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Maui Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver From Maalaea

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Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina

Small group family style Whale Watching tour on eco-rafts in Maui.

Set sail into one of the world’s most active winter whale playgrounds on a whale-watching tour from Maui’s Ka’anapali Beach. With the help of a naturalist guide, look for pods of humpback whales making their winter home in Maui’s warm waters. Get comfortable aboard a spacious catamaran with plenty of seating—including bean bags on open nets that get you close to the action. Then, enjoy unlimited drinks from an open bar as you cruise alongside spectacular marine mammals.

(2,770)

from $85

Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach

Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach

4.8

(855)

from $103

Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina

This friendly whale approached our little raft! We don't permit touching the whales and do not approach the whales closer than 100 yards.

1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

Luxury Catamaran Whale Watch

(1,370)

from $77

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Maui Eco-Raft: 2 Hour Dolphin Watch Sightsee Tour (Semi-Private)

Spinner dolphins can be found in pods as they are very social mammals!

(100)

from $97

Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina

Price varies by group size

(735)

from $81

Experience the magic of whale watching off the coast of Maui with this incredible tour from Ma'alaea Harbor. Spend two-hours cruising the waters with a team of certified marine naturalists and listen in as they unlock the secretes of humpback whales. You'll have the chance to hear whale songs through underwater hydrophones and learn about interactions between these giant marine mammals. Travelers are guaranteed to see whales on this is a once-in-a-lifetime tour or the next trip is free.

Whale Watching from Ma'alaea Harbor

Our boat is really what sets us apart from other companies- we have a fast, fun and comfortable boat where everyone gets a cushioned seat, open viewing of the whales, onboard bathroom, lots of shade, and strong engines to help us maximize our time with the whales during your tour. Knowledgeable captains and crew who have worked among the whales for years will share whale facts and answer your questions. It's a great photo opportunity and most people who do it come back for more!

4.8

(585)

from $100

WHALES GUARANTEED Maui Whale Watching Makai Adventures

WHALES GUARANTEED Maui Whale Watching Makai Adventures

Explore the vibrant underwater world on a 3-hour Turtle Town Tour in Kihei, where you can snorkel with the endangered Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles. Begin your adventure with a brief coastal cruise to Pu’u Olai, savor local banana bread and Hawaiian coffee, and enjoy personalized snorkeling instruction from an expert crew. This tour offers a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for families and first-timers looking to experience the joys of ocean snorkeling without the crowds. With a maximum of 20 passengers, you’ll have ample opportunities to swim and explore at exclusive snorkel spots. - 3-hour guided snorkeling tour with local expert crew - Includes Hawaiian coffee, local banana bread, and snacks - Maximum of 20 passengers for a personalized experience - FREE photos to capture your underwater memories

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from $109

We get you in close to the wildlife in places you can reach by car.

3 Hour Turtle Town Snorkel and Whale Watch Tour in Kihei

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(15)

from $159

Price varies by group size

Ultimate 4 Hour Lanai Snorkel and Dolphin Encounter

4 hoursFree Cancellation

(952)

from $175

Skip the 150-person cruises and go whale-watching on an intimate vessel—better for you, better for the whales. Depart from Ka'anapali Beach at 2435 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, and enjoy Hawaiian views and talks from the onboard animal behaviorist until the splashing and spouting distract your eye. Going out in both calm and choppy waters, with any luck, you’ll get up close and personal with these titanic-hearted creatures.

Whale Watching Experience

2 Hour Prime Time Maui Whale Watching

(156)

from $102

Luxury Maui to Lanai Snorkel Sail w/ Breakfast, Lunch & Open Bar

(131)

from $100

Sail along the stunning West Maui coastline on an intimate dolphin watch that combines adventure with conservation. Encounter playful bottlenose, spinner, and pantropical spotted dolphins in their natural habitat while guided by certified marine naturalists. Understand the behaviors and environment of these incredible creatures as you relax on board, enjoying spacious seating, shaded cabins, and breathtaking views. Savor a locally sourced lunch paired with refreshing craft cocktails, beer, and wine—all while supporting ocean conservation efforts. This memorable experience is perfect for families and anyone looking to connect with nature. - Encounter dolphins in their natural habitat with expert guidance - Enjoy a locally sourced lunch and two adult beverages for guests 21+ - Small-group setting ensures comfort and personalized attention - Support ocean conservation initiatives with every ticket purchased

(55)

from $216

West Maui Dolphin Watch Small-Group Sailing Adventure

West Maui Dolphin Watch Small-Group Sailing Adventure

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

from $116

Lahaina Maui Sea Turtle Snorkel Sail Adventure w/Lunch & Open Bar

Join us for an unforgettable West Maui Snorkel & Sail adventure! Departing from Maalaea Harbor, we’ll explore the coastline, stopping at the day’s best snorkeling spots to discover vibrant coral reefs, sea turtles, and diverse marine life. After a thrilling underwater experience, enjoy a delicious deli-style lunch and drinks. With stunning views and a relaxing sail, this excursion offers the perfect mix of adventure, nature, and relaxation.

