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title: Whale Watching Tours in Maui
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: Maui
country: United States
tours: 28
price_from_eur: 91
reviews_total: 4901
as_of: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-whale-watching/
---

# Whale Watching Tours in Maui

> **Guidekin** is a hand-picked catalogue: we read every listing ourselves and keep only operators rated 4.5★ with 30+ traveler reviews. [How we choose tours](https://guidekin.com/how-we-choose-tours/) Catalogue data as of November 8, 2026.

Whale Watching Tours in Maui: 28 tours, all from the 248 we kept after screening every one of the 652 tours Viator lists for Maui, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers.

## All 28 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-2-hour-prime-time-whale-watching/?format=md) |  | €109 per person | 4.99 (131) | 2h | daily 08:50–09:20 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 2 | [Maui: 2 Hour Afternoon Lahaina Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-2-hour-afternoon-lahaina-whale-watch/?format=md) |  | €96 per person | 4.99 (105) | 2h | daily 13:30–14:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 3 | [Maui: 2 hour Lahaina Sunrise Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-2-hour-lahaina-sunrise-whale-watch/?format=md) |  | €96 per person | 5.0 (77) | 2h | daily 06:45–07:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 4 | [West Maui Sunset Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/west-maui-sunset-whale-watch/?format=md) | Sunset & Dinner Cruises | €96 per person | 4.95 (150) | 2h | daily 16:00–16:15 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 5 | [Maui: Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel with Free Photos](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-kayak-whale-watch-turtle-town-snorkel-with-free-photos/?format=md) | Kayak & Paddleboard Tours | €137 per person | 5.0 (66) | 4h | Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 07:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 6 | [Kihei, Maui: Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/kihei-maui-guaranteed-whale-watching-tour-by-raft/?format=md) |  | €91 per person | 4.9 (696) | 1h 30m | daily 07:00–11:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 7 | [Maui: Whale Watching Experience](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-whale-watching-experience/?format=md) |  | €93 per person | 4.92 (156) | 2h | daily 08:00–14:00 | up to 5 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 8 | [Maui: Ultimate 3.5 hour Whale Watch & Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-ultimate-3-5-hour-whale-watch-snorkel/?format=md) | Molokini & Snorkeling Tours | €178 per person | 4.94 (90) | 3h–4h | daily 09:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 9 | [Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch Snorkel Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-ultimate-whale-watch-snorkel-tour/?format=md) | Molokini & Snorkeling Tours | €123 per person | 4.97 (38) | 4h | daily 07:15 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant |
| 10 | [Maui Mid Day Magic Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-mid-day-magic-whale-watch/?format=md) |  | €96 per person | 4.95 (43) | 2h | daily 11:10–11:40 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 11 | [Maui Premier Whale Watching Cruise - Luxury Catamaran Experience](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-premier-whale-watching-cruise-luxury-catamaran-experience/?format=md) |  | €108 per person | 4.91 (89) | 2h | daily 08:00–13:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 12 | [Maui: 2 Hour Whale Encounter](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-2-hour-whale-encounter/?format=md) |  | €161 per person | 4.9 (51) | 2h | daily 06:30–16:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 13 | [Maui: The Best 7 am 1.5 Hour Whale Watching Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-the-best-7-am-1-5-hour-whale-watching-tour/?format=md) |  | €97 per person | 4.9 (42) | 1h 30m | daily 07:00 | up to 24 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 14 | [Maui Midday Whale Watch in the Humpback Sanctuary out of Maalaea](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-midday-whale-watch-in-the-humpback-sanctuary-out-of-maalaea/?format=md) |  | €100 per person | 4.88 (104) | 2h | daily 13:30 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 15 | [Lahaina Maui Whale Watch Motors Off Sailing in Humpback Sanctuary](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/lahaina-maui-whale-watch-motors-off-sailing-in-humpback-sanctuary/?format=md) |  | €100 per person | 4.89 (38) | 2h | daily 09:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 16 | [Maui: Makena Whale Watching and Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-makena-whale-watching-and-snorkel/?format=md) | Molokini & Snorkeling Tours | €97 per person | 4.86 (71) | 3h | daily 07:00 | private · up to 10 · instant · en |
| 17 | [Maui: VIP (12 Guests ONLY) Ultimate Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-vip-12-guests-only-ultimate-whale-watch/?format=md) |  | €114 per person | 4.86 (225) | 2h | daily 06:30–16:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 18 | [Maui: The Best 9 am 1.5 Hour Whale Watching Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-the-best-9-am-1-5-hour-whale-watching-tour/?format=md) |  | €97 per person | 4.83 (40) | 1h 30m | daily 09:00 | up to 24 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 19 | [Maui: Molokini Snorkel & Whale Watch Tour From Kihei](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-molokini-snorkel-whale-watch-tour-from-kihei/?format=md) | Molokini & Snorkeling Tours | €147 per person | 4.85 (206) | 2h 30m | daily 10:30 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 20 | [Maui: Deluxe Whale Watching Sail](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-deluxe-whale-watching-sail/?format=md) |  | €135 per person | 4.8 (60) | 2h 30m | daily 12:30–13:15 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 21 | [Maui: Whalewatch Sail from Lahaina](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-whalewatch-sail-from-lahaina/?format=md) |  | €102 per person | 4.78 (86) | 2h | daily 08:30–13:30 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 22 | [Maui: The Best 2.5 Hour Molokini Snorkel Tour & Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-the-best-2-5-hour-molokini-snorkel-tour-whale-watch/?format=md) | Molokini & Snorkeling Tours | €159 per person | 4.74 (66) | 2h 30m | daily 10:30 | up to 24 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 23 | [Maui: FULL SHADE VIP Premiere Whale Watch-Raft Kaanapali Beach](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-full-shade-vip-premiere-whale-watch-raft-kaanapali-beach/?format=md) |  | €118 per person | 4.77 (105) | 2h | daily 07:00–15:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 24 | [Maui: Whale Watch and Turtles Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-whale-watch-and-turtles-snorkel/?format=md) | Molokini & Snorkeling Tours | €134 per person | 4.77 (131) | 3h 30m | Mon Wed Fri 13:30 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 25 | [Maui's Best Whale Watch and Super Raft Adventure](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-s-best-whale-watch-and-super-raft-adventure/?format=md) |  | €121 per person | 4.73 (79) | 2h | daily 09:00–16:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 26 | [Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-whale-watching-cruise-with-open-bar-from-ka-anapali-beach/?format=md) |  | €94 per person | 4.78 (855) | 2h | daily 08:00–14:00 | up to 11 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 27 | [Maui: Whale Watching from Ma'alaea Harbor](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-whale-watching-from-ma-alaea-harbor/?format=md) |  | €91 per person | 4.76 (585) | 2h | daily 08:00–14:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 28 | [Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/tours/maui-sunset-dinner-cruise-whale-watch/?format=md) | Sunset & Dinner Cruises | €172 per person | 4.65 (516) | 3h | daily 15:30–16:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · en |

