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Hawaii’s best days out.
The 15 whale watching tours travellers book most across Oahu and Maui, with what each one costs, how long it runs and the operator behind it.
Maui eco-raft from Lahaina: eye-level whale or dolphin watching on a small zodiac, with marine naturalist narration and hydrophone sounds.
Most Popular“Guides were excellent. Very knowledgeable about the whales, super friendly, and very focused on making sure we got good sightings.”
Maui humpback whale watching on Quicksilver from Maalaea. Hear whale songs on hydrophones, enjoy juice and sodas, and learn from the crew.
“This was one of the highlights of our trip to Maui! The crew was laid back and friendly, and very knowledgeable. Captain Paul was informative and quick witted. Nicole served up an amazing Mai Tai and smiled the entire time she was working! It was such a pleasant experience. We’d recommend this to anyone!”
Hear humpback songs on a narrated 2-hour Maui catamaran cruise from Ma'alaea Harbor. Watch breaches, tail slaps, and more.
“Everything was great!! We seen whales! The sun was shining it was a good day. The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable about the whales. The staff were polite and friendly served drinks . We would highly recommend this whale tour!!!”
2-hour small-group whale watch from Lahaina on an inflatable raft, with hydrophone whale songs, rain ponchos, and a whale guarantee.
“Small group tour was very nice. Informative. Learned more about the whales. Personal. Naturalist and captain answered all our questions. Raft was small enough that we could see in almost all directions.”
A 90-minute humpback whale raft ride from Kihei with a marine naturalist, hydrophone for whale song, and guaranteed sightings.
“Great close up experience with whales!!! The operators were very informative and boat was comfortable and would definitely recommend this tour to anyone!!”
Small-group raft whale watch from Lahaina. Hear whale songs on the hydrophone, learn onboard, and get a Dec–Apr sighting guarantee.
“John and Casie were amazing. Best whale watching experience I have ever done. Would love to do again”
Kayak Olowalu, snorkel a turtle cleaning station, and watch whales from the water. Small-group tour with turtles guaranteed.
“The excursion was prematurely canceled due to rough seas. But they calmed down by the time we would have launched. Several other excursions went forward with thier trip.”
Whale-watch from Maui’s Hawaiian-built catamaran Winona in Maalaea with snacks, drinks, and underwater hydrophones for humpback songs.
“A lovely experience, many whales.... good, knowledgable crew. A bit hard to find the boat- could use better signage....”
Kayak Maui’s Olowalu waters and snorkel Turtle Reef, then whale watch in the sanctuary with live whale songs via hydrophone.
“Literally right @ mile marker 14. Great people, guide took care of me, 1st time kayaker, good gear, water was beautiful, plenty fish and turtles.”
Waikiki whale watching from Oahu on the Ocean Intrigue catamaran with snacks, binoculars, and a free return trip if you miss whales.
Maui whale watching plus reef snorkeling on a big stable catamaran, with BBQ lunch and an open bar after the water time.
“Dolphins pods whales came right up to boat and hung around for thirty minutes an experience y the whole family will remember for the rest of there life’s truly remarkable crew was amazingly tuned into guest needs.”
High-speed Malolo catamaran whale watch from Ma’alaea Harbor with hydrophones for whale songs, 2 hours of sightings, drinks included.
Small-group 2-hour Maui whale watch with an expert crew, close humpbacks, island views, and a no-shoes ride from Mala Boat Ramp.
“The captain and first mate was very knowledgeable and fun. Very enjoyable trip. We saw a lot of whales”
Midday humpback whale watch from Ma’alaea Harbor on a small sailboat. Snacks, drinks, and close views in the ‘Au‘au Channel.
“We had a terrific time. The crew was fantastic. Captain Brandon, Yanteen, and Kenz couldn't have been better. We loved it.”
Spot humpback whales on a 90-minute Oahu cruise from Kewalo Basin, with sunset views of Waikiki and Diamond Head.
Both islands, and every way to see them.
