Go on a whale watching adventure
Whales go to Maui every year to breed, and if you're lucky you might see one of these amazing animals in its native habitat! It is nothing short of magical to see mother whales teach their young how to breach the surface of the sea, whether you choose a huge tour from Lahaina or a private adventure from Kaanapali beach. The skilled guides on your trip will provide you with all the information you need to know about whales (or Hawaii, in general).
Kohola, or humpback whales, enjoy traveling to the warm, shallow seas off the Hawaiian Islands, much as our perfect weather draws visitors from all over the world. Two-thirds of the humpback whales in the North Pacific are thought to migrate to Hawaii for breeding, calving, and nursing. They travel more than 3,000 miles in a race from the Gulf of Alaska to Hawaii, where they then spend an extended holiday playing off our coasts and entertaining onlookers from December through May.
Male adults can weigh up to 45 tons and have heights between 40 and 52 feet. Humpback whales are graceful acrobats despite their size. If you keep an eye on the ocean, you might witness one breach, launching up to 40% of its body above the surface before splashing spectacularly to the side.
- Location: Hawaii
