Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary

Every winter, thousands of humpback whales travel to the warm, shallow waters of Hawai‘i to mate, give birth, and raise their young. Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary protects these whales and their habitat. From November through April, visitors to the sanctuary can see whales from shore and at sea, taking in a close-up view of the whales and their habitat by engaging in activities such as wildlife watching, surfing, diving and snorkeling. To learn more about this sanctuary, stop by either the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Kihei Visitor Center or Kaua’i Ocean Discovery.