Boat tours in Maui
Maui looks different from the water. The most comfortable months are January, April to June and September, with highs around 86°F (30°C) and about 7 rainy days a month.
Photo: Pahu at German Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0
Top boat tours in Maui
Maui Romantic Sunset Sail for Couples with Open Bar & AppetizersFrom $127View 
Maui: 2-Hour Whale Watch from Lahaina HarborFrom $70View 
Lahaina Maui | Romantic Luxury Sunset Sail | Motors Off SailingFrom $127View 
Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma'alaea Harbor to MolokiniFrom $189View 
Maui Parasailing Experience from Ka'anapaliFrom $89View 
Maui: Coast of Ka'anapali Beach Sunset Dinner SailFrom $168View
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How to pick a good boat tour
- Decide between a shared boat (cheaper, fixed route) and a private charter (your pace, your stops).
- Ask whether the boat has shade. An open deck for three hours in summer is hard work.
- Morning departures usually have calmer water; afternoons can get windy and choppy.
- Check the cancellation rule for bad weather. Good operators rebook or refund if they cancel.
Maui month by month
Averages for Kahului Airport, Hawaii; sea temperatures offshore, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 82 (28) | 82 (28) | 83 (28) | 85 (29) | 87 (30) | 88 (31) | 89 (32) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 89 (32) | 86 (30) | 83 (29) |
| Low °F (°C) | 64 (18) | 64 (18) | 65 (18) | 67 (19) | 68 (20) | 70 (21) | 72 (22) | 72 (22) | 71 (22) | 70 (21) | 68 (20) | 66 (19) |
| Rainy days | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 10 |
| Sea °F (°C) | 76 (25) | 76 (24) | 75 (24) | 76 (24) | 77 (25) | 78 (26) | 79 (26) | 80 (27) | 80 (27) | 80 (27) | 79 (26) | 77 (25) |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:05 pm | 6:24 pm | 6:35 pm | 6:44 pm | 6:55 pm | 7:07 pm | 7:10 pm | 6:55 pm | 6:29 pm | 6:02 pm | 5:44 pm | 5:47 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for boat tours in Maui?
January, April to June and September. Expect highs around 86°F (30°C) and about 7 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are February and March.
What time is sunset in Maui?
Sunset comes earliest in November, around 5:44 pm, and latest in July, around 7:10 pm. Pick a date in the planner above for the exact time.
Where can I book boat tours in Maui?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
More things to do in Maui
SnorkelingBest Jun–Oct
Scuba divingBest Jun–Oct
Sunset cruisesBest Jan, Apr–Jun, Sep
Zipline toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
Helicopter toursBest Jan, Apr–Jun
ATV toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
Bike toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
Cooking classesAll year
Private toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
Walking toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
Jeep toursBest Jan–Feb, Apr
