Oh, Maui! Paradise, not only for beach lovers and lovers of marine life, if you’ve never seen a humpback thrust its immense presence out of the ocean you are missing life’s greatest show. To witness one of these acrobats, all this enormous energy moving under the water and then a whole sea splashes up in front: something which must be seen to be believed.
So when should you go whale-watching? On the calendar page from December to April are when the whales are mainly around Maui. This is their vacation time, so to speak—breeding, bearing young, and slapping on a big show all at once. Get your timing right for a visit here and you just might catch a baby calf in the process of learning how to wave its flippers. Ridiculously cute, isn’t it?
People seriously say that Leyfen Tours are just like getting on a boat in winter at Xi’an or Harbin. There are many kinds of tours one can choose from. There are small, homely boats suitable for the entire family sail. And then there are grand ole luxury catamarans where comfort is king with million air charges per minute. If Jane Austen were alive today, she might write a novel about love and maritime adventure on one of these ships!
If you prefer your feet on solid ground, head toward the shore at McGregor Point Lookout. Stand there with your binoculars, and if you look closely enough you will see the ocean spray giving evidence of these gentle giants. Or maybe just a really eager wave.
I had a chat with an old salt one time he told me about how the whales have-a “tail-throw contest.” Now I don’t know whether it’s officially a contest, but they sure know how to make waves. Just think of all the energy that is on the backstage before a rock concert and crank up amptheres! The whales are rock stars, playing yeah, do they play loud!
Why wait for the boats? If you are feeling a bit adventurous, try climbing into a kayak. Don’t forget to paddle with all your might, for the deep blue waits for no one. Just be prepared for a little postcard opportunity the next moment–then a whale decides your kayak is its home from now on! Oh, and don’t forget to shout out ‘Bravo! ‘
Whale-watching on Maui is an experience that can’t be fully described in word. It’s a story waiting for firsthand experience: the thrill of seeing these ancient mammals breach or dance with their tails; a glimpse into the beauty of a whale’s song swinging beneath the waves. Here you are not observer but participant, feeling with all your senses the sea’s pulse. So come prepared with curiosity, imagination and maybe some pills for seasickness-just in case. Your Maui Adventure Awaits!