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    Small-Group Whale Watching from Lahaina

    Experience Maui humpbacks on a 2-hour small-group cruise with a fast, comfortable boat

    From$105/ person

    Duration

    2 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 20 people

    Highlights

    Get off the beach and onto a fast, comfortable boat to watch Maui’s humpback whales in a small-group setting. Spend two hours on the water with great views and time to ask questions and take photos.

    • Ride a fast, fun, and comfortable 34' powerboat
    • Enjoy a small group with no more than 20 guests
    • Explore Maui Nui to spot migrating humpback whales
    • Learn from the crew and ask questions along the way
    • Capture memorable photos from a front-row vantage

    Things to know

    Temporarily departing from Mala Boat Ramp in Lahaina. Guests must be able to manage stairs, walk down the dock, and may need to stand from a seated position depending on tide.

    Cancellation policy

    Cancel or reschedule free up to 48 hours before departure (72 hours for groups of 6+; 7 days for private charters). Full refund or reschedule if the operator cancels due to weather or mechanical issues. No refunds for no-shows or on promotional pricing or gift certificates. If your seats are resold, a refund may be issued.

    Meeting location

    Mala Boat Ramp, Lahaina, HI 96761

    Experience provided by Makai Adventures
    Experience provided by Makai Adventures

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    Adult (13+) - Priority

    $105

    Priority Boarding means you will be given preference on seating as one of the first 2 groups to board the boat.

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    Adult (13+) - Standard

    $89

    Standard Boarding begins after Priority Boarding and is offered in the order of check in.

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    Child (2-12) - Priority

    $85

    Priority Boarding means you will be given preference on seating as one of the first 2 groups to board the boat.

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    Child (2-12) - Standard

    $69

    Standard Boarding begins after Priority Boarding and is offered in the order of check in.

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    Infant (Under 2) - Priority

    $65

    Priority Boarding means you will be given preference on seating as one of the first 2 groups to board the boat.

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    Infant (Under 2) - Standard

    $49

    Standard Boarding begins after Priority Boarding and is offered in the order of check in.

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    2 Hour Private Charter

    $1,500

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    4.9 stars• 805 reviews

    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    805 reviews•Google Maps

    This small family operation delivers whale watching tours that consistently impress, with crew members like Levi, Dani, Allison, Travis, and Noah earning praise for their genuine enthusiasm and extensive knowledge about humpback whales. What stands out across experiences is how they position the boat for optimal viewing and make each tour feel personal rather than rushed or scripted. Their passion comes through even though they're doing multiple trips daily, and guests regularly report seeing massive numbers of whales, including breaching babies, competition pods, and close encounters. The newer boat gets specific mentions for being surprisingly spacious and comfortable, which matters since you'll be out on ocean swells for a couple hours. It even has a bathroom onboard, unusual for this type of vessel. The crew's ability to share whale facts and behaviors without being overbearing adds educational value without feeling like a classroom. Multiple guests booked second trips during the same vacation, which says plenty about the quality. Just remember sunblock and bring a camera because you'll likely see plenty of action.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Spending the morning with this team was a perfect start to the day. Levi and Dani were full of knowledge and knew exactly where to go. They make the experience feel personalized and are extremely talented at what they do. Highly, highly recommend!!

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    Claire G

    January 15, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Spending the morning with this team was a perfect start to the day. Levi and Dani were full of knowledge and knew exactly where to go. They make the experience feel personalized and are extremely talented at what they do. Highly, highly recommend!!

    Photo of Claire G

    Claire G

    January 15, 2026

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