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    Fantastic sunset.
    Tom M.

    The crew on our ship was phenomenal! The captain did a great job getting us to the whales. The ship mates kept our beverages filled and made sure everyone had what they needed. The highlight was our zoologist (young lady from Poland). She was knowledgeable and informative on whale behavior and other information on habitat, habits and migration patterns. The food was a disappointment I would give it a C minus), but the crew and experience more than made up for the mediocre food. Highly recommend.

    Sunset dinner cruise. Sunset and weather were perfect.

    Rich and Russel were great entertainment and very friendly and informative. Ship was awesome. Weather was awesome. Food was on point. Liquor was never ending. Highly recommend. Would book again.

    Whale/snorkel tour
    Natalie C.

    This was our second time aboard the Gemini and there is a reason we went back. The boat itself is very clean and maintained. The staff is very knowledgeable and all help each other creating good vibes. Meredith deserves a gold star for her patience and helpfulness. It was a busy day on the boat and she was doing the damn thing. Rich did a great job remembering everyone's drinks and story, love the attention to detail. And Captain Brad & Drew made sure we all made it too and from safe. Thank you for all you do! We will be back.

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    Leslie T.

    Just a few fun videos and great memories ! We went on Match 1st and enjoyed everything! All girls crew with captain Linda.

    Amazing perfect day on the water with Gemini. We got mugged Saw a competing pod. Saw led flaps, tails, sideways breeches. Rich and the crew was amazing - fantastic info, great treats, wonderful hospitality. Well worth the cost and then some.

    Scott J.

    Best sailing charter in Maui. Friendly staff, attention to personal needs. Would highly recommend the Gemini. Very professional. They treat everyone like you're their best friend!

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    Linda, Rich, and Russell were awesome. We saw the first Humpback whale of the season. The sunset was beautiful.

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    Crew was great, had a wonderful day snorkeling. Ended up at Olowalu but was satisfied with the change up.

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    Really enjoyed out whale watching charter. The crew is knowledgeable and friendly. The food just right. We had a great time!

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    Great people but spent half the time chasing shadows. A bit disappointing as we saw whales jumping from shore but very few on the trip.

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    We went on the 11am snorkeling tour. What an awesome experience, the crew was incredible. It was so much fun.

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    Ask the Community - Gemini Sailing Charters

    What do you serve for sunset dinner cruise?

    Aloha KimBerly and mahalo for reaching out! Yes, we do! Please visit us at GeminiSailing.com for details and to book your tour. For reaching out, please use promo code KM2024 save 20% on your tour. Hope to see you aboard soon!

    Is there a bathroom on the boat?

    Aloha Sherry and mahalo for reaching out. Yes! We have both women's and men's heads (bathrooms) on board. Please visit us at GeminiSailing.com for more details on the accommodations of the boat. Hope to see you aboard!

    My girlfriend and I have pretty bad motion sickness on boats. Is this dinner suited for people that have motion sickness?

    Really depends on the conditions on the sea. My wife is prettt sensitive as well but she was fine he whole trip

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    We spent the afternoon snorkeling at Honolua Bay and saw beautiful fish, sea turtles and bright colored coral.

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    Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel - This buddy came right up to our boat!

    Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel

    (727 reviews)

    I had never been on a whale watching tour before…read more Being here while the humpback whales were chilling in Maui was an experience I'll never forget. Finding the spot initially was a little confusing, we were the last ones to show up! You are given a number based on when you arrive and you choose a seat on the boat. There is a captain and a naturalist on board who talks about the whales. If you're sitting in the back of the boat, you really can't hear what's being said so sit at the front or in the middle. We circled around and got to see a baby whale breech the water! Such magnificent animals. When a microphone was lowered in the water, we could hear the whales "singing." Did you know it's only the males that do this? The time goes by reallllly fast, so just enjoy being out there.

    We did the small group (6 people) whale watching tour with Ultimate Whale Watch, and it was such an…read moreamazing experience! We booked the 7 AM tour, which lasted about 2.5 hours, and it was absolutely worth waking up early for. The check-in location can be a little confusing to find, but the locals around the area are super helpful--just ask someone nearby and they'll point you in the right direction. The weather was perfect that morning, and we were lucky enough to see several whales. The highlight of the tour was a close encounter with two whales that came incredibly close to the boat--it almost felt like they were curious and checking us out. It was such a surreal and unforgettable moment. We also learned so many interesting and unique facts about whales throughout the tour. A special shout-out to Captain Kelly and our whale guru Cassy--they made the entire experience so fun, engaging, and informative. It honestly felt like we were out on the ocean with friends rather than on a tour. If you're considering a whale watching tour, I can't recommend Ultimate Whale Watch enough. It was truly a memorable experience!

