Maui Boat Tours at a glance
- Our pick: Snorkeling from Kaanapali Beach: West Maui with whale watching, US$ 204 per person (4h, 4.89★ · 1,419).
- Top rated: Maui: Molokini Snorkel & Turtle Tour with Small Group, US$ 239 per person (5h, 4.99★ · 217).
- Best value: Maui Sunset Sail: Humpback Whales & Inter-Island Views, US$ 127 per person (2h, 4.93★ · 54).
Price per person across the 40 options priced per person: US$ 60–US$ 318 (median US$ 140). With 100+ reviews: 33 of 41.
Of the 41 options: 39 with live guides in English, 41 with free cancellation, 30 with instant confirmation, 34 kid-friendly, 1 private and 28 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 100 reviews.
Maui Boat Tours
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41 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Snorkeling from Kaanapali Beach: West Maui with whale watching Snorkel West Maui from Kaanapali Beach on a catamaran with breakfast, lunch and open bar. Spot humpback whales December through April and Hawaiian green. Every day · 08:30 · All ages ★ 4.89 (1,419 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 204 per person
Snorkeling Molokini Crater & Turtle Town from Maui Five-hour snorkeling adventure from Kihei with two reef sites, Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, and breakfast plus lunch included. Every day · 07:00 · From age 8 ★ 4.95 (1,653 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 199 per person
Maui Sunset Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach Board a catamaran at Ka'anapali Beach for a 2-hour sunset cruise with unlimited drinks, heavy appetizers and live music on select evenings. Every day · 16:30 · All ages ★ 4.84 (1,610 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 137 per person
Sunset Dinner Cruise Maui: Three-Course Meal Aboard Quicksilver Sail from Ma'alaea Harbor at sunset aboard the Quicksilver catamaran for a two-hour dinner cruise with a three-course meal, cocktails, and island music. Every day · 17:00 · All ages ★ 4.31 (845 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 140 per person
Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka'anapali Beach: Live music on select evenings Board a 65ft catamaran directly from Ka'anapali Beach for a 2.5-hour sunset cruise with chef-prepared dinner, open bar, and live music on select nights. Every day · 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.80 (1,076 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 180 per person
Maui: Molokini Crater & Turtle Town Snorkeling 3-Hour Early morning snorkeling at Molokini Crater and Turtle Town from Kihei. 3 hours, 19-guest max, gear and lunch included. Glass-calm water, 150ft visibility, green sea turtles. Every day · 07:00 · From age 5 ★ 4.87 (873 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 194 per person
Whale Watching Cruise Maui: Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach Whale watching cruise from Ka'anapali Beach on Maui with live naturalist guide, unlimited drinks and snacks included: spot humpback whales in the waters. Every day · 08:00, 11:00 and 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.78 (855 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 103 per person
Maui Sunset Cruise: Dinner, Cocktails & Hula Show on Catamaran Feel the ocean breeze on a Maui sunset cruise with dinner, open bar, and live hula. Includes cocktails, local food, and pickup for a relaxed evening at sea. Tue, Thu and Sat · 17:00 · All ages ★ 4.51 (773 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 168 per person
Maui Whale Watch from Lahaina: Small Group Raft Tours Small group whale watching from Lahaina with marine naturalist, hydrophone whale songs, and guaranteed sightings Dec–Apr. 1.5 or 2-hour tours from a low-profile raft. Every day · 10 start times, 06:30 to 16:50 · From age 3 ★ 4.89 (1,370 reviews) Duration: 1h 45m–2h 10m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 77 per person
Ma'alaea Harbor Whale Watching 2-Hour Marine Tour Two-hour whale watch from Ma'alaea Harbor led by certified Marine Naturalists with guaranteed sightings or your money back: listen to whale songs. Every day · 08:00, 10:30, 13:00 and 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.76 (587 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 100 per person
