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Lahaina, Hawaii, US

Overview



Glamorous resorts, stunning beaches, world-class golf courses, historic Lahaina Town: This enchanting island has it all, plus a magnificent volcano and the annual migration of the humpback whales. Sample shore excursions: Haleakala Crater & Iao Valley; Adventure to Hana; Lana'i Wild Dolphin & Snorkel Adventure.




Hawaii/Australia/New Zealand and South Pacific Cruise - Lahaina, Maui

Shore Excursions

Shore Excursions


 


"Crater Rainbow" Helicopter Tour



Duration: Approximately 3½ - 4 Hours (45-minute flight)
Price : $$$$

 

Enjoy a thrilling 45-minute narrated helicopter flight over themost requested points of interest of east Maui: the Seven Sacred Pools (Oheo Gulch), Haleakala Crater, Hana Town, Hana rain forest and the shoreline of northeast Maui. more info




Adventure to Hana



Duration: Approximately 9½ Hours
Price : $$$$

   

Travel to an isolated region between the eastern slopes of Haleakala and the Pacific Ocean. You’ll stop at the Seven Sacred Pools followed by lunch at Hana Ranch. The tour will also stop at the grave of the world-renowned aviator Charles Lindbergh. Returning to the ship, you will travel along the famous 30 miles of narrow winding road that offer views of rugged coastline, and see areas th... more info




Atlantis Submarine Dive



Duration: Approximately 2 Hours
Price : $$

 

Submerge yourself in the underwater world of Atlantis Submarines. This once-in-a-lifetime journey aboard a 65-foot, fully air-conditioned submarine presents an opportunity to experience and see Maui’s magnificent underwater world. Your tour begins with a two-mile boat ride along the breathtaking Maui coastline. From December through April, guests often see whales from the shuttle vessel. ... more info




Catch a Wave Surfing Lessons



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$

 

Surf's up in Lahaina and you will be "hanging ten" in no time. Expert surfers will first instruct you on land before you paddle out to ride your first wave. After your lesson, feel free to practice on the surfboard provided. After surfing you will want to relax on the beach, and if you wish to stay on the beach longer than the time allotted you may return to the ship on your own. bring some mon... more info




Circle Island Helicopter Tour



Duration: Approximately 4½ Hours (60-minute flight)
Price : $$$$

 

Find out why the locals say Maui no ka oi--Maui is the best! Thrill to a one hour completely narrated helicopter tour of Maui including all the attractions of east and west Maui. See Haleakala Crater, the seven Sacred Pools, the Pali Coast, the valleys of Halawa, Wailua and Pelekune. more info




Drums of the Pacific Luau



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$$$

   

Take a musical and culinary journey through Polynesia at the Drums of the Pacific Luau. Toast the evening’s festivities with a refreshing exotic drink from the Sunset Terrace, as a delicious suckling pig presented at an imu ceremony takes center stage at the all-you-can-eat buffet. Share traditional local dishes and luau favorites at this sumptuous luau feast. Then get ready for a gloriou... more info




Haleakala Crater & Iao Valley



Duration: Approximately 8 Hours
Price : $$$

   

Haleakala Crater, the highest point on the island of Maui, stands at 10,032 feet above sea level, and is the tip of a volcano that last erupted in 1790. You’ll reach the summit by way of a switchback road overlooking Maui’s diverse scenery. At 7½ miles long, 2½ miles wide and 21 miles around, the crater is bigger than Manhattan Island. From the viewpoint, appreciate firsth... more info




Lana'i 4x4 Trekker Expedition



Duration: Approximately 5¾ Hours
Price : $$$$

   

Lana’i is the sixth largest of the Hawaiian Islands and is known as the most secluded, located at the center of the island chain. Your tour begins when you board a fast passenger ferry to Lana’i from the main pier at Lahaina Harbor. During the 45-minute voyage across the Auau Channel, you will enjoy open ocean viewing of all the islands of Maui County, including Maui, Moloka’i... more info




Maui Tropical Plantation & Ocean Center



Duration: Approximately 4½ Hours
Price : $$

 

Begin at the Maui Tropical Plantation with a fully-narrated, 30-minute tram tour of agricultural villages, sugarcane fields, macadamia nut orchards and flower gardens. View coconut husking, and browse in the Made-On-Maui Marketplace. Next is one of Maui’s newest sights--the Maui Ocean Center--the largest tropical aquarium in the Western Hemisphere with spectacular marine life found only i... more info




