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All Reviews for Maalaea in Maui

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861 reviews

Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

10 out of 10!

Reviewed by: Kara, 2024/04/25

Premium is for certain, food was above expectations, and the views throughout the evening were unbeatable.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2024/02/10
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Maui Private Boat Charter Cruise from Maalaea Harbor - Aloha Blue Charters

Great team!

Reviewed by: Sheets family , 2024/04/19

All communications were clear and team was very helpful! Great guides! Beautiful views! Several whale sitings!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2024/04/17
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Guided Maui Snorkeling Tour to Olowalu with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Solo snorkel in Maui

Reviewed by: Bebe, 2024/04/09

I was nervous about taking this tour since I’ve never snorkeled before and can barely swim. But I figured if nothing else, I could just enjoy the boat ride. Well, not only did I enjoy the boat ride, which was lovely, but ALSO. One of the crew members talked me into putting on a snorkeling mask and “just looking” into the water...OMG! I’m so glad I did. There were so many sea turtles and fish...it was amazing, truly life-changing. I can’t wait to go snorkeling again!! Oh, and also, the food was fantastic. Go on this tour!!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
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Maui Ocean Center General Admission Ticket - Visit The Best Aquarium in Hawaii

Fun and Informative experience

Reviewed by: PatO, 2024/04/06

Beautiful setting for a Maui experience! A chance to see all of those native Hawaiian creatures you might have not seen on a snorkeling adventure. Nicely positioned in the Maalaea Harbor which includes shopping and dining experiences and is the departure point of many of Maui's tours.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2024/03/15
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Calypso Sunset Dinner Cruise with Cocktails & Island Music from Maalaea Harbor

gorgeous evening

Reviewed by: Kara, 2024/04/01

we celebrated our anniversary on this gorgeous evening, sunset was spectacular and we even got to see whales!

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Thank you for your feedback!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/12/25
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Guided Maui Snorkeling Tour to Olowalu with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Wow!

Reviewed by: Sara & Petey, 2024/03/28

What an amazing adventure. From the moment we set sail it was one delight after another. The ocean was a little bit rough at first, but they distracted us with these AMAZING cinnamon rolls (please give me the recipe!!) for breakfast. The crew were SOOO nice. When we got to Olowalu, they gave us all snorkeling equipment and showed us how to use them. It was weird at first, but so worth it! There were so many tropical fish it was like a postcard! We saw a bunch of sea turtles and even a manta ray! Nature is so beautiful, and I’m so glad I got to see it on this tour.

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Attended as: Couples
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Guided Maui Snorkeling Tour to Olowalu with Breakfast, Lunch & Drinks - Trilogy

Weekend fun in the sun~

Reviewed by: Lily B., 2024/03/25

Loved this trip. A bit on the expensive side but worth every penny. Food was delicious, especially breakfast. Water was clear and warm. We saw an “underwater cleaning station” where turtles go to get “cleaned” by other fish. The crew was attentive, encouraging and helpful. I have snorkeled before, but some of the other passengers had not, so they got lots of help. Definitely recommend this tour.

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Attended as: Friends
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Sunset Whale Watch Tour & Thrilling Ocean Raft Adventure - Koa Kai [Dec - Apr]

Incredible experience!

Reviewed by: Jana, 2024/03/23

We had an amazing experience on the sunset raft whale watching excursion. Our guides, Luke and Nick, were superb and told us so many facts about the whales. They were attentive to both my teenagers and my 9 year old, providing them with snacks and drinks and making sure that they had a great experience. We saw whales breaching and babies swimming close to the raft. It was the highlight of our trip.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2024/03/20
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Small-Group & Private Maui Whale Watching Tour - Amore Boat Charter [Dec-Mar]

Expensive; I’ve had better whale watching tours elsewhere

Reviewed by: M.R, 2024/03/16

This company won’t stop pestering me to leave a review so here goes:
I’ve done a lot of whale watching tours on Maui. I only chose this one because the company we typically use cannot run tours on weekends/holidays anymore (change to use abilities at the Mala boat ramp). This was the only other small group tour I could find.
Pros:
- Small group so you aren’t fighting for space/visibility
- Able to use a GoPro in the water off the side of the boat
- $10 credit per person at the General Store (which wasn’t advertised in activity description)