Lahaina Maui Sea Turtle Snorkel Sail Adventure w/Lunch & Open Bar

2-Hour Oahu Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki

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from $163

Increase your chances of seeing humpbacks as they travel through Maui’s warm waters on a whale-watching excursion that gets you closer to the majestic beasts than possible on shore. Hop aboard a sturdy raft in Kihei with an expert naturalist as your guide, and jet to the southern coastline, which hosts one of the highest whale populations in Hawaii. Your guide provides commentary about these fascinating creatures along the way.

(1,999)

from $50

Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei, Maui

Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei, Maui

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The offshore crater of Molokini has some of the best snorkeling spots in Maui—if you can reach them. Thankfully, this half-day snorkeling tour heads straight for Molokini and Turtle Town nearby on a 53-foot (16 meters) Lani Kai II boat with a 20-foot (6 meters) waterslide. Visit two snorkeling locations, get the chance to spot whales, and enjoy onboard breakfast and lunch. Whales sightings are seasonal in nature, from November through April.

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from $100

Snorkel at the Molokini Crater Marine Life Conservation Area (accessible only by boat)

Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure

4.8

(718)

from $197

Kaanapali Beach Parasailing: Soar Above Maui’s Stunning Coastline

1 hourFree Cancellation

(70)

from $79

Step aboard 'Amore', your private charter and discover Maui’s coastline in comfort and style. Designed for versatility, this premium vessel offers an expansive bow with seating that invites you to relax in the open air, a beautifully designed convertible helm and cockpit area ideal for socializing, and a gracious, well-equipped cabin complete with an enclosed head for convenience. With room for up to six guests, you’ll enjoy a truly intimate and customizable outing. Your journey can be as active or as leisurely as you choose. Snorkel at vibrant reefs, cruise along the dramatic cliffs and hidden coves of Maui’s southern and western shores, or simply soak in the views. You might even spot dolphins or migrating humpback whales. Every angle from the deck reveals another postcard-worthy scene. This private Boston Whaler charter combines luxury, flexibility, and adventure into one unforgettable Maui experience.

Maui Intimate Luxury Powerboat Private Charter

Maui Intimate Luxury Powerboat Private Charter

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $1,795

Per group

Check out the volcanic Molokini Crater and the reefs around it on this group snorkel and whale watching adventure from Kihei. Your captain and crew take care of logistics, like finding the best snorkel spots, all your gear, refreshments, and your speedboat. See how many stingrays, starfish, and other wildlife you can spot underwater, and between December 15 and March 30, keep your eyes peeled for migrating whales.

A protected marine sanctuary with crystal-clear visibility.
Depth ranging from 10 to 70 feet (3 to 21 meters), catering to both beginners and experienced snorkelers.

Molokini Crater Snorkeling Trip 2-Hour 10:30am Start

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Maui Mid Day Magic Whale Watch

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from $149

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Maui Magic Adventure Snorkel: Molokini Crater and Turtle Stop

Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina

4.7

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from $224

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Alesha_G, Jul 2026

Dolphins, Sea Turtles, and Snacks!

My husband was working so I went solo and enjoyed meeting other people on the boat! We saw sea turtles within the first 5 minutes of the boat ride and dolphins within the first 15 minutes. It was amazing to see the dolphins up close and hear so many facts about them from our guide. The boat traveled a long distance so we got close to other islands and learned a lot about Hawaiian history and culture. The guides took my picture several times, which was kind of them! We had chips, watermelon, and cookies for snacks, which was delicious! I plan to take my husband and kids on our next visit!

Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

jennifer_k, Jul 2026

Fantastic!!!

Fantastic! Beautiful cruise out to the first stop. Lots of communication about expectation and equipment. Really nice breakfast with fruit and pastries. Water is absolutely beautiful!! First stop we saw lots of fish. When we boarded they had veggies and hummus out. Short ride over to second stop. The coral was beautiful! Fewer fishes and no turtles but great stop. When we boarded they had sandwiches, veggies, hummus, and chips set out. Plenty of food. They even asked if we wanted a sandwich to take with us. The crew was wonderful!! Steep nice and helpful. My daughter became a little seasick (from swallowing sea water) and they helped her tremendously. A little choppy on the way back due to winds but they did everything to make the ride as smooth as possible. I would highly recommend!

Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma'alaea Harbor to Molokini

mary_c, Jul 2026

Amazing Experience

We had a great time yesterday. The boat is large and clean with 3 levels. We sat on the top level and it has comfortable seats with cup holders. The breakfast, veggie snacks and lunch provided are all amazing. The crew is very friendly. The first stop at the crater was amazing snorkeling so many different colored fish. The second stop at Turtle town has way less fish. Not everyone will see turtles but we were lucky and saw 4 near the rocky shore. The turtles were eating off the rocks. Highly recommend this tour. The Calaypso was a nice boat and great experience.

