Winter in Maui may be just another day in paradise — warm sunshine, sandy beaches and incredibly lush foliage — but it also means peak whale season. With majestic humpback whales flocking to Maui’s shores Dec. 15–May 15, Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea created a variety of ways for guests to get the most out of this fleeting natural occurrence.

Choose from private whale watching experiences with professional photographers, or enjoy well-timed watersports provided by the hotel. Get a workout in while watching whales play from the state-of-the-art fitness studio or book a room with an unbeatable view.

Check out the resort’s list of whale-watching experiences here and plan for a fun winter getaway. If all else fails, you can always speak with the concierge team to map out the best viewing experience for you. They can customize anything to best suit your travel and whale-watching experience.

“It’s hard to imagine that Maui can become even more special, but every winter brings these gentle giants to the waters just beyond the Resort’s shores. It doesn’t get much better than experiencing whales up close and personal, and many of our guests return year after year to do so” said Marc Bromley, general manager, Four Seasons Resort Maui.