Maui Ocean Adventures is a small, locally-owned business that is founded and run by Lahaina Fire survivors. Our business was destroyed in the devastating fire, and this is our second chance to make our dream become reality. It has come to be after years of planning and one of the hardest years of our lives. We are beyond grateful and proud to be able to take you out on the water. We are so excited to have visitors return to this beautiful island that we love. Let us show you why this island and this ocean mean so much to us and create incredible life long memories with you!
SPOTLIGHTS
Emma
Captain Emma was born and raised in Western North Carolina and has always fostered a love for being outside and learning about nature and its many inhabitants. After graduating from UNC Chapel Hill (go Tarheels) she made her way up to Juneau, AK for her first whale watching season and became a full-time whale stalker, following these big ole blubber butts all the way down to Maui. After a few years of back and forth, she finally settled on Maui permanently, and hasn’t looked back since. Before Maui Ocean Adventures, Emma was a longtime employee of Ultimate Whale Watch
Heidi
Captain Heidi got her first job in Lahaina Harbor in the 1900s (1993)! She took over her family business when her father passed away and operated the “yellow submarine” that some of you might remember out of Lahaina with her sister until it was tragically lost in the fire. She has come on board with our team to give us an extra boost of girl power while we all wait for the harbor to reopen. Fun facts: her favorite food is chocolate, her favorite band is Bruce Springsteen, her favorite color is brown (like chocolate) and she is an avid scuba diver, reader, and sailor!
Chrissy
Captain Chrissy is a true mariner. She has captained some of the crankiest and most challenging boats on Maui, and has embarked on multiple Pacific crossings for various boat deliveries. Chrissy is an avid fisher, lover of golden retrievers, and is the heart and soul of this operation. She loves the Lahaina community, and is thrilled and honored to be able to use her decades of acquired skills to provide experiences for the local community as well as the visitors we welcome to this beautiful island.
Macy
Captain Macy Tugboat was born and raised in Lahaina, HI. She spent her formative years co-captaining with her mom on the Molokai Ferry, where her love of boats and the ocean began. Macy has been described as a “Bonafide whale freak” and an “honorary whale” by many. She tends to take a slightly humbler tone when asked to describe herself and simply says “boof.”
OUR VESSEL
Our vessel is nicknamed “Macy” after our beloved 11-year-old golden retriever. Macy (the dog) was raised on boats since she was a puppy, and holds the position as “Whale Fan #1” in global rankings. Macy (the boat) is a 34’ Centurion and is made for comfort and maneuverability. She is equipped with ample space, 60% shade covering, and comfort seating, and is incredibly safe and easy for boarding. You can enjoy viewing from the “sky deck” as we have dubbed it, great for photography and getting a bit more of a “birds-eye-view,” or you can lounge in the plush seats on the spacious bow of the boat for more of an up close and personal experience. No matter where you sit, you can enjoy 360° views without feeling crowded. All seats are great seats on the Macy, and you will be sure to leave your tour feeling just as excited about the whales as Macy The Dog feels!
