Maui Humpback Whale Songs: How To Hear Them While Snorkeling

March 7, 2025

Maui humpback whale songs are one of winter’s most unforgettable ocean sounds. Learn when you may hear them, why males sing, and how to listen safely.

Spotted Eagle Rays In Maui: Hīhīmanu Snorkeling Guide

February 21, 2025

Spotted eagle rays in Maui, called hīhīmanu in Hawaiian, are graceful reef visitors with dark backs, white spots, and wing-like fins. Learn where they’re sometimes seen, when conditions are best,…

Hawaiian Monk Seals On Maui: Where To See Them Safely

January 16, 2025

Meet the Hawaiian monk seal, one of Maui's rarest marine wildlife sightings. You'll learn where monk seals may appear, why they're endangered, and how to view them safely without disturbing…

Maui Sea Urchins (Wana): 5 Types, Stings, And Where You’ll See Them

May 17, 2024

Maui sea urchins are common around reef cracks, tide pools, and rocky shoreline areas. Learn where you’ll see them, how to avoid wana stings, and why they matter on Maui’s…

Maui Tropical Fish Guide: 13 Reef Fish You Can See While Snorkeling in Maui

March 15, 2024

Discover the tropical reef fish you’re most likely to see while snorkeling in Maui, from yellow tangs and butterflyfish to Hawaii’s state fish. Learn how to identify them and where…

Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles in Maui: 5 Best Places to See Honu

February 23, 2024

Looking for Hawaiian green sea turtles in Maui? Here are the 5 best places to see honu, plus local tips, turtle facts, and respectful viewing rules.

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