Best time to visit maui updated for 2020 hawaii travel guide. Pacific whale foundation helping protect our oceans. The best and worst time of year to whale watch in maui ultimate. This marks the organizations 38th year of celebrating humpback whales with fun, engaging. See the most comprehensive whale watching visual guide all about humpback whales in maui. Humpback whales in maui whales visit december to april. Here are some photos from a whale watch we did a few days ago in south maui. Join the great whale count with pacific whale foundation on saturday, february 23rd. Mahalo to each and every guest, sponsor, partner, performer and vendor for joining us. Every seat is a front row seat in our whale watching tours.
The maui whale festival is held in kihei at kalama park in south maui, hawaii. Join us on this incredible adventure which offers you the amazing opportunity to see humpback whales during their annual migration to hawaii, truly an experience you will remember forever. Maui whale watching guide humpback whales in hawaii. Black, white and blurry september 28, 2019 join ralph lee hopkins for a whale tales photo expedition july 10, 2019.
Come aboard for the maui whale watching ride of a lifetime. December 15th is the official start of the humpback whale season in hawaii, but guests on our private whale watching tour could spot whales as early as november, and since the feeling of watching a humpback from a kayak is one of the islands best adventures, we figured it was time to discuss some basics about humpback whales in maui. When you get to their site, just go to the left side of the screen under maui, then choose whale watching tours on maui from the dropdown menu for their. A mother and calf swim over to say hello join our multiday retreats on maui as we explore the island and its. See more photos at maui whale watching thank you, natalie brown photography, for sharing your beautiful photos with us.
Maui activities whale watching maui whale watching. With clear, shallow water, this makes maui one of the best places to watch whales. The ocean is filled with the sounds of their breathing, splashing and playing. Whale watching in maui every winter, pods of pacific humpback whales make the 3,000mile swim from the chilly waters of alaska to bask in maui s summery shallows, fluking, spy hopping, spouting, and having an allaround swell time.
When it comes to whale watching in maui, sea maui is the way to go. On the island of maui, the peak months for whalewatching are january, february and march. The explorer is a hardshelled boat with an inflatable edge like a large zodiac which gives a fast, smooth ride and a. Maui whale watching is one of the most popular activities to do in hawaii. During the winter months on maui, whale watching is the most popular activity as everyone wants to see these majestic creatures up close. With more than 30 events, activities, and cruises spread out over a sixmonth period, everybodyfrom children to scholars and biologistswill easily find. Maui whale watching is especially unique because of the relatively shallow waters that exist between the islands that make up maui county.
Whale season is one of the best times of the year to visit maui. Festivities are carried out all week, but most of the event is held on 2 days during the weekend. From december to may of every year maui is graced with presence of the majestic pacific humpback whales. Humpback whales slow to arrive in hawaii in this jan. In a small boatin the company of guides with deep knowledge of whale behavior in these watersget as close as respectfully possible to the gentle giants. Since 1980, maui whale festival has offered a series of inspiring events held during mauis peak humpback whale season. Every year, in late february or early march, the pacific whale foundation hosts the maui whale festival. September newsletter click this thumbnail to download the hires pdf version of the newsletter that you can then print out. Experience the humpback whales and view them in their natural habitat.
Apr 21, 2011 i know that the best time to go whale watching in maui hawaii is the winter months decemberapril but im going to maui on my honeymoon in september the 4th12th and was wondering if there was any possibility i would see any whales lol silly question but i figured im going to be there id love to see a whale if anyone had any spots or suggestions that may work in september. West maui is the site of maui whale watching of the humpbacks as they feed, mate, and take care of their young in the warm waters of the hawaiian islands. The island of maui is the best hawaiian island to watch these majestic mammals. Each winter december through may, thousands of kohola humpback whales travel to hawaii from colder waters to breed, calve and nurse their young. Go here from your mobile device and click your account to create a user login. Sep 05, 2018 officially, whale season in maui runs from december 15thmay 15th, although its still possible to see whales outside of the officialwhale season dates. Hop aboard for snorkeling at some of mauis most popular locations, including molokini crater, or choose from a sunset cruise along mauis shoreline or whale watching from december to april. Despite their size, humpback whales are surprisingly graceful acrobats. Their migration crosses 3,100 miles of ocean each season.
We have timeshare so need to put in a request but not sure which island we need to be on for whale watching maui big island some body. Both are indicators of a shift in seasons, and just as a snowflake falling from the sky signals winter for much of the mainland, the first sighting of humpback whales hearkens winter for us in hawaii during the winter months of decemberapril, the leeward waters of maui. Each occasion is designed to celebrate and inspire environmental stewardship alongside a strong community of maui residents and visitors. Officially, whale season in maui runs from december 15thmay 15th, although its still possible to see whales outside of the officialwhale season dates. September, by contrast, is a great time to visit if you want to avoid crowds. Maui county is world famous as the destination for the pacific northwest humpback whales. This video is a composite of several whale watch trips on a small. The whaleplanner september a whale watching infographic. Maui is one of the most important habitats worldwide for the magnificent humpback whale.
