Discover Maui’s Whales with Island Star Excursions

Maui, known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant marine life, becomes an ocean haven for humpback whales every December through April. These gentle giants, locally referred to as Koholā, embark on an incredible migration, and witnessing their behaviors is a truly enchanting experience. Maui Whales: What you Need to Know

The Conservation Success of Humpback Whales

The North Pacific humpback whale population has flourished, growing from 2,000 to over 21,000 in the past two decades. During the winter breeding season, more than 12,000 humpback whales grace Hawaiian waters, offering a conservation success story worth celebrating.

Maui: A Vital Habitat

The waters surrounding the Hawaiian Islands, especially the four-island region of Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kaho’olawe, are vital for humpbacks. Designated as the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, these areas provide a safe haven for nurturing, breeding, and calving.

Unique Population Segments

The humpback whale population is divided into four distinct segments, each with its unique migratory patterns. From the Mexico DPS along the Pacific coast to the Hawai’i DPS, which summers in southeast Alaska and Northern British Columbia, these whales are a diverse and protected group.

Behaviors and Anatomy

Witnessing a breach, tail slap, or pectoral slapping is an awe-inspiring experience. Humpbacks, with their intricate behaviors like courting, nurturing, and singing, create a mesmerizing marine symphony. Their feeding habits, unique sleeping patterns, and the incredible 3,200-mile migration are all part of the magic of these magnificent creatures.

Whales and Maui’s Waters

Humpbacks prefer the warm Hawaiian waters for breeding, calving, and raising their young. Maui’s role in their journey is crucial, and our experienced crew at Island Star Excursions is dedicated to providing you an intimate and educational whale-watching adventure.

As the ocean comes alive with these majestic beings, join us on a private charter to witness the beauty of Maui’s whales. Call us at 808-669-7827 to embark on a journey where every splash tells a tale and every breach is a moment of pure magic. witnessing their behaviors is a truly enchanting experience. Maui Whales: What you Need to Know