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Love whirlies? Seeing Maui during whale season gives an opportunity to appreciate the magnificence of the earth. Imagine this: you are on a boat when sunlight dances across the lake and all of a sudden a humpback breaks the peace. Interesting, indeed. Let's explore the top sites and advice for an amazing whale viewing adventure on this gorgeous island. If you’re planning a trip during the peak season, don’t forget to read this for timing suggestions.

Starting with Kaanapali Beach Beyond its breathtaking shores, it's a top location for whale sightings. Rent a boat or paddleboard; you might come across anything closely.

Then Lahaina Harbor exists. Boat trips telling tales of breaching whales abound in this busy location. Some even give you a distinctive touch by allowing you to hear their amazing music using hydrophones.

Time pressed for you? Explore McGregor Point Lookout. Pull over, reach for your binoculars, then concentrate. Perfect for witnessing whales' unexpected appearances, this location offers broad vistas where ocean meets sky.

Interested in the Center for Maui Ocean? It increases your respect of these magnificent animals even if it's more about marine education than seeing whales. Think of it as a preamble to the major event.

You would want morning or sunset. While sunsets produce dramatic scenes, early expeditions usually find calm seas. Remember to layer; the morning sea breeze might be quite cold.

Concerned about nausea on the sea? A lifeline might be motion sickness bands or ginger sweets. Once as a cure, a buddy delivered a gingerbread house. Was it successful? Let me say it did not last past noon!

At last, pause to enjoy the vista even as you are catching those golden times. These animals have just amazing grandeur. About ready for your next trip? Get your sunglasses and join the whales; they are beckoning you!