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    2-Hour Maui Whale Watch Cruise

    Humpback whale viewing with binoculars and refreshments

    5.0 stars• 267 reviews

    Duration

    2 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Snacks, drinks, naturalist guide

    Highlights

    Set out aboard Amore for a Maui whale watch with practical comforts on board. Use a $15 Ma'alaea General Store stipend before departure and bring drinks in cans or plastic containers.

    • Scan the water with provided binoculars
    • Enjoy light snacks and cold non-alcoholic beverages
    • Bring your own beverages in cans or plastic containers
    • Access the onboard marine restroom
    • Use your $15 Ma'alaea General Store stipend before departure

    Itinerary

    • Check-In at Ma‘alaea General Store: Arrive for check-in and meet your captain, crew, and marine naturalist before boarding Amore for your whale watch adventure.

    • Depart Ma‘alaea Harbor: Cruise out aboard the 42-ft Boston Whaler 420 Outrage to the calm waters off Maui, where humpback whales migrate each winter to breed and play.

    • Whale Watching at Sea: Enjoy close-up sightings and engaging narration from your naturalist guide. Watch for breaches, tail slaps, and mother-and-calf pairs while learning about whale behavior and conservation.

    • Relax & Return: Stretch out on the bow lounger or shaded seating with snacks and drinks in hand. The SeaKeeper® stabilizer ensures a smooth, comfortable return to Ma‘alaea Harbor.

    Important details

    • Check in 30 minutes before departure
    • Wear easy-to-remove footwear for the barefoot vessel
    • Apply reef-safe sunscreen before boarding; spray sunscreen is not allowed onboard
    • Park in the Ma'alaea General Store parking lot behind the store
    • All ages count toward the vessel's six-passenger capacity

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation 48 hours or more before departure. Cancellations less than 48 hours before departure are nonrefundable. Receive a full refund if the captain cancels due to weather or at their discretion.

    Product ID: TBPG97

    FAQs

    The Ma‘alaea Luxury Whale Watch Cruise is approximately 2 hours, including boarding and return.

    Humpback whales visit Hawai‘i from December through March, with peak sightings typically in January and February.

    Sightings are very common during whale season, and the crew knows the best areas to look. While sightings can’t be guaranteed, this region offers reliable viewing.

    Meeting details

    Ma'alaea General Store - 132 Maalaea Rd, Wailuku, HI 96793

    Experience provided by Hawaii Nautical - Maui

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