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All Reviews for Whale Watch Tours in Maui in Maui

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444 reviews

Sunset Whale Watch Tour & Thrilling Ocean Raft Adventure - Koa Kai [Dec - Apr]

Incredible experience!

Reviewed by: Jana, 2024/03/23

We had an amazing experience on the sunset raft whale watching excursion. Our guides, Luke and Nick, were superb and told us so many facts about the whales. They were attentive to both my teenagers and my 9 year old, providing them with snacks and drinks and making sure that they had a great experience. We saw whales breaching and babies swimming close to the raft. It was the highlight of our trip.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2024/03/20
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Small-Group & Private Maui Whale Watching Tour - Amore Boat Charter [Dec-Mar]

Expensive; I’ve had better whale watching tours elsewhere

Reviewed by: M.R, 2024/03/16

This company won’t stop pestering me to leave a review so here goes:
I’ve done a lot of whale watching tours on Maui. I only chose this one because the company we typically use cannot run tours on weekends/holidays anymore (change to use abilities at the Mala boat ramp). This was the only other small group tour I could find.
Pros:
- Small group so you aren’t fighting for space/visibility
- Able to use a GoPro in the water off the side of the boat
- $10 credit per person at the General Store (which wasn’t advertised in activity description)

Cons:
- Whale watching is better from Lahaina and not as good from Ma’alaea
- Boat doesn’t go very fast so you don’t get the opportunity to get as much action
- Staff were less experienced and didn’t have a lot of knowledge about the whales/whale behavior
- Much more expensive than other tours

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2024/02/19
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PacWhale Eco-Adventures 2-Hour Whale Watching Tours from Maalaea [Nov-Apr]

Great Trip

Reviewed by: AustinGirl24, 2024/03/15

These guys did a great job. Saw many breaching whales! Some even waved at us. Crew was excellent

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2024/03/13
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PacWhale Eco-Adventures 2-Hour Whale Watching Tours from Maalaea [Nov-Apr]

SO GOOD!

Reviewed by: ヤマグ, 2024/03/07

風が強くて船揺れを心配しましたが、思っていたより揺れもなくクジラのいる場所にたどりつけました。
たくさんクジラがいるのは潮を吹いててわかるのですが、なかなか身体を見せてくれませんでした。しっぽは何度がみれたのは幸いです。

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2024/03/05
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Trilogy Whale Watch Tour with Food & Drinks from Kaanapali & Maalaea [Dec-Apr]

Amazing Tour

Reviewed by: Maddy S, 2024/03/04

The tour guides were super funny and knowledgable making the tour insightful, fun and AWESOME!! I really appreciated the ability to move around the water and flexibility to follow the whales respectfully.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2024/02/10
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Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Delish and Gorgeous!!

Reviewed by: Kara, 2024/02/29

We did get to see whales, and it made our anniversary so special!!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/11/16
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2-Hour Kaanapali Whale Watch Cruise with Snacks & Open Bar - Sea Maui [Dec-Apr]

Scenic Ride

Reviewed by: kerry, 2024/02/13

Very much a book cruise. Scenery was beautiful and staff were super friendly, but no information on whales other than that is was whale season. being on the boat was wonderful and can't beat the view and we did see whales, but I wish I hadn't had the mai tai as too strong for me. Bus was fun!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2024/02/10
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Small-Group & Private Maui Whale Watching Tour - Amore Boat Charter [Dec-Mar]

The best whale watching ever!!

Reviewed by: CatandHat, 2024/02/11

We had the best time whale watching! Captain Paul, and Micah are wonderful!! Captain Paul, piloted us towards multiple whale pods, he and Micah pointed out the whales, showing us the females, calves, and escort male whales. We were given great information regarding their travels, rituals, and behaviors. It was truly an awesome experience!l We can’t wait to do it again!

They treated us with so much aloha spirit that they are the only ones we would want to go out with again!!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2024/02/09
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PacWhale Eco-Adventures 2-Hour Whale Watching Tours from Maalaea [Nov-Apr]

Far exceeded our expectations!

