If you’re short on time but want maximum excitement, the Whale Express is your go-to adventure. This 1.5-hour tour departs from Lahaina’s Mala Ramp and runs at sunrise and sunset. Limited to 28 guests, you’ll get close encounters with Maui’s humpback whales during their peak activity hours. Marine naturalists narrate your journey and help identify behaviors like tail throws, pectoral slaps, and breaches. Hydrophones onboard let you listen to live whale songs beneath the waves. With guaranteed sightings, you’re assured a memorable introduction to Maui’s whale season.