We've sailed with Sea Maui 8 or 9 times on their Sunset Dinner, Sunset Cocktail and Whale watching…read morecruises. For us, we prefer the Sunset Cocktail cruise as it's the perfect amount of food and drinks. This last trip, we took the whole family for the express snorkel trip. It's a shorter trip, which worked perfectly for the younger kids and didn't tie up a big amount of island time. Captain Nick and his crew was all about making sure all had a great time while keeping safety at the top of mind. They guaranteed we'd see turtles... we did! Immediately. I accused them of being remote controlled because they were there right on cue! I'm not a big snorkel guy, but I had a blast. We'll keep returning to Sea Maui. Greatest crew on Maui !!

On our vacation to Maui last week, we took trips out to the sea with Sea Maui twice. Our first trip…read moreout was an adults-only family excursion while the kids hung out with their grandma and auntie. The catamaran was pretty sweet, with some really comfy bean bags overlooking the edge out to the ocean. While we did occasionally get splashed in this area, it was worth the unobstructed view of the sunset and the breeze in my hair. The crew was especially sweet and treated all of us like absolute royalty. A note to those who are prone to motion sickness: do not try to be brave and only wear sea bands thinking you'll be okay. Take your Dramamine an hour before you board the catamaran. While the first half of our dinner cruise was fine with my motion sickness, the second half of the trip left me feeling really queasy around dinner service time. This made me very sad. This was no fault of the crew, and 100% my fault for thinking I could tough it out. If you are ill-prepared, the crew has ginger ale, club soda and ginger chews to help. Speaking of dinner, the few bites I was able to eat on our first trip were fantastic: a full dinner buffet prepared by Cafe Jai. The salmon was perfectly tender, as was the short rib. The caesar salad was just the right amount of tangy (and the extra dressing was really great on the salmon as well.) I'm not sure what kind of sauce was on the crispy seasoned potatoes but they were absolutely delightful. And of course, the crown on top of a delicious meal was the mini brownie cup we were served for dessert before we wrapped up the trip. Our second trip (where I was prepared with some Dramamine) was a memorial for our grandparents, where we released their cremains at sea with eco-urns. I must say that the crew handled everything wonderfully. We had the full bar, another beautiful buffet spread including some delicious crispy chicken, a pesto pasta salad, pulled beef sliders, and rolls. After we said our emotional goodbyes, we were given rose petals to release into the ocean. We even received certificates after the trip that gave us the coordinates of where my grandparents cremains were released. I seriously cannot thank Sea Maui enough for giving my family a truly memorable experience on our trip to Maui. They made our trip so special. A million thanks for the kindness!

We did the Lanai snorkeling and dolphin watching tour and it was AMAZING! They were actually able…read moreto park the boat in the middle of a pod of spinner dolphins. They just played around the boat. It was highlight of our trip to Maui! Casey and Captain Jill were so great. They knew so much about the area and the wildlife. And it is obvious they care about this beautiful place and enjoy showing it off. We enjoyed this tour so much and would HIGHLY recommend it!

I had never been on a whale watching tour before…read more Being here while the humpback whales were chilling in Maui was an experience I'll never forget. Finding the spot initially was a little confusing, we were the last ones to show up! You are given a number based on when you arrive and you choose a seat on the boat. There is a captain and a naturalist on board who talks about the whales. If you're sitting in the back of the boat, you really can't hear what's being said so sit at the front or in the middle. We circled around and got to see a baby whale breech the water! Such magnificent animals. When a microphone was lowered in the water, we could hear the whales "singing." Did you know it's only the males that do this? The time goes by reallllly fast, so just enjoy being out there.

What an adventure! We couldn't be happier with our experience on Trilogy IV. Captain Zech, Kanani &…read moreKenzie were just fun to talk with and took phenomenal care of us. I would 100% recommend taking this trip while you are in Maui. It is an experience you will never forget. We started to trip with cinnamon rolls and they provided really great gluten free muffin for me. Then made sure to always provide GF food options for me throughout the day. Snorkeling was fun and accessible because they had prescription masks available, which is a must if you cannot/do not wear contacts and want actually see the ocean life. We had a plenty of time to float and observe the fish. Lunch was delish and they prepared some tasty gluten free noodles JUST for me. On the way back, one of our daughters helped hoist the sail and we were able to catch the wind of a bit. We also had the good fortune of observing a pod of Hawaiian spinner dolphins on the way to and back from Lana'i. Book this trip! It is SO worth it!!!

Wow! What an incredible experience with the Trilogy team! Captain Carrie and her crew of Kevin, Bex…read moreand Morgan went above and beyond during our snorkeling trip! We started off the morning with homemade cinnamon roles and POG juice - so delicious! We went snorkeling at Honolua Bay and it was absolutely incredible. We saw beautiful coral, colorful fish and even sea turtles!! I had to squeeze my husband's hand because it was so magical!! After snorkeling, we ate lunch consisting of teriyaki chicken, rice, and salad! We were stuffed and the crew came around asking if anyone wanted seconds. On our sail home, we got the special 4th of July drink (since it was 4th of July, of course) which was a twist on their margarita. We had 2 glasses and then they served ice cream for dessert. Overall it was an incredible experience and I would recommend them to anyone staying in Maui! Our crew was super friendly, knowledge and made sure we got everything we needed. Thank you Trilogy team for making our snorkeling experience unforgettable!!

