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The 15 Best Boat Tours from Maalaea Harbor

22 tours  ·  from $49

Maalaea sits at the pinch point between the two mountains, which makes it the shortest run to Molokini and the windiest harbour on the island by lunchtime. The 15 below leave from it, priced and timed by how early they sail.

Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma'alaea Harbor to Molokini - What the Calypso gives you for $185.95
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Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma’alaea Harbor to Molokini

1.Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma’alaea Harbor to Molokini

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,997 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $185Our pick

Board the three-level Calypso at Ma’alaea Harbor for a 5.5-hour snorkel trip to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. Your fare includes gear, lifeguards, breakfast, lunch, drinks, glass-bottom viewing, slides, and historical narration. The captain may adjust stops for weather and sea conditions.

“Great crew and great trip. We were able to snorkel Molokini and watch some whales while we were heading to the next area. We seen turtles and the food was great. The captain was very knowledgeable about everything about the trip.”

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From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver - Two hours of whale watching
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From Maalaea: Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

2.Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,461 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49Best value

Cruise Maui’s winter waters aboard the double-deck Quicksilver, a fast catamaran leaving Maalaea Harbor. Over two hours, your captain and crew explain whale behavior while hydrophones let you hear their songs. Juice and soda are included, with shade, restrooms, and drinks for purchase.

“Best whale watching experience I’ve had! Lots of activity by the whales. The staff on the boat were wonderful!”

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Ma'alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran - Boarding at Ma’alaea Harbor
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Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

3.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 979 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

Cruise from Ma’alaea Harbor aboard Quicksilver’s double-deck power catamaran. Your captain and crew explain whale behavior while hydrophones bring their songs onboard. Look for calves, spy-hops, tail slaps, and breaches, with shaded seating, restrooms, and drinks included.

“The staff and Captain were extremely pleasant, informative and competent. The boat was very safe and comfortable with both open and under awning seating, bathroom and some snacks/drinks for sale. Plus they shared water during the sail. We saw whales immediately on leaving the harbor and the Captain did a great job of safely following blows and sightings. We saw breeches, flukes and fin waves, mommas and a baby. Additionally, the company worked with my husband and I when we had to reschedule due to some weather issues that affected our original date. Very gracious and accommodating. I would definitely recommend and definitely book this cruise again!!”

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From Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver - The two-hour route and what you actually see
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From Ma’alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

4.From Ma’alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 826 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Set sail from Ma'alaea Harbor at 5 p.m. aboard the double-decker Quicksilver catamaran for a two-hour sunset dinner cruise. Enjoy a three-course meal, two alcoholic drinks, live island-style music, and views toward Lahaina and Lanai. Winter sailings may include humpback whale sightings.

“We had a great time on the dinner cruise! The staff and food was great! The only issue I have was that there wasn’t much cruise time! We stopped in a cove and parked. Parking at the event was a little confusing, we barely made it.”

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Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor - Molokini Crater and nearly two hours in the water
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Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

5.Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 821 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $202

Board the 55-foot Four Winds catamaran at Maalaea Harbor for a five-hour Molokini outing. Snorkel among tropical fish, use glass-bottom Sea Boards, watch for whales in winter, and enjoy breakfast, lunch, drinks, and helpful instruction from the crew.

“Such a great experience with this crew! They are super friendly and engaging. Since we’d never been snorkeling it was nice to have the gear and teachers, Snorkeling itself was a bit underwhelming as it was mostly one fish type but the whales too and from were super exciting! Food was good!”

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Whale Watching from Ma'alaea Harbor - The Naturalists Are a Major Part of the Value
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Whale Watching from Ma’alaea Harbor

6.Whale Watching from Ma’alaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 537 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $82Top rated

Cruise from Maalaea Harbor for about two hours with Pacific Whale Foundation marine naturalists. Hear humpback songs through underwater hydrophones, learn to read whale behavior, and watch for mothers, calves, breaches, and dolphins. Children 4 and under are free, and whale sightings are guaranteed.

“We saw so many whales! There was a lot of information shared, and the crew was great. There were quite a few people on board which can limit your view. They have binoculars for rent onboard for use.”

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Maui Ma'alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise - A sunset on Maalaea Bay, with whales as a bonus
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Maui Ma’alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise

7.Maui Ma’alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 533 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $149

Board the three-story Calypso at Maalaea Harbor for a two-hour sunset dinner cruise with table-side service, island music, two included alcoholic drinks, and choices such as prime rib, mahi mahi, ribs, chicken, or pasta. Seasonal whale sightings can add a memorable bonus.

“Very pleasant evening. Nice service. Pretty good food. Drinks were good. The ride out was very nice with lots of whale sightings and a beautiful sunset.”

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From Ma'alaea: 'Alihilani Sunset Sail Catamaran Tour - The Auau Channel and Maui’s evening views
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From Ma’alaea: ‘Alihilani Sunset Sail Catamaran Tour

8.‘Alihilani Sunset Sail Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 348 reviews · from $114

Sail Maui’s Alihilani carries you through the Auau Channel from Maalaea Harbor for a two-hour sunset sail. Expect open-deck seating, trampoline nets, drinks, cold hors d’oeuvres, English-speaking crew, and possible dolphins or humpback whales from December through March.

