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Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching from Lahaina

By Hawaii Ocean Rafting
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €73 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

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.

Search for dolphins and sightsee on this tour in the off season (summer months).

A low-to-water zodiac boat puts you close to the ocean’s surface for eye-level wildlife encounters, offering unobstructed views, maneuverability for accessing remote spots, and a thrilling, eco-friendly adventure you can’t get on larger vessels.

We are located in Lahaina, Maui, just a short drive from Kaanapali, Kahana, Napili, Kapalua and other West Maui accommodation. And a fun destination for visitors staying in Kihei or Wailea.

Activity location
  • 1223 Front St
    • 1223 Front Street
    • 96761, Lahaina, Hawaii, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • 1223 Front St
    • 1223 Front Street
    • 96761, Lahaina, Hawaii, United States

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90 Min. Whale Watch RAFT
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Always check in 30 min-prior to your tour or you will miss boarding your boat.
Water onboard
90 Min. Raft Tour : Whale activity & experience are the same, just a shorter duration of 90 Min. Vessel: RAFT Guarantee sighting or go again!

Language options: English
Starting time: 13:55
Price details
€72.54 x 1 Adult€72.54
Total
Price is €72.54
Popular Whale Watch RAFT
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Duration: 2 hours
Water onboard
2 Hour Raft Tour Popular Times: 2 Hour Eye-Level Whale Watch. Vessel: Raft

Language options: English
Price details
€85.04 x 1 Adult€85.04
Total
Price is €85.04
Preferred Whale Watch RAFT
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: Always check in 30 min-prior to your tour or you will miss boarding your boat.
Water onboard
Preferred Time Raft: The time does not impact whale activity, but this is a preferred time for guest's schedules.

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:05
Price details
€94.81 x 1 Adult€94.81
Total
Price is €94.81

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Plan to get wet! This is a low to water boat- ocean spray and light rain can occur during tour.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Life jackets are provided for emergencies but are not required to be worn during the tour. 
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dolphin Tour includes snacks and drinks
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hydrophone to listen to whale songs
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Available shade varies on boat. Please bring sun protection: hat, sunglasses and reef safe sun cream
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Marine Naturalist Narration
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Whales or Dolphins - Please refer to your booking to confirm which seasonal wildlife you will see.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    BYOB ( Plastic or tins only)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    No Spray Sun cream Permitted - Reef Safe Sun cream Only
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    No Pregnant Persons or children under 3 permitted
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Whales/Dolphins - Please refer to your booking to confirm which seasonal wildlife you are observing.

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No Infants
  • 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, soya, 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 doctor prior to participating in the charter. We are not responsible for allergic reactions due to undeclared or cross-contact allergens.
  • No children under 3
  • No Pregnant Persons
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Join Maui's only Hawaiian Owned eye-level Whale Watching and Dolphin Search Tours onboard our low-to-water small group eco-rafts. Avoid the crowds and enjoy comfortable seating in a small group with spectacular views of Hawaii’s humpback whales or Maui's friendly dolphins. December- April: The Humpback Whale returns to the warm Hawaiian waters every year during the winter months for their mating and calving season. Although whales are protected in Hawaii and we do not approach them closer than federal regulations, they often approach our small rafts for those up close and eye-level whale encounters. May-November: Dolphins are spotted year-round and our eco-rafts also provide eye-level encounters. November we will also begin our search for early season whales. Your tour includes a full narration of interesting whale / dolphin and Maui facts by our marine naturalist, listening to whale songs on a hydrophone, water onboard and lots of photo ops! *Our small locally native owned eco-company is excited to share Maui's wildlife with you!* Departures from Lahaina, Maui- always arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time so you don't miss boarding your boat!

Location

Activity location
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    1223 Front St
    • 1223 Front Street
    • 96761, Lahaina, Hawaii, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    1223 Front St
    • 1223 Front Street
    • 96761, Lahaina, Hawaii, United States

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