Whalewatch Sail from Lahaina
Recommended by 95% of travelers
Maui, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Maximize your chances of seeing humpback whales by embarking on a catamaran cruise from Lahaina Harbor. In the company of certified marine naturalists and marine biologists who provide insights into whale behavior, head out onto the water in search of the gentle giants. Snacks and drinks are available on board upon purchase.
- Naturalist-guides and marine biologists provide insight into whale behavior
- Choose from several departure times to suit your schedule
- Whale sightings guaranteed or you can take the tour again for free within a year
- Refuel with snacks and drinks, available to purchase onboard.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Fuel surcharge
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off services are not available.
- Snacks(available for purchase)
- Soda/Pop(available for purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 116 Prison St, Lahaina, HI 96761, USA
Meeting Area/Parking: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure at the start location. 116 Prison Street Lahaina, HI 96761
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Lahaina Harbor
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair accessible
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Service animals allowed
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
I was completely surprised to get seasick - I never have before. McKayla, a staff member, really helped me out! She told me where to stand on the boat, gave me ginger chews and water, and was generally nice to me. I was feeling kind of dumb about it and she was super great about it. And the whales! We got some great views.
Best part: Boat holds 49 people total, and counting crew there were only about 35 on our trip. It was uncrowded with great views for everyone. We saw both smaller and bigger boats while we were out, and it seemed like our choice was the very best possible size - more stable than the small ones (it was choppy) and lots better views and movement than the giant ones.
Reviews
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The tour was incredible. The information was great and the Captain was wonderful with the kids. The whale sittings were magical. A mom, baby and escort came over the to boat and mugged us for at least 10 minutes. Videos are even better than pics but I will share pics.
Excellent experience with a knowledgeable crew. Lots of information and incredible facts. Listening to the whales live was incredible!!!
See the whales was amazing, but hearing them took it to a whole new level. If you get the chance to take this trip-do it. You won’t be disappointed.
Great crew, great info! Happy to be part of the Whale protection initiative! Highly recommended! Thanks!
We loved the catamaran at the front sitting on the nets and watching the whales jumping right in front of us.
The crew was super fun and informative. We’d definitely do this again.
-Canadian family
Incredible views and some of the best whale watching in the world for Humpback whales when in season. The crew and naturalists on our cruise were so friendly and super knowledgeable. 10/10 will do again next time!
very nice crew and experience! saw some amazing whales and loved the commentary. overall a wonderful experience! would definitely do this again.
Response from Host, Apr 2021
Thank you so much for choosing to come out with us to see the amazing humpback whales. Even late in the season, we've seen some great action. We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and will look forward to having you out with us again.
We didn’t expect many whales given it was April but we did see some and the boat itself was enough to make the trip. Staff super friendly and informative. We saw dolphins, flying fish and two whale sightings
Response from Host, Apr 2021
Thank you so much for coming out with us whale watching. We're so appreciative of your feedback and glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience and appreciated our staff. We'll hope to see you out with us again in the future.
Traveling with 3 families we were a group of 15. Guide was patient and good with kids.
Saw a whale and got to play in the water looking fir fish and turtles!
Response from Host, Apr 2021
Thank you so much for your your wonderful feedback about the enjoyable whale watch experience your group had on Ocean Spirit. We thank you for your support and will hoep to have you out with us again.
Such enthusiasm from our all female crew! You can tell they love what they do. Great trip. Whales are definitely out there.
Response from Host, Mar 2021
Mahalo for cominug out with us whale watching and we're so glad you enjoyed the experience and had a great time. We appreciate your support and will hope to see you out with us again.
Exciting to be up close and personal with the whales. On came right up next to our boat. Boat was very clean, well organized and not too crowded. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend if in Maui.
Response from Host, Mar 2021
Thank you so much for ocming out with us to see the amazing humpback whales. We're so glad you enjoyed the experience and appreciate the recommendation. You stay safe and healthy and come back and se us on your next visit to Maui.
Awesome trip, saw lots of whales and learned a lot about them as well! Great crew, boat, very safety conscious.
Response from Host, Mar 2021
We are so glad you enjoyed your whale watch experience with us. We truly appreciate that you chose to ocme out with us and support our mission. You stay safe and healthy, and we'll hope to see you out with us again on your next visit to Maui.
