7 Whale and Dolphin Watching Sails in Maui Worth Booking

1.Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 979 reviews · 2 hours · from $49Our pick

Cruise Maalaea Bay with Quicksilver Charters from December through April. Your captain and crew explain whale behavior while you watch for breaches, tail slaps, spy-hops, mothers, and calves. The double-deck catamaran has open and shaded seating, restrooms, drinks, and underwater hydrophones.

“The tour was wonderful! We saw so many whales. Worth the $$. Dave was amazing and super attentive. The Captain (forgot his name but an Aussie and fr New Zealand) was very informative and the perfect host. There was a 3rd gentleman on the tour who was at the bar. Also, great!”

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2.Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 477 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $263Top rated

Spend about five hours aboard Pride of Maui’s modern yacht with Captain Justin and crew. Snorkel at Molokini and Turtle Town when conditions allow, then enjoy breakfast, a grilled lunch, warm showers, and an open bar. The boat welcomes ages 8 and up and carries no more than 40 people.

“Awesome boat and crew, but cancelled 2 days in a row due to bad weather. On third day we finally went but never went to Molokini crater or turtle town due to wind and water conditions. Snorkeling was below average in a protected cove along shore.”

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3.Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Sail from Maalaea aboard Winona, Maui’s Hawaiian-built catamaran, for about 2.5 hours of humpback watching from December through March. Captains Sam or Spencer and crew members such as Megan share whale facts, serve snacks and drinks, and use underwater microphones to let you hear whale songs.

“Excellent trip that fulfilled a bucket list item! The crew was incredible. Extremely knowledgeable and patient with questions. They provided excellent insight to the marine life of Maui.”

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4.Turtles & Tacos Luxury Catamaran Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $199

Sail from Maalaea Harbor on a spacious Ali’i Nui catamaran for roughly three hours of turtle snorkeling, tacos, margaritas, and local beer. Captains such as Bre, Josh, and Tim have earned praise for calm, attentive service. Gear, reef-safe sunscreen, showers, and shaded seating are included.

“Great crew, very clean boat, great lunch. The trip was fun and we saw turtles, fish, and whales. Overall a fun three hour trip.”

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5.Ka’anapali Whale Watching Cruise on Luxury Sailboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 89 reviews · from $108

Leave Ka’anapali Beach by luxury catamaran for two hours of whale watching with a marine naturalist. You’ll hear live whale calls through an underwater hydrophone, scan for mothers and calves, and enjoy snacks, Kona coffee, tropical juices, soft drinks, and Pogmosas.

“Had some amazing whale sightings and the naturalist was very informative. The crew did a great job with the beach loading and unloading making sure we didn’t get hit by the waves.”

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6.Deluxe Whale Watch Sail & Lunch from Ma`alaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 3 hours · from $137

Set sail from Maalaea Harbor for 2.5 hours of humpback whale watching with a Marine Naturalist, underwater hydrophone, lunch, and drinks. You may see mothers with calves, hear whale songs, and join the Jr. Naturalist Program. Whale sightings are guaranteed or you can return within one year.

“The trip was fantastic, we saw many whales and the crew was very knowledgeable. A wonderful Maui experience, we highly recommend it!”

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7.Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 26 reviews · 2 hours · from $69

Spend two hours aboard the Winona, a small Hawaiian catamaran sailing from Maalaea. A marine biologist explains humpback behavior while hydrophones let you hear whale songs. Soft drinks, juice, water, music, restrooms, and two adult beverages for ages 21 and up are included.

“Everything was amazing ! The crew was perfect and nothing negative to say about that experience !! Thanks to everyone.”

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