Molokini Crater Snorkel from Maui: 2-Hour Trip & Gear Molokini Crater snorkel trip from Maui with gear included, 15-min boat ride, max 14 passengers. Early 7am or 9:30am departures. Expert guides, 1+ hour in the water. Every day · 07:00 and 09:30 · From age 8 ★ 4.90 (968 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 99 per person
Molokini Crater Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor with Lunch Feel the salt breeze on a Molokini snorkeling tour from Maalaea Harbor, swim in a volcanic crater, spot marine life, and enjoy lunch with drinks included. Every day · 07:00 · All ages ★ 4.70 (864 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 213 per person
Maui Atlantis Submarine: 100 Feet Deep & Sunken Shipwreck Dive 100 feet below Maui's surface aboard a 46-passenger submarine. See stingrays, eels, parrotfish and the Carthaginian shipwreck reef with professional narration. Every day except Friday · 09:00, 11:00 and 13:00 · From age 3 ★ 4.79 (863 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 160 per person
Maui Whale Watching: Guaranteed Sightings by Raft from Kihei Humpback whale raft tours on Maui's south shore, December to May. Small groups with marine naturalist and hydrophone. Daily departures from Kihei with free parking. Every day · 07:00, 09:00 and 11:00 · From age 8 ★ 4.90 (696 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 100 per person
Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch from Ma'alaea Maui dinner cruise with 4-course meal, whale watching, and Mai Tais included. Departs Ma'alaea Harbor between Kihei and Lahaina. Small groups, live marine commentary. Every day · 15:30 and 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.65 (516 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 189 per person
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Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Luxury Catamaran Snorkel Snorkel Molokini Crater & swim with green sea turtles aboard ʻElua. Breakfast, lunch, open bar included. Small groups, 40+ years local expertise. Every day · 06:30 · From age 4 ★ 4.96 (661 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 318 per person
2-Hour Whale Watch from Lahaina Harbor, Maui: 30 years of trusted expertise Whale watching tour from Lahaina Harbor on Maui's west coast with expert captain and underwater hydrophone to hear humpback songs. Every day · 10:15 and 12:15 · All ages ★ 4.80 (235 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 70 per person
Maui Sunset Sail: Appetizers and Music Aboard Ocean Spirit Board the Ocean Spirit catamaran at Ma'alaea Harbor for a sunset cruise with pupus, two complimentary drinks and live island music. Every day except Tuesday · 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.58 (226 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 138 per person
Maui: Whale Watch Small Group & Dolphin Encounters Small-group whale watching off Lahaina with guaranteed sightings Dec-April. Max 12 guests, 2-hour raft tour, marine naturalist onboard, free return if no whales. Every day · 06:30, 08:50, 11:10, 13:40 and 16:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.86 (225 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 125 per person
Maui Molokini Crater Snorkel Sail & Buffet Lunch Feel the ocean breeze as you sail from Mā’alaea Harbor to Molokini Crater, snorkel with tropical fish, enjoy a buffet lunch, and relax with local crew. Every day · 07:30 · All ages ★ 4.85 (224 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 221 per person
Maui: Molokini Snorkel & Turtle Tour with Small Group Swim at Molokini Crater, spot turtles near Makena, and snack on banana bread. Includes gear, reef-safe sunscreen, and a relaxed small group vibe. Mon–Sat · 06:30 · From age 5 ★ 4.99 (217 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 239 per person
Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel, 3 Hours & Small Groups Small-group snorkel tour to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town on Maui. See sea turtles, snorkel equipment included, fruit and drinks provided. Daily departures. Every day · 07:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.86 (175 reviews) Duration: 3h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 216 per person
