Whale Watching Maui

Eco-Raft: Dolphin or Whale Search & Sightsee Tour

3054 Reviews
4.9/5

From

$84

Duration

2 hours

Max People

100

Min Age

3+
3054 Reviews
4.9/5

About this experience

Board a small, semi-private eco-raft in Lahaina, Maui for a relaxed two-hour coastal adventure toward Lana‘i. A marine naturalist shares Hawaiian storytelling and marine life education as the crew searches for dolphins year-round and humpback whales during their seasonal migration from November through May

Duration

2 hours

Cancellations

Full refund with 24 hours notice (72 hours for groups of 5+, 7 days for private charters); subject to weather cancellations

Age

3 – 99

The low-profile raft offers bench seating with mostly shaded space, a hydrophone for listening during whale searches, and snacks and nonalcoholic beverages for a comfortable, family-style outing that avoids large crowds. *Due to marine animals being observed in the wild, sightings vary and are not guaranteed.

Highlights
  • Small semi-private eco-raft experience that feels like a private charter
  • Year-round dolphin searching with seasonal whale searches
  • Marine naturalist narration and Hawaiian storytelling
  • Hydrophone listening during whale searches
  • Avoids large crowds for a family-style outing
Additional information
Check-in details

Departs from Lahaina (Hawaii Ocean Rafting MALA Boat Ramp). Check in 30 minutes prior to the tour at 1223 Front Street, Lahaina. Tours may be canceled or rescheduled due to weather, operations or capacity.

Special requirements

Full refund requires 24 hours notice (72 hours for groups of 5+, 7 days for private charters). Tour subject to cancellation or reschedule due to weather or capacity.

Disclaimers

Humpback whale searches occur only in November and April 15–May 15; whale season is officially December–April. Tour has no in-water portion. Vessel is low to the water and may have ocean spray. Tours may be canceled or rescheduled due to weather or capacity.

*Due to marine animals being observed in the wild, sightings vary and are not guaranteed.

Restrictions

No pregnant women.
No people with back or neck injuries.
No children under the age of 3.
Mobility required to board vessel unassisted.
Due to marine animals being observed in the wild, sightings vary and are not guaranteed.

Itinerary

  • Check-in at location 30 minutes prior to departure
  • Depart from Mala Boat Ramp Lahaina
  • Search for dolphins and whales (seasonally) and other marine life
  • Enjoy snacks and beverages while listening to educational talks by our marine naturalist
  • Return to Lahaina

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