Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching

Eye-level whale watching (or summer time dolphin watching) onboard our low-to-water small group zodiac rafts. Native Hawaiian owned and voted TripAdvisors Traveler's Choice, Hawaii Ocean Rafting has

Eye-level whale watching (or summer time dolphin watching) onboard our low-to-water small group zodiac rafts. Native Hawaiian owned and voted TripAdvisors Traveler's Choice, Hawaii Ocean Rafting has been Maui’s original ocean rafting experience for more than 30 years. Our small group tours make for a fun, family style whale watch experience. Although whales are protected in Hawaii, they often approach our small boats for closer and eye level whale encounters. *Wildlife sighting's vary in the wild. Search for dolphins (summer months) early season whales (Nov & May) and sightsee on this tour in the off season. A low-to-water zodiac boat puts you close to the ocean’s surface for eye-level wildlife encounters and a eco-friendly adventure. We are located in Lahaina, Maui, just a short drive from Kaanapali, Kahana, Napili, Kapalua and other West Maui accommodations. And a fun destination for visitors staying in Kihei or Wailea. No pregnant persons or children under 3

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Location: Maui

What's Included

Plan to get wet! This is a low to water boat- ocean spray and light rain can occur during tour.
Life jackets are provided for emergencies but are not required to be worn during the tour.
Dolphin Tour includes snacks and beverages
Hydrophone to listen to whale songs
*Type of encounters vary in the wild- Up close sightings not guaranteed
Whales or Dolphins (Based on option selected)
Tour Operator: Hawaii Ocean Rafting
Available shade varies on boat. Please bring sun protection: hat, sunglasses and reef safe sunscreen
Marine Naturalist Narration

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Do they allow kids on this tour? My niece is only 4.

A: Unfortunately, they don’t allow kids under 3 years old on the tour. So your 4-year-old niece can’t join. It's a great experience for older kids, though! If you’re looking for something for her, maybe consider a different kind of boat tour.

Q: What should I wear? I don't wanna get soaked!

A: Dress comfortably and be prepared to get splashed! I'd recommend wearing a swimsuit under your clothes, and definitely bring a light jacket in case it gets windy. Don't forget reef-safe sunscreen and a hat!

Q: Can this be rescheduled if the weather's bad?

A: Yes, they have a flexible rescheduling policy for weather-related cancellations. If it's unsafe to go out, they’ll contact you to offer alternate dates. It's super helpful, especially since Maui weather can be unpredictable!

Discussions

Just did the Eco-Raft Tour and it was AMAZING!

I went on the Maui Eco-Raft Tour last week, and wow, what an experience! We saw a pod of dolphins and even got splashed a bit, which was so much fun. The guides were super knowledgeable and made it really interactive. I’d recommend this for anyone who loves the ocean and wildlife. Just remember to bring your sunscreen!

Thinking of gifting this Eco-Raft Tour – any tips?

I’m considering buying this Eco-Raft Tour for my friend's birthday next month. It looks like a blast! But I’m a bit nervous since I don’t know what to expect. How’s the experience for someone who maybe gets seasick easily? Any tips for first-timers?