See whales or cruise again for free on a trip of the same or lesser value from Maalaea, the Big Island, or Oahu, or apply the retail value of your ticket toward an upgrade onto any other Hawaii nautical trip. The wildlife guarantee is for re-rides only; there are no refunds.
- Get out onto the Oahu water for the best opportunity to spot humpback whales
- Learn all about whales and their behavior from your guide
- Plenty of space on board: No need to jostle for the best views
- If you don’t spot a whale, you can do the tour again for free
What To Expect
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
Historic Maalaea General Store & Restaurant
Check in at The Historic Maalaea General Store, Built in 1910. It was constructed by the Maui Dry goods and Grocery Company to serve the local fishing community and employees of the Wailuku Sugar Company. The store is the oldest surviving wood-frame building associated with the Japanese fishing community that developed in Maalaea Village.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Maalaea Harbor
A wonderful starting point for Maui’s best ocean experiences adventures. Join the fun, welcome aboard Hawaii Nautical for breathtaking whale watching, world class snorkeling spots, and stunning Hawaiian sunset cocktail cruises.
• Admission Ticket Included
Maalaea Bay
Located on the beautiful bay with a marina for small boats, this is a relaxing resort community. Māʻalaea Bay is a large bay in the southwestern coast of Maui, in the Hawaiian islands. Several small towns are located close to the bay, notably the town of Māʻalaea. The bay is approximately three miles long. The famous surf break known as “Freight Trains” crosses Māʻalaea Bay on Maui’s southern shore
• Admission Ticket Included
McGregor Point and Lighthouse
Open 24 hours, a wonderful lighthouse, watching the ocean hitting the rocks is spectacular. A small path leads to a secluded tide pool and jagged coastline with rock formations. Locations will be chosen based on the day’s best weather, ocean conditions and with guest input.
• Admission Ticket Included
Molokini Crater
Molokini Crater is a partially submerged volcanic crater located in the Pacific Ocean between the islands of Maui and Kahoʻolawe. The name Molokini means “Many Ties” in Hawaiian. Locations will be chosen based on the day’s best weather, ocean conditions and with guest input.
• Admission Ticket Included
Sugar Beach
Sugar Beach is a six-mile long beach in Maui, Hawaii. It’s located on the shores of Maalaea Bay and is named for its fine white sand. The beach is good for swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking, canoe paddling, sunbathing, bodyboarding, and long walks. Visitors can also watch for whales and green sea turtles, and enjoy spectacular sunsets. Locations will be chosen based on the day’s best weather, ocean conditions and with guest input.
• Admission Ticket Included
Haycraft Park
Haycraft Park is part of the longest uninterrupted stretch of beach on Maui, along with Baby Beach and Sugar Beach. Locations will be chosen based on the day’s best weather, ocean conditions and with guest input.
• Admission Ticket Included
Coral Gardens
Coral Gardens is a natural reef formation in Maui, Hawaii it is only accessible by boat. It’s located in a protected bay on the west side of the island, south of Lahaina and Olowalu. Locations will be chosen based on the day’s best weather, ocean conditions and with guest input.
• Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Include
Includes soda, juice, and water
Exclude
Private transportation
Max group – 6
