Morning Whale Watch: Lahaina Harbor

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Maui, USA

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Overview

Maui is the place to see humpback whales. Each year these magnificent creatures migrate south from Alaska, and although you can see them throughout Hawaii, the ‘Au ‘au channel off the coast of Maui boasts the greatest number. Our warm, relatively shallow and protected waters make an ideal location for the humpbacks to mate and give birth to their calves. These whales are often seen fully breaching out of the ocean!

Our morning departure offers the perfect start to your day — exceptional morning conditions, smooth seas, and incredible chances to see whales breaching, tail-slapping, and spouting all around our vessel. Along the way, our friendly crew shares fascinating insights into whale behavior, marine life, and local culture.

This sailing charter includes light refreshments and exceptional island views. This memorable adventure will be a highlight of your trip.

Reserve your Morning Whale Watch today and discover why Maui is the world’s best whale-watching destination.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Local coffee with cream and sugar
  • Snacks Fruit Platter & Assorted Pastries
  • Carbonated beverages water and assorted sodas
  • Gratuities
  • Harbor parking fee (minimal)
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116 Prison Street
Lahaina, HI 96761, USA

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Lahaina Harbor

IMPORTANT! Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Meet us at the parking lot at 116 Prison St., Lahaina for check-in. Boarding closes 10 minutes before departure. We'll escort you to Lahaina Harbor. The vessel departs promptly and cannot wait for late arrivals.
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ʻAuʻau Channel

Experience world-class whale watching directly off the coast of Lahaina in the world-famous ʻAuʻau Channel. Shielded by surrounding islands, these calm, shallow waters create a warm, protected sanctuary completely free from large ocean predators. It is recognized as America's absolute densest winter nursery for humpback whales. On this tour, you will cruise through these legally protected national marine sanctuary waters to witness mother whales nursing, protecting, and teaching their newborn calves. Keep your eyes on the horizon to watch mothers demonstrating spectacular full-body breaches, teaching calves how to slap their pectoral fins, and guiding them through their very first shallow dives in West Maui's legendary whale playground.
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1 hour 59 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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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 Morning Whale Watch: Lahaina Harbor. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022

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What's Included

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  • Tea and coffeeLocal coffee with cream and sugar
  • SnacksFruit Platter & Assorted Pastries
  • Carbonated beverageswater and assorted sodas
  • Sail Maui provides complimentary reef safe sunscreen
  • IMPORTANT! Arrive 30 min. before departure. Boarding closes 10 min. before departure. No waiting..
  • Gratuities
  • Harbor parking fee (minimal)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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