Whale Watching –
Private Tour

Top Rated Maui Whale Watching Tour

Quick Details

  • Users Ages: All
  • Hour Glass Duration: 120 Minutes

  • Departure Location: Directly from Ka’anapali Beach, in front of Whalers Village. Beach loading—no harbor check-in.

  • Tour Duration: Approximately 2 hours on the water.

  • Group Size: Small, intimate setting. Limited seating ensures a more personal experience—no large crowds.

  • Check-In Time: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.

  • What to Bring:

    • Reef-safe sunscreen

    • Sunglasses and hat

    • Camera or phone for photos

    • Light jacket or cover-up

    • Towel (optional, as beach loading may involve getting your feet wet)

  • Footwear: Barefoot boarding from the beach. Please wear sandals or easy-to-remove footwear.

  • Age Limit: Suitable for ages 5 and up.

  • Whale Season: Tours run during Maui’s whale season

  • Weather & Conditions: All tours are weather and ocean conditions permitting. Safety is our priority.

  • Cancellations: No-shows or late arrivals are non-refundable.

Up-Close Whale Watching from Kaʻanapali Beach – 2-Hour Adventure

Join Maui Whale Adventures for an intimate and exciting whale watching tour right from the shores of Kaʻanapali Beach. No crowded harbors or large boats—just you, a small group, and unforgettable encounters with Maui’s migrating humpback whales.

Tour Information:

  • Departure Location: Direct beach loading in front of Whalers Village, Kaʻanapali Beach

  • Tour Duration: Approximately 2 hours on the water

  • Season: Available daily during whale season (December through April)

  • Group Size: Small-group tours with a more personal, crowd-free experience

  • Whale Sightings: Breaches, tail slaps, pectoral waves, and mother-calf interactions are common

  • Expert Guides: Learn about humpback whale behavior, migration, and conservation from our experienced crew

  • Age Requirement: Guests must be 5 years or older

  • What to Expect: You may get your feet wet during beach loading; barefoot boarding is required

  • What to Bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, camera, and a light jacket

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Private Flight
Up to 12 people

$ 1,495

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