Cons:
- Whale watching is better from Lahaina and not as good from Ma’alaea
- Boat doesn’t go very fast so you don’t get the opportunity to get as much action
- Staff were less experienced and didn’t have a lot of knowledge about the whales/whale behavior
- Much more expensive than other tours

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2024/02/19
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Trilogy Whale Watch Tour with Food & Drinks from Kaanapali & Maalaea [Dec-Apr]

Amazing Tour

Reviewed by: Maddy S, 2024/03/04

The tour guides were super funny and knowledgable making the tour insightful, fun and AWESOME!! I really appreciated the ability to move around the water and flexibility to follow the whales respectfully.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2024/02/10
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Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Delish and Gorgeous!!

Reviewed by: Kara, 2024/02/29

We did get to see whales, and it made our anniversary so special!!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/11/16
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Small-Group & Private Maui Whale Watching Tour - Amore Boat Charter [Dec-Mar]

The best whale watching ever!!

Reviewed by: CatandHat, 2024/02/11

We had the best time whale watching! Captain Paul, and Micah are wonderful!! Captain Paul, piloted us towards multiple whale pods, he and Micah pointed out the whales, showing us the females, calves, and escort male whales. We were given great information regarding their travels, rituals, and behaviors. It was truly an awesome experience!l We can’t wait to do it again!

They treated us with so much aloha spirit that they are the only ones we would want to go out with again!!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2024/02/09
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Maui Cocktail Sunset Sail with Premium Open Bar & Gourmet Appetizers - Trilogy

So good we booked another!

Reviewed by: Dave Luscombe , 2024/02/09

Fun, relaxing time. The crew were all so good and quick with a drink and a joke. We had such a great time we booked another four next week. Saw whales and a perfect sunset.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2024/02/06
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Snorkeling trip

Reviewed by: Doug Gruber, 2023/12/30

The snorkeling was very crowded. Can’t count the number of times I got hit in the head with one of their little glass bottom floating devises. Had to quit early because the waves were getting to big. Not their fault I know. The food wasn’t good and some of my family members had moldy buns. Did get to see some whales and turtles.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha,

Thank for your choosing the Four Winds.

I'm sorry you felt the snorkeling location was crowded; Christmas time is the busiest time of the year on Maui, as I'm sure you could tell by the plane ride over.

Our hot BBQ lunch is a staple on our vessel, I am so sorry to hear that this wasn't the case for you and your family. I will be sure to pass your comment on to our management team.

Aloha,
Nikki

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/12/28
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South Maui Whale Watching Cruise aboard Quicksilver Catamaran [Dec-Apr]

Whales Galore

Reviewed by: Charles Porter, 2023/12/30

We had mild expectations due to my wife's previous whale watching trip.
This visit exceeded our expectations. The captain was very informative and kept us on our toes with whale sightings. W e had a great time for our party of 5.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/12/23
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Premium Sunset Cruise with 4-Course Dinner, Cocktails & Seasonal Whale Watching

Super Fun!

Reviewed by: fun time friend, 2023/12/30

The weather we had was slightly less than perfect but we had an absolute blast with the crew, and we even got to see a few whales. All around a good time

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/12/28
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Maui Cocktail Sunset Sail with Premium Open Bar & Gourmet Appetizers - Trilogy

A perfect evening!

Reviewed by: Karen, 2023/11/25

Nick and his crew made the experience so much more than we expected. The cocktails we supreme and they ensured our glasses were never empty. The photographer did a fantastic job.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/11/22
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モロキニ島シュノーケリングクルーズ <朝・昼食付/現地集合>

ウミガメ&イルカ!

