All Reviews for Maalaea Harbor & Ocean Center

Abundant marine life- turtles, tropical fish, and coral!

We had a really great time on our charter on Tues Nov 11th. It was blowing hard in the morning but the crew managed to find us an area that was out of the wind. Captain Zach, Gauge and Styles(?.... Can't quite remember his name) were truly the best part of the whole thing. They were all super engaging and gave a lot of information about the sea life around the island, although the Captain might need to work on his jokes a little! Haha. I would highly recommend this charter company to anyone. Thanks guys! - Leroy, Nathanda and the boys.

Russ was a fantastic tour guide. We felt he was knowledgeable and very enthusiastic about his island. Everything was well organized from the ferry to transportation once we got there. We stayed on the island and took the 5:30 pm ferry. Our driver took us to the cat sanctuary and then picked us up and took us to the Four Seasons to chill until it was time to head to the ferry. He then came back and took us to the ferry. This was all very much appreciated!

Sunset cruise was very windy. Sunset was beautiful. Meal was ok at best. Value for your money was not there. Crew did a great job under the conditions.

This was the best activity we did as a family on our Hawaii vacation. Such a beautiful day out at sea. We snorkeled and went down the slide. My 7 and 4 year olds were swimming in the middle of the ocean and having a blast. The staff was so nice and helpful. They fed us lunch and the tacos were delicious. We got a ton of great photos as well.

It was my first time in Maui in 25 years, and I’m really glad I had this experience. From the moment we boarded, I felt an exciting thrill as if I was already on an attraction. The weather was great, and the beauty of it all made me forget about everyday life! The clarity of the ocean, the encounters with sea turtles, and the meals on the boat make me want to come back again!

For those who are unsure about Japanese, there is an incredibly powerful Japanese person named Takako. She embodies the energy of Hawaii. She approached me very casually, and she has such a fun personality.

I will definitely come back. MAHALO!!

25年ぶりのマウイでしたが、本当にこの体験をして良かったです。
乗船してからすぐにアトラクションに乗っているかのようなワクワク感で、天気も良く、日頃の現実が忘れられるような美しさです！
海の透明度、ウミガメとの遭遇、船上での食事ともにまた来たいと思います！

日本語に不安の方々へ
Takakoさんという物凄くパワフルな日本人の方がいらっしゃいます。ハワイのエネルギーを溜め込んでいる方です。とてもフランクに話しかけてくれて本当に楽しい人柄の方です。

かならずまた来ます。
MAHALO！！

The ferry was great - a bit expensive at$70 each direction. We were able to see all the highlighted stops on Lana’i in just one day. Fun little town diner for breakfast. We used a Jeep to explore the island - another $200. So, for two of us to explore for one day was about$700. This is our 5th trip to Maui so we were curious to explore a nearby island.

We had a wonderful experience with captain Zach and Bailey They both were very friendly and knowledgeable. Great value. Boat was clean well organized and comfortable.

This was the Best Dinner Cruise we've been on!!! We Loved the Sail Boat!! And the dinner was exceptional!!! The staff were all very friendly and did a great job!' And we loved the Captain!! The sunset was Spectacular!! We will do it again!!

We were interested & curious about the recent history of Lanai - from Dole to Murdock to Ellison. Lucky for us, Josh and his family lived it all & he was kind enough to share with us. Having the right guide makes all the difference. If you decide to go, we hope you are lucky enough to catch a day with Josh.

The only negative is parking at Maalaea harbor. Unless you're on the first trip in the morning at 0630, plan on a long walk from your car to the boat. They use a smartphone payment app for all parking in the harbor. At $1 per hour, the rate isn't bad - but the process of in-putting your credit card & rental car license plate info can be a problem, especially if you're running late. We were there at 0545, began boarding at 0600, and under way at 0630 on the dot. Give yourself plenty of time.

My wife and I had a spectacular day. We got on the boat from the beach in Ka'anapoli Beach and sailed to Lanai. There was plenty of food and drink. We landed ashore on Lanai and had a great couple hours on the beautiful beach. The host provided beach chairs, beach mats, snorkel gear, lifeguards, juice and water, snacks and even sun screen. The beach was great and the water was clear. The reef had a variety of fish to observe while snorkeling.
Then a bbq lunch was provided which was plentiful and delicious. The sail back to Ka'anapoli Beach was very pleasant. Again snacks and endless drinks were provided. Great trip!!

We participated as a couple in our 60s. There was no anxiety because the Japanese staff member, Takako, kindly taught us everything. Once on board, we were served juice, bread, and fruit, and then we set off. At Molokini Island, we snorkeled in the beautiful sea, and during the transfer to a spot where we could see turtles, lunch was served. We had the choice of a hamburger or a hot dog. We were able to see turtles as well, and we were very satisfied.

60代の夫婦2人で参加しました。
日本人スタッフのタカコさんが親切に教えてくださったので不安なことはありませんでした。乗船するとジュースとパン、フルーツが配られて、出発です。モロキニ島ではきれいな海でシュノーケル、その後亀が見られるスポットに移動する間に昼食が配られます。ハンバーガーかホットドッグのチョイスでした。亀も見ることができ、大満足でした。

Compared to the scale of various aquariums in Japan recently, it was quite compact. If you are proficient in English, you might be able to read the explanatory texts, but having a Japanese audio tour or QR codes for Japanese explanations could make it more enjoyable.