“Absolutely amazing experience! Jamie, Nicholas, and Steven were a fantastic crew, and we would recommend this to anyone coming to Maui!”

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From Ma'alaea: Turtle Town Snorkel aboard Quicksilver - The ride across Maalaea Bay
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From Ma’alaea: Turtle Town Snorkel aboard Quicksilver

9.Turtle Town Snorkel aboard Quicksilver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 298 reviews · 4h 30m · from $99

Cruise from Maalaea Harbor to South Maui for a two-hour snorkel stop at Turtle Town or Coral Gardens. Quicksilver provides gear, flotation aids, lifeguards, lunch, drinks, a jumping platform, and a waterslide. Crew names may vary, though Captain Heather has led past trips.

“We had a blast! The crew was amazing and fun along with being super nice.”

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Lanai Snorkel and Dolphin Watch from Maalaea - Leaving Maalaea on the 65-foot catamaran
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Lanai Snorkel and Dolphin Watch from Maalaea

10.Lanai Snorkel and Dolphin Watch from Maalaea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 235 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $183

Cruise from Ma'alaea to Lanai aboard a 65-foot Pacific Whale Foundation catamaran. You’ll get breakfast, lunch, snorkel gear, fish lessons, and about 90 minutes at a Lanai reef, with chances to see spinner dolphins and seasonal humpback whales. Captain Emily has earned special praise for her warm family welcome.

“Best high light of the day was seeing dolphins and baby dolphins 🐬 by the boat and of course snorkel as well definitely recommend! 😍”

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From Ma'alaea: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver - A spacious catamaran with two different moods
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From Ma’alaea: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

11.Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 218 reviews · 2 hours · from $139

Spend two hours aboard Quicksilver, a spacious double-deck catamaran sailing from Maalaea Bay. Enjoy a three-course dinner, two alcoholic drinks, island-style music, and sunset views of Maui and nearby islands. Seating may be first come, first served, so arrive early if you want a preferred spot.

“It was an experience of a lifetime! A pod of dolphins on the starboard side and the sunset on the port side, couldn’t decide which way to look. Excellent time for our 25th anniversary!”

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Molokini Snorkel and Performance Sail: Mā’alaea Harbor - Reaching Molokini Crater and entering the water
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Molokini Snorkel and Performance Sail: Mā’alaea Harbor

12.Molokini Snorkel and Performance Sail: Mā’alaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $200

Leave Mā’alaea Harbor at 7:30 am aboard Sail Maui’s catamaran for Molokini snorkeling, sailing, breakfast, lunch, and drinks. Crew members such as AJ, Brandon, Jeff, Micah, and Greg are praised for warm help, clear instruction, and family-friendly care. Whale sightings are possible in season.

“Guys absolutely outdone themselves. Amazing vessel, food, vibes and music was just right. If you’re looking for less mainstream experience - this is it. 11 out of 10”

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Maalaea: West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch - When wind changes the Lanai plan
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Maalaea: West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

13.West Maui Snorkeling & Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 210 reviews · from $200

Sail from Maalaea Harbor toward Lanai aboard a comfortable catamaran, with snorkel gear, breakfast, a buffet lunch, reef-safe sunscreen, and an open bar included. Captain Patrick, Captain Ron, James, Dan, and other crew members are noted for clear safety briefings and friendly help, while conditions decide the final snorkel stop.

“We had a great experience including my husband and boys aged 15 and 17. We are very happy to be able to participate in this catamaran trip, where we were snorkeling on Lanai and seeing dolphin herds and whales. Thanks to the captain and crew members.”

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Sunset Sail from Ma'alaea Harbor - The sunset is the main event
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Sunset Sail from Ma’alaea Harbor

14.Sunset Sail from Ma’alaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 207 reviews · from $151

Join Pacific Whale Foundation’s two-hour Ocean Spirit sunset sail from Ma’alaea Harbor. You’ll watch the Pacific turn gold, enjoy island-style music, appetizers, coffee, tea, and soft drinks, and may spot humpback whales in season. Alcohol service has changed, so confirm the current policy before booking.

“We really enjoyed our sunset sail. Our all female crew were fun and hard working (I had no idea of the physical exertion required in hoisting the sail). The food was really good and my beer was cold. But the real attraction was nature itself. Being in the ocean watching the sunset was simply amazing.”

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Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea - The first whale sightings near Maalaea
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Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea

15.Whale Watching Tour on a Charming Hawaiian Catamaran From Maalaea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Spend about 2½ hours aboard Winona, a Hawaiian-built catamaran departing Maalaea. From December through March, watch humpback whales with Capt. Sam, Spencer, Meghan, or the crew, listen through underwater hydrophones, and enjoy snacks, drinks, music, and views of West Maui, Molokai, and Lanai.

“Excellent trip, good information, good weather, good drinks, good snacks, remember sun screen and fun friends to bring with you”

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