Whale Watch Sail

Pacific Whale Foundation

This whale watch sail is aboard the Ocean Spirit, a modern catamaran, and is led by certified marine naturalists who will share fascinating whale facts.

🐋 Pacific Whale Foundation - Whale Watch Sail

Come aboard the Ocean Spirit, a modern catamaran, and enjoy a whale watch sail along the scenic Maui coastline. This whale watch excursion is led by certified marine naturalists who will share fascinating whale facts and interpret the humpback whales’ behaviors and characteristics.

🌟 Tour Highlights:

  • Fun whale watch sail departing from Ma'alaea Harbor
  • Underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs
  • On board Jr. Naturalist program for kids
  • Plenty of great photo opportunities

🧳 Tour Inclusions:

  • Filtered water
  • Whale sightings guaranteed or go again free

Special instructions

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Where & When
Tour time:
7:30 am - 9:30 am
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Check in 45 minutes prior to departure at the Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Store at the Maui Harbor Shops, located at 192 Maalaea Rd, Wailuku (GPS address). View Map

Parking is paid throughout the harbor. Please review signage upon arrival.
Restrictions
There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Wheelchairs: This vessel is NOT wheelchair accessible. The vessel has really high steps so it is not suggested even with assistance to board from another member of your group.
Special Notes
Affordable rentals of binoculars and cameras are available.
Snacks and beverages are available for purchase on board, including soda and juice.
The Ocean Spirit will use its sail when possible depending on weather conditions or whale activity, but the captain may need to use the engines for the safety of the animals, in accordance with Pacific Whale Foundation's "Be Whale Aware" policies for safe and sustainable humpback whale viewing.
Operation Days
Daily from mid-November through March
Duration
2 hours
Capacity
55 passengers
Equipment
The Ocean Spirit is Pacific Whale Foundation's newest sailing catamaran. It was custom designed and features streamlined hulls and a spacious deck design, providing the ultimate in passenger comfort. The extra large deck offers plenty of outdoor seating. The vessel features his and her air-conditioned bathrooms, padded seating and a surround sound system.

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