Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina
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Eye-level whale watching (or summer time dolphin watching) onboard our low-to-water small group zodiac rafts.
Native Hawaiian owned and voted TripAdvisors Traveler's Choice, Hawaii Ocean Rafting has been Maui’s original ocean rafting experience for more than 30 years.
Our small group tours make for a fun, family style whale watch experience. Although whales are protected in Hawaii, they often approach our small boats for closer and eye level whale encounters. *Wildlife sighting's vary in the wild.
Search for dolphins (summer months) early season whales (Nov & May) and sightsee on this tour in the off season.
A low-to-water zodiac boat puts you close to the ocean’s surface for eye-level wildlife encounters and a eco-friendly adventure.
We are located in Lahaina, Maui, just a short drive from Kaanapali, Kahana, Napili, Kapalua and other West Maui accommodations. And a fun destination for visitors staying in Kihei or Wailea.
No pregnant persons or children under 3
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Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No Infants
No Pregnant Persons or children under 3 permitted
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
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cần Quan Tâm
Join Maui's only Hawaiian Owned eye-level Whale Watching and Dolphin Search Tours onboard our low-to-water small group eco-rafts. Avoid the crowds and enjoy comfortable seating in a small group with spectacular views of Hawaii’s humpback whales or Maui's friendly dolphins. December- April: The Humpback Whale returns to the warm Hawaiian waters every year during the winter months for their mating and calving season. Although whales are protected in Hawaii and we do not approach them closer than federal regulations, they often approach our small rafts for those up close and eye-level whale encounters. The type of encounters vary in the wild. May-November: Dolphins are spotted year-round and our eco-rafts also provide eye-level encounters. November we begin our search for early whales. Your tour includes a full narration of interesting whale / dolphin and Maui facts by our naturalist, listening to whale songs on a hydrophone and lots of photo ops! *Our small locally native owned eco-company is excited to share Maui's wildlife with you!* Departures from Lahaina- arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time so you don't miss boarding your boat! No pregnant person allowed
Bao gồm
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.
Dolphin Tour includes snacks and beverages
Hydrophone to listen to whale songs
*Type of encounters vary in the wild- Up close sightings not guaranteed
Whales or Dolphins (Based on option selected)
Tour Operator: Hawaii Ocean Rafting
Available shade varies on boat. Please bring sun protection: hat, sunglasses and reef safe sunscreen
Marine Naturalist Narration
Not suitable for pregnant persons or those with back/neck injuries.
Tour leaves promptly. Must arrive 30 minutes prior to board or will miss the tour.
Hotel pick-up and drop off
BYOB (Plastic or Cans Only)
Whales or Dolphins (Based on option selected at check out)
Gratuities
Upclose wildlife encounters are not guaranteed as animals are in the wild.
No Spray Sunscreen Permitted - Reef Safe Rub-on Sunscreen Only
Physical Mobility Required for Boarding due to boarding location
Tùy chọn
2HR Whale/Dolphin Search Tour
Search for Dolphins & Whales: Search for dolphins and early/end of season whales (whale season is December 1 - April 15 . Sightings vary, not guaranteed.
Duration: 2 hours: Always check in 30 min-prior to your tour or you will miss boarding your boat. 2 Hour Dolphin/Whale Search Sightsee Boat Tour
Snacks & Beverages: Snacks and soda, green tea and water
Early/End Season Whale Search : Search for dolphins (year-round) and early/end season whales (Nov/April/May). No in-water activity, sightsee from the boat!
2HR Dolphin (only) Watch Tour
Dolphin Watching Only: Seasonal (May-November) Dolphin watch & sightsee tour. Dolphin sighting vary, not guaranteed.
Duration: 2 hours: Always check in 30 min-prior to your tour or you will miss boarding your boat. 2 Hour Dolphin Watch and Sightseeing Boat Tour
Snacks and Beverages: Snacks and soda, green tea and water
Summer Dolphin Watching Tour: Watch dolphins from our eco-raft during the summer months. No in-water or whales, sightsee from the comfort of the boat! 2HRS
4 Hour Snorkel + Whale Watch
Snorkel & Whale Watch: In addition to a snorkel stop, whale watching will be included in this snorkel tour by RAFT.
