Each year since 2006, worldrenowned presenters have. Humpback whales slow to arrive in hawaii in this jan. Last season, a total of 984 humpback whale sightings were reported during the 2017 great whale count on maui conducted in february, with the largest number of sightings occurring at pu. Each winter december through may, thousands of kohola humpback whales travel to hawaii from colder waters to breed, calve and nurse their young.
Seeing as we operate seven boats that offer whale watching tours in maui, this is a question were asked a lot and at all different times of the year officially, whale season in maui runs. Early in the season, the first sightings are usually of. Maui whale watching tours hawaii cruise excursions. Best maui whale watching tours things to do in maui vacatia. Hawaiis whale watching season runs from december through may. The humpback whales return to hawaii for a few months every year to mate and give birth, so malolo takes you out to see them from december 8 th april 15 th. Humpback whale watch, maui, february 5, 2020 youtube. There are also whale watch tours put on by different organizations that. One of the most popular and fun things to do during this time is to go on a whale watching cruise. Youll be floating amid the whales less than 15 minutes after leaving on just about any of the whalewatch boat tours out of lahaina harbor. Maui whale festival with various events throughout february. Look out your window just not while youre driving please.
For over 30 years, mauis great whale count has brought together volunteers of all backgrounds and ages to count. What to know about a february vacation to hawaii go. You can watch the whales from many of mauis beaches, or even from an overcrowded whale watch boat, but imagine experiencing these gentle giants aboard a kayak from ocean level. Hop aboard for snorkeling at some of maui s most popular locations, including molokini crater, or choose from a sunset cruise along maui s shoreline or whale watching from december to april. No crowds, no feet getting stepped on for a better view, no heads in the way, no engine noises or diesel fumes its just you, your family, and friends and the. February is part of the big wave season on oahus north shore. Pacific whale foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded in 1980 to protect the ocean through science and advocacy, and to inspire environmental stewardship. Maui humpback whale encounter february 17, 2020 duration. We are excited to announce that the dates and location for whale tales 2017. The winter months in maui november thru february are a bit cooler. Our small group rafting vessels host small groups of guests so you get up close and. Temperatures range from mid 70s to low 80s during the day and mid 60s at night. Early in the season, the first sightings are usually of males who have made the swim from alaska, awaiting the females who usually show up between thanksgiving and christmas. December 15th is the official start of the humpback whale season in hawaii, but guests on our private whale watching tour could spot whales as early as november, and since the feeling of watching a humpback from a kayak is one of the islands best adventures, we figured it was time to discuss some basics about humpback whales in maui.
A diving whales fluke and a second whales exhalation. Join maui s largest walking and running event to kickoff the 40th annual maui whale festival. This free, allday family celebration of mauis humpback whales takes place from 10 am to 5 pm at kalama park by the big whale statue on south kihei road, kihei. May 03, 2016 humpback whales have a specific reproductive cycle with the same components as all mammals. It is that time of year where the humpback whales start to appear in larger numbers to return to the warm waters of hawaii. With more than 30 events, activities, and cruises spread out over a sixmonth period, everybodyfrom children to scholars and biologistswill easily find. Festivities are carried out all week, but most of the event. We offer each guest plenty of room to roam around, for the very best view of mauis humpback whales. Maui whale watching guide humpback whales in hawaii. But on occasion, we will have our first whale sighting as early as october or even late september. Experience the humpback whales and view them in their natural habitat. Whale watching season in maui is novembermay with peak season typically running between midjanuary and march.
On the island of maui, the peak months for whalewatching are january, february and march. For more information or to see the best weekly, monthly and yearly celebrations, check out our calendar of upcoming maui events. Maui whale watching is most thrilling aboard the malolo. In april, humpback whales begin their migration north to feast on rich krill in alaska. Mamas fish house is our favorite restaurant on maui and is located about 3040 minutes east of lahaina in the small town of paia. Humpback whales are one of the larger species of baleen whales, with adult males ranging between 40 and 52 feet and weighing up to 45 tons. Nights can get a bit cooler with lows of 66f but even the water temperature never cools down under 75f. During their annual migration to mauis coastal waters, they come to calve, mate, and rear their young. On the island of maui, the peak months for whale watching are january, february and march.
