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Maui Sunset Sails and Cruises
Maui's coastline is lovely at any time of day, but even more beautiful during a Maui sunset cruise. 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.
 Friendly Charters "Lani Kai" Price Range: (From: $47.90 - To: $47.90) |
 Gemini Price Range: (From: $57.99 - To: $57.99) |
 Hula Girl Price Range: (From: $55.00 - To: $67.00) |
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 leaving from Lahaina harbor. Catamarans, sloops, schooners, and even power vessels - 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.
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Here are the best sunset cruises and sunset sailing vessels available in Mui:
Friendly Charters "Lani Kai" - is a 53' Double Deck, Maxi Catamaran that can accommodate up to 70 passengers. Features include a water slide, two fresh water showers, spacious protected cabin area, two restrooms and three water entries.
Gemini - a 64' sailing power catamaran can accommodate up to 49 passengers.
Hula Girl - is a brand new 65x35 foot, state-of-the-art, multi-million dollar, custom charter catamaran with seating for up to 49 guests for lunch or dinner service at comfortable tables with cushioned seating and roll down vinyl widows with panoramic views during times of inclement weather. The vessel is stunningly beautiful, with sleek lines and hand painted graphics, including a larger than life Hula Dancer on each bow. A Fly Bridge that houses the helm station has couch type seating for 12 guests with 2 cocktail tables. This area will more than likely become a VIP lounge.
Kai Kanani - is a brand new 65' Power Catamaran that can accommodate up to 55 passengers comfortably. Complimentary parking in the auxiliary parking area south of the hotel.
Kaulana - is a 65' Power Catamaran with enclosed cabin area and spacious upper deck that can accommodate up to 100 passengers. The Kaulana offers an affordable monring snorkel cruise for fun, sun and snorkeling, a sunset cruise and whale watching in season. The Kaulana’s upper deck provides an excellent observation deck great for sun bathing.
Pacific Whale Foundation - offers a Historical Afternoon Cruise, a Sunset Cocktail Cruise or a Sunset Dinner Cruise. Enjoy a relaxed and fun filled evening featuring "Ono-Licious" food and "Da Kine" music.
Paragon - a 47' ocean-going catamaran, which carries 24 passengers, will be found at Lahaina Harbor at the Main Loading Dock.
Pride of Maui - a 65' Maxi Catamaran with glassbottom viewing, large observation deck and protected cabin area that can accomodate up to 149 Passengers.
Quicksilver Charters - is a 55' power catamaran offering covered seating on the upper and lower deck, smooth and stable high tech catamaran, excellent music by local musicians, floating dance floor and table seating for up to 80 guests.
Scotch Mist II - a 50' Santa Cruz Sailing Yacht is the fastest boat of her class in the state. In 1984 she won the Victoria to Maui yacht race. She can accomodate 25 passengers comfortably on a private or will go with a minimum of 6 people and a maximum of 18.
Spirit of Lahaina - is a 65' Power Catamaran that can accommodate up to 149 passengers comfortably.
Teralani Sunset Sail - 64' Sailing Catamarans that can accommodate up to 49 passengers comfortably.
Trilogy Excursions - Catamaran ride over to Lanai! Light deli lunch on board. BBQ chicken dinner served up in Pavillion on Lanai. Guided tour of Lanai - History of Pineapple Plantation Days. Snorkel off shore. Champagne sunset sail back to Maui.
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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.