The boat is decked out with brand new gear, the guys are super relaxed, really catering the trip for the group on board and we were one of the only boats out on the water that could glide through the wind with n. On the island of maui, the peak months for whale watching are january, february and march. Hi i am from new zealand can you please tell me when is the best timemonths to visit hawaii for whale watching. Jan 02, 2016 humpback whales slow to arrive in hawaii in this jan.
We want your whale watching tour to be unforgettable. Hi, my fiance and i will be going to hawaii on sept 19 for 2 weeks. Hawaiis whale watching season runs from december through may. Two thirds of the humpback whales in the north pacific, which is about 4 to 5000 whales, swim for 3,000 miles to the south pacific, far from their feeding areas in alaska. Officially, whale season in maui runs from december 15thmay 15th, although its still possible to see whales outside of the official whale season dates. Nov 18, 20 maui whale watching is especially unique because of the relatively shallow waters that exist between the islands that make up maui county. The photos were taken just outside of makena on jan. The first humpback whale sighting this year in hawaii was on september 29th near the small island of niihau. Each occasion is designed to celebrate and inspire environmental stewardship alongside a strong community of maui residents and.
We offer each guest plenty of room to roam around, for the very best view of mauis humpback whales. The shallow and protected interisland waterways surrounding maui entice these massive creatures for months of playing, mating, birthing and raising their. Maui whale watching best maui whale watches maui tickets. Our favorite whale watch its fast which means you spend more time watching whales and less time looking for them. During our winter months dec 15thapril 15th humpback whales migrate down from the cold waters of alaska to the warm waters of maui to give birth to and train their calves. Humpback whales arrive at different times in the fall, sometimes as soon as september but. Malolo is a great option for families and groups who want to experience maui from the ocean. The explorer is a hardshelled boat with an inflatable edge like a large zodiac which gives a fast, smooth ride and a front row seat for every passenger. While the first maui whale sighting differs every year, its lately been as early as september that humpbacks are spotted in maui.
Whale season on maui is a magical time for locals and visitors alike. Our small group rafting vessels host small groups of guests so you get up close and personal with mauis whales, dolphins, turtles, tropical fish and other marine life. If youre interested in going whale watching in maui, you can get more information on available tours, rates, and bookings on the barefoot tours site. Maui reef adventures offers small group whale watch trips that give guests an intimate experience away. During the winter months, the maui coast plays host to the majestic humpback whales who visit the area to mate and give birth. Both are indicators of a shift in seasons, and just as a snowflake falling from the sky signals winter for much of the mainland, the first sighting of humpback whales hearkens winter for us in hawaii during the winter months of decemberapril, the leeward waters of maui county house the worlds densest. All of the footage was taken in 1 single whale watch trip aboard blue water rafting from kihei boat ramp in south maui, hawaii in february 17th, 2010. In april, humpback whales begin their migration north to feast on rich krill in alaska. One of the most popular and fun things to do during this time is to go on a whale watching cruise. The incident comes on the heels of a mass stranding last month on aug.
The harbour at maalaea is within easy reach for a variety of boat trips with the pacific whale foundation for snorkelling on molikini, getting up close to the humbacks and enjoying the. It is that time of year where the humpback whales start to appear in larger numbers to return to the warm waters of hawaii to mate, give birth, and nurse their young. Pride of maui offers whale watching tours over a narrower window compared to others, usually from december 15 to the end of march. For over 30 years, mauis great whale count has brought together volunteers of all backgrounds and ages to count humpback whales from the shoreline. The event provides findings on marine science, local whale trends, and the cetacean population in mauis oceans. It depends on the change of seasons, water temp and storms up in alaska, but as soon as the water gets too cold the humpback whales make their annual visit to maui. This is the safest and most comfortable way to experience upclose whale. During their annual migration to mauis coastal waters, they come to calve, mate, and rear their young. Our lead boat, maui princess, is the largest, most uncrowded whale watching boat on maui. While you are cruising on the ocean, your incredible captain and crew will know how to find these energetic mammals. The hawaiian humpback whale marine sanctuary is located in kihei and was created by congress in 1992 as a way to protect these magnificent creatures in hawaiian waters. Without a doubt, one of the most amazing marine wildlife adventures youll ever have the opportunity to partake in is a chance to witness the majesty of the north pacific humpback whales in their natural environment year, after year, these magical mammals grace hawaiian. We offer each guest plenty of room to roam around, for the very best view of maui s humpback whales.
