Sunset Luau Cruise

Sunset Cruise Online Price

Price includes freshly prepared food & open bar

Rates may differ during peak seasons (i.e., summer months, holidays, etc.). Please check your booking price before confirming a reservation.

Adult

^$138

(save $41)

Regular $179
Child

6 - 12

^$108

(save $71)

Regular $179
Infants

5 years & under

Free

Tour Features
Itinerary
What to bring
Food & Drinks
Directions

Luau Polynesian Dance
Service & Crew Impeccable Service & Expert Crew
Delicious Food Delectable Sunset Dinner
Open bar Fully Stocked Open Bar with Microbrew Beers, Liquor, Wine & Mai Tais

Destination Maui’s Majestic Coastline
Where to board Maalaea Harbor North Dock (Left of USCG) Directions to Maalaea Harbor
Boarding / check-in Tues, Thurs, Sat: 4:30 pm
Trip duration Tue, Thu, Sat: 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Gear
ID Card

Gear

Camera
Sunglasses
Reef-Safe Sunscreen Only
Mask
Hand sanitizer

ID Card

Picture ID required to consume alcoholic beverages

Food
Open Bar

Food

Island Fruit Display & Assorted Cheeses w/ Artisan Crackers
Stir Fry Vegetables
Coconut Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Island Style Baby Back Ribs
Shoyu Chicken
Assorted Tropical Desserts

Open Bar

Micro-brewed Beer
Juices
Napa and Central Valley Wines
Filtered Water
Tropical Cocktails
Soda

Our Open Bar includes micro-brewed beer from local favorite Maui Brewing Company (Bikini Blonde Lager, Big Swell IPA) on tap, Napa and Central Valley red and white wines, tropical cocktails featuring hand-crafted spirits, juices, filtered water, and soda.

Open Bar
Bar service
Pineapple and Strawberries
Cheese and Crackers
Cheese and Crackers

Take Hwy 30 (Honoapi’ilani Hwy) & keep going straight until you reach the main intersection for the Maui Ocean Center. Turn left at the lights and drive into the harbor.

by car 12 min (7.0 mil)

by bus (nr. 20) 28 min (7.0 mil)

by bike 33 min (7.0 mil)

Maui sunset cruise

Watch the Maui Sunset while enjoying fresh food, open bar, and a luau!

For a one-of-a-kind Maui Sunset Cruise and luau dinner party aboard Pride of Maui, the most spacious and stable catamaran on Maui. Unlike the other boats, our food is freshly prepared. It is fresh, delicious and there’s plenty of it, so bring your appetite.

Relax with Aloha in a casual luau party atmosphere while taking in spectacular views of Maui’s best whale watching. Your expert bartenders will craft everything from martinis to margaritas, and the Polynesian dancers will put on an incredibly fun and interactive performance.

Whale watching during whale season December through March.

What you can expect

Polynesian Dancers

Hula dancers telling a story through mesmerizing movements
Delicious food

Our freshly prepared luau feast offers something for everyone
Open bar

Open bar with microbrew beers, blended drinks & cocktails
TWO HOURS AT SEA

A fun, laid back experience like no other
STUNNING VIEWS

360° panoramic view of Maui coastline & Mt. Haleakala
ATTENTIVE CREW

We go above and beyond to make sure your experience is the best
Whale Watching

Incredible whale watching views from December-March every year

Maui sunset cruise

Freshly prepared food

Assorted Cheeses w/ Artisan Crackers
Rather than being served pre-cooked food that’s been sitting under warmers and feeling confined to your seat, guests aboard the Pride of Maui have the unique freedom to move throughout and mingle while enjoying a variety of freshly prepared, premium chef-inspired dishes.

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Island Style Baby Back Ribs
Shoyu Chicken
Coconut Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Stir Fry Vegetables
Assorted Tropical Desserts
Our guests will also have the mouth-watering options of delicious island-style baby back ribs and shoyu chicken.
Make sure to save room for our delicious tropical desserts!