Reviewed by: よしみ, 2023/11/08

7時半集合でしたが、乗船&出港は8時頃だったでしょうか。
日本人スタッフのカナさんが、とてもきめ細やかに声をかけてくれて終始安心してツアーに参加できました。
風が強くてモロキニ島ではシュノーケル1時間の予定だったそうですが、30分程度で切り上げて次のコーラルガーデンのポイントへ移動。
モロキニ島周辺でイルカの群れに遭遇して感動(^_^)
コーラルガーデンは想像以上に珊瑚やお魚が多くて、ウミガメにも逢えました。
朝食サービス、昼食のランチ(ハンバーガー)も美味しかったです。

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/11/06
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Maui Ocean Center General Admission Ticket - Visit The Best Aquarium in Hawaii

3rd visit

Reviewed by: Calvin, 2023/11/05

The aquarium is nice,but I had to wait 15 minutes for a Supervisor came to verify my digital ticket.The perdon at the desk couldn't find it.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/11/03
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Maui Cocktail Sunset Sail with Premium Open Bar & Gourmet Appetizers - Trilogy

Gorgeous Sail

Reviewed by: Rebecca S, 2023/10/22

Crew and boat were amazing! Perfect relaxing evening sail with great appetizers and delicious cocktails. Captain had wonderful stories about the history of the area. Definitely recommend this trip for all!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/10/20
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Maui Romantic Sunset Dinner Sail Cruise with Open Bar - Trilogy Catamaran

Nice but do not sit in the back!!!

Reviewed by: Carla D., 2023/10/18

My party of four cruised on 10/13/23. The captain, crew and food were amazing and we were first on board and directed to our table in the back. The view was facing into the galley/bathrooms/dingy and not the beautiful ocean and sunset like the rest of the tables. Quickly realizing that our view was not what we paid for, we were blocked by the other guests boarding so we couldn’t pick a better table with an actual view. Unable to eat and watch the sunset so we got to watch the crew plating the food. The captain did say we didn’t have to stay in our seats and could walk around but when we did, we were standing in front of other guests’ tables and their view. Awkward and not the experience we had expected and paid for.

  • Our table view with the stairs heading down to the galley and bathroom.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/10/13
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Maui Cocktail Sunset Sail with Premium Open Bar & Gourmet Appetizers - Trilogy

Beautiful!

Reviewed by: Mary T, 2023/10/01

We took the Sunset Sail on the Trilogy I from Maalaea Harbor. The crew was fantastic. Captain Carrie is a wonderful human! We all felt very welcome & the crew couldn't have been more sweet. The drinks were flowing & the appetizers were tasty. If you're ever in Maui, make sure you take this sunset cruise. You will not regret it.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/09/29
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モロキニ島シュノーケリング&セーリングツアー グラスボトム完備で海中も楽しめる<午前/朝食付き/英語ガイド>

良いけど、最高って訳でもない

Reviewed by: 体験者, 2023/10/01

珊瑚礁が思っていたより小さかった。
ハワイ島のケアウホウ湾の縮小版って感じた。
グラスボトムは、結構傷があって写真ほど、綺麗には見えない。
食事やクルーの感じは、悪くはない。楽しめるよう気を使ってくれる。
駐車場は有料。料金はSECURITY という支払い場所でカード等で支払うか、ツアー受付にQRコードがあるので、それを使って支払う。
QRコードを使ったのだが、支払いがGoogle pay しかなく(見逃したかも)、たまたま残金があったからすぐに支払えた。
ただ、5から6時間(早く行くと12時まで6時間必要になる)を設定するのに手間取った。その他を選んで12時までの範囲を選択するだけだが、動きが悪く、苦労した。
で、最もダメだったのが、車のナンバーを入力しようとした際、全角文字入力になったが支払いできてしまったこと。下船したらレッカー移動されていた。
クルーに聞いても、SECURITY に連絡するように言われるだけ。SECURITY に連絡してもお昼過ぎじゃないと留守電になる。車はキヘイの廃車置き場に移動されるので、道のり8. 6mileもある。
なので、レッカー車が来たときに必死に頼み込んで、つれていってもらった。
半角文字での入力。とても大事。

Comments from activity operators

Aloha,

Maalaea Harbor parking is run by a company called Secure Parking Hawaii. I am very sorry to hear they towed your vehicle. We unfortunately have zero connection with their services... this is why our crew was unable to assist. The parking company also have a pay station at the harbor if you are unable to pay with your personal device. I wish there was a way we were able to assist guests with this, but it completely out of our control.

