Award-winning Dinner Cruise: Four Course Dining Experience
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Maui, USA
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy the ultimate Ma‘alaea premium dinner cruise with a 4-course meal served as the sun dips below the horizon. Sip on included Mai Tais or other beverages while soaking in incredible views of the Pacific, Lana‘i, and Moloka‘i. With only a select number of guests aboard, this cruise delivers an intimate, unforgettable evening.
- Relaxing diner cruise around Maui timed to sunset
- Includes four courses (no food for children 4 and under)
- Check-in time 45 minutes prior to departure
- Plenty of outdoor seating: Skip the crowded boat tours
What's Included
- Beverages
- Dinner4-course dinner/no food for children 4 and under.
- Check-in time 45 minutes prior to departure
- Local taxes
- Fuel surcharge
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off services are not available.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Harbor Shops & RestaurantsMaalaea, HI 96793, USA
In the shops area adjacent to the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium. Check-in 45 minutes prior to departure time
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.5:00 pm
Itinerary
Honoapiilani Highway (Pass By)
Molokini Crater (Pass By)
Lanai (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant meals not included
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please check in 45 minutes prior to your departure time
- Four dinner entree options are available for guests to select from (chicken, braised short rib, shrimp or Portobello mushroom). As well as any allergies no later than 24 hours prior to departure.
- Our vessels are CASHLESS for purchases. Only credit, debit or digital payment methods with a QR code will be accepted for on board purchases. Cash will graciously be accepted for gratuities only. Mahalo.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Sarah_R
Making reservations was easy. I emailed about parking and they were very responsive. The check in was easy. The walk to the boat was a bit long, but ok. The food was elegant. The servers/crew were extremely kind and helpful. The views were great. We sat on top. The captain was funny. Overall it was a nice time and I highly recommend it to anyone
Reviews
4.3
based on 392 reviews
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Gregorio_P, Jul 2026
OK...so for reals...
THE GOOD:
Crew was awesome, friendly, funny, appropriately dressed and helpful. The vessel was in good shape, safe and large for groups. The food was very good...not great/stellar, but very good, we all had the Braised Rib...I saw other plates...they did NOT look great...so get the Rib! It was filling. The watermelon salad was like a caprese style salad with tomato, feta cheese and balsamic...so if you're a fan of Caprese with their twist...you'll like this one...don't wear white...lots of dark colored food! The brownie dessert was simple, nothing to write about...or have again. Sights were great and the sunset was as it should be! Everyone was casual, don't worry about coming nice if you don't have the gear...shorts and thongs are just fine!
THE BAD:
- ADA may have a tough time if you're larger or can't be mobile...just as most vessels.
- Four Courses -- unless they count the bread/butter as the 1st course, this is a 3-course dinner; NOT 4
- They had NO Whisk(e)y/Bourbon at all! Big NO-NO! Only Tequila, Rum, Gin and maybe another option...this WILL impact my future group/charter bookings!
- They did NOT pass by Molokini Crater OR Lanai as ADVERTISED...and when I asked the staff/Captain about this, they laughed it off as being too far. We booked this sunset dinner cruise specifically since it stated we were PASSING by those two and we had not seen it on our trip...we only went a few miles outside the harbor...so BIG disappointment and a lot of let down from the beginning after the Bourbon/Whiskey issue.
- Crew was pushy about gratuity. Good servers should NEVER ask for gratuity and be more low key about it. This devalues the luxury experience. Good travelers know to tip. Seller should add this in their description about "suggested gratuities" or simply add it the price in if they are not seeing it from travelers.
- Weather was VERY windy, but not really in the control of the Captain, but still could have been planned ahead!
- Photographer on board is expensive! Take your own photos or be prepared to spend $50-$150 for digital package!
- Dessert was not good...they need work on this.
- The other plates (shrimp mainly) looked really bare...maybe a handful of shrimp...you'd need more on a plate for sure! They need to fix this 100% very quickly! Get the braised rib!
- This is ALL outdoor in an open-air deck...nothing is inside, your hair WILL get messed up. You will NOT have a way to sit inside with some shelter...so plan ahead!
- No music, all others offered music!
- Things may fly around and away, they need to find a way for HEAVY plates and dining equipment as this caused some issues and we spent time just trying to hold stuff down.
My review of 3-stars is mainly for the OPERATOR of the company, not the actual staff. They MUST do better and elevate or provide better quality beverage options, better servings, more flavor and better desserts...on top of DELIVERING on the promises advertised for a premium price above 90% of the other operators.
