15 Best Whale Watching Tours In Hawaii

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Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching – Lahaina

/ June 4, 2026

1.Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching – Lahaina

Maui eco-raft from Lahaina: eye-level whale or dolphin watching on a small zodiac, with marine naturalist narration and hydrophone sounds.

From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

/ June 4, 2026

2.From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

Maui humpback whale watching on Quicksilver from Maalaea. Hear whale songs on hydrophones, enjoy juice and sodas, and learn from the crew.

★ 4.5

“Great tour. The crew and captain were excellent. We loved learning about the hump back whales during our trip.”

1,280 reviewsFrom $59.95by Quicksilver

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Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

/ June 4, 2026

3.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

Hear humpback songs on a narrated 2-hour Maui catamaran cruise from Ma'alaea Harbor. Watch breaches, tail slaps, and more.

★ 4.7

“It was phenomenal. The whales were right by the boat and stayed there for good 30-40 minutes. Took lots of pictures and videos. The guide was excellent he was extremely knowledgeable. Highly recommend it.”

827 reviewsFrom $50by Quicksilver Charters

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Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina

/ June 4, 2026

4.Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina

2-hour small-group whale watch from Lahaina on an inflatable raft, with hydrophone whale songs, rain ponchos, and a whale guarantee.

★ 5.0

“Through no fault of the company the trip was cancelled due to high winds and waves. I was sad but safety comes first.”

661 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $80.60by Dive Maui

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Maui Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei

/ June 4, 2026

5.Maui Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei

A 90-minute humpback whale raft ride from Kihei with a marine naturalist, hydrophone for whale song, and guaranteed sightings.

★ 5.0

“Small group, speed raft, great crew. Saw many whales and had a great adventure. Would definitely do this again.”

646 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $84.14by Redline Rafting

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VIP (12 Guests ONLY) Ultimate Whale Watch

/ June 4, 2026

6.VIP (12 Guests ONLY) Ultimate Whale Watch

Small-group raft whale watch from Lahaina. Hear whale songs on the hydrophone, learn onboard, and get a Dec–Apr sighting guarantee.

★ 5.0

“John and Casie were amazing. Best whale watching experience I have ever done. Would love to do again”

198 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $125.00by Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel

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Kayak & Turtle Town Snorkel(Turtles Guaranteed) + Whale Watching

/ June 4, 2026

7.Kayak & Turtle Town Snorkel(Turtles Guaranteed) + Whale Watching

Kayak Olowalu, snorkel a turtle cleaning station, and watch whales from the water. Small-group tour with turtles guaranteed.

★ 5.0

“The kayaking was awesome, and the whales were incredible along with the turtles. Great experience! Would recommend!”

196 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $119.00by Zephyr Adventures Maui

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Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea

/ June 4, 2026

8.Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea

Whale-watch from Maui’s Hawaiian-built catamaran Winona in Maalaea with snacks, drinks, and underwater hydrophones for humpback songs.

★ 5.0

“A lovely experience, many whales.... good, knowledgable crew. A bit hard to find the boat- could use better signage....”

194 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $85.00by Makena Coast Charters

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Kayak Whale Watch and Snorkel Hawaiian Islands Whale Sanctuary

/ June 4, 2026

9.Kayak Whale Watch and Snorkel Hawaiian Islands Whale Sanctuary

Kayak Maui’s Olowalu waters and snorkel Turtle Reef, then whale watch in the sanctuary with live whale songs via hydrophone.

★ 4.5

“Literally right @ mile marker 14. Great people, guide took care of me, 1st time kayaker, good gear, water was beautiful, plenty fish and turtles.”

175 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $119.00by Maui Adventure Tours M.A.T., L.L.C.

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Honolulu, Oahu: Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise

/ June 4, 2026

10.Honolulu, Oahu: Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise

Waikiki whale watching from Oahu on the Ocean Intrigue catamaran with snacks, binoculars, and a free return trip if you miss whales.

★ 3.5

“This adventure is definitely aust do options. Beautiful, comfortable and above all knowledgeable staff not to mention reasonable prices.”

166 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $39by E SEA DIVER

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From Ma’alaea: Afternoon Whale Watch Tour Aboard the Malolo

/ June 4, 2026

11.From Ma’alaea: Afternoon Whale Watch Tour Aboard the Malolo

High-speed Malolo catamaran whale watch from Ma’alaea Harbor with hydrophones for whale songs, 2 hours of sightings, drinks included.

★ 4.6

122 reviews2 hoursFrom $59by Malolo Molokini Snorkeling Charters

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Whale Watch and Turtles Snorkel

/ June 4, 2026

12.Whale Watch and Turtles Snorkel

Maui whale watching plus reef snorkeling on a big stable catamaran, with BBQ lunch and an open bar after the water time.

★ 5.0

“10 out of 10, everything is fantastic. Food is good, drinks are good, ton of chips, lots of cookies. Saw Al many whale and so close up, snorkeling are amazing. Full gears available. Friendly staff. Really clean toilets”

122 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $138.00by Pride of Maui

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2 Hour Prime Time Maui Whale Watching

/ June 5, 2026

13.2 Hour Prime Time Maui Whale Watching

Small-group 2-hour Maui whale watch with an expert crew, close humpbacks, island views, and a no-shoes ride from Mala Boat Ramp.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful experience on Maui Ocean Adventures 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching tour. The all female crew was phenomenal—knowledgeable, engaging and entertaining. We saw multiple whales within close distance—including a mama and her calf. The small group nature of the experience also made it special. It was easy to hear the incredible…”

107 reviews2 hours (approx.)by Maui Ocean Adventures

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Midday Whale Watch: Mā’alaea Harbor

/ June 5, 2026

14.Midday Whale Watch: Mā’alaea Harbor

Midday humpback whale watch from Ma’alaea Harbor on a small sailboat. Snacks, drinks, and close views in the ‘Au‘au Channel.

★ 5.0

“Had a wonderful whale watching experience. The crew was attentive and very knowledgeable about whale behavior (more than many boats we have been on) and we saw tons of whales including a baby trying to learn how to breach. Liked the experience of a smaller boat and a sailboat that could get us closer to…”

101 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $100.22by Sail Maui

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