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Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina Harbor

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Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina Harbor
Scenic views of Maui's coastline, enjoyed from the deck of a whale-watching excursion boat.
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Catch an exciting peek at the underwater world on this whale-watching cruise in Maui. Your excursion includes narration from your captain and crew, as you learn more about these majestic creatures. Enjoy stunning views and photo opportunities while traveling along Maui’s exquisite coastline. Your family-friendly cruise comes with a guarantee that you spot a whale during your adventure.
  • Guaranteed Whale Sightings or go again for free
  • Witness majestic humpback whales on Maui’s largest and most comfortable whale watching tour boats
  • Experienced naturalists share the story of our humpback whales and explain each of the whale actions you witness
  • With both an upper deck and an enclosed main cabin, you may choose to watch in the open air or protected from the elements down below
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Lahaina Cruise Company , 675 Wharf St, Lahaina, HI 96761, USA
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Lahaina Harbor, North End, Main Booth located near the Lighthouse, Lahaina Cruise Company. We are the booth on the main loading dock located across the Best Western Pioneer Inn.

This activity will end right where it started.
Hop aboard your vessel in Lahaina and settle in on the upper observation deck or the enclosed main cabin with large viewing windows. Commentary is provided as you go, along with images from an under web cam and hydrophone (subject to water conditions) for additional visibility.

This tour operates during the whale migration period from December until May, when humpback whales come to Maui’s warm waters to breed, a 3,500-mile (5635 km) departure from their feeding waters in Alaska. Keep your eyes peeled as your captain and crew help to point out any marine life that pops up, and soak up the stunning backdrop of the island’s coastline.

This tour has multiple departures times to fit your travel schedule, and concludes at its original departure point.
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Dress appropriately. Viewing whales is often best done outside on the viewing decks. Wear sunscreen, secure hats and belongings and dress for breezy "on the water" conditions
  • Maximum capacity is 145 passengers
  • Tour operator reserves the right to substitute vessels, routes and destinations based on vessel operations, weather and sea conditions without notice
  • Due to new Homeland Security Procedures all passengers may be subject to a random search of their personal effects (including carry ons) and all passengers must be able to provide identification upon the request of vessel personnel as proof of his/her identity. Due to these changes it is imperative that each guest have a valid ID with them at all times.
  • Check-in minimum 30 minutes prior to departure of tour at the Lahaina Cruise Company booth on the Main Loading Dock, next to construction site.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Secure your parking before check-in time as 3-hour free parking & pay parking lots are monitored for citations. All are within a few minutes walk to check-in point.
  • Tour boarding begins and closes 10 minutes before departure.
  • Departures leave promptly at designated times to avoid delays on return times.
  • Full refunds are eligible with 24-hr notice. Less than 24-hr notice due to medical circumstances a doctor visit note may be required for a full refund.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 145 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Lahaina Cruise Company / Hawaii Ocean Project
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina Harbor?
A:The policy on sanitization is:

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
See all safety measures taken by Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina Harbor.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina Harbor?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
See all safety measures taken by Maui Whale Watch Cruise from Lahaina Harbor.

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Traveler Tips

  • "It was So less crowded than the cheaper cruises; well worth the price!" See review
  • "It was fairly inexpensive so I wasn’t sure if it would be good, but it was amazing!" See review
  • "Tables on top deck make it quite hard to get to other side when there is a whale" See review