Maui Whale Watching



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$

 

While in one of the world’s great whale-watch locations, famous for its resident and majestic humpback whales, join this excursion to view the whales’ dramatic mating competition and reproductive behaviors. Your trip begins with round trip transfer to the Gulf Craft Luxury Liner Prince Kuhio, with air conditioning and a sun deck. The most current information will be given about the ... more info




Rainforest and Waterfall Hiking Tour



Duration: Approximately 6 Hours
Price : $$$$

 

Your tour begins with a narrated, one-hour air-conditioned drive from Lahaina along the West Maui coast, then through the isthmus and finally along the historic Hana Highway—a road famous for its lush tropical scenery and dramatic coastline. Your destination is the enchanting Ho’olawa Valley. Hike a mile each way into tropical Hawai’i along two streams that wind through lush rain... more info




Trilogy Catamaran - Ka'anapali Sunset Sail



Duration: Approximately 2 Hours
Price : $$

 

Voted top water-based activity by the Maui community, Trilogy is a well-respected family-owned and -operated company, in business on Maui for 35 years, and the proud recipient of the 2008 Living Reef Award. A comfortable oceangoing catamaran provides the most romantic way to experience the beauty of a Maui sunset. A chef prepares an assortment of hot and cold appetizers that are guaranteed to sati... more info




Ulalena: Maui Theatre



Duration: Approximately 2½ Hours
Price : $$

 

Ulalena is a unique theatrical experience staged at the Maui Theatre in historic Lahaina. The theatre features the latest in lighting, sound, stage and multi-media technology. With original music, song, authentic Polynesian dance, acrobatics, choreographed by the producers of Cirque du Soleil, and performed by an international cast, Ulalena artfully weaves powerful images of Hawaiian mythology ... more info




Upcountry Maui: Lavender & Wine Sensation



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$$$

 

Relax in a leather Captain’s chair as you travel to beautiful Upcountry Maui in a luxuriously-appointed, eight-passenger limovan. Listen to music and insightful narration of the history, geology and botanical wonders of Haleakala. Ali’i Kula Lavender Garden is your first destination, where 45 different varieties of lavender grow all year round. Their fresh and invigorating fragrance... more info




Valley to Ocean Discovery



Duration: Approximately 4½ Hours
Price : $$

 

Explore Maui from above the ocean and below! You will visit the lush landscape of Iao Valley, followed by the Maui Ocean Center. In the Iao Valley you will stop at the scenic lookout of the Iao Needle. History claims that this valley was where King Kamehameha conquered the forces of Maui in the Battle of Kepanewai. Walk through the fragrant, fresh island flowers while basking in the serenity of... more info




West Maui and Molokini Crater Snorkel Cruise



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$$

   

Join the friendly and knowledgeable staff on board the 92-foot, air conditioned m/v Prince Kuhio for a scenic ride along West Maui’s coastline to stunning Molokini Crater. During whale season, this is the prime location to see humpback whales, many with juveniles recently born in the warm blue waters around Maui. A full crew is ready to serve your every need--they will brief you ... more info




West Maui and Molokini Crater Snorkel Cruise with SNUBA



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$$$

   

Join the friendly and knowledgeable staff on board the 92-foot, air conditioned m/v Prince Kuhio for a scenic ride along West Maui’s coastline to stunning Molokini Crater. During whale season, this is the prime location to see humpback whales, many with juveniles recently born in the warm blue waters around Maui. At last, there is a way to enjoy the beauty of these waters without... more info





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Weather

Temperatures shown are Fahrenheit
Month Temp Avg Temp High Temp Low Rainfall
Jan 71.8 80.3 63.3 3.74
Feb 71.9 80.8 63.1 2.36
Mar 73.1 81.5 64.6 2.35
Apr 74.2 82.5 66.0 1.75
May 75.7 84.3 67.0 0.66
Jun 77.6 86.0 69.3 0.23
Jul 78.8 86.9 70.8 0.49
Aug 79.5 87.9 71.0 0.53
Sep 79.1 88.1 70.0 0.39
Oct 78.1 86.9 69.4 1.05
Nov 76.0 84.1 67.9 2.17
Dec 73.4 81.7 65.1 3.08

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