Pacific Whale Foundation’s Sunset Cocktail Cruise Lahaina is a sensational gathering with friends and music. Experience the essence of ho’okipa (hospitality) as we share with you the breathtaking beauty of our island home. Departing from the historic Lahaina Harbor each evening, you'll experience the beauty of the Pacific sunset while the up beat island music sets the atmosphere on our smooth-riding eco-friendly catamaran. Enjoy delicious pupus (appetizers) served by our fun and friendly crew as you are refreshed with ice-cold soda, juice, filtered water, Maui Brew beer, wine, and tropical drinks. Kids under 2 go FREE (one per each paying adult). Pacific Whale Foundation’s talented entertainers are sure to enhance your memorable experience with us.
***From December 17 to April 23, we guarantee whale sightings! If you don't see a whale, you will get a FREE ticket for a regular Pacific Whale Foundation whalewatch cruise.***

Check in Location:  Check in at Pacific Whale Foundation Store at 612 Front Street in Lahaina (across from the Banyan Tree).

Menu (served family-style):  Crudités Platter of Carrots, Celery, Broccoli Florets, Soft Pita Triangles & Pretzels served with Maui Onion Dip, and Roasted Garlic Thai Basil Hummus.   Island Slider Pupus of Local Style BBQ Pulled Pork from the Imu and Teriyaki Chicken Sliders served with soft rolls, caramelized onions and crisp Asian slaw to top it slider style.   Vegetarian Summer Rolls of Soft Rice paper rolls filled with rice noodles tossed in salty sweet dressing, With fresh mint, basil, carrots, cucumber and mango slices served with sweet chili sauce and House Made Vegetable Chow Mein noodles tossed with Stir-fried Local Seasonal vegetables in traditional garlic Chow Mein Sauce.   Desert is House Made and Fresh Baked Chocolate Chip and Oatmeal Cookies with Guittard Chocolate

Includes: 3 alcoholic beverages per adult (beer, wine, Mai Tais, or other tropical well drinks), plus unlimited ice-cold sodas, juices, and filtered water.  Free full color marine life poster!

What to Bring: Camera, light jacket or cover up, comfortable attire (low heeled shoes recommended), sunglasses, cash for optional professional souvenir photo.  A picture ID is required to show proof of age if consuming alcoholic beverages.

Breakfast is included in the entry fee for our Run for the Whales participants, but if you are bringing a friend or family members, you can purchase breakfast tickets for them for $7 apiece. The breakfast is a tropical-style continental breakfast, including fresh island fruit, homemade pastries by Coconuts Catering, tea, coffee and water. (Sorry, there are no member discounts on the breakfast tickets.)

Breakfast tickets: $7 per person

Enjoy a night of comedy, music, and a delicious sustainable dinner al fresco at Pacific Whale Foundation's "Laugh @ da Park." This evening fundraising dinner will feature a three-course, chef-prepared sustainable foods dinner, live jazz by Fulton Tashombe Quartet, and an after-dinner comedy show by local radio celebrity and award-winning comedian, Augie T.

Maui Brewing Company is donating its local, microbrewery beers for the event, and Tedeschi Winery is also donating local wines. The menu will include: Ginger Tofu Wonton Pi Salad with Sesame Seed Dressing; Asian Pork Buns, served with sliced grilled pork belly, pickled cucumber slices, pickled shitake mushrooms, and Hosin sauce; Maui Cattle Company's prime rib, roasted with rosemary and served with horseradish sauce; locally caught, sustainably harvested Mahi-Mahi served Hawaiian-style, steamed and finished with hot peanut oil, fresh cilantro, ginger and garlic, shitake mushrooms and shoyu sauce; Oven Roasted Chicken Breast served with Garlic Hamakua Musroom Cream; grilled vegetables (zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant and bell peppers), marinated in Maui Onion dressing; and garden vegetable fried rice with locally raised teardrop tomatoes, asparagus, red onions and carrots. Desserts will include a platter of fresh island fruits (featuring local mango, papaya and pineapple, garnished with Kula strawberries with a haupia tapioca dip, plus pineapple and taro bread pudding with caramel creme, as well as fresh-baked brownies. Coffee and tea will also be served.

Tickets for the Laugh @ da Park are $90 and include up to three alcoholic drinks per adult, as well as unlimited juices and sodas. This event is limited to guests age 21 or over, due to County of Maui regulations regarding events that include alcohol. Please bring your valid i.d. Pacific Whale Foundation Members pay just $75.

