At sunset time the winds generally die-down and the sailing is gentle. The views of Maui from the ocean at this time of day are the most colorful.
 Sunset Sails and Cruises on Maui |
 Gemini - 64' Sailing Catamaran |
| Hula Girl - 65' Multi-Million Dollar Catamaran |
Kai Kanani - 65' Power Catamaran  |
| Kaulana - 65' Power Catamaran |
| Maui Princess - |
| Pacific Whale Foundation - Catamarans |
| Paragon Sailing Charters - 47' Sailing Catamaran |
| Pride of Maui - 65' Maxi Catamaran |
| Queen's Treasure - 65' Gold Coast Sailing Catamaran |
| Quicksilver - 55' Power Catamaran |
| Scotch Mist - 50' Sailing Yacht. |
| Teralani - 64' Sailing Catamaran |
| Trilogy Excursions - 55' Sailing Catamaran |
Maui Sunset Sails and Cruises
Maui's coastline is lovely at any time of day, but even more beautiful during a
Maui sunset sail. Sail Maui at Sunset!
From the deck of a Maui sailboat in the light sundown breeze, you will understand why sunset sails are so popular here on Maui.
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Hawaii Sunset Cruise - Sunset Sails on All the Islands |
The strong afteroon winds die down at sunset and are reduced to a gentle breeze. The heat of the day has been replaced with a hint of coolness. The bright wash of midday has turned to vivid pastels. The sun glows orange and red and drops quickly into the ocean, disappearing in an instant display of Maui's famous "green flash." The water is calm, a gentle swell lulls the quiet scene.
Looking back toward Maui, you find the West Maui Mountains draped with rainbow colors and a halo of clouds turns from pink to purple to violet before your eyes. And then a twinkling, a glitter, as stars appear above and Lahaina lights reflect across the water. If you're lucky, as I was the first day I set foot on Maui many years ago, you may see the full moon rise out of an enchanted valley. It's a good omen: you'll be back again as Maui now has you under its spell.
Many vessels can take you on a sunset cruise
Most sunset sails depart from Lahaina and Maalaea Harbors. Catamarans, sloops, schooners, and even power vessels are used for this purpose. No matter what boat you take, one thing is certain. It will be the beginning of an evening you will remember for a long time to come.
Tom's Tips - Maui Sunset Sails and Cruises
- A Maui sunset sail is the perfect beginning to a romantic evening for your last night on Maui.
- You won't get wet (probably) on sunset sails leaving from Lahaina or Maalaea harbors. If you go on a boat boarding from a beach you'll have to wade out a bit through the surf. Plan your attire accordingly.
- All Maui sunset cruises provide Hawaiian hors d'oeuvres or "pupus" and beverages such as mai tais, wine, beer, or a bit of the bubbly. Non-alcoholic drinks will be served as well.
Sunset Sails and Sunset Cruises in Maui - Options Below:Gemini The “Gemini” is a sixty-four foot sailing catamaran that has been operating off of Kaanapali Beach for over thirty years. This classic catamaran leaves it’s mooring and pulls onto the sand to pick people up for their classic sunset sail. This company is made up of more then just a beautiful boat. As in any well-run venture their employees (which are more like family) have for the most part been with the Gemini for years. This gentle and experienced group will set the buffet and keep your glass…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $61.90 - To: $61.90) |
Hula Girl Would you like to see the sunset from aboard a luxury sailing catamaran? The “Hula Girl” is a large sixty-five foot long sailing catamaran that is thirty-five feet wide. The “Hula Girl” departs from the sands of Kaanapali Beach in front of Whalers Village on the West shore of Maui. This multi million-dollar vessel provides a variety of amenities including a spacious lower cabin, restrooms, a kitchen, and a large twelve person capacity fly bridge equipped with couches. The kitchen on the boat will…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $60.00 - To: $73.00) |
Kai Kanani How about a sunset cruise that departs from South Maui? The "Kai Kanani" departs from the beach in front of the Makena Beach and Golf Resort. This convenient departure location just south of the Wailea resort community is an option that many visitors are unaware of. This spacious sixty-five foot catamaran is able to pull right up on the sandy beach for boarding. You will board barefoot and will normally get wet up to about your knees. From here the Kai Kanai will begin its evening sail. The crew will be…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $79.00 - To: $79.00) |
Kaulana Lahaina Maui is one of the most ideal locations in the islands to go on a sunset sail. The channel offshore off the coastline is circled by four islands and is generally shielded from the wind by the West Maui Mountains. The “Kaulana” is a sixty-five foot double deck power catamaran that offers cruises in this area. “Kaulana” has something for everyone with a shaded and enclosed lower cabin as well as an open-air upper sundeck. The “Kaulana” will have a variety appetizers as well as a cash bar…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $27.90 - To: $27.90) |
