America · BOAT TOURS IN MAUI
The good boat tours in Maui fill up early and the best go first. Below: the 10 to book ahead, what each includes and how they differ.
Two-hour Ka’anapali sunset catamaran with open bar, heavy pupus, and whale chances in season. Beach boarding, so expect a little splash.
“Such a fun cruise & the crew was just as fun & awesome. Definitely can’t wait to do this again in the future”
Ma'alaea Harbor whale watch on a double-deck power catamaran. Hear whale songs via hydrophone and spot playful humpbacks, 2 hours.
“The tour was wonderful! We saw so many whales. Worth the $$. Dave was amazing and super attentive. The Captain (forgot his name but an Aussie and fr New Zealand) was very informative and the perfect host. There was a 3rd gentleman on the tour who was at the bar. Also, great!”
A 2.5-hour Maui sunset dinner cruise from Ka’anapali with open bar, buffet dinner, and seasonal whale watching on a luxury catamaran.
“It was an incredible experience. The boat ride was fun. We saw many whales. The food and music were good.”
Small-group West Maui snorkel from Ka'anapali with guide-led stops at Honolua Bay plus sea turtles, fish, and possible dolphins or whales.
“Perfect trip. Great crew/guides making sure you are comfortable, ensure your safety and accommodated. Saw multiple turtles, fish including sharks, octopus, urchins etc. Breakfast including fruit, bananna bread and Fantastic lunch with delicious wraps and drinks including water sodas juice If you find a cheaper tour book this one instead. You will be happy you did”
Two-hour Maui sunset dinner cruise aboard Quicksilver with a 3-course local meal, two included drinks, live island music, and whale spotting possible.
“Our reservation was changed. However we were notified by email and not by text so we were not aware. We were told that we were "upgraded" to a different boat, but when we boarded we had the absolute worse seat on the boat. No view from our table other than the metal on the side of the boat. No airflow at all. We had to leave our dinner early to go up top to get some air and was not able to enjoy our dessert without sweating like crazy. The only food thing was the sunset that we saw from up top and the musician playing was excellent. The food…”
Maui sunset dinner cruise on the Pride of Maui with an open bar, rib buffet, live hula and slack key, plus whale chances near Molokini.
“Overpriced. My partner and i aren’t drinkers so didn’t get to enjoy the open bar. Had sodas though. We were at least excited for the food and dessert, we were let down. Had to throw it away wasn’t good at all. And then on the way back it got super windy and cold, couldn’t really enjoy the top deck of the boat. Crew was nice though. Was celebrating my birthday that’s the only reason we decided to do this. 3/10 recommend.”
Alihilani sunset catamaran from Ma'alaea Harbor with drinks, cold hors d’oeuvres, dolphins, and winter humpback whale chances.
“The staff is incredible!! So nice, helpful and accommodating. Feels like you’re sailing with friends.”
2-hour Ma'alaea sunset dinner cruise with prime rib or island fish, live music, whale sightings, and time with Hawaiian green sea turtles.
“Beautiful evening out on the water, great food(prime rib) and saw the whales. Very much enjoyed with the family!”
Sail Maui’s fast Molokini catamaran snorkel with breakfast and lunch, whale season detours, and real sailing in Maui trade winds.
“The crew was so welcoming and they make you feel comfortable. This was my first time snorkeling and I loved it. Would definitely do it again!”
Ma'alaea sunset dinner on the Quicksilver catamaran: 3-course meal, live island music, and ocean wildlife views. Two drinks included. $139.
“amazing experience. we brought our 7-year-old daughter and they made her captain and it was the most awesome amazing experience also the tour itself was great the sunset was so beautiful the captain was a great driver the food was wonderful service was wonderful we would definitely highly recommend this to all her friends and family please visit the book your tour when visiting Maui. you will not forget it.”
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