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Ma'alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Ma'alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Board the comfortable and spacious double-deck power catamaran from Ma'alaea Harbor and cruise the Maui coastline to see the humpback whales, who return to Hawaii for a few months each year to mate and give birth. Get up close to these amazing animals to view their spectacular whale behaviors in their native environment Keep your eyes peeled for massive splashes across the horizon from whales slapping the surface with their fins and tails. See them spy-hop, when humpback whales come high out of the water to have a look around at the world above. See the majesty of a breaching whale, if you are lucky. This is when a whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again. Don’t forget to bring your camera and take memorable photos from the shade of a spacious cabin.

South Maui: PM Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

South Maui: PM Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

Explore one of Maui’s most impressive sites on this relaxing afternoon catamaran cruise to Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Dive into the rich marine biodiversity of the reefs in this partially submerged volcanic crater or beautiful snorkel site off the West Maui coastline. Head to the meeting point at Maalaea Harbor for your check-in before boarding the Malolo catamaran. Set sail and admire the beautiful Pacific coastal views as you cruise towards your snorkel site. Stop at the ideal snorkeling location for that day determined by your captain based on ocean conditions. Food and drinks are included. Jump into the pleasant water and look for colorful fish like parrot fish, yellow tang, and cornet fish. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive spotted eagle ray. Feel free to rent wetsuits, digital underwater cameras, and prescription masks on the day of your activity to enhance your aquatic experience. After your unforgettable swim, relax with a soft drink or adult beverage (available to purchase) on deck as you return to your boarding point.

South Maui: Sunset Prime Rib or Mahi Mahi Dinner Cruise

South Maui: Sunset Prime Rib or Mahi Mahi Dinner Cruise

Watch the glow of the sunset on the Kahalawai Mountains, Lanai Island, and Molokini Crater on this sunset catamaran cruise from Ma’alaea. Keep an eye out for humpback whales (December through April) while listening to Hawaiian music. Savor a gourmet dinner and relax with two drinks from the bar. Depart from Ma’alaea Harbor and set off into the waves on a catamaran. After exiting the harbor, enjoy a complimentary drink before the dinner service kicks off. Explore the alcoves of the boat, gaze out over the ocean, and snap photos. While soaking up the tropical views, listen to island-style music. For dinner, chef Keoni will serve the succulent Hawaiian prime rib, Mahi Mahi, teriyaki chicken, ribs, steamed vegetables, white rice with soy sauce, and more. As you dine, take in views of Kaho’olawe and Lanai in the distance, as well as the top snorkeling location, Molokini Crater. Gaze out at the Kahalawai Mountains of Maui extending toward the sky. You are likely to see humpback whales visiting the islands from Alaska along with other marine mammals.

From Ma'alaea: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

From Ma'alaea: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

Sip on cocktails and take in the Maui sunset while enjoying a three-course meal. Whether you're seated outside on the upper deck or in the cabin below, sit back and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The addition of island-style music provides the perfect ambiance for this idyllic Maui experience. Come on board the Quicksilver, a spacious double-deck catamaran that offers comfortable seating with generous table spacing for a more private intimate setting. Your meal begins with a fresh Caesar salad with homemade buttery croutons, freshly grated parmesan cheese, and warm breadsticks For the main course, your options are rosemary garlic roasted prime rib, fresh Mahi-Mahi with lemon buttery caper sauce, Kiawe smoked baby back ribs, BBQ roasted chicken leg and thigh combo, or penne pasta with fresh Thai basil marinara sauce (vegetarian option). On the side, enjoy sautéed vegetables and steamed white rice with shoyu sauce. For dessert, double-layer chocolate cake and New York style cheesecake

From Ma'alaea: Afternoon Whale Watch Tour Aboard the Malolo

From Ma'alaea: Afternoon Whale Watch Tour Aboard the Malolo

Depart from Maalaea Harbor, easily located off the highway with ample parking. This high-speed catamaran is located at Slip 87 near Coast Guard Station. While on board, enjoy complimentary juices and sodas, and a variety of alcoholic beverages. The optimal whale watching season starts in December and goes through April, during which thousands of humpback whales return to Hawaii for a few months each year to mate and give birth. Depending on the whales’ behavior during your two-hour whale watching trip, you may see any number of whale activity happening, from tail flapping to full body breaching. Keep your eyes peeled for whales slapping the surface with pectoral fins (their very long side fins), flukes (the tail), and the peduncle (the strong muscles attaching the tail to the rest of the body). Keep your fingers crossed for a breach - this is when a whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again. And most importantly, don’t forget to bring your camera to capture a picture of these amazing animals.

