Have something in mind for whales. Maui during whale season is then your pass to the great theater of nature. Imagine yourself on a boat, the masterpieces of the sun painting on the sea, and then you see a humpback leaping, upsetting the peace of the sea. Heart racing yet? Here are some of the best locations and advice for a great whale viewing adventure on this Hawaiian island. To explore the difference between morning and sunset tours, find out more in our breakdown.
Kaanapali Beach first on the list. Not only a beautiful face; the waves of this beach are ideal habitat for our whale buddies. Rent a kayak or a paddleboard; these gentle giants are not bashful and usually say hello!
Let us now talk about Lahaina Harbor. Boat trips abound, and it is humming with stories of breaching giants. Some boats even feature hydrophones so you may enjoy their melodic tunes. Talk about a front-row view!
Under strict deadline? See McGregor Point Lookout here. Pull aside, get your binoculars, then keep your eyes open. Whales adore surprising appearances; this site provides panoramic vistas where the ocean meets blue sky.
Had you ever heard of the Maui Ocean Center? Alright, it’s more about marine life education than whale spotting, but believe me, seeing here helps you value the journey of the humpbacks much more. Consider it as a sort of pre-show for the live performance.
Early riser, or a sunset chaser? While sunset offers a stunning background, morning excursions usually guarantee calm seas. Dress in layers! Hawaii here; the early chill of the ocean doesn’t matter.
Starting to feel a little sick on boats? Life savers are motion sickness bands or ginger sweets. Tell a tale from a close buddy here. Once for “medicinal purposes,” she transported a complete gingerbread house. Did it yield results? Let us say by midday her house was history.
Finally, stop for a bit even as you are capturing those amazing photos. These species’ sheer grandeur is shockingly lovely. Therefore, what do you suppose? All set to splash your next trip? Get your sunnies and follow the whales—they are waiting!