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Maui Dolphin Watch and Sightseeing Tour 2 hr

TourTruth score 8.6 out of 10

Very goodTop 14% in Maui

169 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Maui
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Cruise Maui’s coast on a small raft, hear marine naturalist narration, and watch for dolphins and seasonal whales on this 2-hour tour.

About this tour

Set out from Maui’s coast on a small raft for an ocean outing with a close-to-the-water perspective. This 2-hour Maui dolphin watch and sightseeing tour pairs scenic views with narration from a marine naturalist, while keeping a respectful distance from protected dolphins. Dolphins sometimes approach the vessel, offering memorable sightings from the raft.

Along the way, scan the water for whales during the November-to-April season. Water, soda, green tea, and a selection of snacks are provided. The small-group experience is operated by a Native Hawaiian-owned company with more than 30 years of ocean-tour experience. Expect ocean spray and the chance of light rain, and use reef-safe sunscreen; spray sunscreen is not permitted. No snorkeling or other in-water activity is included.

Maui dolphin watch and sightseeing is a lively way to experience the island’s marine life from the water. Check in 30 minutes early at the Lahaina location, then settle in for a memorable raft ride along Maui’s coast.

Highlights

  • Watch for dolphins from a small raft, where they may approach the vessel
  • Hear marine naturalist narration as you take in Maui’s ocean scenery
  • Look for whales during the November-to-April season
  • Support a Native Hawaiian-owned company

What's included

Included

  • Marine naturalist narration and sightseeing
  • Whale searching from November through April
  • Water, soda, and green tea
  • Pastry, fruit, chips, and cookies
  • Life jackets provided for emergencies

Not included

  • BYOB; plastic containers or cans only
  • Spray sunscreen; reef-safe sunscreen only
  • Snorkeling or in-water activities

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Important information

  • Check in 30 minutes before departure at 1223 Front St., next to Snorkel Bobs, near Lahaina Cannery
  • Late arrivals are not refunded; allow extra travel time for road closures and traffic
  • Guests must be able to board the raft without assistance
  • Not permitted for children under 3, pregnant guests, or people with back or neck injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
  • Snacks may contain or contact common allergens; notify the team in advance and bring required medication

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 120 minutes.

Where do I check in?

Check in at 1223 Front St., next to Snorkel Bobs near Lahaina Cannery, 30 minutes before departure.

Can children under 3 or pregnant guests join?

No. Children under 3 and pregnant guests are not permitted.

Can guests with back or neck injuries join?

No. Guests with back or neck injuries are not permitted.

Are food allergens accommodated?

Snacks may contain or contact common allergens. Notify the team in advance and bring any required allergy medication.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.96 on Viator and 4.70 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • 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 8.6. Top 14% in Maui means it ranks in the top 14% of tours in Maui by this score.

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