World Whale Day on Maui
The time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
The place: Kalama Park, Kihei
The cost: It is a Free event!
One of Maui’s most popular events, World Whale Day (formerly known as “Whale Day”) is a free, all-day celebration that honors the humpback whales that come to Maui each winter.
Newly expanded, World Whale Day begins at 9 am with Maui’s Parade of Whales, followed by live entertainment on two stages starting at 10 am and ending at 7:30 pm this year.
The public is invited to enjoy the free live entertainment by some of Hawaii’s top recording stars which include John Cruz, Anuhea, Willie K, Marty Dread, HAPA, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, Nuff Sedd and Manutea Nui E.
The fun takes place at Kalama Park, across from Foodland on South Kihei Road, Maui. Last year, more than 18,000 Maui residents and visitors attended.
The day also features great food by local Maui restaurants, activities and bouncy rides for kids, a huge “Made on Maui” artisans fair, a silent auction, environmental displays and much, much more.
As part of the ongoing Maui Whale Festival, the Pacific Whale Foundation offers “Trail of the Whale” with free whale information stations that are open daily and available to all.
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 techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals from Maui’s shorelines, they have binoculars and scopes available to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts for hands-on exploration. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history.
Papawai Point – Offered daily, 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor. For information, please call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Wailea Marriott – Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea. For information, please call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Maui Ocean Club – Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30am
Marriott Maui Ocean Club, located on Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort. For information, please call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open weekdays, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
HIHWNMSVC also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at:
Grand Wailea Ocean Path – Wednesdays, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali – Thursdays, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Pacific Whale Foundation staff also recommends:
The Ritz Carlton, Kapalua – Great viewing can be found on the public beach fronting this world-class resort.
Pacific Whale Foundation’s Offices, Ma‘alaea Harbor Shops – Outside balcony by the office entrance offers spectacular views of the harbor and whale-filled waters beyond.
Kamaole I, II, and III Beach Parks, Kihei – Listen for whale songs when you put your head underwater!
Pu‘u Olai, Makena Beach – It requires an uphill hike, but this spot overlooking “Big Beach” in Makena, offers excellent whale viewing.
Bring the entire family and join in the annual celebration of Maui’s most delightful visitors – the humpback whales!
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