最近の日本に有るあちこちの水族館の規模に比べると、かなりコンパクトでした。
英語に堪能であれば解説文も読めるでしょうが、日本語オーディオツアーとかQRコードで日本語解説とかが有れば楽しいかも？

Clyde was a perfect host for our Lanai Island Tour. Very considerate and tried to pull everyone in on the conversation. It was great to have the tour given by someone who lives on the island and provided us a lot of background on what it's like to live there. The island was a complete surprise as to its landscape.

I was able to see many whales. The light meal (cinnamon roll, fruit, and one drink included) was also delicious.

たくさんのクジラに会えました。
軽食（シナモンロール、フルーツ、ワンドリンク付き）も美味しかったです。

Smooth sailing to Molokini, awesome snorkeling and bird watching and great mahi mahi tacos.

This charter exceeded all of our expectations! The entire crew was super helpful and welcoming. There was plenty of gear and fun activities for everyone. The kids loved the slide, I did the SNUBA experience and we even saw at least 100 dolphins on our way back. Would hands down do this charter again! Aloha from Minnesota

My son and I had a great time on Aloha blue charters in Maui! This was our first trip ona charter and it was a great trip. The captain Freddy and his fishing experts: Johanna and Duke were knowledgeable and helped us through the whole process.

The boat itself was very spacious to my surprise, offering plenty of shade! A fantastic way to spend the day on the water.

I had a great time with Takako and the crew, who were bright and friendly. Unfortunately, I didn't get to see the honu (some people did), but I was very satisfied. I was impressed by Takako's hospitality!

タカコさんをはじめクルーの皆さんが明るく親切でとても楽しかったです。残念ながらホヌには会えませんでしたが(見た方はいらっしゃいました)十分満足できました。タカコさんのホスピタリティに感動しました！

Wes a great trip. Didn’t catch anything big but had fun catching the little ones

The tour was supposed to include two snorkeling spots, but in reality, we only visited one, and we couldn't go to the spot where we could see turtles. The weather on the day was clear.

As for my experience snorkeling at Molokini Island, the sea was relatively beautiful, but there weren't many types of fish, and I couldn't help but compare it to Okinawa and other islands in Japan, which left me a bit disappointed.

However, the local staff were very accommodating, the food was delicious, and the unlimited drinks made the tour more reasonable than I expected.

I was able to figure out the parking location by looking at everyone's reviews. I think it would be helpful for the operating site to provide a bit more detailed information.

ツアー内容はシュノーケルスポットを2箇所まわるということでしたが、実際は１箇所のみで、カメの見れるスポットには行けませんでした。当日の天気は晴天でした。

モロキニ島でのシュノーケル体験での感想としては、海はそれなりに綺麗ですがあまり魚の種類もいなく、沖縄や日本の離島とどうしても比較してしまい少し期待外れでした。

しかし、現地スタッフの方の対応もよく、食事も美味しかったですし、お酒も飲み放題だったので思ったよりツアーとしてはリーズナブルだと思います。

駐車場の場所は、皆さんの口コミをみて把握できました。運営サイトとして、もう少し詳細を具体的にしてあげると良いのではないかと思います。

This tour was efficient, the ride out was smooth, and we got to see tons of ocean activity!!

Crew was great and friendly. Water was a little rough especially on the way back but we had a great time. Mahalo!

Very good pre-tour instructions and easy to receive the ferry tickets and tour voucher. The driver/guide was excellent, giving the small group choices on what to do. Love the places we visited and the stories told by the guide. Ample time to explore Lanai City before being driven to Hulopo'e Beach to explore - and close enough to walk back to the harbor to take the ferry back to Maui.

What a wonderful day we had! The captain
and crew were exceptional! They provided everything we needed for snorkeling and the how to’s, plus Island history. They provided a tasty breakfast sandwich on the way and then served us a delicious meal after snorkeling. The crew were amazing and friendly, providing exceptional service with pride and care. This is a must do!! 🌺

No exaggeration, we were treated like ROYALTY!! From the moment we arrived at check-in until we disembarked from the return ferry ride we experienced CONSTANT care and courtesy from the ferry crew and especially our trekker-drver/tour-guide Russ , who went to extraordinary lengths to ensure our comfort and enjoyment , always giving us plenty of time to explore and indulge at the many places we visited. He even surprised us by returning to the beach shortly before ferry departure time to offer us a ride over to the ferry dock, for which we gratefully accepted! To say that he went "above and beyond" would be an understatement.
And all the people we encountered in Lana'i City ( at cafe , gallery , stores ) were so friendly , kindly and hospitable towards us...we felt sincerely welcome , and thoroughly enjoyed our visit , and hope to return for a longer stay.
Our emphatic thanks to Russ ( he was there to greet us when we stepped off the ferry ) and the ferry crew , who were right on time and very professional , for helping us have a fabulous and very memorable visit to Lana'i !
Steve & Lorene B., Karen H. , Jonathan R.

RUSS was our guide and the day was exceptional! This was off the beaten path, and we learned so much about the island with the best guide ever. He's easy going, fun and flexible and makes sure everyone gets the tour that works for them. This exceeded our expectations and we recommend this highly!

we had a great time exploring the other island and the trip was fast and easy .

The Highlight of our Maui vacation, The crew was outstanding which made it even more fun our lunch was delicious ,I definitely will do it again.