Maui Whale Watching Guides: Boats, Timing, Kids, Rules
Planning guides for a Maui whale watch: raft or catamaran, morning or afternoon, which side of the island, kids, seasickness and the 100-yard rule.
Which Side of Maui Is Best for Whale Watching?
West Maui or South Maui for whale watching: where the whales gather, which harbor suits your hotel, and where to stay for whales from your balcony.
Read guide →Morning or Afternoon for a Maui Whale Watch?
Is whale watching better in the morning or the afternoon in Maui? Wind, light, prices and sunset trips compared, with the departures to book for each.
Read guide →The 100-Yard Rule: How Close Can You Get to a Whale in Maui?
Hawaii's humpback approach rules: 100 yards by boat, kayak, board or swimming, 1,000 feet by air, no cutting in front. Can you touch a whale? Is it ethical?
Read guide →Raft or Catamaran for a Maui Whale Watch?
Raft or catamaran for whale watching in Maui: how close each gets, comfort, shade, restrooms, ages, seasickness and price, with one pick of each.
Read guide →Will I Get Seasick on a Maui Whale Watch?
Do people get seasick whale watching in Maui? How sheltered the water is, the calmest boats and departure times, and what to take before you board.
Read guide →Whale Watching in Maui with Kids
Whale watching in Maui with kids: minimum ages boat by boat, which trips let small children ride free, raft or catamaran for families, and what to pack.
Read guide →Short on planning time? See the eco-raft whale watch →