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Maui Whale Watch Sail with Underwater Hydrophones 2 hr
TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10
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2 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Maui
- 2 hrs
- Updated November 1, 2026
Watch humpback whales off Maui, hear their songs through underwater hydrophones, and learn about whale behavior from expert naturalists.
About this tour
Set sail off Maui and encounter humpback whales in their natural habitat, with their songs brought vividly into focus. This 120-minute Maui whale watch sail pairs ocean viewing with underwater hydrophones, so you can listen as well as look. Expert naturalists share insights into how whales communicate, court, navigate, and pass along cultural traditions through song, while explaining the challenges ocean noise can create for these animals.
The experience includes a Jr. Naturalist Program for kids, filtered water, and coffee and tea. Keep watch from the boat, then tune in to the sounds beneath the surface for a different perspective on whale behavior. Whale sightings are guaranteed, or you can go again for free. Check in 45 minutes before departure at the Pacific Whale Ocean Store in the Maui Harbor Shops complex, next to the Maui Ocean Center.
Choose this Maui whale watch sail for a memorable blend of wildlife viewing and underwater listening. Book your place and discover the remarkable soundscape of the Pacific.
Highlights
- Listen to humpback whale songs through underwater hydrophones
- Watch for whales in their natural habitat
- Explore whale communication with expert naturalists
- Bring kids into the onboard Jr. Naturalist Program
- Return for another trip free if no whales are sighted
What's included
Included
- Underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs
- Onboard Jr. Naturalist Program for kids
- Whale sightings guaranteed or go again free
- Filtered water
- Coffee and tea
Not included
- Juices and sodas available for purchase onboard
- Meals
- Other onboard purchases
Ratings on each provider
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5.00 / 5 · 2 reviews
Important information
- Check in 45 minutes before departure at the Pacific Whale Ocean Store in the Maui Harbor Shops complex, adjacent to the Maui Ocean Center
- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
- Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals are allowed
- Nearby public transportation is available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long is the whale watch sail?
The sail lasts 120 minutes.
What happens if no whales are sighted?
You can go again for free if no whales are sighted.
Can I hear the whales underwater?
Yes. Onboard hydrophones let you listen to whale songs.
When should I check in?
Check in 45 minutes before departure at the Pacific Whale Ocean Store in the Maui Harbor Shops complex.
Are infants and small children welcome?
Yes. Infants must sit on an adult’s lap, and small children can ride in a stroller.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 2 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
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- 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 7.2.
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