Maui now hawaii news whale watching 101 maui now hawaii. Our favorite whale watch its fast which means you spend more time watching whales and less time looking for them. Mid february whale day celebration mauis largest celebration of whales voted best community festival by maui time weekly readers poll. Feb 20, 2010 all of the footage was taken in 1 single whale watch trip aboard blue water rafting from kihei boat ramp in south maui, hawaii in february 17th, 2010. Although humpback whales can be seen from all of the hawaiian islands, the shallow auau channel between maui, molokai and lanai is one of the best whale. Every year, in late february or early march, the pacific whale foundation hosts the maui whale festival. Each occasion is designed to celebrate and inspire environmental stewardship alongside a strong community of maui residents and. Each winter december through may, thousands of kohola humpback whales travel to hawaii from colder waters. Part of the great maui whale festival, a twoweek series of events in celebration of mauis humpback whales. Pacific whale foundation helping protect our oceans. Maui whale watching best maui whale watches maui tickets. Every year, in late february or early march, the pacific whale foundation. The whaleplanner february a whale watching infographic.
All of the footage was taken in 1 single whale watch trip aboard blue water rafting from kihei boat ramp in south maui, hawaii in february. With peak humpback whale season and couples snuggling up for valentines day, maui in february is a busy time. Sep 05, 2018 seeing as we operate seven boats that offer whale watching tours in maui, this is a question were asked a lot and at all different times of the year officially, whale season in maui runs from december 15thmay 15th, although its still possible to see whales outside of the officialwhale season dates. Both are indicators of a shift in seasons, and just as a snowflake falling from the sky. Festivities are carried out all week, but most of the event is held on 2 days during the weekend. Hawaiian islands humpback whale education humpback whale. Our small group rafting vessels host small groups of guests so you get up close and personal with mauis whales, dolphins, turtles, tropical fish and other marine life. Whale watching tours on maui depart from four different locations on every type of charter boat. Insider tips for whale watching season in maui fodors. During the winter months on maui, whale watching is the most popular activity as everyone wants to see these majestic creatures up close. Whale tales is an annual fourday event on maui that brings together marine experts with thousands of residents and visitors from around the world. We are governed by a volunteer board of directors and our work is funded through fundraising activities, memberships and donations from supporters worldwide.
The maui whale festival is held in kihei at kalama park in south maui, hawaii. Each year since 2006, worldrenowned presenters have joined the whale trust research team on maui to collaborate and share the latest findings on humpback whales and their environment. For over 30 years, mauis great whale count has brought together volunteers of all backgrounds and ages to count humpback whales from the shoreline. Every seat is a front row seat in our whale watching tours. Humpback whales are one of the larger species of baleen whales, with adult males ranging between 40 and 52. Black, white and blurry september 28, 2019 join ralph lee hopkins for a whale tales photo expedition july 10, 2019. The maui ocean centers aquarium and whale watch experience launched on tuesday, jan. Join us on this incredible adventure which offers you the amazing opportunity to see humpback whales during their annual migration to hawaii, truly an experience you will remember forever. Malolo is a great option for families and groups who want to experience maui from the ocean. Whale season is one of the best times of the year to visit maui. Go here from your mobile device and click your account to create a user login. Whalewatching in maui in the beginning of april usa today. Pride of maui offers whale watching tours over a narrower window compared to others, usually from december 15 to the end of march.
Several other festivals and events are held throughout the island in february. We offer seasonal whale watching from maui, and snorkeling all year long. Since 1980, maui whale festival has offered a series of inspiring events held during mauis peak humpback whale season. At pacific whale foundation, our whale watching season officially kicks off in early november with our welcome home the whales cruise. Throughout the month, humpbacks definitely garner the majority of spotlight. This is the safest and most comfortable way to experience upclose whale. The event provides findings on marine science, local whale trends, and the cetacean population in mauis oceans. Maui is one of the most important habitats worldwide for the magnificent humpback whale. Maui vacation planner february calendar of events 2012. Protecting the ocean through science and advocacy and inspiring environmental stewardship. We offer each guest plenty of room to roam around, for the very best view of maui s humpback whales. Despite their size, humpback whales are surprisingly graceful acrobats. Pride of maui offers whale watching tours over a narrower window compared to others, usually from december 15 to the end of. Diving and whale watching in maui february 2020 youtube.
