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People from all over the globe come here not just to see them for themselves - as if that's not good enough anyway - but in search of something even grander than arriving at your own doorstep with flying colors. This is nature's most spectacular show and you're invited!

Even veterans of the road won't be bored by these giant sea animals. To choose the right tour might seem like hunting for treasure in the vast sea from which it comes, is impossible. But don't worry--I've got some choice picks for phenomenal island adventures!

My buddy Matt once boasted that he'd welcomed a whale's fluke with open arms. Of course, this was all thanks to Adventures Maui Cruise. These sleek catamarans offer up a close-up that will leave you speechless but does so from a distance which ensures the boataures and whales maintain their integrity with one another. No chance you'll be giving high fives here, but that's probably wise at such close quarters anyway.

For those who prefer a pinch of class on the water, there's nothing quite like the Trilogy Excursions. Picture this: the golden dawn is spreading on the smooth ocean like melted butter, the drink in your hand is tropical and cold from its elegant glassware. Trinity's special draw lies in its family-run warmth; no one gets off at journey's end without feeling as if they've joined their family.

For those hungry to learn, the Pacific Whale Foundation offers a whale of an experience. The naturalist guides on board spin yarns about the ocean's secrets and give you all sorts of little tidbits for further study in marine biology at your leisure. Who would have thought it possible to learn so much about a pod of dolphins while sailing on the ocean breeze?

Do you travel with a tiny budget or wild group? Boss Frog's Dive & Surf is here for you with cheap fun-packed tours. Their trips are perfect for those families who want excitement on a shoestring budget.

Feel like doing something out of the ordinary? Well, Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel tours on Lahaina. You need not endure all the pushing and shoving to enjoy that intimate feel; here a few people together with those gentle giants are home together at last in an up-close encounter where no one else intrudes.

Stressed out and need a quick idea? Come check out the Maui Channel Swim. This isn't your standard whale spotting voyage; here, you take the plunge and swim alongside dolphins for an active getaway.

Whale watching in Maui is not just about glimpsing a whale tail; it provides a chance to step right into nature's grand salon. So lather on some sunscreen, put on those sea legs now if you haven't already got them handy as well, and maybe grab some ginger ale while we're at it for the trip. It's time to make an ocean getaway that will outlast even a humpback melody.