Maui: Original Sunset Cruise with Open Bar from Ka’anapali Beach
Overview
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2 hours
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Part of the reason Maui has been so popular year after year is due to the breathtaking sunsets. Sure you could just watch from the beach or your hotel lanai, but a front row seat out on the water, sipping some cocktails, enjoying some awesome pupus (appetizers) and hanging with fun people sounds more appealing. Whale watching is included from Dec 15th - April 15th!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at least 24 hours in advance
Barefoot sail, shoes will be collected before boarding
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Departure times vary throughout the year. PLEASE call to confirm your trip 24 hours in advance (808) SEA-MAUI. Please check in a half hour prior to departure.
This is a barefoot tour, your shoes will be collected before boarding and returned at the end of the sail. Please leave your fresh white tennis shoes and stilettos at home.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ka'anapali
Oceanfront shopping at its finest
What‘s Included
Heavy appetizers include crispy pork sliders, pesto pasta salad, asian slaw and fried chicken with chili garlic aioli
Non-alcoholic Beverages
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Live Music on Tuesdays and Thursdays!
Whale Watching (Dec 15th - April 15th)
Validated parking for up to 4 hours
Unlimited alcohol drinks (open bar)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Sunset Cocktail Sail with Open Bar
Reviews
1,443 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sunset Dinner Cruise
fg911,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I recently celebrated our anniversary on a dinner cruise with sea Maui. We had exceptional service, friendly staff, with Jenn and James and a great dinner buffet. We enjoyed our trip and highly recommend this company.
Great cruise
J5632OVtracys,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great captain and crew! The whales were abundant, drinks free flowing! Highly recommended
Happy Crew-Happy Guests!
629conniew,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This could not have been more magical! The weather was perfect, and the crew seemed as excited as we were seeing multiple whale sightings. The food was great and the open bar kept the adults happy! Totally recommend this trip.
Best whale watching experience
Pioneer36218837282,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Boat captain Travis was the absolute best. He made the loading from the beach on a windy day seem like anyone could do it. Mario and Kyle were also friendly, making sure everyone had enough to drink and that their needs were fully met. Travis was able to find a pod of whales going north and followed them for as long as he could. The show the whales put on is without description. The rainbow over Lahaina at the end of the trip made it all worthwhile. Cannot say enough good things about our Sea Maui whale watching cruise. Highly recommend and would do it again in a heartbeat. It was worth every penny spent.
Carrie, James, and Nico...
Michael A,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Carrie, James, and Nico were great and we really enjoyed Tim McDill’s music. It was awesome seeing whales and taking in the beauty of the islands from the water.
The best possible way to end our trip
58millerb,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took the dinner cruise with a group of four and had an incredible experience from start to finish. The food was excellent, we saw plenty of whales, and one of the coolest moments was getting to hear them singing through the hydrophone. The crew really made the trip special. Noah and Will mostly took care of our group—they were personable, attentive, and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. They even shared a bit about their lives in Maui, which made the experience feel more personal and welcoming. Captain Nick was fantastic—funny, engaging, and played great music throughout the cruise. He also shared a lot of interesting information about the whales, the local area, and the history of how the islands were formed. This was easily one of the highlights of our trip, and we will absolutely book again the next time we’re in Maui. 🌊🐋🎶
Amazing sunset cruise
moreesas,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a fun cruise. The captain and crew were awesome! They made sure you had a drink in your hand at all times. They also served amazing snacks. To top it off, we got to see quite a few whales. It was an amazing trip. I highly recommend.
Great experience!
Nancy C,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such a great experience! The staff was so accommodating and very friendly! We even got to see dolphins!
See Maui on Sea Maui ;)
Tori R,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour went beyond expectations! The service was great. The crew immediately served drinks and were repeatedly checking in and bringing more. The food was good as well. The captain James was spot on chasing whales before sunset and we got to see several up close! We had an amazing time, would highly recommend this company!
Sunset cruise
marcis783,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Crew was great! Super friendly and the food and drink were great! Our group had a great time!
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