• Whale Watching
  • Dolphin Watching
  • Excellent Quality
  • Low Supplier Cancellation Rate

Maui: Whale Watching Experience

4.9(156 reviews)Maui, USAOperated by The Magic Merman Snorkel Charters
  • Duration2 hours
  • GroupShared · max 20
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

The Magic Merman is the only raft-style boat that departs from Ka'anapali Beach. Exploring with us is the best way to get as close to the whales as possible. Our captains will find the whales and our highly knowledgeable crew will provide you with facts about the incredible Northern Pacific Humpback Whales.

What you will do

2 hoursShared tourMax 20 travellers

Embark on a whale watching adventure on Ka'anapali's only raft-style boat! Depart directly from Ka'anapali Beach and get up close and personal with the incredible Northern Pacific Humpback Whale.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

Check in is directly on Ka'anapali Beach in front of Whaler's Village. We will be doing check in a half hour before your scheduled departure time. Look for the crew wearing our green The Magic Merman shirts. We will be standing on the beach between Leilani's restaurant and The Westin Hotel.

End / drop-off

Check in is directly on Ka'anapali Beach in front of Whaler's Village. We will be doing check in a half hour before your scheduled departure time. Look for the crew wearing our green The Magic Merman shirts. We will be standing on the beach between Leilani's restaurant and The Westin Hotel.

Redemption

Look for the crew wearing green The Magic Merman shirts for check in.

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • We will provide sodas and waters during the tour.

Not included

  • Don’t forget Tips for the Crew! (Cash or Venmo)

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 5 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Child (5–10), Adult (11–100)

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund
  • This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's cancelled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Important booking information

Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Pacific/Honolulu
Product code
148830P3

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

4.9/ 5156 reviews
  • 5149
  • 45
  • 12

Ratings aggregated from Viator (27) and Tripadvisor (129).

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From USD 102.2 per person · Free cancellation available

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Activity information provided by Viator, an authorized travel partner. Gateera does not operate this activity.

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