From Ma'alaea: Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise Aboard the Calypso

From Ma'alaea: Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise Aboard the Calypso

Celebrate Thanksgiving like never before on this Hawaiian dinner cruise which sets off from the Ma'alaea harbor. A dedicated crew will serve you a festive dinner with two drinks included. Aboard the Calypso, you'll have stunning views of the West Maui Mountains and the islands of Molokai and Lanai. Sip on your choice of cocktails, beer, and wine as the crew serves you table-side with a Hawaiian-influenced Thanksgiving day feast, complete with all the traditional fixings. Surrounded by breathtaking sunset views, the atmosphere on board is enriched with live music from local performers. The Calypso is a triple-decker power catamaran with a spacious deck and an open-air design. While you’re taking in the tranquil vista, keep your eyes peeled for a possible sighting of some spinner dolphins and humpback whales, who reside in the calm Maui waters.

South Maui: Maalaea Luxury Sunset Cruise

South Maui: Maalaea Luxury Sunset Cruise

Bask in the romance and relaxation of a breathtaking Maui sunset cruise. Sail past the Molokini Crater as it meets the ocean, discover the Kahalawai Mountains, and Lanai Island vistas. Relax and enjoy a perspective you can only get at sea. Maui Sunsets are amazing, just wait till you experienced a sunset illuminating the majestic Haleakala (meaning “House of the Sun” in Hawaiian) a dormant shield volcano with one of the world's largest volcanic craters. Its rim reaches an elevation of 10,023 feet above sea level. Enjoy the pristine beauty as the waves crash over the Maui coastline. Capture the setting sun's rays color the summits of the island's volcanos. You may even see the green flash.

Maalaea Bay: Our most recommended tours and activities

Ma'alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Ma'alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Board the comfortable and spacious double-deck power catamaran from Ma'alaea Harbor and cruise the Maui coastline to see the humpback whales, who return to Hawaii for a few months each year to mate and give birth. Get up close to these amazing animals to view their spectacular whale behaviors in their native environment Keep your eyes peeled for massive splashes across the horizon from whales slapping the surface with their fins and tails. See them spy-hop, when humpback whales come high out of the water to have a look around at the world above. See the majesty of a breaching whale, if you are lucky. This is when a whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again. Don’t forget to bring your camera and take memorable photos from the shade of a spacious cabin.

South Maui: PM Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

South Maui: PM Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

Explore one of Maui’s most impressive sites on this relaxing afternoon catamaran cruise to Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. Dive into the rich marine biodiversity of the reefs in this partially submerged volcanic crater or beautiful snorkel site off the West Maui coastline. Head to the meeting point at Maalaea Harbor for your check-in before boarding the Malolo catamaran. Set sail and admire the beautiful Pacific coastal views as you cruise towards your snorkel site. Stop at the ideal snorkeling location for that day determined by your captain based on ocean conditions. Food and drinks are included. Jump into the pleasant water and look for colorful fish like parrot fish, yellow tang, and cornet fish. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive spotted eagle ray. Feel free to rent wetsuits, digital underwater cameras, and prescription masks on the day of your activity to enhance your aquatic experience. After your unforgettable swim, relax with a soft drink or adult beverage (available to purchase) on deck as you return to your boarding point.

