At Maui Vacation Consultants, we want you to have the best time here in Maui. So we have selected the best companies for your island activities. Following is a list of tours and shows that we highly recommend. Please remember that during peak times of the year, many activities will sell out in advance. We suggest booking your activities at least 2 weeks prior to your arrival. We will be happy to make all the arrangements for you and will ensure you have your activity vouchers and tips for the tour.
Old Lahaina Luau is a very traditional luau located oceanfront in Lahaina. All of the dances are Hawaiian and tell a story of how hula has changed over the years. It is a great show. They have a choice of traditional mat seating on mats, cushions and low tables or regular table and chair seating. Open bar, 5 course plated dinner and a fresh flower lei.
**The property was relatively untouched by the fire. However, until the water is deemed clean, they will have to wait to reopen. Looking towards February 2024.**
The Drums of the Pacific Luau at the Hyatt Maui is a fun night of Polynesian Entertainment. This luau will take you to Hawaii, Samoa, Tonga and New Zealand in the different songs and dances. The finale is the amazing fire dancer. They have the open bar, dinner and dessert buffet, arts and crafts.
Standard seating is by table for 2 is $395. Add adult 13+ is $100. Add child 4-12 is $50. Children 0-3 are free
VIP seating is by table for 2 is $495. Add adult 13+ is $100. Add child 4-12 is $50. Children 0-3 are free
Helicopter Tours. Explore Maui by air, see spectacular waterfalls, fly high above Majestic Haleakala, and see the parts of Maui you can’t get to by car.
Hana & Haleakala 45 minute – FX Star is $239 per person. Whisper Star is $289 per person.
Circle Island Deluxe 65 minute – FX Star is $294 per person. Whisper Star is $350 per person.
Molokai Deluxe 60 minute – FX Star is $269 per person. Whisper Star is $325 per person.
There might be a surcharge for a comfort seat, depending on weight (~240 lbs) and height. With the increasing cost of fuel, there is a fuel charge per passenger of $50 – $80 in addition to the rates above. Also First Class front 2 seats are available at a higher cost.
Inter-Island Tours. I can arrange for inter island tours to visit Pearl Harbor to see the USS Arizona Memorial.
Or to the Big Island to view the world’s most active Volcano, Mt. Kilauea.
Let me know what island you want to visit and we can determine what tour will work best for you.
Snorkel Molokini, I highly suggest The Trilogy Discover Molokini Trip, it is a great trip. Departing Maalaea Harbor, 6:30 am – 1pm or 8am – 2pm.
Includes continental breakfast with Mom’s homemade cinnamon rolls and BBQ lunch on board. Snorkeling equipment & instruction included 2 snorkel spots, Molokini and captain’s choice.
Cost is $189.56 per adult 18+, Teens 13-17 are $172.74 each and Kids 2-12 are $127.87 each. Includes tax and fees.
For an adventurous snorkel trip, try Blue Water Rafting. This trip goes out in the Zodiac style rafts and heads south to the Kanaio Coast of Maui to the sea caves. Then back towards Kihei with a few stops for snorkeling. Many opportunities to see turtles and hopefully dolphins too. They provide all snorkel gear and instruction and a deli style lunch with beverages.
4 Hour Kanaio Coast is $149.46 for adults and $117.20 for kids. And the 5 1/2 hour Kanaio/Molokini trip is $181.72 for adults, $149.46 for kids. (not a trip for anyone with a bad neck or back or pregnant)
Snorkel Lanai, I recommend the Maui Adventure Cruises, on a hard-bottom inflatable raft. It is the largest of the rafts that can accommodate up to 48 passengers and has a restroom on board. They leave out of Lahaina Harbor. They offer a 1/2-day trip that includes continental breakfast, deli lunch, and 2 snorkel spots. The crew is a lot of fun.
**Sadly, they lost both of their rafts in the fire. However, they are in the process of purchasing new vessels and will keep us updated for future launch.**
The Trilogy Discover Lanai Trip is a full day adventure. Departing Lahaina Harbor, Monday through Friday 6:30 am and return back at 2:30pm. Includes continental breakfast with Mom’s homemade cinnamon rolls and BBQ lunch at the pavilion overlooking Manele Bay. Snorkeling equipment & instruction included, volleyball, Van tour of Lana’i’s old plantation town.
Cost is $279.30 per adult 18+, Teens 13 – 17 are $223.21 each, and Kids 2-12 are $145.82 each. Includes tax and fees.
They also offer a later sunset trip with dinner that departs Lahaina at 10am and arrives back at 6pm.
The Hula Girl Snorkel Trip departs from Kaanapali Beach at 9am and returns at 2pm. They motor up to Honolua Bay, which is a marine preserve and offers great snorkeling.
This catamaran is beautiful and comfortable, large cushions to lay on in the front of the boat, booth tables to eat at. And go up to the captain’s deck while they are sailing back to Kaanapali.
The Hula Girl has a Galley and chef on board to prepare meals. Ala Carte menu so food and beverage are not included, however they are available for purchase. After lunch, they hoist the sails and sail back to Kaanapali Beach.
