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    Kohala Coast Sunset Cruise

    A relaxed luxury powerboat evening with refreshments, comfort, and small-group service

    4.9 stars• 666 reviews

    Duration

    1.5 hours

    Includes

    Powerboat cruise, drinks, restroom

    Highlights

    Settle into Olohana, a 41-foot luxury powerboat designed for a relaxed evening on the water. Enjoy a comfortable, small-group setting with space to unwind as the day winds down.

    • Celebrate a special occasion or share a peaceful evening with family and friends
    • Enjoy personal attention from the captain and local crew in an uncrowded setting
    • Board directly from the dock with easy step-on access
    • Bring a camera or phone to capture the coastal setting

    Itinerary

    • Check-In at Kawaihae Harbor Arrive 20 minutes before departure to meet your captain and crew. Check in at the “Check-In” sign near the Hawai‘i Nautical loading area before boarding Olohana.

    • Depart the Harbor Head out along the Kohala Coast, where rugged lava cliffs meet the Pacific. Take in views of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Hualālai as the afternoon light softens.

    • Sunset Cruise Enjoy the ocean breezes as the sun sets over the horizon. On especially clear evenings, you may even see Haleakalā on Maui in the distance.

    • Return to Kawaihae Relax on the smooth ride back to the harbor, watching for dolphins — and during the winter season, migrating humpback whales.

    What's Included

    • Professional captain and local crew
    • Light bites
    • Cold non-alcoholic beverages
    • Shaded seating and open deck
    • Onboard restroom

    Important details

    • Arrive 20 minutes before departure
    • Complete a waiver within one day of your scheduled activity; each participant needs one, and parents or guardians submit for ages 17 and under
    • Bring a light cover for cool evening breezes
    • If using sunscreen, apply reef-safe, non-spray sunscreen before boarding; spray sunscreen is not allowed on board

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 48 hours or more before departure for a full refund. Cancellations less than 48 hours before departure are not eligible for a refund. Full refund if the captain cancels due to weather or at the captain's discretion.

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    FAQs

    The Mauna Kea Sunset Cruise is approximately 1.5 hours, including boarding and return.

    We depart from Kawaihae Harbor, minutes from Mauna Kea, Hapuna Beach, Mauna Lani, and Waikoloa resorts.

    Yes. This cruise is great for guests of all ages and offers a smooth, comfortable ride along the coast.

    Meeting details

    Kawaihae Harbor South

    Experience provided by Hawaii Nautical Big Island

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