South Maui: Sunset Prime Rib or Mahi Mahi Dinner Cruise

South Maui: Sunset Prime Rib or Mahi Mahi Dinner Cruise

Watch the glow of the sunset on the Kahalawai Mountains, Lanai Island, and Molokini Crater on this sunset catamaran cruise from Ma’alaea. Keep an eye out for humpback whales (December through April) while listening to Hawaiian music. Savor a gourmet dinner and relax with two drinks from the bar. Depart from Ma’alaea Harbor and set off into the waves on a catamaran. After exiting the harbor, enjoy a complimentary drink before the dinner service kicks off. Explore the alcoves of the boat, gaze out over the ocean, and snap photos. While soaking up the tropical views, listen to island-style music. For dinner, chef Keoni will serve the succulent Hawaiian prime rib, Mahi Mahi, teriyaki chicken, ribs, steamed vegetables, white rice with soy sauce, and more. As you dine, take in views of Kaho’olawe and Lanai in the distance, as well as the top snorkeling location, Molokini Crater. Gaze out at the Kahalawai Mountains of Maui extending toward the sky. You are likely to see humpback whales visiting the islands from Alaska along with other marine mammals.

From Ma'alaea: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

From Ma'alaea: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

Sip on cocktails and take in the Maui sunset while enjoying a three-course meal. Whether you're seated outside on the upper deck or in the cabin below, sit back and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The addition of island-style music provides the perfect ambiance for this idyllic Maui experience. Come on board the Quicksilver, a spacious double-deck catamaran that offers comfortable seating with generous table spacing for a more private intimate setting. Your meal begins with a fresh Caesar salad with homemade buttery croutons, freshly grated parmesan cheese, and warm breadsticks For the main course, your options are rosemary garlic roasted prime rib, fresh Mahi-Mahi with lemon buttery caper sauce, Kiawe smoked baby back ribs, BBQ roasted chicken leg and thigh combo, or penne pasta with fresh Thai basil marinara sauce (vegetarian option). On the side, enjoy sautéed vegetables and steamed white rice with shoyu sauce. For dessert, double-layer chocolate cake and New York style cheesecake

From Ma'alaea: Afternoon Whale Watch Tour Aboard the Malolo

From Ma'alaea: Afternoon Whale Watch Tour Aboard the Malolo

Depart from Maalaea Harbor, easily located off the highway with ample parking. This high-speed catamaran is located at Slip 87 near Coast Guard Station. While on board, enjoy complimentary juices and sodas, and a variety of alcoholic beverages. The optimal whale watching season starts in December and goes through April, during which thousands of humpback whales return to Hawaii for a few months each year to mate and give birth. Depending on the whales’ behavior during your two-hour whale watching trip, you may see any number of whale activity happening, from tail flapping to full body breaching. Keep your eyes peeled for whales slapping the surface with pectoral fins (their very long side fins), flukes (the tail), and the peduncle (the strong muscles attaching the tail to the rest of the body). Keep your fingers crossed for a breach - this is when a whale rises completely out of the water and crashes down again. And most importantly, don’t forget to bring your camera to capture a picture of these amazing animals.

From Ma'alaea: Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise Aboard the Calypso

From Ma'alaea: Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise Aboard the Calypso

Celebrate Thanksgiving like never before on this Hawaiian dinner cruise which sets off from the Ma'alaea harbor. A dedicated crew will serve you a festive dinner with two drinks included. Aboard the Calypso, you'll have stunning views of the West Maui Mountains and the islands of Molokai and Lanai. Sip on your choice of cocktails, beer, and wine as the crew serves you table-side with a Hawaiian-influenced Thanksgiving day feast, complete with all the traditional fixings. Surrounded by breathtaking sunset views, the atmosphere on board is enriched with live music from local performers. The Calypso is a triple-decker power catamaran with a spacious deck and an open-air design. While you’re taking in the tranquil vista, keep your eyes peeled for a possible sighting of some spinner dolphins and humpback whales, who reside in the calm Maui waters.

South Maui: Maalaea Luxury Sunset Cruise

South Maui: Maalaea Luxury Sunset Cruise

Bask in the romance and relaxation of a breathtaking Maui sunset cruise. Sail past the Molokini Crater as it meets the ocean, discover the Kahalawai Mountains, and Lanai Island vistas. Relax and enjoy a perspective you can only get at sea. Maui Sunsets are amazing, just wait till you experienced a sunset illuminating the majestic Haleakala (meaning “House of the Sun” in Hawaiian) a dormant shield volcano with one of the world's largest volcanic craters. Its rim reaches an elevation of 10,023 feet above sea level. Enjoy the pristine beauty as the waves crash over the Maui coastline. Capture the setting sun's rays color the summits of the island's volcanos. You may even see the green flash.

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