When can you swim with dolphins in Maui?


When can you swim with dolphins in Maui? One very important fact: Many people ask, “Is swimming with dolphins in Maui allowed?” The answer is: The state prohibits intentionally swimming with dolphins in Hawaii. They are a protected species in the wild. If they happen to cross our path we can view them, but we do not intentionally approach them.


Which Hawaiian island has the most dolphins?

Coastal bottlenosed dolphins: You've got a higher chance of seeing them around Kauai and Oahu, and less so on the other islands.


Is it safe to swim with dolphins at a resort?

Pushing people into deeper water, head-jerking, and biting causing broken bones, skin abrasions, and other injuries have all been reported with direct contact interactions with dolphins. Injuries–many inflicted by captive-bred dolphins–occur more commonly in interactive programs than is reported or widely known.


Can you swim with sea turtles in Hawaii?

You may see a turtle (honu) or two while snorkeling but swimming with the turtles is frowned upon. They are a protected species and by law, you need to give them distance. The best place for a beginner snorkeler on Oahu is Hanauma Bay. There are lifeguards there if you should get into trouble.


What is the best month to see whales in Maui?

if you're planning a trip to Maui and want to experience whale watching, the best month to visit is January, followed by February and March. However, if you can't make it in those months, you may still be able to see some whales in December and April.


Where is the best place to swim with wild dolphins?

18 Best places to swim with dolphins
  • Port Phillip, Melbourne, Australia.
  • Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
  • Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia.
  • Rockingham, Western Australia.
  • Sea of Cortez.
  • Socorro Islands, Baja California, Mexico.
  • Tamarin Bay, Mauritius.
  • The Azores, Portugal.