TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10
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Kaanapali Private Charter 12-Passenger X-Treme Vessel 76 hr
TourTruth score 6.3 out of 10
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14 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Maui
- Updated November 2, 2026
Cruise off Kaanapali aboard a private 12-passenger vessel, with a chance to spot humpback whales during the December-to-May season.
About this tour
Set out from Kaanapali Beach aboard a private 12-passenger X-Treme vessel for a coastal outing on Maui’s open water. Check in at Whaler’s Village, then board a zodiac from the beach to reach the vessel. The trip returns to its original departure point.
During whale season, December 15 to May 15, keep watch for humpback whales off Kaanapali. Soda is provided, and the private charter offers space for your group to enjoy the ocean together. Bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a waterproof camera; towels and hats are not allowed on board. Optional sea scooter and GoPro rentals are available for an additional $50 each.
Kaanapali Private Charter is a memorable way to spend time on the water, with a beachside departure and the chance to spot seasonal whale activity. Arrive 30 minutes early, review the physical requirements, and book your Kaanapali vessel outing.
Highlights
- Cruise Kaanapali’s ocean aboard a private X-Treme vessel
- Look for humpback whales during whale season, December 15 to May 15
What's included
Included
- Soda
- Humpback whale show off Kaanapali during whale season, December 15 to May 15
Not included
- GET tax of 4.766% and DLNR tax of 3%, totaling 7.166%
Ratings on each provider
The ratings and review counts each booking site shows for this tour.
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View on ViatorViator
3.93 / 5 · 14 reviews
Important information
- Minimum of 5 people required to book
- Minimum passenger count of 9 applies; if unmet, the trip may be canceled and you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Check in 30 minutes before departure at the beach between Leilani's on the Beach and the Westin Hotel at Whaler's Village, 2435 Kaanapali Parkway
- Board the vessel from the beach by climbing into a zodiac
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- Children must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult
- All passengers must sign a waiver before departure
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have moderate physical fitness; not suitable for people with major neck or back injuries
- Wear a swimsuit; bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a waterproof camera, and a waterproof watch. Hats and towels are not allowed on board
- Use a dry bag to protect valuables
- Sea scooter rental costs $50; GoPro rental with an SD card costs $50
- No parking validation is available through Kaanapali Ocean Adventures
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 3.93 from 14 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Maui
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.3.
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