Reviewed by: Meghan M, 2024/02/06

This tour was amazing. We went in February during peak whale watching season and saw so many more whales than we were expecting. There were almost no breaks in whale sightings during the two hour experience. The entire crew was fun and professional, especially Taylor who spoke almost the entire time to point out whale sightings, give us fun facts and information about whales, and discuss the importance of conservation. We rented binoculars in the store, which I would recommend to enhance the experience. The views were also incredible of Maui and surrounding islands.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2024/02/04
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PacWhale Eco-Adventures 2-Hour Whale Watching Tours from Maalaea [Nov-Apr]

Wow!!!

Reviewed by: 1st time in Hawaii, 2024/01/21

Passionate, knowledgeable staff. Comfortable accommodations. Reasonably priced. Safe boat. Saw lots of whales. Highly recommend this outfitter.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2024/01/19
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2-Hour Morning Whale Watching Sail from Maalaea Harbor - Ocean Spirit [Dec-Apr]

Awesome adventure!!!

Reviewed by: Mr and Mrs Amado, 2024/01/19

It was our first time and what a treat. 38 whales breached. We seen a mane ray jump out of the water. Whale (fluke). Rhode in the front of the boat what a ride. We Rhode the waves got a little wet. We extremely enjoyed it! Everyone was nice and gave lots of information.

  • Up and close whales swam to us ☺️

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2024/01/17
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South Maui Whale Watching Cruise aboard Quicksilver Catamaran [Dec-Apr]

Whales Galore

Reviewed by: Charles Porter, 2023/12/30

We had mild expectations due to my wife's previous whale watching trip.
This visit exceeded our expectations. The captain was very informative and kept us on our toes with whale sightings. W e had a great time for our party of 5.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/12/23
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Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Super Fun!

Reviewed by: fun time friend, 2023/12/30

The weather we had was slightly less than perfect but we had an absolute blast with the crew, and we even got to see a few whales. All around a good time

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/12/28
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2-Hour Kaanapali Whale Watch Cruise with Snacks & Open Bar - Sea Maui [Dec-Apr]

Great excursion.

Reviewed by: Mindyandken, 2023/12/19

Crew went out of their way to ensure we saw whales. They were very knowledgeable and answered questions

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/12/17
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Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Must Do!

Reviewed by: Allen West, 2023/06/19

The staff are awesome food and drinks were great, took my wife for our 15 years anniversary it was very beautiful we had a great time!

  • Dessert

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/06/05
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Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Fabulous cruise and sunset views!

Reviewed by: Francine , 2023/06/17

Great dinner cruise! treated us so well! We were treated courteously by the entire crew. The food was served well spaced out and was VERY good! Both of my sons had the steak and the commented it was cooked exactly how they liked it. I had the shrimp with a delicious sauce on it- WOW! The sunset views were spectacular. The Captain also did a great job with steering us out to smooth waters and I diid not feel seasick at all! I highly recommend for anyone!

  • Dessert! Yum!

  • The Mermaid Cocktail

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/06/15
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Kaanapali Sunset Cruise with Dinner & Open Bar - Sea Maui Catamaran

Best trip ever!!!!

Reviewed by: Celeste, 2023/06/11

Im sorry but this was the best American boat experience ever. When they say open bar they mean it! Great staff, great experience, food icing on the cake this should be 200 per person!!!!!!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/06/09
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Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Review

Reviewed by: Natalie, 2023/05/02

The portions were super small but meals were good. Captain was amazing and whole crew very on top of things and friendly. Drinks were good.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/04/28
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Kaanapali Sunset Cocktail Booze Cruise with Open Bar & Appetizers - Sea Maui

No sunset and it sprinkled for 2 mins so the musician hardly played any songs. .

Reviewed by: Becky Kuhn , 2023/04/27

No sunset and it sprinkled for 2 mins so the musician hardly played any songs. . Maybe two. Another passenger
Took pic of him drinking alcohol and not playing. We picked Tuesday for the MUSIC

Also, we were not made aware the food was available. My husband walked over and saw it available.

