WHALES ARE ALWAYS IN SEASON
WE LIVE WITH OCEAN ALOHA
See Beyond Maui's Surface
ALOHA AND ‘E KOMO MAI - WELCOME
The Hawaiian Islands are the most remote large island chain on Earth. Isolated in the center of the Pacific Ocean, Hawai‘i’s coral reefs evolved over millions of years into a unique ecosystem populated by rare species that exist nowhere else.
Beauty extends from volcanic peaks to submarine valleys. Plunge into the Pacific and connect with astonishing marine animals in our multi-sensory aquarium, which has been inspiring ocean enthusiasts for the past 25 years.
Let our marine biologists introduce you to this undersea community—a captivating world unlike any other.
Dive in
Humpbacks of Hawai‘i
Explore the magnificent realm of the whales in our 3-D sphere experience
(Included with General Admission)
(Included with General Admission)
Immerse Yourself in Their World
Get to know these mysterious mammoths of the deep.
Follow the humpbacks’ journey from Alaska to Hawai‘i, hear their songs, and fall in love with a newborn whale calf.
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Follow the humpbacks’ journey from Alaska to Hawai‘i, hear their songs, and fall in love with a newborn whale calf.
Connect to Hawaiian Culture
Learn about the history, culture, and unique traditions that permeated early Hawaiian villages. Explore their special connection with the sea and appreciate the great understanding they exhibited in their care for both land and marine environments.
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Marine Naturalist
Virtual Presentations
Virtual Presentations
Why not brush up on your marine biology while you’re here?
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Adventure With Us
Adventure With Us
Getting Here
Maui Ocean Center is conveniently located at Mā‘alaea Harbor, just south of the North Kīhei Road and Honoapiʻilani Highway junction.
192 Mā‘alaea Road
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
(808) 270-7000
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
BUSINESS HOURS
AQUARIUM
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Last reservation at 3:30pm
RESTAURANT
11:00AM – 3:00PM
CAFÉ
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SHOP
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
AQUARIUM ADMISSION
Includes the Sphere experience!
ADULT makua
13-64 years old
$39.95
CHILDREN keiki
4-12 years old
$26.95
SENIORS kūpuna
65 years+
$34.95
- Ticket price per person, plus processing fee and State tax.
- Prices subject to change.
KAMAʻāINA (HAWAIʻI RESIDENT) + U.S. MILITARY
ADULT makua
With valid military ID or Hawai‘i ID
$39.95
$24.95
CHILDREN keiki
With accompanying military/veteran or kama‘āina adult
$26.95
$15.95
SENIORS kūpuna
With valid Hawai‘i ID or military ID
$34.95
$22.95
- Ticket price per person, plus processing fee and State tax.
- Prices subject to change.
Membership
Nā Hoa Kai membership grants you access to our award-winning aquarium 365 days a year! Your participation supports educational programs, conservation, and preservation of Hawaiʻi’s marine life for our future generations.
- Unlimited, year-round access to Maui Ocean Center (based on availability)
- Support of educational programs
- 15% discount on purchases in our store
- 15% discount at Seascape Restaurant and Reef Café (excludes alcohol, gratuity, and tax)
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Our Mission
To foster understanding, wonder, and respect for Hawai‘i’s marine life.
E hi‘i a maopopo kaho‘oha‘oha‘o ana a me ka hō‘ihi no ka Hawai‘i ola ma ke kai.
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Community
Culture
Conservation
Ongoing Initiatives
Mālama i ke kai, a mālama ke kai ia oe Care for the ocean, and the ocean will care for you
Maui Ocean Center’s commitment to healthy marine ecosystems extends far beyond our aquarium
We honor the traditional Hawaiian belief that the natural world is more than just a resource; it’s family. Explore our dynamic science and stewardship projects—you’ll find plenty of opportunities to get your hands wet and help preserve the best of Hawai‘i!
Beach Cleanups
MOC Marine Institute’s Honu Hero Beach Cleanup Program allows residents and visitors to Maui to take a hands-on approach to protect our marine environments while enjoying time with their family and friends.
Taking care of each other
We strive to mālama kekahi i kekahi, to take care of each other. The health and safety of our community and marine life has been and always will be our top priority.
It is my wish that we will always be fierce advocates and stewards of our oceans and marine life...If it’s not us who makes these changes, then who will?
Tapani Vuori
General Manager
Our reviews
People think we’re fin-tastic!
A gem of an aquarium!
A gem of an aquarium! We spent over 3 hrs looking at & reading about all types of local fish, whales, reefs & our effect on their environment. So neat to walk through the tunnel with fish, sharks & rays swimming over! Such an education resource right on the bay. The restaurant is great, the snack stop has a terrific tasting Dole frozen treat-large enough to share😊 Of course there’s a gift shop—but this is an amazing shop- you can find all kinds of wonderful gifts for everyone!! Ornaments, clothing, nik-naks, cute toys, books & beautiful jewelry… truly something for everyone! Take the time to plan a trip here—you will def learn so much.
There’s handicap parking & senior rates, too!
Donna H
December 2022
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