Maui Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei

Enjoy a prime opportunity to see humpback whales as they migrate through Hawaiian waters from Alaska between December and May. Setting out from Kihei, cruise to an area off the southern end of Maui with one of Hawaii's highest whale populations. You’ll travel in a large, sturdy raft that provides a speedy ride so you can maximize your viewing time. Learn about the whales from informative commentary provided by an onboard naturalist on this tour limited to 20, a smaller group size than most whale tours.

Itinerary

Make your own way to the Kihei dock to board your whale-watching vessel.

Your captain welcomes you aboard the rigid-hulled raft, which is designed to cruise with ease through ocean waters. This allows your captain to locate whales quickly so that you have more time to observe the mighty mammals. You’ll be heading into the most heavily populated waters for whale activity in the Hawaiian Islands, giving you optimum chances for sightings.

Hear informative commentary by your onboard marine naturalist, who explains the humpbacks’ behavior, biology and territory. Learn why populations have rebounded from a low of just 1,400 whales in 1966 to approximately 21,000 whales in 2014. The adults can weigh anywhere from 25-40 tons (22-37 metric tons), while newborns start out weighing around one ton (900 kilograms).

You might also see spinner dolphins, bottlenose dolphins or spotted dolphins dancing around the raft during your cruise. The playful creatures sometimes leap out of the water near the boat or ride in its wake.

Keep cool under the sunshade, and be prepared for a misting of ocean spray from time to time during your 90-minute cruise.


Stop At:

• Keawakapu Beach, Wailea, Maui, HI
• Redline Rafting, 2800 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, Maui, HI 96753-9613

Informacion Adicional
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Minimum age is 8 years"
"Not recommended for anyone with bad backs"
"Not recommended for anyone with neck injuries"
"Maximum recommended age is 65 due to adventurous nature of our tours"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Duração: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Ponto de partida: 2800 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, USA

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• NO Back or Neck Injuries or Pregnant Passengers Please
• On-board marine naturalist.
• On-board hydrophone to listen to the whales.
• Guaranteed to see Whales

Não Incluído

• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

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