If you’re looking for the best whale watching experience on Maui, you’ve come to the right place. Maui is one of the best places to watch whales and there are plenty of boats that offer whale watching tours, but ours is known as the favorite by locals and return visitors. Whether you’re an experienced whale watcher or a first-timer, our Maui whale watch tour offers something for everyone. Read on to learn more about our top whale watching boats in Maui!
Watch this high-definition video for a look at what could be the best day of your vacation. See Dolphins all year and Whales during the winter months! Every seat is a front-row seat and with water-level viewing, encounters are up close and personal on our explorer super raft!
Best Months For A Maui Whale Watch
June through August
Rating: Abysmal
No whale watches on Maui operate during this time. Humpback whales pack up and head to Alaska during the summer months.
September through November
Rating: Poor
A few early birds start to trickle in around this time, but no whale tours are running yet. In 2022, the first whale showed up on September 14th, very early! But we can’t blame them for wanting to get a headstart on their Maui getaway.
December
Rating: Good
By December, there are enough whales for whale watches to start up again. Your chances of seeing at least a few whales on a Maui whale watch are high. But there are still more on the way. We start running our Whale Watch Adventure tours in December. You’re guaranteed to see a whale with us!
January through March
Rating: Excellent
By January, almost all of the migrating whales have arrived. January through March is a whale bonanza, especially off Lahaina, where we run our tours! Good luck not seeing a whale during this time. They’re simply everywhere. The probability of seeing baby humpbacks during these months is also high.
April
Rating: Good
Some whales have already started their migration back to Alaska in April. But there are still plenty hanging out in the waters off Maui— especially mothers with young calves. You will definitely see whales on a whale watch in April, but it might not be as frenzied as January through March. We hold our final tour on April 15th and bid adieu to our humongous friends until next winter.
May
Rating: Average to Poor
In early May, you can still spot some stragglers. A few whale watches are still operating here and there. By late May, virtually all of the whales have started migrating back to Alaska.
If you’re looking for something a little more adventurous than just spotting whales, then Maui Adventure Cruises is perfect for you. Not only do we offer regular whale watching tours, but we also offer snorkeling trips along West Maui and Lanai, and private charters. Plus, we have experienced captains and crew members who are always willing to help out when it comes to making sure everyone has an enjoyable experience aboard their vessels.
No matter what type of whale watching experience you’re looking for – whether it’s learning about marine life or having a fun adventure – our boats in Maui will accommodate your needs! With so many options available, keep in mind our budget friendly trips and then sit back, relax, and enjoy being surrounded by these magnificent creatures!