## Why each made the list

- **Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching** — Choose a powercraft cruise or an adventure raft for whale watching, with open views around the boat for photography. Filtered water and extendable camera sticks are available; children under three cannot join. 4.99 from 131 reviews at €109 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: 2 Hour Afternoon Lahaina Whale Watch** — Choose a comfort powercraft or an adventure raft for an afternoon whale watch with open views around the boat. A guide and filtered water are included; there are no onboard restrooms and children under three cannot join. 4.99 from 105 reviews at €96 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: 2 hour Lahaina Sunrise Whale Watch** — Choose between an adventure raft and a comfort powercraft for a sunrise whale watch from Lahaina. A guide, filtered water and extendable camera sticks are included; there are no restrooms on board. 5 from 77 reviews at €96 per person for 2h.
- **West Maui Sunset Whale Watch** — Watch for whales at sunset off West Maui, choosing between a powercraft and an adventure raft. Filtered water is included; there are no toilets on board, and children under three cannot join. 4.95 from 150 reviews at €96 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel with Free Photos** — Combine whale watching from a kayak with snorkeling at Turtle Town, with paddling and snorkel instruction included. Kayaks, gear, water, a dry box and same-day digital photos are provided; moderate fitness is required. 5 from 66 reviews at €137 per person for 4h.
- **Kihei, Maui: Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft** — A raft from Kihei takes up to twenty passengers to look for humpback whales off the southern end of Maui. Marine naturalist commentary and a hydrophone for listening underwater are included; the minimum age is eight. 4.9 from 696 reviews at €91 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Maui: Whale Watching Experience** — Look for humpback whales from a raft style boat departing Ka'anapali Beach, with crew commentary on the animals. Water and sodas are included; this trip is not recommended for pregnant travelers or people with spinal injuries. 4.92 from 156 reviews at €93 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: Ultimate 3.5 hour Whale Watch & Snorkel** — Travel by raft to Lanai for reef snorkeling, with whale watching during the December to April migration season. Snorkeling gear and purified water are included; children under four cannot join. 4.94 from 90 reviews at €178 per person for 3h–4h.
- **Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch Snorkel Tour** — Combine whale watching and snorkeling in a single guided Maui outing. Snorkel gear, light refreshments and bottled water are included; the minimum booking is two people and the minimum age is ten. 4.97 from 38 reviews at €123 per person for 4h.
- **Maui Mid Day Magic Whale Watch** — Choose a comfortable powercraft or an adventure raft for whale watching with views all around the boat. Water and camera extension sticks are included; there is no restroom on board, and children under three cannot join. 4.95 from 43 reviews at €96 per person for 2h.
- **Maui Premier Whale Watching Cruise - Luxury Catamaran Experience** — Watch for humpbacks from a catamaran with panoramic decks, marine naturalist narration and hydrophones for whale songs. An onboard photographer and open bar are included; reaching the restrooms involves steps and a ladder. 4.91 from 89 reviews at €108 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: 2 Hour Whale Encounter** — Look for humpback whales off Lahaina in a small shared group capped at six, with marine naturalist talks, drinking water and reef safe sunscreen included. Children under four cannot join, and hotel transport is not included. 4.9 from 51 reviews at €161 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: The Best 7 am 1.5 Hour Whale Watching Tour** — Look for whales from a raft and listen for their songs through an underwater hydrophone on this early-morning outing. Whale commentary, juice and bottled water are included; there is no restroom on board. 4.9 from 42 reviews at €97 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Maui Midday Whale Watch in the Humpback Sanctuary out of Maalaea** — Watch for humpback whales on a midday cruise from Maalaea into the Humpback Sanctuary, with drinks and snacks on board. Alcoholic drinks, water and sodas are included; harbor parking is paid separately. 4.88 from 104 reviews at €100 per person for 2h.
