The Best 9 am 1.5 Hour Whale Watching Tour

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Maui, USA

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Most customers enjoy the hydrophone we put into the water to hear the whales sing the most. We answer any whale questions and will be providing facts throughout the tour.

We welcome you to make a memorable experience with us. We have been doing this since 1985.

What's Included

  • Bottled water ALOHA MAID JUICES & BOTTLED WATER

    Meeting Location

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    2800 South Kihei Road
    Kihei, HI 96753, USA

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    What To Expect

    Our guaranteed whale watch is 1 1/2 hours and a great way to see the whales on Maui from a fast and convenient Kihei departure. Ample free parking is available at the Kihei Boat Ramp less than ten minutes from all Kihei and Wailea Resorts.

    Morning departures offer calm conditions on Maui’s south shore where visiting Humpback whales are prevalent and often seen nursing their young during these times. Pods are spotted quickly allowing ample time for viewing and listening through a sophisticated hydrophone sound system. Close encounters of 100 yards or less sometimes require that we “stretch” a tour slightly to ensure the safety of the humpback whales and to operate within federal regulations, therefore a little extra time has been allowed between tour departures.

    Most customers enjoy the hydrophone we put into the water to hear the whales sing the most. We answer any whale questions and will be providing facts throughout the tour.

    We welcome you to make a memorable experience with us. We have been doing this since 1985.

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • We are unable to take anyone pregnant.
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions

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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 The Best 9 am 1.5 Hour Whale Watching Tour. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Activity code: C-194842P6

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    Average 4.83 out of 5 stars based on 41 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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    • Bottled waterALOHA MAID JUICES & BOTTLED WATER

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • We are unable to take anyone pregnant.
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • No Children 4 and under please unless called in and approved.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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