Had a great time from the beginning until the end. The whole crew was amazing and kind, best time…read moreof my life.

Excellent day! We had the best experience whale watching and snorkeling. The entire crew was the…read morebest..seriously one big family that gives you a warm and welcoming feeling. We saw so many whales and snorkeled with the turtles. They were all so helpful and so well informed about Maui and the sea life. Nice to enjoy some delicious cocktails and food as well. Definitely recommend Gemini to others!

Did the 4.5 hr snorkeling & lunch tour yesterday and had an amazing time. Shasta and Makiya took…read moregreat care of our family of 5! Shasta got in the water with the group at both stops and if you stayed with her, she told you about local ocean life and did a little show and tell. It was super informative! While it was the end of whale season, we did luck out and see a momma and baby whale. It was incredible! Snorkeled along side sea turtles and a million fish. I highly recommend this small group tour!! All gear was provided and the boat was very thoughtfully laid out. 10 stars!

Highly recommend you take a whale watch with this small company. The staff is very skilled in…read moresafety and getting less athletic folks onto and off the tender and then onto the boat. They are well educated about whales and happily answer questions. The captain maneuvers the boat so the sun is at your back for photos and comfort in viewing. You are closer to the water surface so you get a better feel of the water.

We booked last minute, but are so glad we decided to do it! The crew (Levi and Allison) were…read morefantastic - very knowledgeable, made it really fun and light with jokes, and were kind in letting us move around to see an up close encounter. We have recommended them to others and will book with them again if we come back during whale watching season.

January 18, 2026 - we had such a good time on January 13 that we booked again, yes, twice within a…read moreweek. This time we were with Kersten and Travis and they also were knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic. Unbelievably, this time we saw groups of male whales, competing for eight female or females. There were no less than seven whales swimming in a huge circle around our boat. It was truly an amazing experience as they were within 10 feet and you could hear them exhale and smell them as well. The boat was unbelievably smooth and stable.

This is the only snorkel trip we'll take in Maui. Everything is professionally done from start to…read moreend. We did the Molokini - turtle arches trip and it was great. On our way out saw a group of 3 whales and the boat stopped to enjoy the 10 minute display they put on for us all around the boat. The service on this boat was 5 star. Awesome crew that explained everything and also were great hospitality on the cruise serving food and drinks and helping out. It is the best value you can get on any of the charters. Would highly recommend. It is about a 5-6 hour charter and worth every penny If you want to get out on the water when in Maui. Aloha!

Best way to view south Maui via a dinner cruise. Same time supporting these groups that educate the…read morepassengers on the sea creatures.. turtles, types of fish, dolphins and do forth. Yipping is not mandatory but highly suggested.

Fabulous charter on Boston Whaler 350 Realm. Boat was modern and extremely well maintained and…read moreperfect set up for day trip snorkeling, fishing and/or sightseeing. Captain and first mate couldn't have been nicer, and were very professional and accommodating. Heartily recommend.

Out family had a great experience with Ali Nui Sailing Charters! Bre and Alec were amazing to us…read more We learned so much about Maui and the waters around the island. Thanks for a 5 star experience and a family memory we will always have.

This tour was AWESOME SAUCE! Loved the crew, gave us a fabulous experience! Saw so many creatures,…read moreeven stayed late to let us see more dolphins!

Fantastic first class experience!!! So great on a smaller boat, saw soooo many whales!! Great job…read morecaptain H and Bree! Yay for an amazing experience and awesome staff!! We saw lots of whales!!! (From my eleven year old)

We had such an amazing experience with Maui Ocean Adventures from start to finish. We went this…read morepast week, and Captain Shannon and Alison were absolutely fantastic guides. Not only did we see 5+ whales, but we were also thrilled to spot a pod of 12+ dolphins--such an unforgettable surprise! Shannon and Alison made the trip extra special with their fun personalities, deep knowledge, and genuine passion for marine life. It was clear they truly care about the ocean and treat the animals with the utmost respect, which made the experience even more meaningful. I would highly recommend Maui Ocean Adventures to anyone looking for a memorable and responsible whale watching experience. Plus, it's a wonderful bonus to support a woman-owned business

This crew and boat are simply the best. Their kindness and attention to detail made our ride…read moreamazing. We brought 15 people on the boat Capt Shannon and Alison took such great care of us. Part 2. We took another whale watching Sunday with 16 people. This time Mindy and Capt James found the whales! We lost count! It was amazing. Both crews are professional, completely respect the whales and the ocean. You will be so glad if you book them!