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Our focus is on your experience. So we’re proud to offer some vegetarian and vegan food options.
Assorted Cheeses w/ Artisan Crackers
Stir Fry Vegetables
Coconut Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Assorted Tropical Desserts
Island Fruit Display
If you have vegetarians or vegans in your party, please give us a call on our customer service line at 808.242.0955, at least 72 hours in advance. Mahalo!

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Stir Fry Vegetables
Coconut Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Maui Gold Pineapple Slaw
Island Fruit Display
If you have vegans in your party, please give us a call on our customer service line at 808.242.0955, at least 72 hours in advance. Mahalo!

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Open bar

Micro-brewed 
Maui Brewing Company local beersBikini Blonde
Big Swell IPA

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Trader Vics Silver Rum
Trader Vics Dark Rum
Bacardi Silver Rum
Rum Haven
Redemption Bourbon
New Amsterdam Gin
John Barr Whisky
Durango Tequila
Riazul Tequila
New Amsterdam Vodka
Michaels Celtic Irish Cream
Blue Curacao
Kahlua
Triple Sec

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2 red and 2 white wines including 

(Labels vary):Cabernet
Pinot Noir
Chardonnay
Pinot Gris

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Margaritas
Piña Coladas
Bloody Mary
Daiquiris
Mai Tais
Martinis

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Live entertainment

Polynesian dancers

Watching Polynesian dance is an absolute must when visiting Maui. You will be amazed by the poise of the Polynesian dancers, as their hips sway effortlessly in perfect unison to the mesmerizing pulse of the music. Their graceful hand gestures and gorgeous costumes make it impossible to take your eyes off them. Polynesian dance encompasses history by telling a story through movements that are full of grace and beauty.

To feel the spirit of Polynesian dance is beyond words. It is one of the most authentic expressions of aloha and the Polynesian culture. You and your family will not want to miss out on this fun and meaningful experience offered on our sunset cruise.

Maui sunset cruise

Why choose us?

Imagine the setting. Our guests enjoy a beautiful Maui sunset aboard Maui’s best Sunset Cruise. Cruising at a comfortable speed upon calm Pacific Ocean waters, all partake in a Hawaiian luau experience with dancing, entertainment, a chef-created dinner menu, and an open bar. See Maui’s gorgeous coastline, the West Maui Mountain range, Mt. Haleakala and the outer islands of Molokini, Lanai, and Molokai in the distance. All activities included in one price. Not only is our Maui Sunset Dinner & Luau Cruise an exceptional value, but it’s also one of the most excellent activities to partake in on the Valley Isle.
Known for its stability, Pride of Maui is the largest maxi-power catamaran on Maui, with plenty of room to comfortably move throughout during your Maui sunset luau cruise. Raise a toast as the sun slowly sets into the sea. You have the best seat on the ocean to take it all in. And for a limited time, you can save big on this incredible adventure!
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We are proud to offer a range of amenities that are sure to make your sunset cruise aboard the Pride of Maui an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime. Enjoy Polynesian dancers, an open bar, and freshly prepared cuisine all while reveling in the panoramic views of Maui’s one-of-a-kind sunset.

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Let the beautiful Maui Sunset and our unique amenities, expert crew and relaxed atmosphere make your vacation memory one you will not soon forget. Discover the perfect end to your day with a Maui sunset luau cruise aboard the one and only Pride of Maui.

Maui sunset cruise

Observation deck

Experience a spectacular Maui sunset on our sprawling observation deck with 360-degree unobstructed views of the coast and Mt. Haleakala.

With over 2500 ft. of open deck space, you’ll enjoy plenty of room to roam while observing the incredible beauty of the ocean and the sunset.

Questions about the tour?

Will there be Polynesian dancers?

Yes, our Sunset Dinner & Luau Cruise wouldn’t be complete without our fabulous Polynesian dance show for every day the tour operates!

Do you offer transportation to the harbor for the Sunset Dinner & Luau Cruise?

