Maui Kayak & Snorkel Whale Watch
Maui Kayak & Snorkel Whale Watch
$135.00
Whale-watching while in a kayak doesn’t get better unless you add snorkeling to the trip. This Maui kayaking whale watch tour is the most exciting way to see whales in Maui waters. (Age 10 and above)
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About The Maui Kayak & Snorkel Whale Watch
During the winter months, North Pacific humpback whales travel to Maui’s warm waters to mate and give birth. Humpback whales travel down from Alaska every year to enjoy the protected, warm waters of Hawaii. Maui County’s shallower ocean floor is a hotbed of activity for these incredible creatures. This Maui kayaking whale watch and snorkel adventure is just the way to observe these majestic creatures while learning about their behavior and habitat.
On this approximately 3.5-hour kayaking tour, you’ll take the kayaks out from Makena and watch whales in between snorkel sessions. These are prime areas for surface activity, so get ready for the thrills of a lifetime!
If you happen to be visiting outside of whale season, check out the normal Maui kayaking tours.
If you’d rather go out on a boat, check out some excellent options in Maalaea and Kihei.
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Nearby Areas:
Kihei • Makena • Maʻalaea
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Important Information about this activity
| Tour Highlights: | The approximately 3.5-hour experience includes paddling in search of North Pacific Humpback Whales, snorkeling among coral reefs, and,depending on conditions and whale activity, you may observe mothers, calves and escort whales. |
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| Guide: | Learn about the whales and their habitats from expert guide Griff, adding educational depth to your adventure. |
| Age Restriction: | only for 10 years old and up. |
What recent guests are saying
Guests on this winter kayak whale watch describe it as the best whale encounter they've ever had, with humpbacks surfacing right beside or even swimming under their kayaks. Groups are small, about five guests plus a guide, and the guide is praised for finding uncrowded spots, keeping everyone safe and sharing whale behavior and Hawaiian history. Snorkeling with turtles is often part of the morning.
Whale season runs roughly December through April. Every recent review is five stars.
Our summary of Aloha Kayaks Maui's public Google and Yelp reviews, updated October 17, 2026.