• 1223 Front St - Experience Maui’s exclusive Hawaiian-owned, eye-level Whale Watching and Dolphin Search Tours aboard our intimate, low-to-water eco-rafts.

Escape the crowds and enjoy comfortable seating in a small group setting with breathtaking views of Hawaii’s humpback whales or Maui’s playful dolphins.

December-April: Each winter, the Humpback Whales return to the warm Hawaiian waters for their mating and calving season. While whales are protected in Hawaii and we adhere to federal regulations by not approaching them too closely, they often come near our small rafts, offering up-close and eye-level encounters.

May-November: Dolphins can be seen year-round, and our eco-rafts provide eye-level experiences. In November, we also begin our search for early-season whales.

Your tour includes a comprehensive narration of fascinating whale, dolphin, and Maui facts by our marine naturalist, the opportunity to listen to whale songs via a hydrophone, onboard water, and plenty of photo opportunities!

Our small, locally native-owned eco-company is thrilled to share Maui’s wildlife with you!

Departures from Lahaina, Maui - please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to ensure you don’t miss boarding your boat!

• Plan to get wet! This is a low to water boat- ocean spray and light rain can occur during tour.
• Life jackets are provided for emergencies but are not required to be worn during the tour.
• Snacks
• Hydrophone to listen to whale songs
• Available shade varies on boat. Please bring sun protection: hat, sunglasses and reef safe sunscreen
• Marine Naturalist Narration

• BYOB ( Plastic or cans only)
• No Spray Sunscreen Permitted - Reef Safe Sunscreen Only
• No Pregnant Persons or children under 3 permitted
• Gratuities
• Whales/Dolphins - Please refer to your booking to confirm which seasonal wildlife you are observing.

Experience eye-level whale watching or summer dolphin watching aboard our low-to-water, small group zodiac rafts.

Owned by Native Hawaiians and recognized as TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice, Hawaii Ocean Rafting has been Maui’s original ocean rafting adventure for over 30 years.

Our small group tours provide a delightful, family-style whale watching experience. While whales are protected in Hawaii, they frequently approach our small boats for closer, eye-level encounters.

During the off-season (summer months), enjoy dolphin searching and sightseeing on this tour.

A low-to-water zodiac boat brings you close to the ocean’s surface for eye-level wildlife encounters, offering clear views, the ability to reach remote areas, and an exciting, eco-friendly adventure not available on larger vessels.

We are situated in Lahaina, Maui, just a short drive from Kaanapali, Kahana, Napili, Kapalua, and other West Maui accommodations, and a fun destination for those staying in Kihei or Wailea.

• No Infants
• No Pregnant Persons
• Food Allergen Warning (Required Disclosure): Due to the nature of onboard food preparation and handling, we cannot guarantee that any menu item will be free from allergens. All meals or snacks served on this vessel may contain or come into contact with gluten, tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish, fish, soy, eggs, dairy, and wheat. If you have a known food allergy, please notify our team in advance and bring any required allergy medication (such as an EpiPen). We strongly recommend guests with severe allergies consult a physician prior to participating in the charter. We are not responsible for allergic reactions due to undeclared or cross-contact allergens.
• No children under 3

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