Is this the right Maui sunset cruise for you?
Ideal for couples, families, and groups who want a relaxed evening on the water with dinner, drinks, live Hawaiian music, and hula included.
- Great fit if you want dinner, sunset views, and entertainment in one easy evening
- Good alternative to a restaurant dinner or more structured luau experience
- Family-friendly 2-hour cruise from Māʻalaea Harbor
- Includes island-style dinner, open bar, live music, and hula
- Not the best fit if you want a full luau production, beach seating, or a late-night party cruise
2-Hour Maui Sunset Dinner & Hula Cruise
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Step aboard the Pride of Maui for a relaxed 2-hour evening catamaran cruise as the sun sets over Maui’s coastline. It’s a complete island night out for couples, families, and groups — dinner, open bar, live Hawaiian music, and hula in one easy experience.
Highlights
- Sunset views: cruise Maui’s coastline as the evening light settles over the Pacific
- Dinner & drinks: island-style dinner, open bar, and non-alcoholic options included
- Live entertainment: Hawaiian music and hula during the cruise
- Family-friendly: relaxed 2-hour cruise for couples, families, and groups
- Seasonal whale sightings: possible during whale season, typically December through April
- Comforts on board: open-air decks, shaded cabin seating, restrooms, and room to move around
- Convenient departure: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday evenings from Māʻalaea Harbor, North Dock
How this Maui sunset dinner cruise compares
- Pride of Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise: relaxed 2-hour evening cruise with dinner, open bar, live Hawaiian music, hula, and sunset views from the water.
- Maui luaus: larger, land-based evening shows with a more formal dinner-and-performance format.
- Restaurant dinners: flexible and familiar, but without the ocean setting, live hula, or sunset cruise experience.
- Sunset sails or cocktail cruises: often more focused on drinks and views, with food and entertainment varying by operator.
- Sunset views: Maui coastline and evening ocean views aboard Pride of Maui
- Island-style dinner: freshly prepared, with desserts and beverages served by the crew
- Open bar: beer, wine, select mixed drinks, and non-alcoholic options included
- Live entertainment: Hawaiian music and hula during the cruise
- Comforts on board: open-air decks, shaded cabin seating, restrooms, and room to move around
- Seasonal whale sightings: possible during whale season, typically December through April
- Departure: Māʻalaea Harbor, North Dock
- Days of operation: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday evenings
Set out from Māʻalaea Harbor for a relaxing 2-hour Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise along the island’s golden coastline.
Dine, sip, and take in panoramic views as the sun sets over the Pacific.
- Check-in – 30 minutes before departure at Māʻalaea Harbor, North Dock
- Boarding –
March 1 – September 30 → 5:00 pm
October 1 – February 28 → 4:30 pm - Cruise duration – About 2 hours
- Experience – Dinner, drinks, and live Hawaiian entertainment at sea
- Return – Back to Māʻalaea Harbor beneath Maui’s twilight sky
- Light jacket or sweater: Evenings can get breezy on the water
- Comfortable shoes: Non-slip soles recommended for moving around deck
- Camera or phone: Capture unforgettable Maui sunset cruise moments
- Sunglasses: Useful during early daylight as the sun begins to set
- Photo ID: Required for guests 21 + ordering alcoholic beverages
A few small essentials ensure a relaxed, memorable evening.
Island-Style Dinner
- Baby back ribs
- Shoyu chicken
- Stir-fried vegetables
- Coconut potatoes
- Mango lilikoi cheesecake
- Local fresh fruits
Open Bar (21+)
- Signature Mai Tais & tropical cocktails
- Wine selection
- Micro-brewed beers
- Blended drinks
- Juices & sodas
Boarding for the Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise is at Maʻalaea Harbor, North Dock (left of U.S. Coast Guard Station).
- Harbor – Māʻalaea Harbor, North Dock (left of U.S. Coast Guard Station)
- Parking – Paid parking near the harbor (~ $1.50 per hour); use the lot nearest the Coast Guard Station
- Arrival time – Arrive 45 minutes before departure to allow for check-in and parking
- Map – A Google Maps link is included in your confirmation email
For additional details, visit our Maps & Directions page.
Your safety is our top priority. Our experienced crew is CPR-trained and provides a safety orientation before every Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise.
The Pride of Maui meets all U.S. Coast Guard requirements and is equipped with modern safety gear.
- Certified crew – Trained in CPR and first aid
- Safety briefing – Conducted before every departure
- Vessel design – Wide, open decks for comfort and stability
- Accessibility – Boarding via ramp; crew assists as needed
- Vigilant watch – Captain and crew monitor guest safety throughout the cruise
Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise
Watch the
Maui Sunset
while enjoying
fresh food,
open bar, and
Hawaiian entertainment!
