Join Dive Maui for a private 2-hour sunset whale watching tour off Lahaina’s coast. Get close to humpback whales and enjoy beautiful Hawaiian sunsets in a custom inflatable raft.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as the tour involves sitting or light standing on a stable inflatable raft.
Wildlife
History
Lahaina was once the royal capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom and an important whaling port in the 19th century.
Conservation
Dive Maui actively participates in marine wildlife conservation by minimizing impact and educating guests about protecting humpback habitats.
Dive Maui
Join Dive Maui for a private 2-hour sunset whale watching tour off Lahaina’s coast. Get close to humpback whales and enjoy beautiful Hawaiian sunsets in a custom inflatable raft.
Dive Maui operates from Lahaina, Hawaii, offering guided scuba dives, whale-watching tours, and PADI training with a strong focus on safety and small-group service. The company runs an array of experiences including two-tank boat dives to Lanai’s Cathedrals, shore dives at Mala Wharf to swim with turtles and encounter reef sharks, and extended trips to Molokini Crater with a backwall dive and the Carthaginian wreck.
Whale-watching options include 1.5-hour and 2-hour excursions and a 2-hour sunset whale watch aboard a custom inflatable raft, with hydrophone or onboard speakers so guests can hear humpback whale song. Scuba learning opportunities range from Discover Scuba introductions and PADI ReActivate refreshers to a PADI Open Water Referral course completed in Lahaina over multiple dives.
Small group sizes and personalized attention are emphasized across all offerings: whale-watch tours limit passengers for intimacy, shore dives keep diver-to-instructor ratios low, and instruction-focused programs provide hands-on coaching. Environmental stewardship is part of the operation through organized debris-collection dives such as Dive Against Debris events.
All descriptions reflect the programs available from Dive Maui. Guests should review prerequisites and certification requirements for scuba courses and advanced dives prior to booking.
Base Location
Lahaina, Hawaii
Central Maui departure point
Tours Offered
11 experiences
Diving, whale watches, courses
Small Groups
Personalized attention
Limited passengers and divers
Typical Duration
1.5–7 hours
Short tours to full-day trips
Reserve a dive, whale watch, or PADI course from Lahaina for small-group attention, expert guides, and memorable marine encounters.
Arrive Early to Secure Good Seating
Boarding is first-come, first-served for seating on the inflatable raft. Arriving early ensures you get the best vantage point for whale sightings and sunsets.
Dress in Layers
Ocean temperatures can drop quickly at sunset, so wear light layers to stay comfortable throughout the tour.
Bring Waterproof Protection for Electronics
Protect cameras and phones from water spray and humidity to prevent damage during close wildlife encounters.
Be Patient and Respect Wildlife
Whales are wild animals; maintaining a respectful distance and patience increases your chances of memorable sightings without disturbing them.
Light Windbreaker
Provides warmth and wind protection during cool, breezy sunset hours.
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Waterproof Camera Case
Keeps cameras safe from sea spray and moisture for clear whale photos.
Sun Hat
Helps shield from the sun during daytime hours before sunset.
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Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the cruise while reducing plastic waste.