I MAY come back with my groups/charters...but NOT until they fix the issues that they heavily advertised and then dropped the ball on...or simply didn't even try to execute. This was a $90-$115 ticket...not worth the $170+/pp (adults) we paid. We expected a premium product and were given a "Carnival" experience.
For now...I would NOT recommend this tour at this price point, with the failure to deliver as advertised; and the mediocre food execution. It has a LOT of potential, but the Operator is nowhere near the staff's service acumen...which is unusually ironic. The staff deserve better in this particular situation as they are 95%+ on their game...but the Operator is maybe 50% at best. If they can retain the staff and the Operator can improve their deliverables...this could easily be worth the price point, but as it stands today...no dice. My clients would be asking for refunds!!
Brian_K, Jul 2026
Food was good and staff took good care of us. It was great to share a sunset dinner with my wife on our honeymoon.
Jessica_L, Jul 2026
Great last minute sunset cruise option for us! Beautiful views and weather. Food was great! The service by Marisa was exceptional!!
Christian_R, Jul 2026
It is very windy, VERY windy. The food was decent and the overall experience was worth it as a once in a lifetime event. The sunset was amazing and views were spectacular.
The servers were a bit confused on the table assignments so our drinks were late and we had to ask a few times who our server was so we could actually get drinks. They did a good job serving while managing high winds and rocky waters.
Overall I would recommend it if you enjoy being on the water.
Susannah_M, Jun 2026
Staff was very friendly, food was good and it was a beautiful and relaxing experience. They made it very easy.
Jeff_F, Jun 2026
Super friendly staff, seriously excellent food (had the shrimp and the sauce was plate-licking good (no… I didn’t lick the plate but thought about it…), and absolutely stunning views. Listen…. I get some pretty good motion sickness and was concerned a little. I did take one Dramamine, but almost feel like it wasn’t needed (but would still take again “just in case”). The entire trip was literally smooth sailing. Everyone had a smile and the Captain had a good sense of humour. Did I say stunning views?…. 10/10… 5🌟…. 👍👍👍. 100% recommend.
Laura_S, Jun 2026
They make you check in 45 minutes before your time. They arrive 10 minutes before.
This isn’t a 4 course meal unless you count hawaiian rolls like 1.
Drinks are very bad and only 2 per person!
Very pushy with tipping.
Overpriced !
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Aloha Laura,
Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your disappointing experience on your sunset dinner cruise. I am very sorry to hear that you were disappointed in the experience and would be happy to offer you a partial refund as a result.
We always want our guests to have an amazing time and feel that they received fair value, but make every effort to make it right when a customer feels that wasn't the case. You may reach out to me directly at johngaskns@pacwhale.com.
alena_e, Jun 2026
Absolutely amazing experience. The service of the staff was top tier and their timing was great also! The sunset was beautiful and overall it was just a perfect experience !
Allison_W, Jun 2026
We actually didn’t do the dinner cruise but instead did the sunset sail with drinks & appetizers with Pac Whale. It was fantastic. Crew was so attentive-never did I have to wait for a drink. The food was delicious and plentiful. There was more than enough food to make a very nice meal. We did not eat before or after. They drove the boat in reverse so we could see the sunset all the way back to the dock. The only thing that would’ve made it better is a better playlist. Several songs were good but could’ve been better. Highly recommend and would totally do it again.
Emma_B, Jun 2026
Beautiful sunset with the green mountains and the shining sea. Good food and great serving staff! Not crowded and peaceful 🌺
Gregory_R, May 2026
Was a fun romantic experience with my wife. Would do it again. Beautiful views and very nice crew. Great time!
Steven_B, May 2026
Very easy, chill, smooth ride with extremely amazing food and drinks. Went to the crater and saw a beautiful monk seal resting.
Susan_K, May 2026
The communication is 5 stars.
The check-in is 5 stars.
The staff is 5 stars.
The crew is 5 stars.
The food is 1 star. .
So if you want to ride out to Molokini Crater at sunset and back, this is for you. However, be aware that it is not really dinner. My food was almost inedible. I didn’t complain. I tipped more than generously. It’s Hawaii. Things are expensive. But just be aware it may not be the dinner cruise you expected. It’s a lovely ride with lovely people who are working for a good cause which you are supporting with your ticket purchase.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback about your dinner cruise experience and your disappointment with the food. I have to say this is the first time I have heard such a description, so I am definitely interested in learning more and processing a refund. We want all of our guests to have an amazing experience with us, and our dinner cruise has been highly rated for many years, so learning more about your experience would be invaluable. Please feel free to contact me directly at. johngaskins@pacwhale.com.
