Humpback whale season is a magical time here on Maui. It's estimated that upwards of 12,000 humpback whales visit this island sanctuary every year to mate and give birth. Seeing these gentle giants of the sea is an experience of a lifetime! Limited to only 25 Airbnb guests on this 3-hour small group excursion departing from Ma'alaea Harbor, you'll learn firsthand what it is like to be a whale researcher! Hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation's certified Marine Naturalists, you'll gain a more comprehensive understanding of humpback whales and the behaviors you witness throughout your adventure on the water. Interacting with our researchers and naturalists, you'll learn about what data collection is being gathered and how this data is utilized in our ongoing whale research. Your adventure will take place aboard Ocean Explorer, our 54 ft. single deck catamaran that offers unimpeded views and is the perfect platform for witnessing and photographing mothers and calves interacting and males competing for females. You never know what you'll see as every tour is different, so come out and enjoy the magic!