Come experience Maui Whale Watching this December as the amazing gray whales start their southern migration. More hints?
Beginning their long trip from the frigid waters of Alaska, these enormous animals find their way to the warm lagoons of Baja Mexico. By April, they arrive at the beaches where they birth and raise their calves in the coziness of warm seas.
Thousands of whales travel an astounding 5,000 miles annually, passing barely miles off Maui’s shore between December and April. Maui’s 70-mile coastline offers the ideal vantage position for guests to view this amazing display.
This season will let you see some of the amazing 10,000-mile Pacific gray whale migration from Alaska to Mexico. And from May to November, be on lookout for the great blue whales and the powerful fin whales.
Still, this encounter is fascinating not only for the whales! As they travel the large open ocean, Maui’s whale watching trips provide an opportunity to see marine birds, sea lions, seals, and playful dolphins. A family vacation to Maui, full with amazing sea excursions, would be perfect right now.
Learning Fun at Scripps’ Birch Aquarium
At the Birch Aquarium at Scripps, celebrate the gray whale season by taking advantage of instructional events and whale displays. From the outdoor tide-pool plaza, you will enjoy a front-row view of the Pacific Ocean and La Jolla’s beach, therefore allowing you to see the amazing trip of the gray whales.
Next Level Sailing with the Maui Maritime Museum
Hop onboard a 139-ft. sailing yacht with Next Level Sailing and the Maritime Museum of Maui for an amazing whale viewing experience. Running from December to April, these trips provide a calm, steady journey that lets you get near the whales in a peaceful, pleasant environment. Every day at 11:00 am the 4-hour whale viewing trip leaves.
Fun Cat Sailing Catamaran Adventures
Fun Cat Sailing Catamaran Adventures provides small group trips offering a distinctive sailing excursion if you want a more personal whale viewing experience. From a safe, shaded cockpit covered from wind and rain, enjoy the views of whales and dolphins. These four-hour trips guarantee lots of time for sightings.
Hornblower Cruises and Events
Between mid-December and mid-April Hornblower Cruises and Events presents a luxury 3.5-hour whale viewing trip. These outings leave everyday at 1:30 pm and 9:30 am. Hornblower assures a unique experience or a free return visit should no whales be seen with their “no whale sighting, no charge” guarantee.
H&M Landing Whales Watching
Between mid-December and March, H&M Landing provides daily 3-hour whale viewing trips with departures at 10:00 am on a few chosen days. Their enlightening stories on gray and blue whales as well as other marine life will improve your experience. On their boats, appreciate both indoor and outdoor seating as well as hot food and refreshments.
Navigate Maui
Sail Maui arranges daily whale viewing trips aboard sleek 40′ Catalina boats for anyone ready to explore the waterways during the whale migration. These 3.5-hour trips provide group and private charter options; they leave the dock at 9:00 am and 1:30 pm.
Don’t miss these amazing December through April whale viewing chances. Whether your trip is first-time or seasoned, Maui’s whale viewing excursions promise to be an amazing encounter!