- **Lahaina Maui Whale Watch Motors Off Sailing in Humpback Sanctuary** — A catamaran whale watch in the ʻAuʻau Channel includes sailing with the motors off. Coffee, fruit, pastries, water, sodas and reef-safe sunscreen are included; harbor parking costs extra. 4.89 from 38 reviews at €100 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: Makena Whale Watching and Snorkel** — Look for humpbacks by kayak off Makena, then snorkel a reef on a private tour for your party. A guide, snorkeling gear, snacks and bottled water are included; hotel pickup and drop off are excluded. 4.86 from 71 reviews at €97 per person for 3h.
- **Maui: VIP (12 Guests ONLY) Ultimate Whale Watch** — Watch for humpback whales off Lahaina in a small shared group of up to twelve aboard an inflatable raft. Marine naturalist talks and water from a dispenser are included; children under three and pregnant travelers cannot join. 4.86 from 225 reviews at €114 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: The Best 9 am 1.5 Hour Whale Watching Tour** — A morning whale watch adds underwater listening through a hydrophone, with commentary on whale behavior. Juice and bottled water are included; the trip is not recommended during pregnancy or for travelers with spinal injuries. 4.83 from 40 reviews at €97 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Maui: Molokini Snorkel & Whale Watch Tour From Kihei** — Combine Molokini Crater snorkeling with whale watching from a raft departing Kihei. Snorkel gear, wetsuit tops, flotation, snacks, drinks and hydrophones are included; whale watching is seasonal and pregnant travelers cannot join. 4.85 from 206 reviews at €147 per person for 2h 30m.
- **Maui: Deluxe Whale Watching Sail** — Listen for humpback whale songs through underwater hydrophones on a sailing trip led by marine naturalists and biologists who explain whale behavior. Buffet lunch, drinks and fees are included; hotel pickup and drop-off are unavailable. 4.8 from 60 reviews at €135 per person.
- **Maui: Whalewatch Sail from Lahaina** — Sail from Lahaina with marine naturalists and biologists interpreting humpback behavior, plus hydrophones for listening to whale songs. Taxes and fuel charges are included; hotel pickup and drop off are unavailable. 4.78 from 86 reviews at €102 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: The Best 2.5 Hour Molokini Snorkel Tour & Whale Watch** — Ride a rigid hulled inflatable to combine Molokini snorkeling with whale watching and listen for whale sounds through a hydrophone. Snorkel gear is included, but reaching Molokini depends on conditions. 4.74 from 66 reviews at €159 per person for 2h 30m.
- **Maui: FULL SHADE VIP Premiere Whale Watch-Raft Kaanapali Beach** — Watch for humpback whales in West Maui's coastal waters aboard a shaded raft departing from Kaanapali Beach. A guide and onboard WiFi are included; snacks, drinks and sunscreen are not included. 4.77 from 105 reviews at €118 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: Whale Watch and Turtles Snorkel** — Combine whale watching and snorkeling from a yacht with an upper viewing deck. A barbecue lunch, soft drinks and an open bar are included; you need to arrange your own transport to Maalaea Harbor. 4.77 from 131 reviews at €134 per person for 3h 30m.
- **Maui's Best Whale Watch and Super Raft Adventure** — Look for humpbacks at water level aboard a fast raft with padded seats and a shaded viewing area. Marine naturalist narration, a hydrophone and bottled water are included; children under five cannot join. 4.73 from 79 reviews at €121 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach** — Look for humpback whales off Ka'anapali Beach with naturalists explaining what you see. An open bar, snacks and parking validation are included; beach boarding is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. 4.78 from 855 reviews at €94 per person for 2h.
- **Maui: Whale Watching from Ma'alaea Harbor** — Marine naturalists explain humpback whale behavior on this trip from Ma'alaea Harbor, with hydrophones to listen for whale songs. Taxes and fees are included; make your own way to the harbor. 4.76 from 585 reviews at €91 per person for 2h.
- **Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch** — Pair a four-course dinner at sunset with a search for migrating whales on a cruise from Ma'alaea Harbor. Alcoholic drinks and live commentary are included; hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided. 4.65 from 516 reviews at €172 per person for 3h.

