2-Hour Ma'alaea Humpback Whale Watching Cruise for up to 6 Guests

Experience a thrilling 2-hour Ma’alaea Humpback Whale Watching Cruise with a wildlife guarantee. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Maalaea - Mā‘alaea is a centuries-old Hawaiian fishing village—once home to a prominent heiau and one of the island’s largest collections of petroglyphs—whose canoe landing served as a portal to Maui for Hawaiian kings and warriors.
  • Maalaea General Store - Check in at The Historic Maalaea General Store, Built in 1910. It was constructed by…
What's Included
  • Binoculars provided for whale viewing
  • $10 stipend per guest to use at the Ma’alaea General Store before departure
  • Snacks
  • Professional captain, crew and marine naturalist guide
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the thrill of observing Maui’s humpback whales up close on the Amore, a 42-foot Boston Whaler 420 Outrage crafted for comfort, stability, and elegance. Departing from Ma‘alaea, this two-hour journey provides an unforgettable glimpse of these majestic creatures in their winter breeding habitat.
A knowledgeable captain and marine naturalist will…

Location
Maalaea General Store
Maalaea Road
Check in at the Maalaea General Store, 132 Maalaea Road Maalaea Harbor, Maui
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lopa_h
Feb 15, 2026
This was the highlight of... - This was the highlight of our week on Maui. Sam and Ben were fun and knowledgeable. It was a windy and rough day, but they handled the boat beautifully. No one felt sick due to the waves, but we all got wet, so dress appropriately! We saw whales breeching up close and got plenty of pictures.
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Blueocean127
Jan 24, 2026
Great time searching for whales in Maui! - Great trip with Captain Jonathan & First mate Ben! My hubby & I were tired of the crowds on some of the whale watches, so we checked out Hawaii Nautical's power boat trip. The boat holds 6 people and had plenty of room for all to spread out and enjoy. Whales were all around us as we cruised around out from the Maalaea Harbor. Great time with great folks...It was memorable for sure!
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Robin
Jan 11, 2026
Amazing crew - The crew was great! Very friendly. We got to see many whales. The boat was very nice. I am glad we only had 6 people. Very personal. It was nice to not be with a bunch of strangers.
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William
Dec 8, 2025
Early Season Whale Watch - Jon and Shelby were great fun and helpful. We were early in the migration season, seeing only three distant whale pods. But, we had a beautiful, calm day to be on the water. Very nice, clean and well-maintained Boston Whaler all to ourselves!
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Maia
Dec 4, 2025
Friendly crew, beautiful boat - I had a wonderful time on this outing. I was solo and the captain and crew member included me in conversation the whole time. They were both knowledgeable and personable. I also really appreciate that the outfit didn’t cancel on me due to low bookings, as I was the only paying guest.
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Stu
Mar 30, 2025
Awesome Family Experience - Captain Ryan and Zade provided an awesome experience for my family. Both were terrific with a ton of knowledge to share. Tremendous value overall with all of the feel of a private charter at a fraction of the cost. Got us up close in a professional manner that was never a nuisance to the whales and did not obstruct their path in the least. Well mannered, friendly and professional service from beginning to end. Highly recommend.
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Joe_z
Mar 15, 2025
This Capt and his mate... - This Capt and his mate were first class all day. They took every effort to show they truly cared about us and getting LOTS of whale sightings. True professionals. If you plan on taking a whale sightings tour, do not pass this team up!
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Therese_b
Feb 26, 2025
Exceptional and breathtaking - Captain Spencer and Gabriel were amazing! We saw whales the entire time we were with them. They gave us background on whale behaviors and in many cases explained how the mother was teaching her new baby. It was absolutely beautiful. We highly recommend!! (They also have snorkeling excursions available)
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Robert_d
Feb 5, 2025
Great!... - Great! Very smooth mechanics for making the arrangements. And a very positive outcome…best way To see whales.
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Connie_l
Feb 2, 2025
Double Breach!!! - So worth the $$. Captain Greg and his 1 st mate we're fantastic. Very kind and welcoming. We saw lots of whales and at the end a spectacular double breach!!!
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From $279
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).