Quick Details
If you’re looking to do something unique and to learn more about the Hawaiian culture and the star-filled canvas above us, your encouraged to take this journey.
Adult
Ages 13+
$ 115
Child
Ages 3-12
$ 94
Free Child
Ages 0-2, one per paying adult
Free
- Stargazing Celestial Cruise On Maui
- Narrated By Astronomer Harriet Witt
- Appetizers & Refreshments Included
Sunset & Celestial Cruise
During this Stargazing cruise, you’ll enjoy delicious appetizers, drinks and Maui’s famous sunsets while learning about Polynesian navigation (wayfinding) and how these amazing people utilized the stars to find the Hawaiian Islands.
Once the sun sets and stars begin to appear, Harriet will highlight specific stars to observe and relate stories about their significance to the Hawaiian culture in juxtaposition with popularly known Greek cultural explanations.
Throughout the year, Maui’s night skies light up through wondrous and fantastical meteor showers. Commonly called “shooting stars,” these naturally occurring pieces of space debris rub against Earth’s atmosphere and burn, creating bright streaks across the sky. With Maui’s unique position in the Pacific, there are numerous opportunities from January to December to witness these celestial wonders!
Astronomer Harriet Witt is known for her entertaining and informative commentary on all things celestial. As a special bonus during winter months, you’ll experience whale breaches and hear the beautifully haunting songs of humpback whales under the stars if the waters are calm and a hydrophone is lowered into the sea.
January – Quadrantids meteor shower
April – Lyrids meteor shower
May- Eta Aquariids meteor shower
August – Perseids meteor shower
October – Orionids meteor shower
November – Leonids meteor shower
December – Geminids meteor shower
Included In Your Trip
- Appetizers & Refreshments, Two complimentary alcoholic beverages.
- Certified Marine Naturalists on board
- Award-winning astronomer on board
Important Information
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Check-in Location: Pacific Whale Foundation Ocean Store, Maʻalaea Harbor Shops, next to Maui Ocean Center. 300 Maʻalaea road Wailuku, HI 96793
Check-in Time: 45 minutes prior to departure.
Parking: The Harbor Shops visitor parking lot by Maui Ocean Center, as well as parking at the Maʻalaea boat harbor lots are paid parking. Please read all signage for your parking location and follow its protocol.
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What To Bring
- Sunglasses, hat, light jacket recommended.
- Low Soled Shoes (no high heels)
- Towel
- Reef Safe/Mineral Based Sunscreen (Available in store and onboard!)
- Credit card, vessels are CASHLESS for purchases. Cash will graciously be accepted for gratuities only, mahalo.
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“The Ocean Voyger ” 65 FT High-Tech, Ultra Smooth Luxury Catamaran
Amenities
- Modern double deck power catamaran
- Spacious cabin and sunbathing areas
- Galley with bar and serving area
- Comfortable armchairs seats
- Slide & snorkle platforms, freshwater showers, bathrooms
Vessel Safety Tips
- Guests need to use hand railings and step carefully when entering and exiting vessel on gangway.
- No standing up on benches or chairs.
- No sitting on hand railings, tables, counters or chair backs.
- No smoking or vaping of any substance.
- No children on shoulders.
- Always keep a free hand for a railing or other fixed part of the boat, never carry more than can be taken in one hand.
- Stay hydrated.
- Wear low or flat-soled shoes.
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- No use of spray sunscreen while on the boat.
- Discuss any medical conditions with the crew and if you are under a doctors care or have had cardiac health issues, respiratory health issues, high blood pressure, mobility challenges, consult with a healthcare professional before snorkeling.
- No standing up on benches or chairs on the vessel.
- No sitting on hand railings, tables, counters or chair backs.
- No smoking or vaping of any substance.
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Catering Partners, Three’s Bar and Grill, are locally owned and operated in Kīhei. Hawaii Sea Spirits, in Kula and Maui Brewing Co. available on the premium bar. All ingredients are locally sourced when possible
Appetizers
- Furikake crusted ahi crostini (sustainably caught tuna) with cilantro aioli and unagi glaze, grilled and chilled (sustainably farm-raised) tiger prawn cocktails with wasabi sauce.
- BBQ kalua pork quesadillas with Maui Gold pineapple chutney and cilantro lime aioli.
- Vegan “pork” gyoza (dumpling)
- House fried corn tortilla chips with salsa
- Artisan cheese platter, fresh fruit
Dessert
- Kula strawberries and chocolate chip cookies
Beverages
Unlimited soda, juice, filtered water and Social Hour coffee included.
Two complimentary alcoholic beverages. Enjoy vodka, gin, rum and beer crafted on island from Ocean Vodka and Maui Brewing Company. They also have wine and tequila available.
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PLEASE NOTIFY HAWAII ADVENTURE CENTER IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL OR RESCHEDULE AN ACTIVITY.
You can do so by calling (888) 207-0722 or contact us online.
- No refunds for cancellations within 48 hours of activity
- For groups of 6+ there are no refunds for cancellations within 72 hours of activity
- We will gladly reschedule your activity at no extra cost if changes are made prior to the 48 or 72 hour cancellation period
- Cancellations from date of booking to 48 hours before activity or for larger groups 72 hours before activity are subject to a 10% service charge
- If for some reason we are unable to confirm your reservation with the activity operator due to oversold seats or other unforeseen reasons, a full refund will be provided and you will be notified immediately to discuss alternative dates and activities
If a tour operator cancels any trip due to weather, mechanical failure, unsafe conditions, or insufficient reservations, a full refund will be provided.