Alii Class Experiences

Maui Sunset & Dinner Sails

Sail into golden hour aboard luxury catamarans and enjoy handcrafted cocktails, chef-prepared menus, and sweeping coastal views. Sunset sailing with Alii Nui is the most memorable way to end your day in Maui.

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If It’s Not Unforgettable, It’s On Us. Backed by the Alii Guarantee.

At Alii Nui Sailing Charters, we take great pride in offering the Alii Guarantee. As the only company on Maui to provide such a promise, we are confident that your experience will not only meet but exceed your expectations.

Should it fall short for any reason, we will gladly arrange a complimentary rebooking for an alternative experience or refund up to 100% of your ticket price.

Please note that minor variations may occur due to factors beyond our control, such as weather conditions, updates to food and beverage offerings, or operational considerations. These adjustments are made with your safety and comfort in mind.

Sunset Dining Redefined

Royal Sunset Dinner at Sea

• Adults-only plated 5-course dinner at sunset • Custom dining catamaran, built for table service • VIP Deck with Moët, Caymus, Macallan & more

Previous price $289.$289

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$229

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Golden Hour Perfectly Poured

Sunset Happy Hour Sail

• Guaranteed sunset timing aboard 65’ catamaran • Sails up, open bar & professional photographer • Craft cocktails, Maui Brew Co. & zero-proof spirits

Previous price $189.$189

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$149

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Your Day Your Way

6-Passenger Private Yacht

• Personal 37’ yacht with dedicated captain & crew • Whale watch, snorkel, fish, or just cruise the coast • Molokini, Lanai, Honolua Bay, Olowalu & beyond

Previous price $1,999.$1,999

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$1,299

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THE ALII DIFFERENCE

Why Choose Alii Nui for Maui Sunset Sails

Luxury Catamarans

65′ Alii Class catamarans with shaded seating, smooth sailing, and panoramic ocean views.

Signature Open Bar

Maui’s largest onboard bar. Hand-shaken cocktails, curated wines, premium spirits, local favorites.

Dining at Sea

Seasonal, chef-prepared cuisine with locally inspired flavors served fresh onboard.

Golden Hour Views

Perfect sunset timing, professional photography, and unforgettable scenery along Maui’s coastline.

Alii Class Hospitality

Warm Hawaiian hospitality with expert crew, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere on every sail.

Seasonal Whales

Frequent whale sightings during Maui’s peak season add unforgettable moments on the water.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Maui sunset cruise should I choose: a sail, dinner or whale watch?

Choose Sunset Happy Hour Sail for a true sunset catamaran sail with cocktails outside whale season. Choose Royal Sunset Dinner for a five-course dining cruise; public tickets are 18+, while a private Top Deck buyout can include all ages. From December through April, Happy Hour becomes the non-sailing Sunset Whales & Cocktails, a sunset whale watching cruise with guaranteed sightings and the full cocktail menu.

Which Maui sunset catamaran cruise actually sails?

For a true Maui sunset sail, Sunset Happy Hour Sail raises the sails outside the December through April whale-watch period. During those months, Sunset Whales and Cocktails uses the sunset departure as a whale watch and does not sail. Royal Sunset Dinner is also a cruise with sails down.

What time do sunset cruises leave from Maalaea Harbor?

Maui sunset cruise departures change by month to follow the sunset. Sunset Happy Hour Sail, seasonal Sunset Whales and Cocktails, and Royal Sunset Dinner can leave at different times; the booking calendar and confirmation show the exact time for your date.

Does Alii Nui offer a Maui sunset dinner sail?

For a Maui sunset dinner cruise, choose Royal Sunset Dinner at Sea: five plated courses, tableside service and a premium open bar. Public tickets are 18+, while a private Top Deck buyout can include all ages. This catamaran dinner cruise does not sail. For a sunset sail, choose Sunset Happy Hour outside the December through April whale-watch period.

Which Maui sunset cruise is best for couples or families?

Royal Sunset Dinner is a five-course evening for couples, honeymoons and celebrations, and one of the most romantic things to do in Maui; public tickets are 18+. For a Maui family vacation, book Sunset Happy Hour Sail, seasonal Sunset Whales & Cocktails or a private Royal Top Deck buyout. Children 0 to 3 ride free as lap guests on family-friendly public trips with a reservation.

How much does an Alii Nui Maui sunset cruise cost?

Sunset Happy Hour Sail starts at $149 per guest, and public Royal Sunset Dinner starts at $229 per guest. A two-hour private sunset yacht starts at $1,299 per boat for up to six guests; the lowest full-vessel catamaran base rate is $2,599. Request a quote for your sunset event, and check your date for the current departure time.

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