When you are going to Maui, the second largest island in Hawaii, there are hundreds of fun things you can do to make the trip a memorable one for the rest of your life. One of these is enjoying a dinner cruise!
If you are looking for a romantic experience, an escape from the stresses of life, or just want to relax near a beautiful body of water, Maui is a great place for you to have your first dinner cruise. Generally, dinner cruises are considered an excursion for tourists only. But if you haven’t been on a dinner cruise yet, you will be stunned by the rewards of switching off your TV and leaving for the waters as soon as you have a free night.
This blog is all about dinner cruises, and brings you up to date about all the top things to do on Maui! (We have collaborated with Hawaii Activities, to provide you with all the information you need before flying to Maui. The links have been attached so that you can go through them and feel relaxed and experience a heavenly holiday!)
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- The Princess Maui Dinner Cruise
With a size of 120 meters, the Princess Maui is the biggest yacht going on tours on the island of Maui. Believe us when we say that literally, nothing else compares! All you have to do to enjoy an incredible dinner cruise in Maui is check-in, which is only required at Lahaina Port’s main loading dock, situated opposite the Pioneer Inn.
On your way, the 360-degree panoramic view of the majestic West Maui Mountains will mystify you. You can enjoy a 3-course dinner of prime ribs that have been carved onboard, vegetarian meatballs, roasted chicken, and mouth-watering Mahi-mahi that has been encrusted with vegetarian meatballs or macadamia nuts, all of which is prepared by a team of skilled waiting staff.
The best thing? You also get to listen to live music by famous Maui entertainers. So when the sun sets and the stars light out, it is time for you to wake up and dance the night away with your loved ones!
The Maui Princess ensures top deck seats that give a sunset view that you will not be able to forget for quite a long time! We just know that this lovely cruise is the one you’d like to take every time you visit Maui.
- The Ocean Quest Dinner Cruise
Come and enjoy a luxurious dinner cruise off the famous Lahaina Harbor, onboard a seamless trip on the Ocean Quest dinner cruise, which is one of the best things to do on Maui. The breathtaking mountainous views and the surrounding islands of Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe can be admired in the middle of the spectacular west coastline of Maui during the golden hours of sunset.
Try an excellent four-course meal, cooked freshly onboard, with good regional salad greens, vegetables, fruit and herbs, and versatile shrimp from Kauai by the experienced chefs on the cruise. The aura of this intimate dinner cruise gets even more enhanced when you take note of the sunset while enjoying island-style music.
The Ocean Quest is a sixty-five foot, double-decked, polished dinner cruise that also has a large shaded cabin and rear deck. It also has a bar, tables, and cozy seating areas with his and her bathroom facilities. The best part is that all visitors get to enjoy seats outdoors on the top deck or the bow!
- The Pride of Maui Dinner Cruise
If you’re on the lookout for an exceptional sunset dinner cruise in Maui, sign up for a luau dinner party on the Pride of Maui, the most luxurious and stable Maui catamaran in the city.
Unlike most dinner cruises, the food on the Pride of Maui is cooked fresh onboard and offers an experience your taste buds will crave for the rest of your life. Plus there’s an abundance of it, so don’t forget to bring your appetite!
Loosen up in a relaxed luau setting of Aloha as you enjoy stunning views over Maui’s finest whale watching. Taking advantage of the open bar to the max, chill, and party the night away to live music by acoustic, jazz, and Latin music from some of the most important local musicians in Maui.
The professional bar staff will be giving you whatever you want from margaritas to martinis and the Polynesian performers will perform exceptionally offering you one of the most enjoyable and engaging experiences of your life.
The Pride of Maui has a luxurious cabin below where you get utmost privacy, while the upstairs is a cozy deck, nice to chill and to enjoy the Southern Maui sunset and sunlight. Just check the dates closely before planning your trip because this dinner cruise is only available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
- The Trilogy Dinner Sail Cruise
Get ready to board the Trilogy Sunset Dinner Sail and you will experience what it’s like to have a five-star night… in the water!
All tables on Maui’s latest cruising catamaran have been organized for a restaurant atmosphere without the hustle and bustle of crowds, making it the perfect environment especially if you’re looking for a quiet intimate night.
Begin the night with your favorite drink and sail along the cliffs of Pali bay. Trilogy then takes you to a wonderful, remote spot where the first meal will be served. The following two courses will be presented, plus an entrée of your preference prepared by the onboard chefs.
So, what’re you waiting for? Sit back, allow the crew onboard to take care of your every need, and enjoy a majestic view you’ll want to revisit again and again.
- Alii Nui’s Royal Sunset Sail
The Royal Sunset Sail from Alii Nui is a rare opportunity for sailing and dining while enjoying a mesmerizing view. You’ll set sail and follow the sunset as it falls over the Pacific Ocean on the furthest coast.
Raise a glass to the evening when the scenic shoreline of South Maui is bathed in dazzling colors. The Royal Sunset Sail presents a big buffet dinner in the beautiful vast cabin, perfect for social distancing during these tough times. This fine dining atmosphere gives you the luxury of relaxing in the cabin or enjoying a meal on the expansive deck.
For an unforgettable night of sailing, drinking, exquisite cooking, and beautiful views board the Alii Nui Royal Sunset Sail today. We’re sure this will be your greatest Maui cruising experience.
- The Christmas Dinner Cruise
Even many people living on Maui, Hawaii, have not gotten to experience the Christmas Dinner Cruise yet, which is a rare Maui outing. With a delightful buffet of classic favorites and all its additions and some influences of the island, this is one dining experience that will stay with you for a long time.
This is a unique place to enjoy your vacation with live entertainment and a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean, the western mountains of Maui, and the nearby islands. The presence of humpback whales or dolphins truly makes this a Christmas remember.
You can even upgrade your Christmas Dinner Cruise to luxury seating and ensure a secured exclusive table in one of the most stunning locations in the country.
- The Quicksilver Dinner Cruise
With the Quicksilver, you can go on a cruise down the West Maui shore from Lahaina Harbour to enjoy an unforgettable sunset that you can never forget. The crew takes care of everything for you, allowing you to live in the moment as your meals are served right at your table.
Enjoy the Pacific Rim cuisine in Lahaina’s exclusive dinner cruise with a combo entrée, vegetarian options, and no-gluten options. This sturdy, double-deck sailboat passes through the Maui glass and provides enough space to move around the space.
Once you are done with your seamless and relaxing meal, have a look at the nearby islands and take in the spectacular colors of the sunset as the sun disappears below the horizon.
With live music and cocktail specials, this will be a night to remember forever!
Mahalo for reading this blog,
Adam and Jessica
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