Inā mālama ‘oe i ke kai, mālama no ke kai iā ‘oe If you care for the ocean, the ocean will care for you A shining example of sustainability and cultural preservation in action, Edwin “Ekolu” Lindsey reminds us that we all share a responsibility to walk lightly, live mindfully and get involved in our community to...
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With a mission to protect the ocean through science and advocacy and to inspire environmental stewardship, Pacific Whale Foundation puts kuleana into practice. As a foundation, we recognize the responsibility we have to the waters and sea creatures of Hawaii. Of course,...
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First established in 1992, World Oceans Day is a global day of recognition meant to strengthen the voice of the ocean and coastal constituencies worldwide. It takes place each year on June 8 and the theme for 2020 is Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean. This year, you...
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Is PacWhale Eco-Adventures open? Our Lahaina retail store is now open in a limited capacity that allows us to enforce safety protocols and physical distancing between customers as well as staff. Our Eco-Adventures are temporarily suspended until local restrictions allow for operation. Please continue...
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Although our PacWhale Eco-Adventures vessel operations and retail Ocean Stores have been temporarily closed due to the pandemic, we’re still hard at work! Our Research, Education, and Conservation departments have been continuing the PWF mission by analyzing data, attending virtual conferences, and creating virtual content to keep peopled engaged and...
Read More March 8, 2021 PacWhale Eco-Adventures is in full swing , offering a range of ecotours, including Whalewatches, snorkel tours, dinner and cocktail tours and more. As of Oct. 15, visitors must abide by state regulations requiring proof of COVID-19 negative...
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Whale Day has been one of the most popular Maui community events, dating back to 1980, and is always a special occasion, but this year’s Whale Day celebration is special for a few reasons. Whale Day began as a way for the founder of...
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Tis the season to think of others and the ways in which we show our appreciation for them being in our lives. Many of us try to accomplish this goal with considerate gifts. We have compiled a list of gift ideas...
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Our annual Online Auction to benefit the Keiki Whalewatch program is coming up this Saturday! Funds raised from this auction allow us to take keiki out on educational, private whale watches and inspire a connection to humpback whales and other...
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Have you ever wondered how, over 1500 years ago, the first Hawaiians discovered their new home, one of the most isolated island chains in the world? Thousands of miles were traversed, without the aid of sextants or compasses as the...
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