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.

THE BEST THING WE DID ON MAUI!!!…read more We did the Ma'alaea Sunset Cruise with Captain Zach, Catherine, and Becca. The crew was so kind and so attentive. And the food was GREAT! We did the appetizer cruise and it was definitely enough food to be full. The drinks were great and the crew made sure our cups were never empty. The sunset was absolutely beautiful. We would absolutely do it again. They even have a photographer, so we ended up buying a picture from them (although $40 seems a little overpriced for one photo). If you are looking for a romantic (or just fun thing to do) on Maui, you have to check this out!

My wife and I booked the voyage as our 22 year anniversary and it did not disappoint…read more The entire tour (Lahaina to Lanai) was spectacular. Captain Riley explained much of what the islands in the past (before Captain Cook) and to today. The boat (Trilogy VI) was brand new and beautiful. When we arrived on Lana'i we went to a beautiful white sand beach with great snorkeling, and a hike to see some amazing views. The food...! It almost never stopped with breakfast, a big and delicious lunch. Got back on the boat and saw dolphins, flying fish, and other tropical sea life. The crew were amazing from start to finish. Friendly, helpful, and great crew members. The photographer was friendly and knowledgeable about the best shots. They provide the photos electronically via a very reasonable $85 (nice as a keep sake of the photos of the two of us that the photographer placed us in.) Cannot recommend Trilogy enough. They've been around since 1973 and really have it figured out. Our 18 year old son loved it too. It's great for any age.

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!

Great snorkeling experience! The guides were very friendly and interactive- answering any questions…read moreand pointing out marine life. They also provided plentiful great snacks as well as lunch! Highly recommended!

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.

We booked a private snorkeling afternoon for our family and had an amazing time!! Travis & Dustin…read moreare truly the best! Can't recommend enough.

Mahalo for such an incredible experience out on the water! From start to finish, everything…read moreexceeded our expectations. The captain and crew were not only extremely knowledgeable about the boat, the island, and the sea life, but they also made the entire trip feel personal and welcoming. You can truly tell it's a tight-knit team--the same crew providing full service with food and drinks throughout made it feel seamless and special. Their attention to detail and genuine care really captured the spirit of aloha. It was an unforgettable part of our Maui adventure, and we're so grateful we got to experience it. Highly recommend to anyone looking for something truly memorable on the island. Mahalo again for such an amazing day!

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!