Hawaiian Seascapes American Safari Cruises is the only company to offer unstructured inter-island yacht cruising among the Hawaiian Islands, where the next “port” may not be a port at all. Instead, it may be a passage rich with wildlife, a secluded sandy beach or a quiet cove where you’ll explore the surroundings on the shore or in the water. Truly a privileged experience—visit one of the richest marine mammal environments in all of North America and meet the people of Hawaii. CruiseDay
01 | Maui / Lana’i – Embarkation
Welcome to Hawaii! You’ll be transferred to our hospitality suite in Lahaina for a warm aloha from our Expedition Leader. Following an introduction to your weeklong adventure, a ferry carries you to Lana’i to the awaiting Safari Explorer. Search for marine life during a sunset cruise before dropping anchor for the evening. | Day
02 | Lana’i
On Lana’i, you’ll find coves lined by steep rock faces, white-sand beaches, and ancient volcanic plugs sitting both above and below the water surface. Gear up for a day of play. