Small group whale watching onboard our small group, smooth ride raft vessel. Native Hawaiian owned and voted TripAdvisors Traveler's Choice, Hawaii Ocean Rafting has been Maui’s original ocean experience for more than 30 years. Our small group tours make for a fun, family style experience. Although dolphins are protected in Hawaii and we do not approach them closer than federal regulations, they often approach our small vessel for closer and eye level dolphin encounters.
Due to style of vessel, tour does not permit pregnant persons, persons with back or neck injuries or children under 3 years.
Board our small group vessel for a Maui sightseeing adventure. Our award winning tours departs from Lahaina, Maui, and explore the coast of West Maui and Lanai, searching for wild dolphins and sightseeing the island's coast from the water. This tour has no in-water activity (no snorkeling), all sightseeing will be from our small eco-raft, so can stay dry and still have an ocean adventure! Our marine naturalists share fun facts about marine animals and the islands. Take a break and enjoy sweet pastries, fruit, optional lunch wraps, maui style potato chips, cookies and beverages. Our small group tour means avoiding the crowds and a fun, family style experience! 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. * Dolphin encounters vary in their natural environment, the wild. Sightings are not guaranteed. *NO pregnant persons or children under 3 years.
MANDATORY CHECK-IN 30 minutes prior to start time at tour operator Hawaii Ocean Rafting location. Park on near Lahaina Cannery and check-in at 1223 Front St., located next to Snorkel Bobs. No refunds for late arrivals. Due to closed roads & traffic, plan additional travel time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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