Cost is $135.45 for adults and $119.33 for kids 12 and under. Scuba Diving is available for an extra charge.
The Hula Girl has a nice sunset sail that departs from Kaanapali Beach at 4pm and goes out for 2 hours. A bit more romantic as there are not so many people and it is a much more intimate setting. This trip will include whale watching too during whale season. Cost is $101.05 for adults + tax. Offered on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays.
Dinner cruise is offered 3 nights per week, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturdays. Cost is $115.02 per person + tax.
Food and beverage are ala-carte on both cruises and the menu ranges from $5 pupus to $20 main course.
Surf Lessons are popular for teens, but suitable for all ages. They offer 2-hour lessons and guarantee that you will learn to surf. After the lesson, you can stay and use their boards if available to practice.
Cost of the lesson is $95 + tax per person for semi-private lessons of 2 -12 persons from your family/group. Private lessons are $150 + tax per person. Lessons available in Lahaina and Kihei.
Horseback Riding, you really have to decide of whether you want to ride in the crater, the rainforest, to a waterfall, in a lava fields, or a pineapple field. No companies ride on the beach. Ironwood Ranch is located in Napili. Ride one of their many horses through the Ironwood Forest and pineapple fields. Enjoy the vista views of Molokai and Lanai, even a sunset ride. Small group of 2-4 person rates are $150 for 1 hour ride. $220 per person for 1.5 hour ride. Single person private ride is $195 for 1 hour ride. $285 per person for 1.5 hour ride.
Maui Off-Road Adventures, ATV adventure accommodates up to 4 persons in one ATV. Explore areas of West Maui only accessible to ATV’s or helicopters. Experience scenic views, bamboo forest runs, hills, river crossings, jungle canopies, and more! Exhilarating fun, prepare to get dirty!
Must have Driver’s license and be 18 to drive and must be at least 7 years old to be a passenger.
Driver + adult passenger is $393 + tax. Additional Adult passengers are $189 each + tax. Driver + child passenger is $353 + tax. Additional child passengers are $149 each + tax.
Kayak Tours, I recommend Kelii’s Kayak Tours. They offer West Maui and South Maui kayak snorkel tours. This is a real intimate way to snorkel and possible see dolphins and whales (in season).
All tours include guides, life jackets, snorkel gear, Kayaks, paddle equipment, dry bag, light snacks, water and soft drinks.
Must be age 5+ for these tours.
2.5 hour tours are $87.50 per person, single or tandem kayak.
Haleakala Van Tour: It is a full day trip with Valley Isle Excursions. they have 12 passenger tour vans to watch the sunrise on top of the crater, includes hotel pick up and continental breakfast before sunrise and full hot buffet breakfast after sunrise. Cost is $224.99 per adult + tax, kids 12 and under is $204.99 + tax. Senior rate is $214.99 + tax.
Hana Van Tour, I recommend Temptation Tours. They do a first class tour in a luxury Limo van. There are large captain’s chairs and it is a real spacious and comfortable van. A big cooler of drinks is kept in the back and the lunch is a beach side picnic on White tablecloths, excellent lunch with salad and a 1/2 smoked chicken, pasta salad and cookies for after. Also includes a continental breakfast. Lots of stops, you can swim in a waterfall pool. Cost for this trip is $280.92 including tax & fees.
Or if you want to venture all the way around the South end of the island, visit the Ohe’o Gulch area and the Tedeschi Winery, the tour with Valley Isle Excursions. Individual Captain Chairs in a 12 passenger Cruiser Van with Buffet style hot picnic lunch.
Adults are $224.99 + tax, Kids 12 and under are $204.99 + tax. Senior rate is $214.99 + tax. Private charters available.
If you don’t want to spend all day on the Road to Hana, Combine the van tour with a helicopter tour. You can fly to Hana and van out or van to Hana and fly out. Only a 5 hour day, cuts the drive time in half. Cost is approximately $482.19 per person includes tax and fuel surcharge.
Seasonal Activities
Whale Watch Tours, December 16 to May 15
For the whale watch, you can enjoy seeing whales from your snorkel boat, but if you feel like you need to see additional whales, then you can join a whale watch trip from $25 – $70 per person.
There are a variety of different boats to choose from, departing from Kaanapali, Lahaina and Maalaea Harbor.
Parasailing, May 16 to December 14 is done by the Kaanapali Area. I use is called UFO Parasailing. They can take up to 12 people out on the parasail boat at one time but normally limit it to 8 for comfort. Each person or group gets a flight between 7 & 14 minutes long. Short but it seems like a long time when you are sailing up there. You take off & land right on the boat. The 800 foot Deluxe Ride is $84 + tax per person and is 8 minutes long for a single flyer, 10 minutes for tandem flight. The 1200 foot Out of this World Ride is $94 + tax per person and is 10 minutes long for a single flyer, 12 minutes for tandem. Non Flying Observer on the boat is $39 + tax.
Every activity has standards and practices in place for Covid-19 precautions. This information will be provided to you on a current updated basis when booking and when traveling as things change every day. Mahalo for your understanding.