    Makai Adventures - Baby breeching

    Makai Adventures

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    An Absolute Must-Do in Maui! March 6, 2026…read more Our morning trip with Makai Adventures was easily the highlight of our vacation! If you are looking for an intimate, high-quality whale watching experience, look no further. The Boat The vessel is fantastic. It's an inflatable-style boat, but don't let that fool you--it was incredibly stable on the water. It seats about 20 people, so it feels personalized rather than crowded. Most of the seats are shaded, which was a huge plus for staying comfortable in the sun while we scanned the horizon. The Crew A massive shout-out to our captain and naturalist Levi & Travis! They were the perfect duo: Safety-First: We felt totally secure and well-cared for the entire time. Informative & Funny: We learned so much about whale behavior, and their humor kept the energy high and the vibes great. Genuine Kindness: You can tell they truly love what they do. The Whales The wildlife did not disappoint! Since we went out in the morning, the water was beautiful, and we saw so many whales. We spent the entire trip watching them breach and splash around. It was a non-stop show of tail flukes and massive splashes. Thank you, Makai Adventures, for such an awesome and unforgettable adventure. We will definitely be back!

    We booked last minute, but are so glad we decided to do it! The crew (Levi and Allison) were…read morefantastic - very knowledgeable, made it really fun and light with jokes, and were kind in letting us move around to see an up close encounter. We have recommended them to others and will book with them again if we come back during whale watching season.

    Maui Ocean Adventures - Beginning the day with a rainbow!

    Maui Ocean Adventures

    (42 reviews)

    We had such an amazing experience with Maui Ocean Adventures from start to finish. We went this…read morepast week, and Captain Shannon and Alison were absolutely fantastic guides. Not only did we see 5+ whales, but we were also thrilled to spot a pod of 12+ dolphins--such an unforgettable surprise! Shannon and Alison made the trip extra special with their fun personalities, deep knowledge, and genuine passion for marine life. It was clear they truly care about the ocean and treat the animals with the utmost respect, which made the experience even more meaningful. I would highly recommend Maui Ocean Adventures to anyone looking for a memorable and responsible whale watching experience. Plus, it's a wonderful bonus to support a woman-owned business

    Maui Ocean Adventure - Solid from Bow to Stern…read more Maui Ocean Adventure came through big time. Captain James and First Hand Mindy ran that boat like true ocean pros steady hands, sharp eyes, knowing the water like family. Soon as we cleared the harbor, whales everywhere. Huge humpbacks breaching, tail-slaps rolling across the channel, blowholes firing like steam bursts. And the scenery? Unbeatable. Beautiful, scenic rainbows stretching over the ocean, mountains shining behind us, whole place looking like it was made just for that moment. We cruised through the swells like an old-school whaling crew, everyone along the gunwale waiting for the next giant to rise. Mindy calling out, "Port bow!" and boom another massive tail popping up to say aloha. For the price, the views, the whole vibe worth every cent. Met some good bradas and sistahs on board too, all sharing one awesome day. If you want a real-deal ocean adventure, this is the one. Mahalo

    Blue Maui - Whale watching in west Maui. Tail of a whale!

    Blue Maui

    (81 reviews)

    Killer whale watching tour. Smaller but spacious boat than the competition, Kevin and his staff…read moreare very knowledgeable and kept it super entertaining. We got very up close and we're able to really experience these amazing creatures. Got more video that's way better with breaches but I feel like we were very fortunate to see what we did. Make sure you tip your staff w/ cash, they work hard! Also a Let us get away and swim in the deep! Away from the whales of course.