We do offer transportation for our Sunset Dinner & Luau Cruise. Please visit our transportation page for more information.

What time is check-in for the Sunset Dinner Luau Cruise?

Check-in for the Sunset Dinner & Luau Cruise is 5:00 p.m.

How long does the Sunset Dinner & Luau Cruise trip last?

The Sunset Dinner & Luau Cruise is 2 hours. Departure is at 5:30 p.m. and we arrive back at Maalaea Harbor at 7:30 p.m. It currently operates Tues, Thurs, Fri, and Sat.

Do you serve vegetarian food on the Sunset Dinner & Luau Cruise?

If you have vegetarians or vegans in your party, please give us a call on our customer service line at 808.242.0955, at least 72 hours in advance. Mahalo!

What do you serve for dinner on the Sunset Luau Cruise?

Our Sunset Luau Cruise cuisine is superb. For appetizers, enjoy assorted cheeses with artisanal crackers and Maui onion tartlets. For dinner, savor island-style baby back ribs, shoyu chicken, coconut roasted sweet potatoes, stir-fry vegetables, Maui gold pineapple slaw, assorted tropical desserts, and taro rolls. *If you have vegetarians or vegans in your party, please give us a call on our customer service line at 808.242.0955, at least 72 hours in advance. Mahalo!

Will I become sea sick?

At 65 feet in length and a beam (width) over 30 feet, our very large (Maui’s largest), multi-hulled maxi-power catamaran offers unsurpassed stability and comfort. Very few of our guests become ill, even those prone to motion sickness. If you are in doubt, there are products available over the counter at our local Longs Drug stores to ease your mind. Just ask the pharmacist for one of many preventative options. If you are susceptible to motion sickness, Pride of Maui is positively the right vessel for you! She is famous for her fantastic stability.

Do you cancel during bad weather for the Sunset Dinner Luau Cruise?

The weather here is referred to as “micro-climates.” It can be raining hard where you are, yet sunny and calm at the harbor and our destinations. The weather forecast comes out of Honolulu and is frequently inaccurate for Maui. We have frequent passing showers that turn to clear skies in short order. With more than 30 years in the business, we are your best resource for the weather. Our Captains are seasoned veterans with extensive local knowledge. If we have not called you, please show up at the harbor with expectations to go out, even if it is raining or windy. If the conditions are unsafe to operate, you will be given the option to reschedule or cancel with a full refund. All of our destinations are weather permitting. We will take you where the conditions are the best overall, for a safe and enjoyable experience. Pride of Maui is the largest power catamaran on Maui.

Can we come aboard if pregnant?

We accommodate pregnant guests regularly. Please ask your doctor if it is safe for you to be on a boat during your pregnancy. Our vessels are large and stable, although each pregnancy is different and your doctor knows you best.

Can we bring a stroller on board?

Absolutely, they make a convenient base to operate out of for families with toddlers and infants. The Pride of Maui is very spacious, easily accommodating strollers.

Will we need money on the boat?

A little cash ($20-$40) on-hand is a good idea.

Do you have lockers on board?

We have storage below the outer perimeter bench seats. Many of our guests bring a backpack or soft bag to keep their personal items in. There are up to 9 crew on the boat daily and in the 30 plus years we have been operating, none of our guests have reported a loss.

What should we bring?

Payment methods such as credit card, cash or traveler’s checks.

Is there parking at the harbor and how much does it cost?

The parking is operated by Diamond Parking Services. The lot closest to our slip has a machine that only takes cash (No change is given). You can also pay by credit card by phone by dialing in or using a QR code. The cost of parking is $3.

How do we find your location?

The address to key into your GPS is 100 Maalaea Road, Maalaea, Maui, Hawaii. We are located in the central part of the island, off Highway 30. The entrance to Maalaea Harbor is below the Maui Ocean Center. Once you enter Maalaea Harbor, proceed to the ocean side of the harbor (opposite the Coast Guard station), to the public loading dock, where we check you in.