During the winter months (December-April), approximately 10,000
Humpback whales migrate to Hawaii waters to breed, give birth, and nurse
their young. Take advantage of an amazing opportunity to get up close and
personal with magnificent giants of the sea.
Spend 3 hours or more aboard your own private yacht, where you won't have
to worry about looking over shoulders or bumping elbows with strangers-
everyone gets a front row seat! Watch as the whales breach and listen as
they sing with our onboard hydrophone.
Set sail in Hawaii on a private yacht charter aboard a luxurious 43'
Beneteau Oceanis built in France. Experience performance sailing,
personalized snorkel trips, whale watching, or liveaboard, inter-island cruises
aboard a private sailing yacht.
• 3-hr Pailolo Channel Performance Sailing or Intimate Sunset Sails
• 3-hr Memorials At Sea or Ash Scattering Services
• 6+ hr All Day Fun Under The Sun
• Multi-Day, Overnight, Liveaboard Cruises
Protecting Our Oceans Through Science and Advocacy
Experience Maui's top-rated whalewatch with the experts at Pacific Whale
Foundation—departing from historic Lahaina Harbor. We offer multiple
departure times from Lahaina, including sunrise, morning, afternoon and
sunset cruises. We also offer Whalewatch Specials from Lahaina with
discounted prices.
Informative and fun, each two-hour whalewatch is led by a team of certified
Marine Naturalists, who explain and interpret the social behavior of
humpback whales. Listen to whale songs through underwater hydrophones
and watch a variety of whale behaviors.
Whale sightings are guaranteed on all Pacific Whale Foundation
whalewatches (from November 7 – May 15) or you go again free at your
convenience within one year of your cruise. We are proud of our 97%
sighting success rate. This boat tour will take you through the breeding and
mating area of the North Atlantic Humpback Whales. Every trip is different
on these ocean adventures, you never know what you will experience.
Each winter there's an increase in visitors to the islands, Humpback whales, the State of Hawaii's official marine
mammal. From as early as September until as late as May, humpback whales can be seen in the near-shore
waters surrounding the Hawaiian Islands and taking a Whale Watch Cruise is the best viewing spot in Hawaii.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary estimates that over 12,000 humpback
whales, two-thirds of the North Pacific stock, migrate to Hawaii each winter. From their feeding grounds in
Alaska, they cross 3,000 miles of ocean to reach their winter destination, which offers the promise of relaxation,
adventure and "romance." The primary activities that humpback whales engage in during their stay in Hawaii
include mating, birthing and nursing. Male humpbacks also spend their time competing with others for female
attention and perfecting their singing techniques.
A whale watching cruise can be an awe-inspiring experience from the water. Mothers can be seen teaching their
calves to breach, and males can be seen competing with one another in fierce head-to-head battles. The
underwater vocal stylings of male humpback whales can even be heard by divers, snorkelers and boaters. The
thrill of such encounters has fostered a strong love of humpbacks in the islands.
The average season for most Hawaii Harbor's whale watching cruises is December 15 - April 15th, some cruises
are only available January - March.
As Hawaii's premiere family owned ocean recreation company for 49
the finest activities that these islands have to offer.
For many, a trip to Maui from December 15th - April 15th is not
complete without a Maui whale watching experience. Trilogy's wide,
comfortable, catamarans offer a stable viewing platform that makes
this ocean experience safe for the whole family. On this two-hour
whale watch, Trilogy is dedicated to sharing accurate information
about the Humpback Whale and its habitat with our guests through
our onboard naturalists. Our goal is to give the guest a meaningful
encounter with these magnificent creatures without disturbing their
behavior and following the Sanctuary Whale Watching Guidelines
(recognizing the approach limits of 100 Yards).
Makai Adventures is commited to sharing the Aloha Spirit with all of our
guests, offering small group adventures on Maui's most comfortable and
exlusive yachts, from Private Sailing charters to shared small group whale
watching.
adventures are limited to small groups of 24 passengers or less. Dec. 15
thru April 15.
Every year, thousands of Humpback Whales migrate from cold Alaskan
waters to spend the winter in warm Hawaii. Kohola is the Hawaiian name
for these magnificent creatures of the sea. Many Kohola are born here in
Hawaii. They will continue to return to our islands throughout their life to
breed and give birth. Hear them sing with our onboard hydrophone and
learn their song!
MAUI TURTLE SNORKEL - Escape the crowds aboard Lahaina's most
comfortable & Spacious small boat for a half-day fun adventure under the
sun.
