Catamaran Whale Watch
Departure: Maalaea Harbor, Slip 56
Available: Dec 15 – April 1
Times: 8am Ali’i Nui – Check in 7:45a
1pm Ali’i Kai – Check in 12:45p
Duration: 2 hours
Join us for an unforgettable encounter with Maui’s most cherished visitor, the majestic humpback whale. The warm, welcoming waters off West Maui are a favored retreat for these incredible creatures. Delight in selections from our premium open bar as you marvel at the whales breaching, tail-slapping, and playing in their natural paradise. Our daily whale watch tours run from December 15th until these gentle giants make their way back to Alaska in April.
Highlights:
- Guaranteed sightings or we treat you to another excursion
- Whale narration by our certified marine naturalists
- Full premium open bar
- Hydrophone Maui’s best ‘whale karaoke’
Premium Top Deck on the Alii Kai
*ONLY available on 1pm departure – Adults Only (16+)
- Priority Boarding by Captain
- Private Naturalist & Server
- Moet & Chandon Bubbles
- Personal Binoculars
- Best Whale Watching Seats on Maui
- Full Vessel Access
- Maximum of 12 guests (private buyout up to 20)
Know Before You Go:
- Vessel Location: Slip #56 Ma’alaea Harbor (300 Ma’alea Road, Wailuku, HI 96753) on the Oceanside Pier.
- Parking: Arrive early to the harbor to use the QR Codes posted throughout the harbor to purchase parking using your smartphone. Rates are about $1/hour. Recommend paying for 3 hours to avoid any fees in case vessel has a delayed return to the harbor.
- Waiver: All guests are required to fill out a waiver prior to boarding Alii Nui. Waivers may be completed using the link in your confirmation email from FareHarbor. They may also be completed Here: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/v/aliisnorkel
Notes: Gratuity Required for groups of 8 or more. Guests do not enter the water and we do not sail.