Duration: 4 hours: Check in at least 30 minutes prior to departure time. The boat always departs on time and boarding is 15 minutes prior.
Light Breakfast & Snacks: Sweet Pastries, fresh fruit, cookies, chips and soda, green tea and water
Small RAFT Vessel : Small group rafting tour. Raft is low to water, smooth ride, shade and bench style seating.
Combo Snorkel + Whale Watch : This snorkel will include 1 snorkel stop and whale watching!
Preferred Whale Watch RAFT
Duration: 2 hours: Always check in 30 min-prior to your tour or you will miss boarding your boat.
Water onboard
Preferred Time Raft: The time does not impact whale activity. It is a preferred time for guest's schedules. Guarantee whale sighting or go FREE!
Popular Whale Watch RAFT
Duration: 2 hours
Water onboard
2 Hour Raft Tour Popular Times: 2 Hour Eye-Level Whale Watch. Vessel: Raft - Guarantee whale sighting or go again for free!
90 Min. Whale Watch RAFT
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Always check in 30 min-prior to your tour or you will miss boarding your boat.
Water onboard
90 Min. Raft Tour : Whale activity & experience are the same, just a shorter duration of 90 Min. Vessel: RAFT Guarantee sighting or go again!
5 Hour Snorkel + Whale Watch
Snorkel + Whale Watching: In addition to snorkeling 1-2 snorkel stops, this tour includes whale watching!
Duration: 5 hours: 5 Hours typically includes 1-2 snorkel stops to Lanai and whale watching on our eco-raft
Light Breakfast & Snacks: Sweet Pastries, fresh fruit, cookies, chips and soda, green tea and water
ECO-RAFT: 5HR Semi-Private Adventure Snorkel onboard our small group Raft Vessel. Small group, comfort ride, shade.
Combo Snorkel + Whale Watch: This snorkel will include 1-2 snorkel stops and whale watching! VESSEL: Small Raft vessel.
Đánh giá
2.503 đánh giá
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Excellent guides
Dana S,,13 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
4.00Guides were excellent. Very knowledgeable about the whales, super friendly, and very focused on making sure we got good sightings.
Lots of whale sightings!! Great trip!
Traveller10061,,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience. We saw about 20 humpback whales on our trip. Great inflatable speed boat. Truly at eye level. Our guides were great! Very knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend this trip.
Epic Whale Watch
trav1960,,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Unbelievable trip with Captain Jack and Nicole. We’re were mugged for more than an hour! 4 whales swimming around the raft, rolling, spy hopping, lunging, it was amazing! Captain Jack can’t always control the whales, but he provides great commentary no matter what. Looking forward to our next trip with him.
Book a trip!
Climber61423726640,,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent time. Very knowledgeable, saw lots of whales. Clean boat and does well in rough seas! Jack and Si were awesome!
Whale watching
dillond654,,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Crew was nice, we saw whales! Would recommend.
Whale Watching
drewd763,,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Jack and Si were great!
Amazing Whale Action
K3976IVjohnk,,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip with plenty of whale action! Captain Jack was amazing as always along with Si bringing the whale info. It was a great time and we will be back next year!
Whale of a Time
Mark J,,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great trip with Captain H and Cy. The weather had been iffy but we pushed on and found a breaching whale early and a mom and calf late plus other sights as well. Cy gave us great background on the whale world and was a huge asset. Captain H kept us in position yet legal for great views. Good trip for our granddaughters and for us. Would do it again.
Great experince!
cacatlady,,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Jack and Nicole were awesome guides. We saw a number of whales and learned a lot about them. Great experience!
Best thing to do in Maui
Ugyen T,,12 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Me and my wife had a wonderful time. The captain and biologist were awesome, I would say’s that this was the one of my best experiences in Maui. Saw lots of whales. I will do this again for sure .
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