Maui Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver From Maalaea

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Maui, USA

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Overview

Enjoy this 2-hour guided adventure on a double-deck power catamaran to watch the whales in their natural habitat. Depending on the whales’ behavior during your whale watching trip, you may see the whales slapping the surface with pectoral fins (their very long side fins), flukes (the tail), the peduncle (the strong muscles attaching the tail to the rest of the body) and the breach, this is when the whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again.

What's Included

  • Great informative and historical narrative
  • Underwater hydrophone to hear whale songs
  • 2 Restrooms
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase for $5)
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Meeting Location

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300 Maalaea Road
Wailuku, HI 96793, USA

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Boss Frog's Snorkel, Bike & Beach Rentals

This double-deck power catamaran leaves from Ma'alaea Harbor and can bring you to the whales quickly. Juices and sodas are included, all kinds of drinks are available for purchase, and there are restrooms on board. The humpback whales return to Hawaii for a few months each year to mate and give birth. The trip takes you out to see for two hours, with a professional guide, these amazing animals from December to April.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Minimum drinking age: 21 years old.
  • A 24-hour notice is required for cancellation or reschedule.

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Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?

A: As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Maui Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver From Maalaea. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-55241P3

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Average 4.70 out of 5 stars based on 1,603 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Great informative and historical narrative
  • Underwater hydrophone to hear whale songs
  • 2 Restrooms
  • Shady cabin
  • Professional, friendly, safety oriented, experienced captain and crew
  • Ice cold sodas and juice
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase for $5)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Mandatory Check-in 30 minutes prior to departure.
  • Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Minimum drinking age: 21 years old.
  • A 24-hour notice is required for cancellation or reschedule.
  • Bring cash if you'd like to tip the crew!
  • Check-in 30 minutes before departure at: Boss Frog's, 300 Ma'alaea Road, Building 2, Shop# 2N, Wailuku, HI 96793
  • We will have a crew member outside Boss Frog's to help you get checked in
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 111 travelers

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