Whale Watching: Maui's Gentle Giants

Dive into the world of humpback whales on the Alii Nui Maui Whale Watch Sail. Observe their playful habits, listen to their amazing songs, and enjoy maximum space and comfort on this unforgettable experience.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Maalaea Harbor - Experience an unforgettable adventure with Maui’s beloved guest, the magnificent humpback whale. The inviting waters of West Maui serve as a preferred haven for these remarkable animals. Enjoy choices from our premium open bar while you watch the whales breach, slap their tails, and frolic in their natural habitat. Our daily whale…
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Marine naturalist narration of whale behavior & migration, hydrophone to hear real-time whale songs
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Professional photographer onboard for wildlife & scenic moments (photos available for purchase)
  • Catamaran comfort: panoramic viewing decks, shaded cabin & large restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

From December to April, the waters surrounding Maui are teeming with the magnificent humpback whales, and the best way to experience this spectacle is from the deck of our 65-foot catamaran.
This two-hour adventure is dedicated solely to whale watching. There is no snorkeling or sailing involved, just uninterrupted time to witness breaches, tail slaps,…

Location
Maalaea Harbor
Check in location is Slip #56 at Ma'alaea Harbor on Oceanside Pier. Ali'i Nui Sailing Charters. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to departure for the check-in process.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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James_c
Apr 27, 2026
Really nice excursion,... - Really nice excursion, great boat (60 ft) and fantastic crew. The food was pretty good (pulled pork sliders with a vegan option). Drink options were basic but open bar. Over all, it was a great experience. Just make sure you pay attention to the humpback whale season so you catch them migrating.
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M9645ohterryw
Apr 8, 2026
Whale watching tour on Alli Nui - We saw lots of whales and the Alli Nui crew was great!
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Kelsey_h
Apr 3, 2026
Had a great time on this... - Had a great time on this tour. The crew was friendly and provided top notch service to everyone. We were able to find a mama and baby whale which was so fun to see.
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Lindsey
Apr 1, 2026
Great Time, Great Crew! - We had a fabulous time and would highly recommend! The crew shared some very interesting information on the whales and dolphins we saw - I was surprised by how many whales we saw seeing as it was late in the season. We loved the food, drinks and of course the jokes! The photographer was an added bonus as well. Overall a great time!
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Sydney_t
Mar 30, 2026
Loved this tour. - Super fun, relaxing, and hospitable. We had ample time to watch whales, enjoy the sun, views, snacks and beverages.
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Marilyn_h
Mar 29, 2026
Grand experience! - Beautiful catamaran and wonderful staff. Very accommodating, friendly and waited on us like we were special. This is the second time we booked a trip with them. First time was a sunset dinner cruise and the food was outstanding. This time we booked a whale watching trip and saw lots of whales. Even the crew got excited when a whale approached the boat.
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Garrett
Mar 28, 2026
Great Time, Great Boat, Whales! - My wife and I had a great time whale watching on your honeymoon. We did see several whales throughout the trip and really enjoyed the boat. It was a beautiful day on the ocean and I think this is worth the boat ride itself. Would do again!
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Lori_a
Mar 27, 2026
Maui whale watch. - Crew is wonderful and boat is very nice. We found whales early and food was very good. Bar service was excellent
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Tlctlc32
Mar 25, 2026
We were Mugged in Hawaii....by whales - This tour was amazing! The boat, the food and the staff were fantastic! We saw a pod of males chasing a female, they came within 100 yards of the boat which they told us is called "mugging". Incredible experience, I highly recommend this crew!
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Whitney_b
Mar 23, 2026
Loved it - Great experience!! Would do again. Family of 5. We saw a ton of whales and baby ones. Really neat experience.
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