Welcome aboard our incredible Hawaiian catamaran sailboat Winona. You are in for a treat as you experience the excitement of whale watching.

Each year, from December through March, hundreds of migrating humpback whales journey from chilly Alaska to the warm waters of Maui to breed and give birth. Our guests can get a close-up view of the majestic marine mammals on this tour. These whales play, breach, and interact in their natural environment, and our crew provides insights into their behavior and biology. Hear their soulful songs through our underwater hydrophones while enjoying the perfect view of West Maui’s mountains, Molokai, and Lanai, while you lounge on our decks or main floor.

Infants and kids ages 0-5 come for free parents must call the office to confirm.

• Ice-cold soft drinks, juice, and bottled water
• Island-Style Music
• Experienced Captain and Crew
• 2 Restrooms
• Underwater hydrophones to hear whale songs
• Dolphin encounters on occasions
• Big iced cooler for your beverages

• Cash gratuities for the crew
• Parking validation
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Parking:

• Ma’alaea Harbor is $1 per hour; we recommend paying for 3-4 hours total. This parking lot uses a QR code payment system. Arrive early to pay via the QR code (you must know your license plate number). Please be aware of where you are parking and follow the parking instructions on the parking signs. We are not responsible for cars that get towed. Give yourself 10-15 minutes for parking.

Check-In:

• Check-in is 30 minutes before your start time at Maalaea Harbor, North Dock address: 233 Maalaea Rd. Wailuku, HI 96796 vessel name Winona – Makena Coast Charters. Please plan accordingly for rush hour times.
• All guests must complete our online liability waiver before arrival.
• Walk to the dock and board the vessel.

En Route:

• Captain’s safety briefing
• Sailing adventure in search of Wahales toward Coral Garden or Olowalu Reef (weather permitting)
• Sailing adventure returning to Maalaea harbor

 Return:

• Leisurely cruise back to Maalaea Harbor, North Dock.
• After your adventure, don’t forget to share your experiences with Makena Coast Charters on digital platforms like Google, – Facebook, and TripAdvisor.