Maui: Ka'anapali Whale Watching by Raft-Style Boat Hear whale songs up close on Maui’s only Ka'anapali raft boat tour, with local crew, beach departure, and drinks included. Small group adventure with expert guides. Every day · 08:00, 10:30 and 14:00 · From age 5 ★ 4.92 (156 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 102 per person
Maui Sunset Whale Watch: Guaranteed Sightings & 360° Views Guaranteed humpback whale sightings on Maui's west coast at sunset. Small groups, newly remodeled boat, hydrophone to hear whales underwater. Departs Lahaina daily. Every day · 16:00 and 16:15 · From age 3 ★ 4.95 (150 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 106 per person
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Snorkeling Maui: Molokini Crater & Turtle Town with Sailing Snorkel Molokini Crater and Turtle Town on Maui with chef breakfast, full lunch and open bar aboard a 65-foot catamaran. Every day · 07:00 · All ages ★ 4.91 (138 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 269 per person
Maui: Molokini Crater Snorkeling with Gear & Refreshments Late-morning snorkeling at Molokini Crater on a 40-foot Zodiac with professional gear, tropical juices, and small groups under 19. 15-20 minute boat ride from Maui. Every day · 10:30 · Season until 14 Dec · Ages 6–60 ★ 4.66 (142 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 154 per person
Whale Watch Tour from Kaanapali Beach: 2-hour guaranteed sighting Whale watching tour departing directly from Kaanapali Beach with expert guide and money-back guarantee if whales aren't spotted. Every day · 07:00, 09:00 and 11:00 ★ 4.77 (106 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 129 per person
2 Hour Afternoon Lahaina Whale Watch: Guaranteed Sightings Two-hour whale watching tour from Maui's Lahaina with guaranteed humpback sightings, hydrophone to hear whales underwater. Every day · 13:30 and 14:00 · From age 3 ★ 4.99 (105 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 106 per person
Maui Whale Watching: Midday Tour from Mā’alaea Harbor Feel the thrill of Maui’s midday whale watching tour from Mā’alaea Harbor. Spot humpback whales, enjoy snacks & drinks, and sail with a local guide. Includes boarding info. Every day · 13:30 · All ages ★ 4.88 (104 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 110 per person
Maui: Kanaio Coast Sea Caves & Molokini Snorkel Tour Feel the rush of Maui’s wild Kanaio Coast, snorkel secret Molokini spots, and share laughs with local guides. Includes breakfast, lunch, and all gear. Every day · 07:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.86 (126 reviews) Duration: 5h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 249 per person
Maui Sunset Sail: Humpback Whales & Inter-Island Views Two-hour sunset sail on the 55-foot Akialoa catamaran from Mā'alaea Harbor with local appetizers, open bar, and whale watching December through March. Every day · 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.93 (54 reviews) Duration: 2h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 127 per person
Maui Whale Watching: 2-Hour Boat Tour & Guaranteed Sightings Whale watching tour from Maui's Mala Boat Ramp with guaranteed humpback sightings, hydrophone audio, and 360-degree views. Small groups, experienced captains. Every day · 08:50 and 09:20 · From age 3 ★ 4.99 (131 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
Maui: Whale Watching & Turtle Snorkel Tour with BBQ Lunch Feel the thrill of Maui whale watching and snorkel with turtles from a spacious yacht. Includes BBQ lunch, open bar, and gear. Family-friendly, with pickup options. Mon, Wed and Fri · 13:30 · Season until 30 Nov · All ages ★ 4.77 (131 reviews) Duration: 3h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 147 per person
Lahaina Sunrise Whale Watch Tour: Guaranteed Sightings Check in at Mala Boat Ramp before dawn for a 2-hour whale watch in Maui's marine sanctuary with an expert captain, hydrophone to hear whales underwater. Every day · 06:45 and 07:00 · From age 3 ★ 5.00 (77 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 106 per person
Paragon Sunset Sail Maui: 47' Catamaran from Lahaina Sail the 'au'au Channel at sunset aboard the Paragon, a 47-foot performance catamaran from Lahaina Harbor, with sparkling wine. Every day except Saturday · 16:15 · All ages ★ 4.90 (50 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 127 per person
