Journey Into the Heart of Hawai‘i’s Ocean

Mele: The Hawaiian Music Experience

Premieres July 1, 2025 – Exclusively at Maui Ocean Center

Dive into a mesmerizing visual and musical journey within Maui Ocean Center’s Sphere theater. Led by award-winning Maui native, Eric Gilliom (The Jamie Foxx Show, Hoosiers, White Hawaiian), Mele is a powerful tribute to the beauty, tradition and innovation of Hawaiian music and dance.

Protecting Our Ocean, One Visit at a Time

Join in our mission to protect and steward our greatest resource – The Ocean. Whether rehabilitating turtles or saving the tropical coral reef that serves as the foundation of life around us, your visit, time, and attention plays a vital role in those efforts.

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.

Discover. Connect. Protect.

Your Journey Begins Here

Explore the vibrant Shallow Reef, home to hundreds of native and endemic species. Then, descend into the Deep Ocean, where massive Ulua and sharks glide effortlessly in our 750,000-gallon exhibit. Finally, step into our breathtaking underwater tunnel for an unforgettable, immersive experience.

3d HUMPBACKS OF HAWAI‘I Dome experience

EXPLORE THE MAGNIFICENT REALM OF THE WHALES IN OUR 3D SPHERE EXPERIENCE (INCLUDED WITH GENERAL ADMISSION)

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THEIR WORLD

Experience the magic of humpback whales like never before. Follow their epic journey from Alaska to Hawai‘i, listen to their haunting songs, and witness the bond between a mother and her newborn calf. Then, step into an encounter so lifelike, you’ll swear you can reach out and touch one

Discover the rich history, traditions, and wisdom of Hawai‘i’s seafaring people. Explore their profound connection to the ocean and their deep respect for both land and sea. Gain insight into the sustainable practices that have guided their care for marine life for generations.

Connect to Hawaiian Culture and Its Deep Ocean Legacy

start your adventure with us

AQUARIUM ADMISSION

INCLUDES THE SPHERE EXPERIENCE!

ADULT (MAKUA)
$44.95

13-64 years old

CHILDREN (KEIKI)
$34.95

4-12 years old

SENIORS (KŪPUNA)
$39.95

65 years+

KAMAʻĀINA (HAWAIʻI RESIDENT) + U.S. MILITARY

ADULT (MAKUA)
$29.95

With valid military ID or Hawai‘i ID

CHILDREN (KEIKI)
$19.95

With accompanying military/veteran or kama‘āina adult

SENIORS (KŪPUNA)
$26.95

With valid Hawai‘i ID or military ID

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.

Monthly Events at the Maui Ocean Center

Maui Ocean Center hosts a dynamic calendar of events that celebrate the vibrant culture, marine life, and community of Hawaiʻi.

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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 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?