Outrageous Surf ScHool Lesson on Lahaina Side

Ross_S, Jul 2026

We surfed over and over and over again

First, Incredible experience. However, be ready to flex. We were originally scheduled for Tuesday at 10 but I got a call right as we were leaving to reschedule because of 50 mph winds. 😬 We ended up moving it to the next day at 8am and then later that day, it got moved to 7:30am. There’s a reason for that. Scott and his team wanted to make sure that we got the best waves near low tide. And we did. Scott instructed me and my 3 boys, one of which is a 270 lb lineman. Only my two younger ones had surfed before but Scott had us up after the first two or three waves. And he knew exactly where to be. We had barely paddled back out there to him before we were back on the board surfing again while others were just laying on their boards. Scott had us cycling over and over and over again. We were probably up on our board around 15 times in the hour and a half we were out there. We literally stopped because we were so tired. And Scott has the right boards for big guys like me and my son. If you’re 215 and above, you need to book with them. Final note: make sure you have a rash guard and not a swim shirt. He may have had some available for us, but we did not realize there was a difference between a swim shirt and a rash guard. My kids got lit up. We had a great experience and it was good to go with a guy that’s been around for 2 decades. He knows the waves here.

Maui: Turtle Reef Morning Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & Lunch

Jo_S, Jun 2026

My kids' first...

My kids' first snorkelling experience was great and I'm glad we went with Quicksilver Maui! All the staff were friendly and helpful. Of course, travelling with kids, the fact that this excursion provided snacks and lunch made it all the more better and they even had quite a selection of drinks! I'm glad we got to see several fishes, turtles, and a family of dolphins along with the snorkelling itself- this made for a great experience!

West Maui Half Day Snorkel from Ka’anapali Beach

Becca_R, Jun 2026

Can’t go wrong with Sea Maui!

Travis and his crew were awesome and were wonderful hosts. For a half day morning excursion we went to the Honolua reserve and then also to the cliff house bay by the four seasons at Kapalua. Lots of fish and turtles. Good breakfast and lunch too. This is a small family-owned business with only two boats, so very much with supporting. Highly highly recommend!!!

Ultimate 4 Hour Lanai Snorkel and Dolphin Encounter

Julie_R, Jun 2026

This was a well...

This was a well organized, safe, enjoyable experience. Not only do you get an awesome day snorkeling, seeing sea turtles, dolphins but so much information from knowledgeable captains/ marine biologists. My family and I walked away from this experience with such a great appreciation and understanding of our beautiful ocean and marine life. Chad and Casey are so fun and I would take this trip again and again! I highly recommend it to anyone!

Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

Drew_S, Jun 2026

Great experience for families

We had a great experience! Everything was very streamlined. We took our three kids who are 6, 8 and 10 and they had a blast! They had several different flotation devices to choose from - life jackets, float belts, kick boards and the sea board, which my 6 year old LOVED. The underwater viewing area on the boat and the slide were big hits with our family as well. We all really enjoyed the food, and the adults enjoyed a few drinks on the way back. The underwater photos were a nice touch and I did end up purchasing the photos that were taken of our family in the water and on the boat. On our way back we encountered a pod of spinner dolphins which was so cool to see! I highly recommend this tour and would do it again.

Maui Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver From Maalaea

Karyn_C, May 2026

Whale watching

It was really great; the crew was very knowledgeable and explained the different whales we were seeing. was able to take us to the exact spots for some great sightings. I would do this tour again; we were at the end of whale season so do recommend doing it earlier in the year to see more whales.

Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina

Raina_G, May 2026

Bucket list

This is one of my bucket list things to do. The guides were amazing, and we got to hear the whales under water and then they found us a momma and calf which folks don't get to see as often. We didn't get to see any come out of the water up close, but we get see some in the distance. It is something I would 10000% suggest someone doing and this company was the best!

2-Hour Oahu Whale Watch from Ala Wai Harbor, Waikiki

Anthony_P, May 2026

Saw a sea turtle

The whale watch was great. Unfortunately, we did not see any whales or dolphins, not the crew’s lack of trying. One issue that caused some confusion, our 12:15 trip was cancelled without our knowledge. We found out when we called for directions. Luckily we were close enough to the dock that we made the 09:15 trip. We were never advised of the 12:15 cancellation. Don’t know who should have told us. All and all a great day.

Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach

AnaCarolina_B, Feb 2026

Yes! Crew, drinks and whales all along

We had a great experience- from check in to “check out”. Lots of dolphins and several fins showed up along our 2 hours. Highlight goes to “mom and baby” navigating along the catamarano - I understand it is not a typical appearance and I just wanted to show our love to our beautiful nature. The crew was super friendly and the drinks kept coming as my partner and I take “5pm o clock somewhere pretty seriously “ lol - super recommend- enjoy it!