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star-3
Don’t sell tickets if isn’t a whale season
wendy_c
, May 2022
We didn’t see the whales!!!!paying $150 just to riding but the guys were so friendly and knowledgeable.
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star-1
Recommendation - NOT!
Neil_R
, May 2022
This tour was canceled by the operator. But Viator still sent me tickets and charged me for the tour. I would never use Viator again and recommend that you don’t either
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star-4
ARRIVE EARLY TO ALLOW TIME TO PARK AND FIGURE OUT WHERE TO GET TICKETS AND LINE UP.
Michael_C
, May 2022
Recommend arriving early. Company needs to have staff available where line forms to direct passengers on where to go to get tickets and where to line up. Passengers should not be left to figure out what to do or seek advice from other passengers. Recommend coming during height of whale watching season. May was not a very active period for whale watching and company should have offered discounted prices knowing this info.
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Our timing was not good....
Donald_C
, May 2022
Our timing was not good. We came to Maui at the very end of the whale season. If we can come again, we’ll come earlier.
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star-5
Late in season whale watch
William_F
, May 2022
We took this late in the season whale watching tour and was happily surprised to find a momma, baby and bull whale.
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star-5
Amazing adventure!
Laura_S
, May 2022
Saw mom & baby whales and bonus school of dolphins!! Crew were 1st class. Would recommend to anyone wanting a great whale tour
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star-4
No Whales Seen
Amy_N
, May 2022
Unfortunately, we did not see any whales on our tour. The crew was very friendly and informative. They said this was the first tour where no whales had been spotted. We enjoyed the boat ride. We called to see if we could get on another tour before we had to leave the island but no tours were available. We did get reimbursed for our tickets.
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star-5
The ONLY whale watching tour you should go on
Jen_C
, May 2022
This was the highlight of our trip to Maui. We knew it was late in the season and the chances of seeing any whales were slim. The captain and crew were very knowledgeable about the whales. With the end of season in mind it did take a while before we saw any whales - but they didn't disappoint and we saw a lot of activity. The crew said it had been several days since they had seen that amount of activity and they were very excited, dancing and cheering when the whales appeared. It was so wonderful to see how much the captain and crew care about the whales and their habitats. We will be back on future trips. Highly recommend.
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star-5
A Whale of a Time
Isa_A
, May 2022
Well worth it! The staff advised us of the activities of the whales, behavior and what to look for as we launched out. Looking for promising signs, the boat was brought in towards frisky trios (the best for viewing) with enough force and target that the captain could shut off the motors and drift towards the whales, thereby keeping the whales safe and at ease. We had whales swimming around us, under the boat, popping up alongside the boat to look at us and jumping up over the waves doing their thing. Even with a full ship to maneuver around on deck, everyone got to see plenty of whales up close. My only problem was my cell phone ran out of space from all the video I took!
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star-5
Worth the wait
Pam_G
, Apr 2022
Due to the late whale watching season, we were hopeful to see at least one. When someone saw a whale blow and we were able to come alongside a mother and calf! It made our day. Then we found out there were other whales not far away so we left to find them and was not disappointed. The whales flapped their fins and came up many times! It was a wonderful sight. Had an awesome experience.
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star-5
A great experience!
Phyllis_K
, Apr 2022
We had a great time! Captain was hoping that we would get to see some whales. Two mama’s and two calves with a few suitors competing for attention. One of the calves showed out by breaching several times. Def recommend and would do it again if I get the chance.
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star-5
Great experience!
Diana_H
, Apr 2022
Our captain was informational and friendly! Even though it was the end of the season, we got to see quite a good amount of whales!
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star-5
Wonderful experience, costs more through this site
Eric_W
, Apr 2022
Best experience I’ve ever had in Maui and possibly anywhere. Keep in mind that there was a lot of luck involved with finding such an active group (the crew certainly helped too). The downside is that you pay $20 extra per person by booking through this site despite the site “guaranteeing” the lowest price. Lahaina Cruise Company charges less to book direct (this site also won’t tell you the company until you pay)
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star-5
Wow
Marrisa_V
, Apr 2022
We went at the end of the season and still saw some whales! We saw a baby and a momma. The baby even breached for us!
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star-5
Great trip
Donald_R
, Apr 2022
Captain and staff were very knowledgeable and fun! Recommended to everyone! We saw whales and dolphins.
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star-2
No whales.
Louise_G
, Apr 2022
Would have been ok if we actually got to see anything, let alone whales. It was unfortunately a big fat zero. We knew it was risky doing this the last week in April but communications ahead of time assured us we would be able to view whales. Not so. No offer for a voucher as advertised.
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star-4
Saw the whales!
Mary_D
, Apr 2022
The captain’s comments regarding whales were great. We found some, even late in the season. The size of the ship provided nice stability, but also made it a little harder to see the whales. It was really a very nice trip.
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star-5
So much fun!
Nadine_M
, Apr 2022
Watching the whales wave at us, especially the calf! Also the whole crew was so kind in accomadating me as I am disabled. Thank you for our great experience!
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star-4
Fun Boat Ride!!
Jody_F
, Apr 2022
We saw a few whales even though it was late in the season but the fun began when the Maui Spinner dolphins joined us for a grand ole jumpin fun time. Very warm beautiful weather
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star-5
Had a WHALE of a time!
Daniel_O
, Apr 2022
The captain and crew were AWESOME!! Captain was very informative about the whales and spinner dolphins!! The dolphins were a special treat jumping and spinning!! We were very lucky to see the whales at this time! Most had migrated already by now BUT the captain got us right there for them to show off for us!!
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