Immerse Yourself
Voted one of the World's Top 10 Aquariums
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. While visiting our island home, we invite you to dive deep. Plunge into the Pacific and connect with astonishing marine animals in our multi-sensory aquarium.
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
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 Honoapi`ilani Highway junction.
We offer ample free parking in front of our park.
We offer ample free parking in front of our park.
192 Mā‘alaea Road
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
(808) 270-7000
Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Business hours
Aquarium
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Last reservation at 1:30pm
CAFÉ
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
SHOP
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Aquarium Admission
Adult
Ages 13 and above
$38.59
Children
Ages 4 - 12
$27.55
Seniors
Ages 65 and above
$35.28
U.S. Military (Adult)
Active U.S. Military ID required
$27.55
Adult Kamaʻāina (Resident)
Active state ID required
$27.55
Children Kamaʻāina (Resident)
$17.61
Senior Kamaʻāina (Resident)
Active state ID required
$25.34
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 Reef Café
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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
Every second Sunday of the month MOC Marine Institute pitches in to restore Maui’s coastal ecosystems. Grab some gloves and join the fun!
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
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