Celebrating the thousands of humpback whales that migrate to Maui each winter. Maui is the principal mating and calving area of humpback whales in the United States. Through fun and educational events, the Maui Whale Festival raises awareness about these cherished marine mammals and inspires care for the vital and unique whale habitat of Maui County.

UPCOMING EVENTS 2012

  • April 30
    Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shores. They’ll share with you the best
  • May 06
    Guaranteed whale sightings. Join us for a Sunday morning whale photography workshop at sea, led by an expert photographer/naturalist.  Whether you are a novice or an experienced photographer,
  • May 15
    Guaranteed whale sightings. Bid aloha and safe travels to the humpback whales that are migrating back to Alaska for the summer on this special cruise to commemorate the official end of "