LANAI SNORKEL & DOLPHINS - Explore the sea cliffs of Lana'i! Snorkel
prestine reefs, sightseeing, dolphins, sea cliffs, and whale watching.
Photo courtesy Makai Adventures
Departs from Lahaina Harbor Slip #16
Photos courtesy Trilogy Excursions
Join us on our luxury crewed catamaran charters which offer the
perfect setting for those seeking the ultimate Hawaiian getaway.
Space, privacy, luxury, and comfort; all of which Hawaii Catamaran
Charters will provide for those who want to combine sailing and
relaxation in one of the most beautiful destinations in the world, the
Hawaiian Islands.
7 Days, 6 Nights - Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and back to Oahu.
4 Days, 3 Nights - Maui, Molokai and Lanai.
2 Days, 1 Night - You pick the island, Oahu, Maui, Molokai or
Lanai, for an overnight adventure.
• Overnight Charters • Multi-Island Trips • Bareboat Charters • Whale Watching • Snorkel Trips
• Company Party • Photo Shoots • Special Events • Sunset Sails • Learn to Sail
Private Charter Sailing Adventures on Maui
GungHo Sailing offers custom-tailored private sailing charters on Maui.
We offer Day Sails and Sunset Sails and we are here to help you
experience Maui in a new way.
Live Reservations
Photos courtesy Quicksilver Maui
Humpback Whale Watching is available December through April.
Our 2-hour tours include an educational and informative narrative.
Travel across the Au’au Channel to snorkel the Pineapple Island – Lanai!
Leave the shores of Maui behind on our Deluxe Lanai Snorkeling Tour.
Large coral reefs fringe the wild, remote, and sparsely populated island.
The waters off Lanai are home to a pod of over 100 spinner dolphins!
Quicksilver Maui offers a Dinner Cruise with delicious entrées, table
seating, island-style music, lovely ocean views, and island drink favorites
like the Mai Tai, Lava Flow and Pina Colada highlight this experience. The
dinner cruise is the perfect setting for a beautiful Maui sunset.
Quicksilver Maui Deluxe Snorkeling Tour is now offering an afternoon
snorkeling charter to the magnificent snorkel spot Lahaina Turtle Town!
Lahaina Turtle Town is where turtles are almost always seen amongst a
variety of beautiful Hawaiian fish!
Located on the front row of Lahaina Harbor, Slip #2, offering Sailing,
snorkeling, sunset sails, whale watches (in season) and private
charters.
sailing adventure aboard the Scotch Mist II a lasting memory of your
vacation on Maui!
Scoth Mist offers a two hour afternoon sail along the Maui coast.
Sailing, Snorkeling, Sunset Sails, Whale Watches (in season) and
Private Charters.
Departing from Ka'anapali Beach
(808) 495-1001
Video courtesy NOAA - Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary
The Daytime Sailing Charter is great for groups or families of six
looking to enjoy a few hours of sailing around Maui.
Want to see a quieter side of Maui? Book a Maui sunset sail to
enjoy incredible views of the island as the sun sets above the ocean.
Whether you are a beginner looking to get into sailing, or have some
experience and looking to reinforce and build upon what you already know.
Snorkel and sail – enjoy the best of Maui’s gorgeous marine coastline.
Live Reservations
sailing experience in Hawaii. We offer performance sailing tours,
destination snorkeling cruises, beautiful sunset sailing, and exclusive
private charters. Book your trip today, and let our friendly and
knowledgeable crew show you the very best of Maui.
Live Reservations
EXPLORE WEST MAUI WITH THE CAPTAIN AS YOUR GUIDE
DIVE INTO MOLOKINI’S CLEAR WATERS
SAIL INTO MAUI’S AMAZING SUNSET
JOIN US WHERE THE HORIZON MEETS THE SEA
SNORKEL AMONG MAUI'S GREEN SEA TURTLES
EXPLORE THE INCREDIBLE COAST OF LANA'I
friends once you’re on board. You’re here to have a good time, learn
about the ocean, Maui, whales (seasonal) and all that good stuff.
We’re a team of like-minded, easy-going, salty sailors that absolutely
love our jobs and all the cool people we get to meet! When you come
on a trip with us, we promise to do everything in our power to make
sure you have the time of your life out on the water.
Check in at the Sea Maui Kiosk located between
Leilani's and Hula Grill along the beach walk at
Whaler's Village Shopping Center
2435 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, HI 96761
Live Reservations
HARBORS:
LAHAINA WHALE WATCHING
LAHAINA HARBOR
675 Wharf Street, Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Office: (808) 662-4060
