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Maalaea Harbor Whale Watching: 2-Hour Catamaran Adventure with Quicksilver
4.6
865 Ratings
Wailuku
Experience the thrill of whale watching in Maalaea Harbor on a 2-hour catamaran adventure with Quicksilver. Watch as the majestic whales breach, slap the surface, and display their incredible acrobatics.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Boss Frog’s Snorkel, Bike & Beach Rentals - This double-deck power catamaran leaves from Ma’alaea Harbor and can bring you to the whales quickly. Juices and sodas are included, all kinds of drinks are available for purchase, and there are restrooms on board. The humpback whales return to Hawaii for a few months each year to mate and give birth. The trip takes you out to see for two hours, with a professional guide, these amazing animals from December to April.
What's Included
- Hear whale songs with underwater hydrophones
- Engaging narratives on history
- Access to 2 restrooms
- Comfortable shady cabin
- Skilled captain and crew prioritize safety
- Complimentary ice-cold sodas and juices
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Additional Information
Delight in this two-hour guided journey on a dual-deck power catamaran and observe the magnificent whales in their natural surroundings. The whales’ conduct during your excursion could allow you to witness various activities such as the whales striking the water surface with their extensive side fins known as pectoral fins, with their tail or ‘flukes’, the peduncle that is the muscle connecting the tail to the body, and the spectacular ‘breach’ where the whale thoroughly surfaces out of water and crashes back into it.
- PASSENGERS ARE REQUIRED TO PARK AT MAUI HARBOR SHOPS 300 MA’ALAEA ROAD, WAILUKU, HI 96793
- Mandatory Check-in 30 minutes prior to departure.
- PLEASE PRINT OR DOWLOAD YOUR TICKET AFTER CHECKOUT - THE MAJORITY OF YOUR QUESTIONS CAN BE ANSWERED WITH INFORMATION LISTED ON YOUR TCKET
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Minimum drinking age: 21 years old.
- A 24-hour notice is required for cancellation or reschedule.
- Bring cash if you’d like to tip the crew!
- Meet at: Boss Frog’s, 300 Ma’alaea Road, Building 2, Shop# 2N, Wailuku, HI 96793
- We will have a crew member outside Boss Frog’s to help you get checked in
Location
Boss Frog's Snorkel, Bike & Beach Rentals
Maalaea Road
PASSENGERS ARE REQUIRED TO PARK AT MAUI HARBOR SHOPS LOCATED AT 300 MA'ALAEA ROAD, WAILUKU, HI 96793
MEET AT:
Boss Frog's
300 Ma'alaea Road
Building 2, Shop# 2N
Wailuku, HI, 96793
MANDATORY CHECK-IN: 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
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Kelly_b
May 3, 2024
Whales in late April!! - We got lucky and saw a bunch of whales even though we knew it would be unlikely this late in the season. Our guides were great, the boat was comfortable and roomy. Not too far into the tour we came upon several male humpbacks chasing a female. They were kind rough housing with each other to get her attention! We've done several other whale watching trips and this one was top notch! Definitely recommend this tour and company!
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David_v
Apr 30, 2024
Great whale watching experience - The Quicksilver needed repairs and we were transferred to the Calypso. The trip itself was great. The excursion was well done and the whales showed up in a big way. You never know what you're going to get with a whale watching tour but these guys seem like professionals and Hawaii has definitely got their share of humpbacks. Would do it again.
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Kosala_y
Apr 28, 2024
Great experience - It was a great experience. Everything from boarding the boat and the ride went smoothly. The crew was very helpful and friendly. Unfortunately we didn’t get a best site of whales during our visit. The crew really tried but I think the timing was not great to see those magnificent creatures out and about. We will try it in another time for sure.
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Steve_s
Apr 27, 2024
Baby and mommy whales - Great excursion. Great crew and we saw a bunch of whales. Highly recommend . Was the very end of the season.
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Mark_r
Apr 25, 2024
Great time.. great Captain... - Great time. The captain was very informative on the whales and keep the boat engaged with fun facts and questions from the group. Also got us on a family of whales several times during the trip.
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John_w
Apr 25, 2024
Fun on the water - Although it was at the end of the season they still found a couple of families of whales for us to watch. The crew was very friendly and accommodating.
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Stephaniec
Apr 23, 2024
Lovely tour!! Great staff and awesome sightings! - From beginning to end the crew and Captain took great care of us! The easiness of getting on board and getting settled was great for my family of four (2 kids under 3). We were able to see multiple whales, even this late in the season. The captain gave us some good lessons and history on the whales as well we learned a lot! Would recommend this tour for sure and we enjoyed our experience!
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Kevin_n
Apr 30, 2024
Tour canceled without notice, but rescheduled one was great! - Tour itself was great! Boat and accommodations were great! However, frustrating that our tour was canceled and we did not know until we showed up trying to figure out where to go. We were told once we there we could reschedule, after we paid for parking and after we woke up 3 kids under 4 to be there at 7:30 am. But once we were on the boat, staff was friendly and the kids had a great time on the boat and finding whales!
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880christar
Apr 23, 2024
Impressive excursion - A wonderful trip, despite the end of whale season we were able to see some whales. We were well looked after with non-alcoholic drinks.
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Dottie_s
Apr 25, 2024
Not impressed with tour - Almost miss the boat ride. The boat name was change. No follow up email or notifications. Details was to wait at the store and not the boat dock. Need to correct information for tour. Whale was present. But not impressed with guide and fake whale noises.
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