Join Pacific Whale Foundation researcher Annie Macie and noted wildlife photographer Monica Sweet on a whalewatch photo safari from 6:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. aboard the Ocean Explorer from Lahaina Harbor. With a capacity of just 49 passengers, and stadium style seating, this vessel is a favorite of wildlife photographers year-round. Participants will get hands-on training with state-of-the-art digital cameras from Canon and will receive a DVD of all images and video collected during the safari. Participants will receive expert advice on capturing whale images and learn about utilizing the latest digital photo techniques and data storage. Please bring your cameras. A continental breakfast will be provided onboard.

“VIP Whale Watch with Greg Kaufman & International Experts” (Day Two Part Two)

Day two, part two of the "Watching Whales, Saving Whales" Symposium
See the whales on our “VIP whalewatch with International Experts” led Greg Kaufman, Executive Director and founder of Pacific Whale Foundation, and by some of the world’s foremost researchers, scientists and environmentalists.  This two hour guaranteed whalewatch led by the presenters from the "Watching Whales, Saving Whales" Symposium (held on Day one -February 13- at the Westin Resort and Spa in Ka’anapali) is open to all that would like to participate.  Whale sightings are guaranteed or you receive a "Just a Fluke" coupon to go again for free.  Soda, juice, beer, wine and mai tais are available for an additional fee onboard.

Includes: eco-adventure cruise will receive a complimentary whale poster, free color whalewatch guide, and deli lunch

Menu: Freshly baked taro and soft rolls, assorted deli platter of ham turkey and roast beef, assorted cheese platter of cheddar, Swiss and Monterey jack, pasta salad, pretzels and chocolate chip raisin cookies.

When: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where: On the double-deck power catamaran Ocean Discovery from Lahaina Harbor

Bring: Your camera

Check in: Pacific Whale Foundation Store at 612 Front Street (across the street from the Banyan Tree) in Lahaina.

*Cancellations and Reschedules are not permitted within 48 hours of the scheduled check in.  All no-shows are non-refundable.  Our Vessels are not required and do not meet ADA requirements.

Pacific Whale Foundation reserves the right to reschedule or cancel due to weather at the discretion of the Captain.

Special: Regular child price $34.95; child's ticket is yours free today for children ages 12 and under, one free child per paying adult.

Discover the world of wild dolphins on the Lanai Wild Dolphin and Snorkel Eco-Adventure offered by Pacific Whale Foundation! As pioneers in wild dolphin research and experts in the field, we take you to areas in the ocean that are known habitats of many different species of wild dolphins and toothed whales. Our team of certified marine naturalists give live narrations throughout the day to provide you insight about wild dolphins and the marine life in Hawaii.

Dolphin or whale sightings are guaranteed on this cruise. If we do not see wild whales or dolphins, all paying passengers will receive a "Just a Fluke" coupon to go on a Pacific Whale Foundation Wild Whale and Dolphin Encounter FREE. (From May 16 through December 14, our guarantee applies only to wild dolphin sightings; if we do not see wild dolphins, all paying passengers will receive a "Just a Fluke" coupon to go on a Pacific Whale Foundation Wild Dolphin Encounter FREE.)

This eco-adventure cruise also combines snorkeling off the coast of Lanai where you will connect with the vibrant marine life at a bustling coral reef. We supply all of the snorkel gear (including optical masks, available at no extra charge), flotation devices, and reef-safe sunscreen, plus a "learn to snorkel" class for beginners, a guided reef tour led by our naturalists, and a Jr. Naturalist Program for kids.

Departing from Lahaina Harbor each day our stable 65' eco-friendly catamaran lets you relax in comfort.  This catamaran features a water slide, hot freshwater showers, two bathrooms, and easy-access swim platforms for snorkeling.

Your ticket includes a tropical style continental breakfast and a barbeque lunch. Our breakfast menu features freshly brewed premium Maui Oma Coffee,; Assorted Island Fruits - Slices of sweet Maui gold pineapple, juicy mango and island fresh papaya (based on availability); plus Tropical Breads and Stuffed Bagels - fresh baked banana and pineapple - coconut bread, cream cheese stuffed bagel. For lunch we serve a Freshly Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Taro Burgers – vegetarian and made on Maui; Maui Hot Dogs – "Uncle Louie" made on Maui hot dogs; and  Pasta Salad - Rotinni pasta with fresh island grown vegetables tossed in Italian herbed vinaigrette.  For dessert enjoy Pretzels and Chocolate Chip Raisin Cookies.

Your Lanai Wild Dolphin and  Snorkel Eco-Adventure ticket includes chilled soda, juice, and filtered water throughout your Lanai snorkel cruise. Your ticket also includes up to three cocktails of Maui microbrewery (Maui Brewing Co.) beer, wine, tropical cocktails and of course our signature Mai Tais (with proper photo ID to show proof of age, and served only after snorkeling). Advance bookings are recommended. Book now to create many wonderful Maui memories on our Lanai wild dolphin snorkel cruise.