Tara_W, May 2026
It was advertised for a four course meal. It was not. The appetizer was terrible. The entree was very good. Dessert was stale.
Overloaded with emails. Instructions were terrible.
Service excellent.
Response from Host, May 2026
Aloha Tara,
Thank you for coming out on our dinner cruise experience and providing your feedback about the experience. You were obviously disappointed is parts of the meal offering, but we do provide a four-course meal (appetizer, salad, entree, dessert).
We always want our guests to enjoy their experience with us and appreciate all direct feedback when that doesn't happen. If you would like to reach out to me directly at johngaskins@pacwhale.com, I would ne happy to provide you with a partial refund.
Sam_C, May 2026
Main course of dinner was one of the best things I have ever ate in my life. The drinks were amazing and crew was really good. We also caught a fantastic sunset. Overall definitely worth the experience.
Judith_M, May 2026
The boat does not Fill to capacity (on purpose) so that You can move around freely. It was most enjoyable. There were only about 30 people on our Cruise. The staff was very friendly and happy to engage in conversation. The dinner was excellent and the drinks kept coming . I would definitely do this cruise again.
Katherine_B, Dec 2025
Knowledgeable and friendly crew, yummy food, and a really cool experience! Seeing a whale that swam up to us was really amazing to see! I’ve seen Orcas and Gray Whales, and now I can add Humpback Whales to that list. Thank you to the crew for providing a great time! My only “complaint” would be the rain, but that can’t be helped and we were able to go inside to remain dry!
Joss_A, Nov 2025
Very nice dinner cruise, perfect weather, not choppy water,nice sunset and we got to see momma and baby whale.
Felecia_R, Nov 2025
I love that this was an adult dinning experience. The food was great and the staff was very friendly! We will definitely be rebooking this dinner.
Peg_B, Nov 2025
Food not good. Would be nice for people coming to Maui for first time to have someone point out what we were seeing. - islands around us. Service was good and very polite waiters
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for providing your feedback about your experience. I am sorry that you thought the food was poor and would have liked more information about what you were seeing. This feedback will be forwarded to our vessel operations and is extremely valuable as w always look to improve the customer experience.
We always want our guests to have an enjoyable experience and feel that they received good value for the cost. When that doesn't happen, we try to make it right. Please feel free to reach out to me directly at johngaskins@pacwhale.com. I would be happy to discuss a refund.
James_B, Oct 2025
Excellent food, excellent cocktails, excellent service, excellent staff. Poor weather conditions, but everyone made the most of it. Would recommend to everyone!
Matt_L, Oct 2025
Everything was great! Fantastic staff, food, and experience. Highly recommend for a peaceful, fun evening.
Moses_R, Sep 2025
This is one for the books! Great experience, from start to finish. The staff was great and Samantha made the experience even better!
Julie_S, Sep 2025
It's a nice sunset dinner cruise. Good service , friendly and the cost is towards a good charity fund.
Eric_E, Sep 2025
Relaxing and very easy. Just park and walk aboard. Then relax and enjoy the views. Crew was so attentive and accommodating.
Equilla_S, Sep 2025
It was far too windy for this dinner cruise. It truly was difficult to enjoy the meal or scenery. Would have cancelled but couldn't without loosing our money. Our hopes were with the windy weather the company would have canceled the dinner cruise.
Everyone was very nice and attentive and the food was good..
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for providing your feedback about your dinner cruise experience. I'm sorry to hear that Mother Nature made it a bit challenging to enjoy, although I am glad to hear that the service and food were good. Knowing that the conditions made it challenging to truly enjoy, I am happy to offer a partial refund for your experience. Please feel free to contact me directly at johngaskins@pacwhale.com. I look forward to hearing from you.
6sn5gjwdzh, Sep 2025
It was a beautiful boat ride. The food was delicious and everyone was excellent!! Could not have asked for a better dinner cruise
Lani_B, Aug 2025
This dinner cruise is absolutely beautiful and fun. The staff were so cool and the food was delicious. We would highly recommend this to anyone wanting a great night out.
hector_l, Aug 2025
The dinner cruise was great. The crew was very friendly and professional. The food was also excellent and the sunset was beautiful. We will do this again if we come to Maui.
Virginia_R, Aug 2025
Very windy but don’t worry. The captain was an expert. No danger, but very rough and windy! We loved it but it might not be for those who get motion sickness. The dinner and cocktails were top notch.
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