Quick Details
Passenger Count
- Private Charters: 8 passengers maximum (10 with captain’s discretion), with 4 anglers at one time, depending on skill level (anglers & observers can share a pole).
Departure Times: 6:30am or 11:00am
Tour times are subject to change, depending on length of tours already scheduled & time of year. For current departure times, please call or Text our office at 808-661-7836.
Location & Boarding Time
- 15 minutes prior to departure
- Meet at Kaanapali Beach fronting Leilani’s Restaurant at Whalers Village
3-Hour Private Charter
Starting at
$ 1249
Maui Inshore Fishing and Whale Watching Charters
🎣 Choose which activity you would like to focus on between fishing and whale watching! 🐋
In-Shore Fishing
Prefer calm waters and great fishing? Our exclusive inshore trips operate close to Maui’s shoreline, offering smooth seas and incredible light-tackle action. This is our top-recommended charter for families with children or teens, serious light-tackle anglers, or anyone looking to catch quality Maui reef fish
You’ll fish in Maui’s famous “executive waters,” known for calm conditions and abundant fish — perfect for both beginners and seasoned anglers alike.
Whale Watching
Join us for an exhilarating and once in a lifetime search for Maui Humpback Whales from November 15 – March 15. Have the amazing, memorable opportunity to charter a powerful 28’ premium 12-passenger speed boat, while experiencing unforgettable encounters with humpback whales in Maui’s calm executive waters.
Departing right from Kaʻanapali Beach, our trips combine scenic coastal views with light-tackle bottom fishing and exciting wildlife encounters. Whether you’re reeling in dinner or spotting whales, you’ll enjoy a smooth, fun, and memorable day on the water.
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Cooper V
- 30 ft premium center console design. This vessel can accommodate 10-12 passengers – great for families and larger groups. Also with a smaller groups we can do offshore trolling
- Power- Volvo Penta D-6 diesel for a 28 kt cruise
- Electronics- Simrad chartplotter and sounder
- Gear- Penn international gear for offshore trips and Penn Fathom 15-25 pound outfits for inshore bottom fishing.
- Live Bait Tank
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- Yellow spot papio/ Jack Trevaly 1-20#s
- Uku/Grey snapper 1-30#s
- Goatfish 1-8#s
- Nabeta/Peacock Wrasse 1-3#s
- Mirrored jack/Kagami 10-25#s
- Ulua/ Giant Trevally 10-`100#s
- Triggerfish
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To cancel or reschedule your reservation, please notify us at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled charter time to receive a full refund or to avoid any cancellation fees.
Cancellations made within 24 hours may incur a fee or forfeit the deposit, depending on the booking terms. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone or text 808-661-7836 to inquire about a cancellation.
If Trip Protection is purchased, cancel or reschedule your Charter until 10pm the night before the trip. Please note that the Trip Protection fee and processing fees are non-refundable.
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- 5 years old to participate as an angler or to join as an observer for PRIVATE charters
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- All gear for the activities, as well as a cooler with ice. (We do not provide water).
- Complimentary photos may be posted on our UFO Parasail Facebook page and our Instagram page @ufofishingmaui.
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- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Polarized sunglasses
- Camera
- Light cover up
- Any food, water, and other beverages you would like to enjoy during the charter. – No glass containers please
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- Yes, the state of Hawai’i now requires a license for recreational ocean fishing for non-Hawai‘i residents. The license is easy to get at the (DLNR-DAR) website https://fishing.hawaii.gov/login
- The cost is $20 for a 1-day license, $40 for a 7-day license, and $70 for an annual license. Non-resident youth under 15 years of age and all active-duty military personnel and their families do not need a license.
- Note: If you need to change the date of your license the system will allow a one-time change to the effective date of 1-day and 7-day licenses, as long as the change is made before 11:59 PM HST the day prior to the license effective date.
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We do not provide water, though we do provide a cooler with ice for you to use during the charter.