Maui Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei

Overview

Enjoy a prime opportunity to see humpback whales as they migrate through Hawaiian waters from Alaska between December and May. Setting out from Kihei, cruise to an area off the southern end of Maui with one of Hawaii's highest whale populations. You’ll travel in a large, sturdy raft that provides a speedy ride so you can maximize your viewing time. Learn about the whales from informative commentary provided by an onboard naturalist on this tour limited to 20, a smaller group size than most whale tours.

City: Maui

Mon 05 May

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Starting at $84.14

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Mon 05 May

Starting at $84.14

Make a reservation

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What's Included

On-board marine naturalist.

NO Back or Neck Injuries or Pregnant Passengers Please

Guaranteed to see Whales

On-board hydrophone to listen to the whales.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 8 years
Not recommended for anyone with bad backs
Not recommended for anyone with neck injuries
Maximum recommended age is 65 due to adventurous nature of our tours

What To Expect

Redline Rafting

Make your way to the Kihei Boat Ramp 30 minutes prior to your departure for checkin. Parking is free.

Kihei

You'll be meeting at the Kihei boat ramp.

Wailea

Pass by Wailea beach while on your whale watch.

Keawakapu Beach

Pass by Keawakapu Beach while on your whale watch.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (581)

acp_traveller

Feb 2019

So many whales!!! I lost count. And better yet, we saw different types of behavior (baby whales breaching, male "competition" groups). Our guides, Chase and Katie, clearly love whales and these tours, and know what they're doing, so it was such a pleasure to be with them. If you are going in the winter, when there is "weather", I advise taking the first boat out - the waves get choppier as the day goes on. I went with my parents who are in their 70s and they were fine. I expressed some concern about the weather before we left, and Chase and Katie were very nice and reassuring. A couple tips - arrive 30 minutes before the boat departs (my confirmation email didn't mention this, but it is on the website); you will take your shoes off on the boat; we went at 7 am in February, and you definitely need a jacket or sweater; there will be some splashing but it doesn't last long.

thor171

Feb 2019

When we were last in Maui in December of 2017, my husband felt sick and wasn't able to "see the whales". We came back mainly for him to do this (among other reasons). This event is fabulous! Fun raft ride across the water, boat that's not crowded, and lots of "whale watching". Other reviewers are correct - great company and well-done excursion.

mamapapa49

Feb 2019

Our guys made the trip so much fun, but the stars were the whales. When we left the dock, the captain said it's not if we'll see whales but how many. We saw them breaching & flipping. There were spouts all over our path. We learned about why the whales come other fun facts. A wonderful trip!