Meet Maui's Rays

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Is SNUBA Diving Right for Me?

Every diver, from a complete beginner to a master diver, remembers the first breath they took underwater.

If you've always wanted to experience the underwater world, SNUBA is one of the easiest and safest ways to experience what it's like to breathe underwater.

A lot of Maui visitors have heard about SNUBA but have questions about how it’s different from snorkeling or SCUBA diving (hint: it’s kind of like both!)

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The Truth About Sharks—And Shark Attacks—In Maui

We’re just going to come right out and say it: We get asked a lot about the “S” word.

Sailing? Nope.

Sunsets? Nope.

Snorkeling? Snuba? Scuba?

Nope.

Considering we’ve been offering snorkeling tours in Maui for close to 50 years, it’s common for people to ask us about that “S” word that’s only spoken in whispers:

SHARKS.

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8 Facts About Humpback Whales You Probably Never Knew

Today, research suggests that up to 12,000 whales could potentially visit Hawaii each winter—which is astounding progress from the dire figures a little over 40 years ago. What's more, is that in addition to the increase in numbers themselves, researchers have been able to learn valuable information about our favorite winter visitors.

What Is The Best Month To Go Whale Watching In Maui?

Seeing as we operate seven boats that offer whale watching tours in Maui, this is a question we’re asked a lot and at all different times of the year.

Sharks!

Every year, Discovery Channel fans count down the days until the coveted SHARK WEEK begins. Though the Discovery Channel does show the terrifying strength of these cartilaginous fish, it also does a lot to recognize the importance of sharks in the marine ecosystem. Many people consider sharks as evil, frightening, large, scary creatures however, it is important to realize how vital sharks are to us.

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It's Turtle Time in Hawai'i

Get ready to fill your mind with all things turtle! Dive in and learn the ins & outs of our two most common species of sea turtles here in Hawai’i - the Green Sea Turtle (honu) and the Hawksbill (honu’ea). Summer is turtle season!

Are You Dolphin SMART?

Unlike humans, dolphins are conscious breathers, so they rest half of their brain at a time. Imagine sleeping with one eye open in a state similar to that of a daydream.

Know Your Coral

Coral reefs are underwater ecosystems, hosting over thousands of marine organisms. They come in blues, reds, yellows, browns, greens, and purples, making the ocean floor a rainbow. Despite looking like rocks, corals are a living invertebrate.

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Are there sharks here? Yes, they live in the ocean.

As the catamaran approaches Molokini crater and I peer down into the crystal clear turquoise water I tell the guests, “This is going to be a great day for snorkeling”. Questions about fish, coral, and marine life start to be asked and inevitably someone will ask, “Are there sharks here”? My response is always, “Yes, they live in the ocean”.

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Life of a Spinner Dolphin

As the sun sinks below the horizon and Earth enters into the golden corpuscular hour, groups of spinner dolphins make their way offshore into deep, dark blue water up to 1,000ft. They are on the hunt for prey. Working together in large groups they use clicks, squeaks, and echolocation to communicate with each other to find food.

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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Whale Season

Maui has experienced one of the best Whale Seasons to date this year! Enjoy this aerial footage of humpback whales including mother and calf cruising around Olowalu, HI.

Little Known Facts about Humpback Whales

Often amongst the excitement of actually seeing the whale, time runs out and the really cool facts about these amazing creatures go untold. So here are some of my favorite little known facts about humpback whales.

Humpbacks Are Back, Alright!

One thing is certain on our daily whale watches from Lahaina, Ka‘anapali and Ma‘alaea: The humpbacks are back. For islanders, it’s our indicator that the winter season has begun when our gentle giants return to the waters of their birth and for visitors, it’s a once in a lifetime experience observing these marine mammals in our crystal clear waters, wild and free.

Dolphin Research with Citizen Science

Have you ever been on a Trilogy sail, enjoying the ocean and island views, when a surprise encounter with dolphins occurs?

Hawai’i’s State Mammal — In Danger Of Extinction?

The Hawaiian monk seal is our state mammal, native and found only here in Hawaiian waters. Heartbreakingly, it is extremely rare, with only an estimated 1100 individuals left in the entire population.