The 4 Luxury Whale Watching in Maui That Earn Their Price

1.Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 504 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $189Our pick

Cruise from Maalaea Harbor for about three hours, combining a four-course dinner, alcoholic drinks, sunset views, and seasonal whale watching. A naturalist explains humpback behavior, and the route includes views toward Lana‘i, Moloka‘i, and McGregor Point Lighthouse. Whale sightings are never guaranteed.

“What an experience! Within 5 minutes we had our first whale spotting. It was a magical trip with seeing many breeches (including one right in front of the boat), fin slaps, logging and listening to a musical underwater concert. Highly recommend this trip.”

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2.VIP (12 Guests ONLY) Ultimate Whale Watch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $125Top rated

From Lahaina Harbor, you spend two hours on a fast, low Coast Guard-style raft with no more than 12 people. A marine naturalist explains humpback behavior, and a hydrophone lets you hear whale song. Crews including John, Casie, Emma, Jeremiah, and Sarah have helped make close encounters memorable.

“Fantastic experience with Jeremiah and Sarah. They answered all of our questions and found so many whales! Can’t recommend enough!”

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3.HIGH QUALITY Whale Watch Adventure Aboard Luxury Super Raft

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $95Best value

Set out from Maalaea Harbor aboard Maui Reef Adventures’ custom Super Raft for 1 hour and 45 minutes of close whale watching. With space for up to 38 people, onboard hydrophones, and guides such as Captain Brad, Ryan, Jen, and Garrett, you’ll watch for humpbacks, tails, breaches, calves, dolphins, and turtles.

“Jen and ryan were very friendly and helpful. The information shared was very interesting and the whale spotting was superb!!”

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4.Maui: Ka’anapali Whale Watching Cruise on Luxury Sailboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 89 reviews · from $108

Sail from Ka’anapali Beach on Teralani’s spacious catamaran for two hours of humpback whale watching. A naturalist explains whale behavior, while an underwater hydrophone lets you hear their songs. You’ll get beach loading, breakfast snacks, coffee, juices, soft drinks, Pogmosas, and an open bar.

“The crew was attentive to our needs. Friendly and did what was expected for the purpose of the trip”

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