Whale Watching Tours in Maui at a glance
- Our pick: Maui: Eye-Level Whale & Dolphin Watching Zodiac Raft Tour, US$ 85 per person (2h, 4.88★ · 2,867).
- Top rated: Lahaina Sunrise Whale Watch Tour: Guaranteed Sightings, US$ 106 per person (2h, 5.00★ · 77).
- Best value: Maui Whale Watching: 2-Hour Catamaran & Hydrophone, US$ 60 per person (2h, 4.61★ · 1,670).
Price per person across the 27 options priced per person: US$ 60–US$ 420 (median US$ 106). With 100+ reviews: 21 of 27.
Of the 27 options: 27 with live guides in English, 27 with free cancellation, 23 with instant confirmation, 25 kid-friendly, 2 private and 22 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. Price per person. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 50 reviews.
Whale Watching Tours in Maui
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27 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Maui: Eye-Level Whale & Dolphin Watching Zodiac Raft Tour Hawaiian-owned zodiac raft tours with humpback whales (winter) or dolphins (summer). Small groups, naturalist narration, hydrophone whale songs. Lahaina departures. Every day · 15 start times, 07:00 to 17:00 · From age 3 ★ 4.88 (2,867 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 85 per person
Maui Whale Watching: 2-Hour Catamaran & Hydrophone Humpback whales breach and slap their flukes off Maui's coast December–April. Two-hour catamaran tour from Ma'alaea with professional guide, hydrophone audio, drinks included. Every day · 08:00 and 10:30 · All ages ★ 4.61 (1,670 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 60 per person
Maui Whale Watching Tour: Humpback Whales Guaranteed Two-hour Maui whale watching tour with guaranteed sightings, cushioned seats and open viewing on a fast boat piloted by captains who know the whales. Every day · 06:45, 09:00, 11:15, 13:45 and 16:00 · All ages ★ 4.92 (1,183 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 87 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
Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina Small group whale watching tour from Lahaina with a marine naturalist guide, hydrophone to hear whale songs. Every day · 06:45, 09:00, 11:45, 13:30 and 15:45 · From age 3 ★ 4.93 (735 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 81 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
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 & Lanai: Small Group Snorkel, Dolphins & Whale Watching Feel the ocean breeze on a Maui to Lanai snorkel tour with dolphins, turtles, and whale watching in season. Includes gear, snacks, drinks, and local guides. Mon, Wed and Fri · 09:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.89 (972 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 175 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 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
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
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
Molokini Crater Snorkel & Whale Watch Maui: 2.5-Hour Zodiac Tour Molokini Crater snorkel and whale watching combo from Kihei. 2.5 hours on a 40-ft Zodiac with gear, wetsuit, snacks included. Seasonal whale sightings. Every day · 10:30 · From age 5 ★ 4.85 (206 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 161 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
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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 Whale Watch Tour: Super Raft, up close humpback views Tue–Sat · 13:00, 15:00 and 15:15 · From age 4 ★ 4.90 (155 reviews) Duration: 1h 45m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 95 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
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 & 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
Maui Whale Watching: Humpback Whales on Luxury Catamaran Watch humpback whales breach and play from a 65-foot catamaran off Maui, December through April. Every day · 08:00 and 13:00 · All ages ★ 4.91 (89 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
Compare 3 more options for Whale Watching Tours in Maui
From US$ 106 per person · 1 h to 2 h
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
Maui Whale Watching Air Tour: Private Cabin, 2-5 People Fly over Maui's humpback whales in a private metal airplane with panoramic windows during whale season (Dec 15–Apr 15). Every day · Every 1 h, 09:00 to 15:00 ★ 5.00 (63 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 420 per person
Maui Private Paddleboard Whale Watch: All Skill Levels Paddle among humpback whales on Maui's Wailea-Makena coastline with a private guide who customizes the pace to your group's abilities. Beginners welcome. Every day · 06:45 and 07:15 · From age 5 ★ 4.89 (9 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 189 per person
The top 12 of 27 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maui: Eye-Level Whale & Dolphin Watching Zodiac Raft TourOur pick | US$ 85 per person | 2h | 4.88★ · 2,867 | Every day · 15 start times, 07:00 to 17:00 | English |
| Lahaina Sunrise Whale Watch Tour: Guaranteed SightingsTop rated | US$ 106 per person | 2h | 5.00★ · 77 | Every day · 06:45 and 07:00 | English |
| Maui Whale Watching: 2-Hour Catamaran & HydrophoneBest value | US$ 60 per person | 2h | 4.61★ · 1,670 | Every day · 08:00 and 10:30 | English |
| Maui Whale Watching Tour: Humpback Whales Guaranteed | US$ 87 per person | 2h | 4.92★ · 1,183 | Every day · 06:45, 09:00, 11:15, 13:45 and 16:00 | 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 |
| Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina | US$ 81 per person | 2h | 4.93★ · 735 | Every day · 06:45, 09:00, 11:45, 13:30 and 15:45 | 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 |
| Maui Whale Watching: Guaranteed Sightings by Raft from Kihei | US$ 100 per person | 1h 30m | 4.90★ · 696 | Every day · 07:00, 09:00 and 11:00 | English |
| Maui & Lanai: Small Group Snorkel, Dolphins & Whale Watching | US$ 175 per person | 4h | 4.89★ · 972 | Mon, Wed and Fri · 09:00 | English |
| 2-Hour Whale Watch from Lahaina Harbor, Maui: 30 years of trusted expertise | US$ 70 per person | 2h | 4.80★ · 235 | Every day · 10:15 and 12:15 | English |
| Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch from Ma'alaea | US$ 189 per person | 3h | 4.65★ · 516 | Every day · 15:30 and 16:00 | English |
By what you need
- Private (2): Maui Whale Watching Air Tour: Private Cabin, 2-5 People (US$ 420 per person) · Maui Private Paddleboard Whale Watch: All Skill Levels (US$ 189 per person)
- Small groups (up to 15) (1): Maui: Whale Watch Small Group & Dolphin Encounters (US$ 125 per person)
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