    Thank goodness one of my coworkers told me about her whale watching tour that she bought through…read moregroupon! I bought a 2 hour whale watching tour for 2 people for only $60!!! Let me tell you, this was THE BEST $60 I've spent in my life! I can't stop talking about it & sharing the pictures & videos of my experience. Park at the Whaler's village parking lot & make your way to the beach fronting Leilani's restaurant. There you will see blue umbrellas with Blue Maui's logo. Make sure to check in 15 mins before your trip & go to the bathroom before you get on the boat! From the beach you'll get into a small boat which will take you to the medium sized boat. I forced my boyfriend to sit at the front of the boat because I wanted to get the full experience! Let's just say we went out really, really far... For the first 30 mins we say only a few whales from far away, but then things changed! We saw a few boats that were just chilling & decided to join them. The whales were popping up & checking out the other boats. I screamed with excitement so many times. I literally love whales! The whales made their way towards us & I almost died because they were so close. We even got splashed by them with their tail! Make sure you take your GoPro because you're able to stick it in the water! We got amazing videos! The whales were so close & you could even hear them! I'm telling everyone about Blue Maui & how it was such a lifetime experience. Thank you to our guides who did such a great job finding the whales & giving us lots of info. Make sure you wear lots of sunscreen cause we got super burnt! We had a whale of a time & will hopefully island hop back next year to see the whales!

    Hawaii Ocean Rafting - Black Rock, Maui

    Hawaii Ocean Rafting

    (501 reviews)

    Fantastic first class experience!!! So great on a smaller boat, saw soooo many whales!! Great job…read morecaptain H and Bree! Yay for an amazing experience and awesome staff!! We saw lots of whales!!! (From my eleven year old)

    Located in Maui, HI, the dock is in Lahaina. I came in the middle of February 12, 2026. I hear that…read morewhale season is end of December to April, with February being the peak month. Surely, we were surrounded by whales. I went on the 6:45am 2 hour Eco Raft tour. One boat tour holds around 12 persons. The temperature in Maui in February was fantastic, about 65F at night, and 75F at peak of day. It was great value, costing about $111 for the 2 hour tour. Keep in mind, you need to show up 30 minutes before the actual time to fill out waivers, etc. Many whales were a few feet away. There were so many whales! We must have seen 50+ individuals. See my video of baby whale breaching. I didn't capture alot of photos, because I would rather see it with my own eyes. Tip for those traveling in February: it's a peak travel season for Maui, so book your rental cars well in advance 10-12 months ahead. If you book 5-6 months ahead, you won't get any. You may try rental car with Turo, or have to rent E-bike, bike or take Lyft, Uber, etc. Clothing suggestions: depends on the time of day you go. For early mornings, you may wear shorts or long pants, something warm like sweatshirt or I did Patagonia fleece with lightweight Outdoor Research rainjacket on top. Shoes come off, so you will be barefoot on the boat and you will get the shoes back afterwards, so that won't matter. It's kind of windy, so hold on to or get a hat with a string that goes around your neck. Bring sunglasses, and put on sunblock while you're signing the waivers. You will not regret it if you come during whale season!

    Sea Maui - Memorable sunsets

    Sea Maui

    (1.2k reviews)

    Sea Maui's cocktail sunset cruise was easily one of the highlights of our trip. Nick, Luke and…read moreJames were absolute rock stars. And when they say open bar... they mean it. Beers, cocktails, spirits, pretty much whatever you wanted and the crew constantly walked around asking if anyone needed another drink. The heavy appetizers were also way better than I expected for "boat food", chicken katsu, Chinese chicken salad, pasta salad and kalua pork sliders, everything was really good. (No pictures cause I mopped it lol) The cruise itself was around 1.5 to 2 hours and our ride was incredibly smooth, although obviously that'll depend on the weather. They also offer a kamaʻāina discount if you call to book, which brought it to around $100 per person for us. Between the views, legit open bar, surprisingly good food and an awesome crew, I thought it was absolutely worth it. Would do this again in a heartbeat.

    We've sailed with Sea Maui 8 or 9 times on their Sunset Dinner, Sunset Cocktail and Whale watching…read morecruises. For us, we prefer the Sunset Cocktail cruise as it's the perfect amount of food and drinks. This last trip, we took the whole family for the express snorkel trip. It's a shorter trip, which worked perfectly for the younger kids and didn't tie up a big amount of island time. Captain Nick and his crew was all about making sure all had a great time while keeping safety at the top of mind. They guaranteed we'd see turtles... we did! Immediately. I accused them of being remote controlled because they were there right on cue! I'm not a big snorkel guy, but I had a blast. We'll keep returning to Sea Maui. Greatest crew on Maui !!

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