Maui Princess The “Maui Princess” is one of the largest boats on Maui to offer sunset dinner cruises out of the Lahaina Harbor. The “Maui Princess” is a one hundred and eighteen foot power boat that has two decks. The lower deck is enclosed and makes for and ideal spot for dancing. The upper deck is open, which makes for an ideal location to eat and view the sunset from. The “Maui Princess” is equipped with restrooms and an onboard bar. This large boat is very stable because of its size as well as its gyrostabilizer…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $67.20 - To: $67.20) |
Pacific Whale Foundation The Pacific Whale Foundation is a company that is very well known for their Whale Watches as well as their various conservation efforts. The Pacific Whale Foundation was formed in 1980 to help the Humpback Whales that were at that point on the brink of extinction. Initially they offered whales watches but have branched out over the years to also offer a variety of different excursions such as snorkeling cruises and sunset sails. The sunset sails that are offered by Pacific Whale Foundation…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $56.96 - To: $89.46) |
Paragon Sailing Charters Paragon Sailing Charters offers sunset sails out of Lahaina Harbor aboard their sleek forty-seven foot sailing catamaran. Comfort of the passengers is very important to the management of Paragon Sailing Charters and they limit the capacity of their sunset cruises to twenty-four even though they are certified by the coast guard to carry almost twice that amount. The quiet stable Paragon is an ideal platform to go for a mellow sunset sail from and the tranquil waters of West Maui make for one of…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $51.90 - To: $51.90) |
Pride of Maui The “Pride of Maui” is one of the larger boats to offer sunset sails on Maui. The “Pride of Maui” is a large sixty-five foot power catamaran that features a very wide “Maxi” design. This configuration offers a great amount of stability as well as a great deal of deckspace. The boat is broken up into two levels. On the top level there is an open viewing deck that makes for an ideal place to watch the sun go down and sip on some cocktails. Underneath lies and enclosed cabin that will serve as the…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $59.95 - To: $59.95) |
Queen's Treasure The 65 foot Queen's Treasure was specially commissioned for Kaanapali Tours to accommodate the waters off the West Side of Maui and to ensure the comfort and pleasure of her passengers. What a wonderful way to experience a beautiful Maui sunset aboard this beautiful new catamaran. …(more info) | Price Range: (From: $64.90 - To: $64.90) |
Quicksilver The “Quicksilver” is a large fifty five foot power catamaran that offers sunset cruises departing from Maalaea Harbor. The waters off of the southern shore of the island make an ideal spot to go for a sunset cruise. The large and stable “Quicksilver” has an enclosed lower cabin and an open air upper deck. During whale season it is very likely that you will run into a few pods of humpback whales on this cruise. There is a wide variety of food onboard. In addition to the meal service alcoholic drinks…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $29.95 - To: $74.90) |
Scotch Mist If you’re a fan of classic sailboats then you need to know about the “Scotch Mist”. The “Scotch Mist” was initially sailed to Maui in the 1984 Victoria to Maui Sailboat Race. After making the crossing faster then any of the competitors and taking first place in the race the owners of the “Scotch Mist” decided to retire the boat to the calm waters of Lahaina, Maui and put her into service operating a variety of charters for the visitors of Maui. Since the “Scotch Mist” made Maui her home the most…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $56.90 - To: $56.90) |
Teralani The Teralani offers a variety of snorkel cruises and whale watches but they are perhaps best known for their dinner cruises and sunset sails. The wide deck of sixty-four foot Teralani makes for a very spacious cruise and the catamaran hull design allows for very smooth sailing with little side-to-side rocking of the boat. The west side of Maui is one of the best places to view the sunset with direct western exposure and the foreground of the calm channel waters between the islands of Molokai, Lanai…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $55.90 - To: $73.90) |
Trilogy Excursions Trilogy Excursions was one of the original companies to offer sailing and snorkel trips in Maui County. The large sailing catamarans that have worked so well for them over the years for their snorkel trips have also proven to be well suited for sunset sails. These large catamarans offer a very stable ride and a spacious deck. The crew of Trilogy has a reputation for attention to detail and these friendly, experienced sailors will be waiting on your every need for the entirety of the trip…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $69.00 - To: $79.00) |
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Sunset Sailing Cruises in Maui - Sunset sails are just like the dinner cruises without the dinner and for a lesser price. They are generally the same length of time and often serve Hawaiian hors d'oeuvres, referred to as “pupus”. These are a great prelude to a romantic dinner in a fine restaurant on shore.
