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Makai Adventures Maui Whale Watching Locally Owned and 10 Years of 5 Star Reviews
Whale watching in Maui is already special. The difference between a good trip and an unforgettable one often comes down to the crew, the boat, and…
Essential Features of the Best Whale Watching Boats in Maui
Whale watching in Maui is a bucket-list adventure that captivates thousands of visitors each year. Witnessing the majestic humpback whales in their…
Discover Maui's Best-Kept Summer Secrets: Unlocking the Top 5 Must-Do Experiences!
Maui, often dubbed the "Valley Isle," offers a summer getaway filled with stunning landscapes, rich culture, and exciting adventures. The sun-soaked…
Uncover the Ultimate Maui Adventure: Embark on a Private Boat Charter with Makai Adventures!
Are you ready to explore dazzling blue waters and stunning coastlines? A private boat charter on Maui with Makai Adventures is the perfect getaway…
How to get the SHOT OF A LIFETIME. Maui Whale Watching
For many people visiting Hawaii during the winter, joining a whale watching tour isn’t just about experiencing some incredibly large and acrobatic…
"It Never Gets Old!!!" A Crew's Perspective
As I enter into my fourth season of whale watching on the waters off the coast of Maui, I am frequently asked whether or not I ever get tired of…
Dive in at Shark Fin
See that rock? See the resemblance of a shark fin? The Hawaiian name for this special place is Kaunolu. Known to be King Kamehameha the Great's…
The FRESHEST FISH you'll eat on Maui
Familiar with the phrase farm to table? Well, at Makai Adventures we do Pole to Plate - Bring your lunch, CATCH YOUR DINNER! We're out there to catch…
Sweet Pea... the largest fish in the sea!
Out with the whales, in with the... whale shark?! April 15 was quite a spectacular day in all possible ways. The weather was perfect, the whales were…
Making A Splash
Seeing a whale breach is something that can change your life! It is both amazing and a little confusing (how does this huge animal get itself up and…
Whale Of A Time On Maui
It's hard to have a bad day on Maui. It's even harder if you're in the presence of a pod of whales! At Makai Adventures, we feel so lucky to be able…
Whale Talk
Humpback Whales are by far one of the most interesting creatures around...They are also one of the most elusive and mysterious! At Makai Adventures…
Maui Muggings on the Rise
Nobody comes to Maui expecting to get mugged. The past few weeks, however, we have noticed a drastic increase in the number of muggings in the…
Love Is In The Air
Looking for a special way to celebrate your loved one this Valentine's Day? Makai Adventures has the perfect answer for you!
How many Humpback whales are there?
During whale season, the iconic North Pacific Humpbacks can be spotted all over the waters of Maui. No matter where you look, you'll find quite…
Whale Tails
Maui experiences many seasons outside of the normal winter, spring, summer and fall...Maui has Mango season...Jacaranda season...A dry season...And…
Maui Fishing Charter = An Unforgettable Adventure (And Dinner)!
Makai Adventures is pleased to be one of the top fishing charters on the island of Maui! We offer top of the line gear, well-seasoned fishermen and a…
Deep Sea vs. Bottom Fishing
When coming with Makai Adventures on a Maui fishing charter we prefer to take you bottom fishing. In case you are unfamiliar with the difference…
Hana Pa’a (Fish ON!)
Bottom fishing goes on year round here in Maui waters and there’s no better experience than to catch and eat your own fish, it just seems to taste…
Life is Great, Snorkeling Makes it Better
Why do guests love our Maui snorkel tours?? Feedback from guests tells us that they love our small group setting; it makes it feel like you're on a…
Endemic Capital of the World
An "endemic” species is one that lives nowhere else on earth. You may not know that the Hawaiian marine environment has more endemic marine species…
Why is West Maui So Famous For Humpback Whales?
There are Humpback whales in all the world’s oceans but what makes West Maui so famous for Humpback whale watching tours?? Location, location…
Intimate Whale Watching
There is no better place in the world to go on a Humpback whale watching tour than Maui. When coming for a visit, it is a MUST-DO activity. If you…
It’s Humpback Whale Season!
December 15 – April 15, the waters off of Maui are transformed into a National Marine Sanctuary for the North Pacific Humpback whales. It’s a magical…
Why do Humpback Whales Breach?
When going on a Maui whale watching tour with Makai Adventures one of the most popular questions our Naturalists receive is why do Humpback whales…
Songs of the Sea
If you have never heard a whale sing before, you’re missing out! Humpback whales are renowned for their haunting, intricate songs. On a Makai…
Adventure of a Lifetime
Makai Adventures offers some of the most fun you can have while out on the Hawaiian waters. One of our best adventures is our Maui snorkeling tour!…
Maui’s Whales: One of Nature’s True Wonders
These creatures of the deep blue are fascinating! Did you know Humpback Whales can grow to 60 feet in length? Even more amazing is the size of a…
Maui Bottom Fishing Charters
There is no better place to eat and catch fish than the calm water off Lahaina’s shore. Makai Adventures has the perfect set up for reeling in the…
Winter On Maui = Whale Watching At Its Finest
By far one of the coolest things to do on Maui in the winter is cruise out on the ocean for a world famous Maui whale watching tour. You get…
Humpbacks Are Back!
Winter signifies a lot of different things depending on where you are. Skiing and snowboarding for Colorado, ice fishing for Minnesota and whales for…