Highlights
Join PacWhale on a small-group whale watching adventure with sightings guaranteed
Choose from a 3-hour morning tour with light breakfast or a 2-hour afternoon cruise
Tours are led by an expert marine naturalist, and hear whale songs using an underwater hydrophone
The Ocean Explorer is a 54ft catamaran that can accommodate up to 34 guests per tour
Conveniently available from Maalaea Harbor, just minutes from Kihei in South Maui
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Overview
Maui
3.5 hour(s)
Available Daily
Pick-up not available
Accessible
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What to expect
Hop aboard Ocean Explorer and cruise to Maui's Humpback Whale Marine Sanctuary for an incredible whale watching tour led by certified marine naturalists. Choose from a morning or afternoon experience departing from Maalaea Harbor.
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3-Hour Morning Ultimate Whale Watch Cruise with Continental Breakfast
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 176.47
Total:
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 176.47
Price per Adult :
• Vessel: Ocean Explorer
• Tour Time: 7:30AM - 10:30AM
• Whale sightings are guaranteed or go again for free!
• Kids will love the Junior Naturalist Program
• Hear whale songs with underwater hydrophones
• Free marine wildlife postcards
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Youth (Age 5-12)
USD 176.47
Overview
Morning
3.5 hour(s)
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Continental breakfast
Accessible
Inclusions: Soft drinks / Juice / Coffee / Tea / Continental breakfast / Underwater hydrophones use / Junior Naturalist Program for kids / Free marine wildlife oversize postcards / Whale sighting guarantee
Schedule
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07:00
Check-in at Maalaea Harbor Shops
07:30
Ultimate Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast (3 hrs)
After your check-in at Maalaea, make your way on to the Ocean Explorer and head out along Maui's western shore within the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. Listen to fascinating whale facts from the on board marine naturalist, and enjoy a delicious continental breakfast too.
10:30
Check-out
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Pick-up time & location
Check-in time & location
- Pacific Whale Foundation Ocean Store (Suite 211)
Drop-off time & location
Check-out time & location
- Pacific Whale Foundation Ocean Store (Suite 211)
Notes
Restrictions
- This activity is wheelchair accessible.
- Children 5 years old and above can participate in this activity.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay a parking fee.
- Camera and binocular rentals are available on board the boat.
- If whales are not seen during your tour, you are welcome to return for free as long as space is available. No refunds will be provided.
Required items to bring & attire
- Guests prone to seasickness should take a motion sickness preventative one hour prior to departure.
- Sunglasses, hat, light jacket are recommended.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 34.
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 07:30 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Any changes made after 07:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 07:30 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Any changes made after 07:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc.
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Restrictions
- This activity is wheelchair accessible.
- Children 5 years old and above can participate in this activity.
Required items to bring & attire
- Guests prone to seasickness should take a motion sickness preventative one hour prior to departure.
- Sunglasses, hat, light jacket are recommended.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay a parking fee.
- Camera and binocular rentals are available on board the boat.
- If whales are not seen during your tour, you are welcome to return for free as long as space is available. No refunds will be provided.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 34.
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Ocean Explorer Whale Watch Tours from Maalaea - Sightings Guaranteed [Dec-Mar]
Hop aboard Ocean Explorer and cruise to Maui's Humpback Whale Marine Sanctuary for an incredible whale watching tour led by certified marine naturalists. Choose from a morning or afternoon experience departing from Maalaea Harbor.
