The Sea Maui whale watch tour departs directly from Kaʻanapali Beach, offering a 2-hour cruise with certified naturalists, premium drinks, and up-close views of humpback whales along Maui's coastline.
Sea Maui – Whale Watch Tour
Set sail from Kaʻanapali Beach on a 2-hour whale watching adventure aboard the Sea Maui catamaran. Each winter, humpback whales migrate from Alaska to the warm Hawaiian waters, and this tour gives you a front row seat to witness their playful breaches, tail slaps, and other incredible behaviors. With barefoot boarding right from the beach, knowledgeable naturalists, and panoramic views of the West Maui coastline, this is a must-do Maui experience.
🌟 Tour Highlights
- Whale watching cruise along Kaʻanapali Beach and the West Maui coast
- Convenient barefoot beach boarding
- Fantastic photo opportunities of humpback whales
🎒 Tour Inclusions
- Complimentary beverages: juice, water, Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, and lemonade
- Premium open bar for adults
- Certified naturalists on board for educational insights
Special Instructions
Before you goWhere & When
Tour times:
8:00 am - 10:00 am
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Check in 30 minutes prior to tour time at the Sea Maui activity booth at Whalers Village located between Leilani's and Hula Grill along the beachwalk. The boat will pull up directly on the beach behind Whalers Village in Kaanapali.
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Free parking validation for Whaler's Village (up to 4 hours) is available. Please remember to bring your parking ticket and present it to the Sea Maui staff during the check-in process so it can get stamped.
8:00 am - 10:00 am
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Check in 30 minutes prior to tour time at the Sea Maui activity booth at Whalers Village located between Leilani's and Hula Grill along the beachwalk. The boat will pull up directly on the beach behind Whalers Village in Kaanapali.
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Free parking validation for Whaler's Village (up to 4 hours) is available. Please remember to bring your parking ticket and present it to the Sea Maui staff during the check-in process so it can get stamped.
Requirements
All participants are required to sign a waiver prior to the tour.
Equipment
Sea Maui II catamaran
Restrictions
Participants must be physically able to board the vessel from the beach. It is a barefoot boarding and you my get wet getting on and off the boat.
Operation Days
Daily from mid-December through March
Duration
2 hours