Whale Watch Cruise from Ma'alaea Harbor: High-Speed Catamaran Whale watching cruise from Ma'alaea Harbor aboard the Malolo catamaran: hear whale songs through underwater hydrophones and watch breaches and tail slaps from the water. Every day · 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.48 (79 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 60 per person
Maui: Lana'i Snorkel & Dolphin Raft from Lahaina Snorkel Lana'i from Maui with dolphins (85% sightings), turtles & manta rays. 50-foot raft, 30 passengers max, gear included, sodas & water. Half-day from Lahaina Harbor. Every day · 08:00 · From age 5 ★ 4.88 (115 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 283 per person
Maui & Lanai: Whale Watch & Snorkel Small Group Tour Feel the ocean spray on a small group whale watch and snorkel tour from Maui to Lanai. Includes gear, local guide, marine research support, and snacks. Mon, Wed, Thu and Fri · 09:00 · From age 3 ★ 4.94 (90 reviews) Duration: 3h–4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 195 per person
Maalaea Sunset Powerboat Cruise: 42-Foot Boston Whaler Sunset cruise from Maalaea aboard Amore, a 42-foot Boston Whaler with six guests max. Relax on the bow lounger with light snacks and drinks while watching. Every day · 16:30 ★ 4.85 (20 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 279 per person
Snorkeling Molokini Crater Maui: Private Raft Charter Snorkel Molokini Crater and Coral Gardens on Maui's fastest luxury raft with a live English-speaking guide: reach the reef in record speed. Tue–Sat · 13:00 ★ 5.00 (21 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 2,867 per group
Maui: Molokini Crater 2-Tank Dive & Turtle Town Snorkel 2-tank scuba dive at Molokini Crater from Kihei with max 16 divers, gear included, plus Turtle Town stop. See manta rays and turtles. Every day · 06:15 · From age 10 ★ 4.90 (10 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 239 per person
The top 12 of 41 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snorkeling from Kaanapali Beach: West Maui with whale watchingOur pick | US$ 204 per person | 4h | 4.89★ · 1,419 | Every day · 08:30 | English |
| Maui: Molokini Snorkel & Turtle Tour with Small GroupTop rated | US$ 239 per person | 5h | 4.99★ · 217 | Mon–Sat · 06:30 | English |
| Maui Sunset Sail: Humpback Whales & Inter-Island ViewsBest value | US$ 127 per person | 2h | 4.93★ · 54 | Every day · 16:00 | — |
| Snorkeling Molokini Crater & Turtle Town from Maui | US$ 199 per person | 5h | 4.95★ · 1,653 | Every day · 07:00 | English |
| Maui Sunset Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach | US$ 137 per person | 2h | 4.84★ · 1,610 | Every day · 16:30 | English |
| Sunset Dinner Cruise Maui: Three-Course Meal Aboard Quicksilver | US$ 140 per person | 2h | 4.31★ · 845 | Every day · 17:00 | English |
| Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka'anapali Beach: Live music on select evenings | US$ 180 per person | 2h 30m | 4.80★ · 1,076 | Every day · 16:00 | English |
| Maui: Molokini Crater & Turtle Town Snorkeling 3-Hour | US$ 194 per person | 3h | 4.87★ · 873 | Every day · 07:00 | English |
| Whale Watching Cruise Maui: Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach | US$ 103 per person | 2h | 4.78★ · 855 | Every day · 08:00, 11:00 and 14:00 | English |
| Maui Sunset Cruise: Dinner, Cocktails & Hula Show on Catamaran | US$ 168 per person | 2h | 4.51★ · 773 | Tue, Thu and Sat · 17:00 | English |
| Maui Whale Watch from Lahaina: Small Group Raft Tours | US$ 77 per person | 1h 45m–2h 10m | 4.89★ · 1,370 | Every day · 10 start times, 06:30 to 16:50 | English |
| Ma'alaea Harbor Whale Watching 2-Hour Marine Tour | US$ 100 per person | 2h | 4.76★ · 587 | Every day · 08:00, 10:30, 13:00 and 14:00 | English |
By what you need
- Private (1): Snorkeling Molokini Crater Maui: Private Raft Charter (US$ 2,867 per group)
- Small groups (up to 15) (3): Maui: Whale Watch Small Group & Dolphin Encounters (US$ 125 per person) · Maalaea Sunset Powerboat Cruise: 42-Foot Boston Whaler (US$ 279 per person) · Maui: Molokini Crater 2-Tank Dive & Turtle Town Snorkel (US$ 239 per person)
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