Mahalo,
Nikki

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/09/18
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Afternoon Maui Snorkel Cruise & Turtle Watching Tour with BBQ Lunch - Four Winds

Snorkeling

Reviewed by: Abraham, 2023/09/27

I got this tour with my 4 boys and my wife it was an amazing experience my kids loved it. staff was super friendly.

Comments from activity operators

Mahalo for the 5-stars! We hope to see you again.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/09/23
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モロキニ島シュノーケリングクルーズ モロキニクレーター&タートルタウン マウイ島主要エリアへの送迎オプションあり <朝食・昼食付き/英語ガイド/マアラエア港発>

モロキニ島シュノーケリング

Reviewed by: すばる, 2023/09/21

ツアー全体はとても楽しく、海からのマウイ島も迫力十分の景色でした。
しかしモロキニ島のサンゴ礁は思っていた印象より色が少なく地球温暖化の
影響が出ていると感じました。(少し残念!)

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/09/19
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Afternoon Maui Snorkel Cruise & Turtle Watching Tour with BBQ Lunch - Four Winds

Loved the waters

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/08/21

We really liked this tour as it got you away from Waikiki for the day!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for joining u on our Four Winds afternoon tour!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/07/18
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Deluxe Molokini Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & BBQ Lunch - Four Winds Maui

Beautiful setting, but the boat ride and crew left something to be desired.

Reviewed by: Anonymous, 2023/08/19

Loved Molokini, but the boat experience was just okay. The crew seemed short/curt and not very welcoming. There was one crew member that was absolutely wonderful, friendly, and inviting. It also felt like a heavy sales pitch once you boarded. Everything, from additional gear (wet suit), scuba, photos, all costs extra and it's not cheap. Food was just okay. Also, know that when you snorkel, they limit you to how far from the boat you can go. All that said, the water and natural beauty was incredible. I recommend it for that reason alone.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for choosing the Four Winds. Safety is always our top priority, so we do let our guests know what the safe parameters are, as far as the distance you can swim away from the boat. This is only to protect our guests and to make sure everyone is safe.

Mahalo!

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/07/26
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Afternoon Maui Snorkel Cruise & Turtle Watching Tour with BBQ Lunch - Four Winds

Loved everything about this tour

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/08/13

Really beautiful waters on Maui, crystal clear and we liked the afternoon time start!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for joinin us!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/06/20
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Maui Cocktail Sunset Sail with Premium Open Bar & Gourmet Appetizers - Trilogy

Amazing views, fun crew and great drinks!

Reviewed by: Annette , 2023/08/09

The crew on the cruise were super fun and made sure to engage with everyone. The cocktails were fantastic and were served quickly. The food was good, a plate of appetizers was served to each guest, so not a choice if there was something you didn't care for or wanted more of. The sunset was spectacular! I would absolutely do this cruise again.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/08/04
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モロキニ島シュノーケリングクルーズ <朝・昼食付/現地集合>

マウイ シュノーケル体験

Reviewed by: ユカ♡, 2023/08/09

シュノーケル自体は魚が数種類で、こんなものかなという感じでしたが、ボートの上のサービス(朝ごはん ランチ スタッフの応対など)はとてもよかったです。
シュノーケル後に寄港する際、アルコールもたくさん種類があってバカンス気分を味わえました。
ボートからの滑り台、大人もまじってはしゃげました!
日本人スタッフの方、細かな配慮に安心して参加できましたし、何より海外でがんばってらっしゃる日本人に、帰国後もがんばろうと思えました。
パブリックパーキングのシステムがよく分からず、6$を2回払ったのかな?その辺の説明がもっとわかるとよかったですが、自分の英語力のなさが原因ですね。
トータルで満足できたツアーでした。
丁寧なアテンドありがとうございました!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/08/07
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