Ever seen a humpback whale in all its grandeur? Let me tell you, this is a sight that will chill you to no end. But the earth suffers a second priority while everyone is busy photographing. Not fantastic. In Dive Maui, though, some people are rewriting the script to ensure we may marvel at these giants while also honoring their ocean home.
Jump on, but not any boat. Maui has a few trips where environmental friendliness is a goal rather than only a slogan. First on my reliable list is Pacific Whale Foundation. Under the direction of a crow’s nest of marine professionals, their trips center on conservation. Here’s a tidbit right now: they direct earnings back into research. That means you are funding the future of these ocean giants when you are smiling like a Cheshire cat observing a whale breach.
Still another jewel is Kai Kennani. Imagine drifting gently on a sailboat across azure seas with the wind as your friend. This crew stays away from noisy motors so as not to disturb the whales—or transform your peaceful journey into a terrible cacophonony. Their guides are also like walking encyclopedies, ready to share everything whales.
“What about the laws?” you may be asking. Good question. Hawaiian coastlines have a rule of thumb: keep your distance—like keeping a secret crush, admire from far away. These trips respect whale habitats by standing by this. I would want to whisper lovely eco-facts into your ear now, but I will leave a little surprise for the tour guides.
worried about dimensions? Indeed, little is sweet. Smaller groupings minimize disturbance to those swimming below and indicate a more personal experience. That is something Ultimate Whale Watch understands. Their excursions feel more like a friendship trip in which everyone gets a front-row view than the elbow-waging anarchy of a packed bus ride.
Without some humor, what is fun? Imagine this: whales performing a show while you find yourself laughing at a cheesy joke by a guide. Who knew education would be fun?
Thus, if Maui calls and whales call, why not choose a trip where your heart, mind, and Mother Earth all depart somewhat lighter? Every splash does, after all count.