Gray AWD Nissan Pathfinder with Rooftop Tent, sleeps 4+
1 mi from the center of Maui
Camper van · Drivable · Sleeps 4
Pick up in Kahului
$99 / night listed, before fees
Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina
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About this activity
Eye-level whale watching (or summer time dolphin watching) onboard our low-to-water small group zodiac rafts.
Native Hawaiian owned and voted TripAdvisors Traveler's Choice, Hawaii Ocean Rafting has been Maui’s original ocean rafting experience for more than 30 years.
Our small group tours make for a fun, family style whale watch experience. Although whales are protected in Hawaii, they often approach our small boats for closer and eye level whale encounters. *Wildlife sighting's vary in the wild.
Search for dolphins (summer months) early season whales (Nov & May) and sightsee on this tour in the off season.
A low-to-water zodiac boat puts you close to the ocean’s surface for eye-level wildlife encounters and a eco-friendly adventure.
We are located in Lahaina, Maui, just a short drive from Kaanapali, Kahana, Napili, Kapalua and other West Maui accommodations. And a fun destination for visitors staying in Kihei or Wailea.
No pregnant persons or children under 3
What's included
- Plan to get wet! This is a low to water boat- ocean spray and light rain can occur during tour.
- Dolphin Tour includes snacks and beverages
- Hydrophone to listen to whale songs
- Life jackets are provided for emergencies but are not required to be worn during the tour.
- *Type of encounters vary in the wild- Up close sightings not guaranteed
- Whales or Dolphins (Based on option selected)
- Tour Operator: Hawaii Ocean Rafting
- Available shade varies on boat. Please bring sun protection: hat, sunglasses and reef safe sunscreen
- Marine Naturalist Narration
Not included
- Not suitable for pregnant persons or those with back/neck injuries.
- Tour leaves promptly. Must arrive 30 minutes prior to board or will miss the tour.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- BYOB (Plastic or Cans Only)
- Whales or Dolphins (Based on option selected at check out)
- Gratuities
- Upclose wildlife encounters are not guaranteed as animals are in the wild.
- No Spray Sunscreen Permitted - Reef Safe Rub-on Sunscreen Only
- Physical Mobility Required for Boarding due to boarding location
Meeting point
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
MANDATORY CHECK-IN 30 minutes prior to start time at tour operator Hawaii Ocean Rafting location. Park at or on near Lahaina Cannery Mall and check-in with our staff at Mala Boat Ramp. No refunds for late arrivals. Due to closed roads & traffic, plan additional travel time.
End point: MANDATORY CHECK-IN 30 minutes prior to start time at tour operator Hawaii Ocean Rafting location. Park at or on near Lahaina Cannery Mall and check-in with our staff at Mala Boat Ramp. No refunds for late arrivals. Due to closed roads & traffic, plan additional travel time.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No Infants
- No Pregnant Persons or children under 3 permitted
- Mobility is required to board the vessel unassisted due to the boarding location and safety protocol.
- Food Allergen Warning (Required Disclosure): Due to the nature of onboard food preparation and handling, we cannot guarantee that any menu item will be free from allergens. All meals or snacks served on this vessel may contain or come into contact with gluten, tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish, fish, soy, eggs, dairy, and wheat. If you have a known food allergy, please notify our team in advance and bring any required allergy medication (such as an EpiPen). We strongly recommend guests with severe allergies consult a physician prior to participating in the charter. We are not responsible for allergic reactions due to undeclared or cross-contact allergens.
- No children under 3
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
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Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Maui (Viator lists this tour under Maui; it has no meeting-point coordinates).