Since opening in 1998, Maui Ocean Center has served as a gateway to the ocean wonders of Hawaiʻi, offering guests an opportunity to connect with the marine life found within Hawaiian waters and gain a deeper appreciation for the relationship between Hawaiians and the sea.
Located at Māʻalaea Harbor on the island of Maui, Maui Ocean Center was created to inspire wonder, understanding and respect for Hawaiʻi’s unique marine environment. Through immersive exhibits and educational experiences, we strive to foster meaningful connections that encourage stewardship and conservation for future generations.
Whether it’s walking through a 54-foot-long underwater tunnel surrounded by sharks and rays or coming eye-to-eye with a humpback whale in an immersive 3D film experience, Maui Ocean Center connects you with the wonders of Maui’s marine life.
Guests can journey through vibrant coral displays while encountering native Hawaiian marine species. Every exhibit is designed to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding of Hawaiʻi’s fragile marine ecosystems while highlighting the importance of protecting them.
Take an impromptu ukulele lesson, discover the art of fishnet weaving and learn how to prepare traditional foods. Hawaiian culture is at the core of Maui Ocean Center.
We are also home to a powerful exhibit highlighting the history and healing of neighboring island Kahoʻolawe.
As the Aquarium of Hawaiʻi, our vision is to conserve local marine life for future generations through education and stewardship.
Whether visiting for the first time or returning, we hope every guest leaves with a deeper appreciation for Hawaiʻi’s marine world and a renewed sense of responsibility to help protect our ocean for generations to come.
When you join Nā Hoa Kai, you’re supporting far more than unlimited visits to Maui Ocean Center. You’re helping protect Hawaiʻi’s marine life, preserve cultural wisdom, and uplift an experience grounded in authenticity.
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.
Stay up to date with the latest news, conservation efforts, exhibits, and events at Maui Ocean Center.
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