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Sail with the Whales from Lahaina & Ma’alaea Harbor, Maui (10% Off!)

Get more than just whale watching when you sail on a catamaran in search of these majestic creatures. No motor, just the wind in your sails and an expert crew providing an unforgettable whale watching experience. Save 10% with our code below!!!

Sail with the Whales - Henry looking out for whales from the net.

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Activity Overview

  • Departs From: Maui – Lahaina/Ka’anapali (West), Maui – Ma’alaea (Central)
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Price: $90
  • Included in the price: Lunch, snacks, drinks

Sail with the Whales Highlights

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Five tour times daily from December 15th through March 31st: early morning to golden hour (near sunset)
  • Four tours depart from Lahaina Harbor
  • Midday Sail departs from Ma’alaea Harbor (Central Maui) Slip #72 (click here for directions)
  • Maximum 25 guests
  • Set sail in search of humpback whales, relax, and enjoy beverages, snacks, and sandwiches.
  • Children are welcome, and ages 3 and under are free!
  • Looking for more whale watching tours from Ma’alaea Harbor? Explore six types of tours (sunset, different vessel sizes, dinner, etc) with Pacific Whale Foundation.
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Save 10% with Sail Maui by Using Promo Code HVG226

Please note, it is tricky on where to enter the promo code at checkout. Enter the code in the Promotion Section, not the Individual’s Info Box.
Promo Code: HVG226 (as of April 1st, 2026)
The promo code changes quarterly, so contact us if it isn’t working!

Sail with the whales
A curious whale got very close to our boat!

Sail with the Whales Details

Whale season is Erica’s favorite time of year, and we’ve been on many whale-watching tours over the years because it never gets old. We like Sail Maui for their spacious boat and friendly crew.

Sail Maui specializes in, you guessed it, sailing! No noisy motor drumming your whole trip, which makes the experience so much more relaxing. We love their Paragon II vessel and the fact that their whale watching tours cap at 25 guests. You have plenty of room to roam around the catamaran, and you can get a great view no matter where you are.

Maui is the best place for whale watching in Hawaii, and you’ll be in good hands. Set sail for 2 hours of whale watching (check-in is 30 minutes prior to departure). Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, fruit, sandwiches, and dessert are available during the tour. All that’s left for you to do is enjoy the ride and keep your eyes peeled for those magnificent creatures you set out looking for.

Learn more and book
Lanai maui snorkel tour

Save 10% with Sail Maui by Using Promo Code HVG226

Please note, it is tricky on where to enter the promo code at checkout. Enter the code in the Promotion Section, not the Individual’s Info Box.
Promo Code: HVG226 (as of April 1st, 2026)
The promo code changes quarterly, so contact us if it isn’t working!

Sail with the whales catamaran
This is Sail Maui’s Paragon II vessel with the bonus of one very excited Henry in the frame.

Ma’alaea Harbor Whale Watching Tours
Looking for more whale watching tours from Ma’alaea Harbor? Explore six types of tours (sunset, different vessel sizes, dinner, etc) with Pacific Whale Foundation.

About Sail Maui

Sail Maui runs boat tours on two high-performance catamarans. They depart from Ma’alaea Harbor, offering a wide range of sailing excursions that leave from a convenient location. Their tours offer adventure and an unforgettable experience because the Sail Maui crew is truly enthusiastic about sailing…and Maui.

Be sure to check out their other tours as well!

  • Molokini Crater Snorkel & Sail
  • West Maui Snorkel & Sail
  • Luxury Sunset Sail from Lahaina and Ma’alaea Harbors
  • Island of Lana’i Snorkel and Sail
Lanai maui snorkel tour

Save 10% with Sail Maui by Using Promo Code HVG226

Please note, it is tricky on where to enter the promo code at checkout. Enter the code in the Promotion Section, not the Individual’s Info Box.
Promo Code: HVG226 (as of April 1st, 2026)
The promo code changes quarterly, so contact us if it isn’t working!

Watch our experience whale watching with the Sail Maui crew. Note, that this was filmed when they departed Lahaina Harbor.

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