Whale Watching Cruises at Maalaea Harbor

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).

For three generations they have been meeting or exceeding visitor's

expectations. Guests come from all over the world and from all walks of

life. But they all have one thing in common...they all deserve the very

best. Trilogy invites you to join them soon for the best day of your

vacation.

EXCURSIONS FROM MAALAEA HARBOR

• Maalaea Whale Watch

• Discover Molokini

(808) 874-5649 Toll-Free: 1-888-225-MAUI

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 West Maui is one the best viewing areas in all of Hawaii.

Scientists estimate that approximately 4,000 to 5,000 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.

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.

(800) 942-5311

Whale watching on the Calypso could be the coolest two hours you spend on

Maui in the wintertime. This fabulous catamaran is really decked out (there

are three levels, plus a great captain and crew), which ensures a great view

of the water's surface.

Your marine naturalist will keep you entertained with explanations of all the

humpback happenings like mamas teaching babies how to breach, a

competition pod of males running through the area, or a whale couple

engaging in synchronized swimming. With snacks, drinks, and whales on the

smooth-riding Calypso, we can't think of anything else you'd need.

Whale, what are you waiting for? Book your seats on Calypso now!

(808) 856-4260 or Toll Free U.S. (888) 700-3764

MAALAEA HARBOR

101 Maalaea Boat Harbor Rd, Wailuku, HI 96793

Harbor Office: (808) 243-5818

DLNR Maui Office: (808) 243-5824

E-mail: dbor.maui@hawaii.gov

20° 47′ 28″ N, 156° 30′ 36″ W

NOAA NAUTICAL CHART #19350

Maalaea Bay, Island of Maui

Alii Nui offers Luxury Saling Excursions on their 65' sailing catamaran from

Maalaea Harbor.

Alii Nui offers custom private charters as well as a Romantic Sunset Sail,

a Royal Feast Dinner Sail, Molokini Snorkeling Excursions and Whale

Watching from December to April.

Alii Nui also offers Huka Diving with a surface supplied air system to

breath underwater and without the need for Scuba certification.

Complimentary transportation is available from the resort areas on the

south shore and west shore of Maui.

(808) 875-0333 or Toll Free in US 1-800-542-3483

Four Winds II is a 55' sailing catamaran with glass bottom viewing and

offers a Morning Snorkel to Molokini Crater and an Afternoon Snorkel to

Coral Gardens or Molokini dependng on winds.

Maui Classic Charters has been offering sailing cruises in Hawaii for over

30 years.

Four Winds II offers upper and lower decks with plenty of shade in a

covered cabin, a complete galley and bar, fresh water shower, waterslide,

BBQ and a stereo sound system. Free use of their snorkeling equipment.

(808) 879-8188 or Toll Free 1-800-736-5740

The vessels Paragon and Paragon II each feature new construction

techniques and hull design paired with state-of-the-art rotating carbon

fiber masts. This mast technology was used by the America's Cup winning

catamaran, Stars and Stripes, and results in each ships ability to achieve

incredible speeds while ensuring your safety and comfort.

Maui's fastest, high performance sailing catamarans offer sailing charters,

Molokini Crater and Coral Gardens Snorkeling, Lana'i beach Picnic Sails

and Lahaina Sunset Sailing and Lahaina Private Charters.

• Whale Watch - December to April

• Pali Coast Snorkel & Performance Sail

• Lahaina Champagne Sunset & Performance Sail

• Molokini Snorkel & Performance Sail

• Lanai Snorkel, Beach Picnic & Performance Sail

• Captain's Choice West Maui Charter

• Private Charters