## Other collections in Maui

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- [Road to Hana Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/road-to-hana-tours/?format=md) — 41 tours
- [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/private-tours-maui/?format=md) — 38 tours
- [Kayak & Paddleboard Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-kayak-paddleboard-tours/?format=md) — 19 tours
- [Helicopter & Air Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-helicopter-tours/?format=md) — 18 tours
- [Haleakala Sunrise & Summit Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/haleakala-tours/?format=md) — 16 tours
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- [Surf Lessons](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-surf-lessons/?format=md) — 16 tours
- [Sunset & Dinner Cruises](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-sunset-dinner-cruises/?format=md) — 13 tours
- [Waterfall & Rainforest Hikes](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-waterfall-hiking-tours/?format=md) — 9 tours
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- [Farm, Food & Chocolate Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-farm-food-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Island Sightseeing Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-island-sightseeing-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Lanai & Dolphin Snorkel Trips](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/lanai-snorkel-dolphin-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [ATV & Horseback Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-atv-horseback-tours/?format=md) — 4 tours

## FAQ

**How many whale watching tours in Maui are available on Guidekin?**

28 whale watching tours are available for booking in Maui on Guidekin. The top-rated is Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching with 4.99/5 from 131 reviews.

**How much do whale watching tours in Maui cost?**

Prices range from €91 to €178 per person. The most affordable option is Kihei, Maui: Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft at €91. The premium choice is Maui: Ultimate 3.5 hour Whale Watch & Snorkel at €178.

**What are the best whale watching tours in Maui?**

Based on 4901 traveler reviews across 28 tours, Maui: 2 Hour Prime Time Whale Watching leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.99/5 (131 reviews).

**How long do whale watching tours in Maui last?**

Duration ranges from 1h 30m to 4h. The shortest is Kihei, Maui: Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft at 1h 30m. The longest is Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch Snorkel Tour at 4h.

**How do I book whale watching tours in Maui on Guidekin?**

Browse 28 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

**What is the cancellation policy?**

Most whale watching tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.


## Query this catalogue with URLs

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| Group | Parameters | Values |
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| Private or shared | `tour_type` | private, shared |
| Group size | `group_size_max` (stated cap), `party_size` (your group fits) | people, e.g. 8 |
| Price (EUR) | `price_min`, `price_max` | numbers |
| Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers |
| Rating | `rating_min` | 4.5, 4.8, 4.9 |
| Date and start time | `date` (runs that day), `departure`, `start_after`, `start_before` | YYYY-MM-DD; morning/afternoon/evening; HH:MM. `date=` means the tour is scheduled to run that day, not that seats remain |
| Included in price | `tickets=included`, `pickup` | pickup: hotel, cruise |
| Booking terms | `free_cancellation=true`, `instant=true` | booleans |
| Family and access | `kids=true`, `wheelchair=true` | booleans |
| Order | `sort` | price_asc, price_desc, rating, popular, duration_asc (default: Guidekin weighted rank) |

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- Runs on a date, morning start: https://guidekin.com/usa/maui/maui-whale-watching/?date=2026-11-22&departure=morning

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