Pacific Whale Foundation Sunset & Celestial Cruise – Maui Sunset Sail with Stargazing at Sea

Sunset & Celestial Cruise

Pacific Whale Foundation

Pacific Whale Foundation – Sunset & Celestial Cruise combines a sunset cruise with stargazing led by astronomy expert Harriet Witt. Also enjoy Polynesian navigation stories, appetizers, drinks, and the bonus of hearing humpback whale songs in winter.

scheduleDuration: 2.5 hours

Operates on Saturdays

  • was$132.97
  • now$115.00

🌌 Pacific Whale Foundation – Sunset & Celestial Cruise

Sail along the South Maui coastline on a one-of-a-kind sunset cruise that blends breathtaking views with Hawaiian culture and stargazing. Enjoy appetizers and drinks as you learn about Polynesian wayfinding and how ancient navigators used the stars to voyage across the Pacific and discover the Hawaiian Islands. On board, award-winning astronomy writer Harriet Witt shares engaging stories about the night sky and its cultural significance, making the evening both entertaining and educational. In winter, a hydrophone lets guests hear the enchanting songs of humpback whales under the stars, adding to this magical experience.

🍽️ Dinner Menu

✨ Appetizers

  • Furikake crusted ahi crostini (sustainably caught tuna) with cilantro aioli and unagi glaze
  • Grilled and chilled (sustainably farm-raised) tiger prawn cocktails with wasabi sauce
  • BBQ kalua pork quesadillas with Maui Gold pineapple chutney and cilantro lime aioli
  • Vegan "pork" gyoza (dumpling)
  • House fried corn tortilla chips with salsa
  • Artisan cheese platter
  • Fresh fruit
  • Dessert of Kula strawberries and chocolate chip cookies
  • Unlimited soda, juice, Social Hour coffee and filtered water
  • For adults age 21+, up to 2 complimentary alcoholic drinks included (such as Maui Brewing Co. beer, vodka, gin, rum, wine and tequila)

Special instructions

  • Where and When:

    Tour time:
    6:30 pm - 9:00 pm (March 16 - September 15)
    5:30 pm - 8:00 pm (September 16 - March 15)
    Check in 45 minutes prior to departure at Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Store at the Maui Harbor Shops, which shares a parking lot with Maui Ocean Center, located at 192 Maalaea Rd, Wailuku (GPS address). View Map
    Parking at the Maui Harbor Shops/Maui Ocean Center Aquarium is $1.00/hour and the first 15 minutes are free. Paid parking is enforced between the hours of 5:00 am to 6:00 pm.

  • Restrictions:

    There are no specific restrictions for this activity.

  • Operation Days:

    Saturday
    Not available on Valentine's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

  • Duration:

    2.5 hours

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