Rated #1 Whale Watching Maui Tours with Smallest Groups!
Every seat is a front row seat on our whale watching tours! Our small group rafting vessels host small groups of guests so you get up close and personal with Maui’s whales, dolphins, turtles, tropical fish and other marine life! Since 1982 we strive for every whale watching tour to be unforgettable.
We can’t wait to share Maui’s ocean adventures with you!
We’re Locally Owned and Operated.
Support Our Whale and Marine Research.
We donate our vessels, time and resources to whale researchers that are working to better understand Maui’s marine environment and in turn protect and advocate for it. Check out our blog to learn more about our ongoing research projects and how to support them.
Be a Part of Our Ohana!
Our team of captains, naturalist and marine biologist are all about sharing their love and knowledge of the ocean and Lahaina and Lanai’s amazing creatures with you!
We can’t wait for you to become a part of our Maui whale watching ohana!
Reviews
“One of the coolest experiences I have ever had. We got great encounters with whales.They crew was very knowledgeable, friendly, and very fun. If you want a great experience on the water choose Ultimate!!!!”Steve B.
Afton, Minnesota-
“We had a close encounter with a 30-ton Humpback Whale…We also saw
about a dozen breaches by whales, a giant school of spinner dolphins and a gigantic turtle all on the same 2 hour tour. I highly recommend these guys”Marposp
Vancouver, Canada -
“We have been on many whale watch trips, but have never experienced what we saw on this one. The large humpback male whale noticed us and came over to our boat to show off. He swam around and under our boat!
Rockcl
Denver, Colorado
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Ultimate Pro Tip:
Plan to bring a waterproof GoPro with a selfie stick for unforgettable underwater video of your trip!
The Closest Whale Watching Encounters in Maui.
We specialize in photographic, non-threatening close encounters with Dolphins, Whales & Turtles in Lahaina, Hawaii! During our Maui whale watching tours and private charters, we have hosted film crews from National Geographic, BBC Wild- life, and other elite marine life photographers!
Because humpback whales are protected in Maui, we do not approach humpback whales closer than 100 yards or swim with whales or dolphins, but we still find ourselves having unique close encounters as these marine mammals love approaching our small, low to the water, friendly rafting vessels! Join us for our seasonal Whale Watching on Maui tours from December to April and snorkel year-round, departing from Lahaina Harbor, Maui!
Private Boat Charters in Maui. Custom for You!
Book a private boat charter for any occasion for you and your family or friends! Whale watch, snorkel, dolphin watch, bachelor and bachelorette parties, wedding parties, memorials and special occasions, departing from Lahaina Harbor, Maui!
Maui’s Dolphins, Tropical Fish and Sea Turtles!
When we’re not whale watching, we’re Snorkeling Maui and Lanai and dolphin watching departing from Lahaina Harbor, Maui! We’re ranked #1 for Maui’s whale watching and dolphin watching be- cause of our low to water rafting vessels and marine naturalist crew know where to encounter marine mammals and turtles!
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have more questions? We’re happy to help!
We can’t wait to chat all things, Maui, Whale Watching and Snorkeling!