Whale tales to bring renowned marine experts to maui in february 2020 november 5, 2019 whale vision. May 03, 2016 whale tales to bring renowned marine experts to maui in february 2020 november 5, 2019 whale vision. It begins each year on december 15th as thousands of humpback whales return to mate and give birth in the protected waters of the hawaiian islands. Two pygmy killer whales were found stranded at sugar beach in south maui today. Maui whale watch maui reef adventures maui snorkel. We offer seasonal whale watching from maui, and snorkeling all year long. Feb 20, 2010 all of the footage was taken in 1 single whale watch trip aboard blue water rafting from kihei boat ramp in south maui, hawaii in february 17th, 2010. Every ticket supports active marine research and the whale entanglement response team. Pacific whale foundation is a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization founded in 1980 to protect the ocean through science and advocacy, and to inspire environmental stewardship. But they have a great reputation for providing guests with a memorable whale watching experience, so are well worth considering. Easytofind checkin location at the whalers village shopping center and the only boat with a physical locationbooth on the beach.
The maui ocean centers aquarium and whale watch experience launched on tuesday, jan. These tours run from december through march and provide you with a spectacular vantage point from the safety. Humpback migration to hawaiian breeding grounds whale trust. We are governed by a volunteer board of directors and our work is funded through fundraising activities, memberships and donations from supporters worldwide. The raftlike boat was smaller than the big catamarans and the fewer amount of passengers 15 on my trip and the very personable and funloving crew of 3 made for a more. Mar 29, 2016 we offer seasonal whale watching from maui, and snorkeling all year long. Maui whale watching tours and snorkeling mauis ultimate. Pacific whale foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded in 1980 to protect the ocean through science and advocacy, and to inspire environmental stewardship. The ocean surrounding our islands are more than 15. The peak season for whale watching on maui is january, february, and march, though whale season in maui officially runs from december 15may 15.
It operates a 65foot power catamaran called the ocean explorer, a 50foot sailing. Maui whale watch tours hawaii humpback whale watching. Whale watching available december 15th april 15th more about sea maui whale watching. The shallow and protected interisland waterways surrounding maui entice these massive creatures for months of playing, mating, birthing and. Whale watching what months best time to go kihei forum. Whale watching experiences on maui maui s best whale watching tours. In a small boatin the company of guides with deep knowledge of whale behavior in these watersget as. Whalewatching in maui in the beginning of april usa today.
Early in the season, the first sightings are usually of males who have made the swim from alaska, awaiting the females who usually show up between thanksgiving and christmas. On our maui whale adventures, we get in the water and immerse ourselves in the absolutely spectacular beauty and majesty of their energy and their song. The whales are drawn to the areas shallow waters, especially the auau channel between maui, molokai. Our big, spacious boat and can follow the whales in comfort, no matter where they roam, throughout the humpback whale sanctuary. While it is not whale watch season, would it be worth trying for a tour if there are tours during this period. Humpback whales are one of the larger species of baleen whales, with adult males ranging between 40 and 52 feet and weighing up to 45 tons. Whale watching in maui is one of the most unique opportunities to take advantage of. Whale watching tours on maui depart from four different locations on every type of charter boat. Although humpback whales can be seen from all of the hawaiian islands, the shallow auau channel between maui, molokai and lanai is one of the best whale. Our fast and safe rafting vessels are low to the water and perfect for close whale watching encounters and small groups making every seat a front row seat. Hop aboard for snorkeling at some of maui s most popular locations, including molokini crater, or choose from a sunset cruise along maui s shoreline or whale watching from december to april. I know that the best time to go whale watching in maui hawaii is the winter months decemberapril but im going to maui on my honeymoon in september the 4th12th and was wondering if there was any possibility i would see any whales lol silly question but i figured im going to be there id love to see a whale if anyone had any spots or suggestions that may. On average, the first whale sighting from a trilogy. The whales are drawn to the areas shallow waters, especially the auau channel between maui, molokai and lanai, making maui.
The pacific whale foundation has released a tentative schedule of events for maui whale festival 2018. Greatly increase your chances of seeing humpback whales in the wild on this whale watching trip to the pailolo channel off the west maui coast. Whale season takes place from december through april. The 32 nd annual maui whale festival, a tremendous hit with locals and visitors alike, offers many opportunities for upclose and personal sightings of hawaiis largest visitors. Maui activities whale watching maui whale watching tours. The waters surrounding maui are the stage for some of the best whale watching in the world. Maui whale watch maui reef adventures maui snorkel tours. Humpback whale watching in maui options, tips, whale info.
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