Napoʻo ʻana o ka lā means “sunset” in Hawaiian.
Step aboard our Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise for an evening that captures the true spirit of Hawaiʻi. Enjoy Hawaiian hula, live slack-key guitar, and storytelling from renowned local musician Kekoa, who has shared his talent across the Islands for more than 30 years. Relax to his music as Kaili performs traditional hula that celebrates aloha and island culture.
As the sun sets, savor freshly prepared island-style cuisine and signature tropical drinks from our open bar. During the winter months, you may even spot humpback whales along your route, a highlight of Maui’s whale watching season.
Our Maui sunset cruise combines fine island flavors, live entertainment, and breathtaking ocean views for an evening you’ll always remember.
Maui Sunset Cruise
Freshly
prepared
food
Appetizers
Guests aboard the Pride of Maui’s Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise can explore the deck and mingle while enjoying a variety of freshly prepared, premium island-inspired dishes.
Dinner
Savor baby back ribs glazed in island barbecue sauce, tender shoyu chicken, and flavorful sides like roasted coconut sweet potatoes and stir-fried vegetables. Top off the evening with our chef’s Hawaiian-style desserts, served with aloha.
Hawaiian Hula Entertainment
Live
entertainment
Experience the art of Hawaiian hula up close. As the sun dips below the horizon, enjoy a moving performance that blends graceful storytelling with rhythm, tradition, and spirit. Each gesture reflects a piece of Hawaiʻi’s rich cultural heritage, a beautiful way to end your evening on the water.
Maui Sunset Cruise
Observation deck
Our expansive observation deck offers sweeping 360-degree views of Maui’s coastline, perfect for golden-hour photos. With 2,500+ sq. ft. of open deck space and thoughtfully limited capacity, you’ll have room to roam, relax, and take it all in. It’s the ideal place to watch the sky change color during your Maui sunset cruise, surrounded by ocean views and evening light.
Book your Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise today and discover why this sunset cruise in Maui is one of the island’s most beloved experiences.
Looking for more ways to explore the island by sea? View all Maui boat tours offered by Pride of Maui.
FAQ
*October 1st thru February 28th*
Check-in time: 4:30 p.m. at Mā‘alaea Harbor, North Dock for the Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise.
*March 1st thru September 30th*
Check-in time: 5:00 p.m. at Mā‘alaea Harbor, North Dock for the Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise.
The Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise lasts about 2 hours, giving you plenty of time to enjoy dinner, hula entertainment, and Maui’s golden-hour views.
*October 1st thru February 28th*
Departure time: 5:00 pm, Return time: 7:00 pm.
*March 1st thru September 30th*
Departure time: 5:30 pm, Return time: 7:30 pm.
Our Sunset Dinner Cruise cuisine is superb. For appetizers, enjoy assorted cheeses with artisanal crackers and Maui onion tartlets. Savor island-style baby back ribs, shoyu chicken, coconut roasted sweet potatoes, stir-fried vegetables and Maui gold pineapple slaw for dinner, and mango lilikoi cheesecake, and local fresh fruits for dessert.
The Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise menu is freshly prepared on board and may vary slightly based on seasonal ingredients. Please contact us ahead of time if you have any dietary restrictions.
Hawaii is known for its “micro-climates.” It can be raining hard where you are, yet sunny and calm at the harbor and our destinations. With more than 40 years in the business, we are your best resource for the weather. Our captains are seasoned veterans with extensive local knowledge.
If we have not called you, please show up at the harbor with the expectation to go out, even if it is raining or windy. If the conditions are unsafe to operate, you will be given the option to reschedule or cancel with a full refund. All of our destinations are weather permitting.
We accommodate pregnant guests regularly. Please ask your doctor if it is safe for you to be on a boat during your pregnancy. Our vessels are large and stable, but each pregnancy is different and your doctor knows you best. Our large, stable catamaran provides smooth sailing and shaded seating areas, making it comfortable for most guests.
Parking is available at Mā‘alaea Harbor and operated by Diamond Parking Services. The lot closest to our slip has a machine that only takes cash. Please note that no change is given back. You can also pay with a credit card by phone by dialing in or using a QR code. The cost of parking is approximately $1 per hour.
Your confirmation email includes a Google Maps link for directions and parking details.
No, alcoholic beverages are included. Enjoy craft cocktails, Maui Brewing Company beers, wine, and tropical seltzers from our open bar.
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