Couldn’t have been much better experience. Wouldn’t recommend.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/04/25
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Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Sunset dinner cruise

Reviewed by: JOC, 2023/04/21

This was the only activity my husband requested and it did not disappoint! The rain stopped and the sun came out! Staff were attentive from the greeting to departure. Very generous drink service. The food was tasty. And the sunset. Wow! Everything was on point. Thank you for the experience.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/04/19
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Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Excellent

Reviewed by: GoatFam, 2023/04/19

Loved the intimate feel of the cruise even though others are around. The captain and crew are great and it all goes to a great cause

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/04/17
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Ocean Explorer 2-Hour Whale Watching Tour from Maalaea [Dec-Mar]

Amazing Day

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/04/17

Saw a pod of whales with babys included! I would say the tour was a success.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/03/27
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Ocean Explorer 2-Hour Whale Watching Tour from Maalaea [Dec-Mar]

Incredible experience!

Reviewed by: ErinHardgrove, 2023/04/15

Great experience and fantastic crew! Learned so much about whales, dolphins and the waters of Maui! Sound several humpback whales with their babies! Highly recommend!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/03/22
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Kaanapali Sunset Cruise with Dinner & Open Bar - Sea Maui Catamaran

Incredible views, incredible crew!

Reviewed by: Jillian Godwin, 2023/04/06

Absolute must do while in Maui. We saw several whale pods, mama whales showing their young how to wave, and excellent views of the coastline and Molokai. The crew and captain were fantastic, high energy, knowledgeable, and kept the drinks flowing. Food was pretty good, definitely go with the short rib! The catamaran was pristine and well maintained. Instructions for boarding and exiting were easy to understand. I cannot express enough how much the 3 of us enjoyed this tour. We keep saying it was an epic day. So memorable and enjoyable.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/04/04
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Kaanapali Sunset Cruise with Dinner & Open Bar - Sea Maui Catamaran

Awesome time

Reviewed by: Fayaz , 2023/03/19

Amazing service from the 3 crew members Nick, Paul and Phil. We saw a lot of whale activity in the evening. The drinks kept flowing and the food was much better than expected. Would definitely do another trip like this.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/03/17
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Ocean Spirit Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Appetizers - Seasonal Whale Watching

Adults Only!

Reviewed by: The Rockwoods, 2023/03/19

We have been on several Sunset Cocktail Cruises on Maui over the past decade but this was by far our favourite.
The captain and crew were super friendly, knowledgeable & accommodating…they serve everything right to you!
Ukulele Dave was a great addition as well!
All of this + multiple whale sightings made for a great evening and we definitely recommend.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/03/17
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2-Hour Kaanapali Whale Watch Cruise with Snacks & Open Bar - Sea Maui [Dec-Apr]

Well worth the price and great crew

Reviewed by: OgZapper, 2023/03/11

They had a great crew and did everything to make the trip wonderful: small group and lots of fun. Well worth the price.
The only reason I gave them 4 stars is that we bought water shoes for the trip and found out when we got there it was barefoot only. Would have done things differently had I known.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/02/14
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Ocean Explorer 2-Hour Whale Watching Tour from Maalaea [Dec-Mar]

It was amazing !!

Reviewed by: Whale Lover, 2023/03/09

It was later in their Whale season, didn't know if we would see many. We were not disappointed, at one point we were in Whale Jail (surrounded by them). We loved it.

The staff were so knowledgeable, learned so much about the Humpbacks.

Definitely would do this again.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/03/04
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PacWhale Eco-Adventures 2-Hour Whale Watching Tours from Maalaea [Nov-Apr]

Whale Watch

Reviewed by: Deb, 2023/03/01

Very impressed with their knowledge of whales. Saw many sightings! Would definitely do again! Loved that we could hear whales through under water microphone!

  • A little boat close to whale!

  • Hubby and me enjoying the ride!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/02/02
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Kaanapali Sunset Cocktail Booze Cruise with Open Bar & Appetizers - Sea Maui

A fantastic trip!

Reviewed by: Indiana crew, 2023/02/28

Best excursion during our week in Maui. The reviews were spot on about Sea Maui. The captain and crew were outstanding. You won’t be disappointed.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/02/26
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