before. On this special cruise, you’ll not only see humpback whales in their natural habitat — you’ll get to hear them too. Led in part by the award-winning immersive experience, Sounds of the Ocean!

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  • timer-icon 2 Hours
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$144.46 $169.95
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Sunset Dinner & Whale Watch
Starting 12/15/25

Sunset Dinner & Whale Watch

Enjoy our award winning Sunset Dinner Cruise with an extra hour included for whale watching. This cruise runs during Whale Season (December - April). Our normal Dinner Cruise is available for all other months.

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  • timer-icon 3 Hours
  • meal-icon 4-Course
  • glass-icon 2 Cocktails
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$161.46 $189.95
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Sunset Cocktail & Whale Watch Sail
Begins November 15

Sunset Cocktail & Whale Watch Sail

A sunset cocktail cruise for all ages with tantalizing pupu (appetizers) while whale watching against the backdrop of a stunning sunset over the Pacific Ocean.

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  • timer-icon 2 hours
  • meal-icon Appetizers
  • glass-icon 2 Cocktails
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$104.97 $149.95
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Maui Snorkel & Sunset Whale Watch Sail
Family Favorite

Maui Snorkel & Sunset Whale Watch Sail

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime family adventure, where sun, sea, and stunning sunsets come together for the perfect day on the water! From the thrill of whale watching to snorkeling in crystal-clear waters or simply soaking in the breathtaking views, there’s something unforgettable for everyone to enjoy.

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  • timer-icon 4 Hours
  • map-icon Best Daily Location
  • meal-icon 1 Meal
  • sailboat-icon Sail
  • glass-icon 2 Cocktails
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$135.96 $159.95
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Whale Watch Sail

Whale Watch Sail

A Maui whale watch sail guided by certified marine naturalists, offering expert insight into humpback whales and supporting ocean conservation, research, and education programs.

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  • timer-icon 2 Hours
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$101.96 $119.95
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Whale Watch Sail Deluxe

Whale Watch Sail Deluxe

Enjoy a deluxe 2.5-hour whale watch plus a delicious lunch onboard our state-of-the-art luxury sailing vessel, Ocean Spirit.

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  • timer-icon 2.5 Hours
  • meal-icon Lunch
  • glass-icon 2 Cocktails
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$104.97 $149.95
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Ultimate Experience

Exclusive Whale Watch With The Experts

This unique adventure includes a 2.5-hour whale watch with our Certified Marine Naturalist onboard and offers the perfect small group platform for whale watching and photography.

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  • timer-icon 2.5 Hours
  • meal-icon Breakfast
  • glass-icon 2 Cocktails
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$135.96 $159.95
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Frequently Asked Questions

When Is Maui Whale Watching Season?

Whale watching season in Maui is November-May with peak season typically running between mid-January and March.

At Pacific Whale Foundation, our whale watching season officially kicks off in early November with our Welcome Home the Whales cruise. But on occasion, we will have our first whale sighting as early as October or even late September. The beauty of whale watching in Maui is you can always expect the unexpected. On any given day, whether it’s in October or April, the Hawaiian Islands can surprise you with endangered false killer whale sightings, humpback whale sightings and everything in between.

Which Hawaiian Island Is the Best For Whale Watching?

Humpback whales tend to gravitate towards warm, temperate waters in the tropics and subtropics during the winter breeding season. These whales can be found in the open ocean and closer to shore throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Although humpback whales can be seen from all of the Hawaiian Islands, the shallow ‘Au‘au Channel between Maui, Moloka‘i and Lānaʻi is one of the best whale-watching destinations in the world.

Places such as  Maʻalaea and Honolua Bay are among Maui’s best spots for great whale watching.

What Kind of Whales are in Maui?

Humpback whales are by and large the most common type of whale you’ll see in Maui. However, there are also several other species found in the surrounding area, including melon-headed, short-finned pilot, pygmy, and endangered false killer whales. Our expert marine naturalists will help you identify exactly what kind of whales you come across during your cruise.

Based on our genetic and photographic research, there are three populations of false killer whales surrounding the Hawaiian Islands: the main Hawaiian Islands insular population, the northwestern Hawaiian Islands insular population, and an offshore/open-ocean population. The Main Hawaiian Islands (MHI) insular population is endangered and in dire straits, with a population of less than 200, making the species a top research and education priority for Pacific Whale Foundation.

Explore our Live Whale & Dolphin Sightings Map to see what kinds of whales are in Maui as we speak.