The explorer is a hardshelled boat with an inflatable edge like a large zodiac which gives a fast, smooth ride and a front row seat for every passenger. Maui whale watch tours marine naturalist cruises pacwhale. Join us on this incredible adventure which offers you the amazing opportunity to see humpback whales during. In addition to whales, february is also host to a variety of unique, entertaining events, from live concerts to chinese new year festivals. Whale watching in maui every winter, pods of pacific humpback whales make the 3,000mile swim from the chilly waters of alaska to bask in maui s summery shallows, fluking, spy hopping, spouting, and having an allaround swell time. Maui county mayor michael victorino covid19 updates for april 17, 2020. However, peak hawaii whale watching season occurs during february and march. The whales are drawn to the areas shallow waters, especially the auau channel between maui, molokai. The waters surrounding maui are the stage for some of the best whale watching in the world.
Whale trust, hawaiian islands humpback whale national marine sanctuary and division of. Download a special information sheet about whales and the sanctuary. Looking to do a whale watching tour at the end of february. Whale watching what months best time to go kihei forum. This high speed catamaran leaves from maalaea harbor and can get you to the whales quickly. Maui, kauai and the big island are the most popular islands for hawaii whale watching, so plan to visit one of these islands on your vacation.
At pacific whale foundation, our whale watching season officially kicks off in. The typical reproductive cycle of a mature female humpback is. Great cocktails and amazing food you really cannot go wrong with anything. Whale tales to bring renowned marine experts to maui in february 2020 november 5, 2019 whale vision. Humpback whales have a specific reproductive cycle with the same components as all mammals. The higher elevations along the slopes of haleakala can be quite chilly in the mornings mid 40s and 50s but always warm up during the day to the 70s. The island of maui is the best hawaiian island to watch these majestic mammals.
The explorer is a hardshelled boat with an inflatable edge like. The 32 nd annual maui whale festival, a tremendous hit with locals and visitors alike, offers many opportunities for upclose and personal sightings of hawaiis largest visitors. Join the great whale count with pacific whale foundation on saturday, february 23rd. Underwater video taken with gopro while on an ultimate whale watch out of lahaina, maui on february 5, 2020. We want your whale watching tour to be unforgettable. The maui whale festival maui whale day maui information guide. Our big, spacious boat and can follow the whales in comfort, no matter where they roam, throughout the humpback whale sanctuary. Whale season is one of the best times of the year to visit. Things to do on maui in february humpback whale season. Ive seen whales durign the season from every possible spot along the west and south maui coast. Whale day is a benefit for marine education programs for mauis schoolchildren. Pacific whale foundation is a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization founded in 1980 to protect the ocean through science and advocacy, and to inspire environmental stewardship. Saturday, february 8, 2020 9am 10am kamaole beach 1 to kalama park the whale day 2020 parade drew cheering crowds as it traveled down south kihei road from kamaole beach 1 to kalama park. Maui s ideal location in the pacific ocean allows for pleasantly warm weather any time of year with daytime highs in the low 80s f even in february.
Without a doubt, one of the most amazing marine wildlife adventures youll ever have the opportunity to partake in is a chance to witness the majesty of the north pacific humpback whales in their natural environment year, after year, these magical mammals grace hawaiian. Hop aboard for snorkeling at some of mauis most popular locations, including molokini crater, or choose. February, even though the middle of winter, means you can expect beach vacation weather on maui. So if you have not made your travel arrangements yet, shoot for these months. The peak season for whale watching on maui is january, february, and march, though whale season in maui officially runs from december 15may 15. The fluke of a diving whale and the pectoral fin of a second whale. Maui tourism maui hotels maui bed and breakfast maui vacation rentals. Jan 02, 2016 humpback whales slow to arrive in hawaii in this jan. Maui whale watching is one of the most popular activities to do in hawaii. Humpback migration to hawaiian breeding grounds whale trust. Maui whale watching tours and snorkeling mauis ultimate. Mar 29, 2016 we offer seasonal whale watching from maui, and snorkeling all year long. The whale census takes place the last week of february, which seems to be the peak of the whale visitation. Humpback whales in maui whales visit december to april.
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