This was our 5th trip with Pacific Whale Foundation and won’t be our last! The crew is professional and very knowledgeable. Looking forward to our next trip with this great organization.
Response from Host, Mar 2021
Thank you so much for coming out with us whale watching. We are so glad you enjoyed the experience and truly appreciate your ongoing support. You stay safe and healthy and we'll look forward to your next visit.
Awesome! So many whales, funny and knowledgeable guide (Desmond), great crew, beautiful day! They gave us assigned seats because of covid, but we were allowed to get up and walk around. Would sail with them again.
Response from Host, Mar 2021
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed seeing the amazing humpback whales that visit our waters every season. It's always a special experience to see these amazing giants of the sea and we thank you for deciding to share it with us. We'll hope to have you out with us again.
The trip was great. The crew was very informative and fun.
We learned a lot about Humpback whales and their migration habits and saw several groups of whales.
We watched a mom and baby for quite a while timing their dives and resurfacing.
We will do this trip again when we come back to Maui.
Response from Host, Mar 2021
We're so glad to hear that you had a great time with us witnessing the wonder of these amazing giants of the sea and gained a little knowledge about them along the way. We truly appreciate that you came out with us and will look forward to seeing you again on your next trip to Maui.
Loved this excursion! We got to see many whales, including a calf and it's Mom. The team was very knowledgeable and ensured we were all safe. Definitely recommend this experience.
Trip was amazing. The whales performed beautifully and the crew was very nice and helpful the whole trip.
OMG we saw so much! 50+ whales, One even breached and another rolled over right in front of us.
There were a lot of other whale watching boats, however most of them looked rather dismal. this group was very knowledgeable and professional!
I will start by saying I appreciate that they are non profit and work to to save our environment. The trip it myself was excellent great crew and boat, beautiful weather and numerous whale sightings! I wanted to book another the same evening. One warning give yourself time to find parking as you may have to walk a few blocks. You conveniently drop off passengers but someone will need to park the car.
I would highly recommend this team and this trip.
Staff was nice, informative and to top it off we seen several whales, calves and the male whales.
I would highly recommend.
Great crew and several whale sightings, including two occasions in which whales swam near and eventually under the boat. Tremendous experience!
I was completely surprised to get seasick - I never have before. McKayla, a staff member, really helped me out! She told me where to stand on the boat, gave me ginger chews and water, and was generally nice to me. I was feeling kind of dumb about it and she was super great about it. And the whales! We got some great views.
Best part: Boat holds 49 people total, and counting crew there were only about 35 on our trip. It was uncrowded with great views for everyone. We saw both smaller and bigger boats while we were out, and it seemed like our choice was the very best possible size - more stable than the small ones (it was choppy) and lots better views and movement than the giant ones.
This was early in the season for the whales so I was happy to see four. The skipper did a great job of finding them. The food was good and because I am not that steady on my feet it was carried up the stairs for me. The crew was very knowledgeable and they loved waiting on us and explaining anything we wanted to know about whales. I would do this trip again.
Awesome whale watch...saw lots of whales. Only thing they would have made this better is if they had put the sail up.
This tour was so much fun! Saw tons of whales. Big boat with lots of room to move around. Dan and all the staff aboard were super nice and knowledgeable.
Fantastic tour. There are cheaper whale watch excursions but this one is definitely worth every penny. Boat, guides and service were are all top notch! Recommend to all.
A great time was had! While the whales were not exactly co-operative we still managed to see about 6 or 7 sets of mums with their bubs! Very informative and fun at the same time. The boat was the right size and allowed everyone to get a good view! Would do again.
the boat was down so we ended up on a bigger boat so I was disappointed. I wanted to go out on the sail and have a more up close view. So was disappointed. wouldn't offer another trip on that boat made us go on the bigger boat which was fine, but just not the same experience.
Fantastic. Perfect weather knowledgeable guides ... and lots of whales!
We saw several pods of whales, lots of action. The Captain was always trying to follow the whales the guide was so informative and answered all questions with enthusiasm. The boat ride was fun and not too crowded so we old always get a good view.
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