Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei, Maui

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5534WHALES

2800 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753, USA

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Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei, Maui

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1 hour 30 minutes

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Mobile Ticket

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Free Cancellation

MANUAL

Local guide:

Ultimate South Maui Guide

Meet at start point

Local take from MauiBookIt

Best for active whale watchers who want a fast 20-passenger raft from Kīhei Boat Ramp. The small raft can reposition quickly around active pods, maximizing viewing time; a hydrophone adds whale song. Skip it if you have back/neck issues or dislike spray.

Will McKinney · 25 years on Maui · Updated Oct 2026

Overview

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.

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Local guide:

Ultimate South Maui Guide

What's Included

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

What's NOT Included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting Point

You can also put in Kihei Boat Ramp into Google or Apple Maps. Parking is free in dirt lot above the parking lot where the boats/trailers are. Check-in is 30 minutes prior to departure in the parking lot for the 7AM departure and at the picnic tables above the dock for the 9 & 11AM departures.

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End point: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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

Itinerary

Redline Rafting — Make your way to the Kihei Boat Ramp 30 minutes prior to your departure for checkin. Parking is free.
Kihei — You'll be meeting at the Kihei boat ramp.
Wailea — Pass by Wailea beach while on your whale watch.
Keawakapu Beach — Pass by Keawakapu Beach while on your whale watch.

Product code:

5534WHALES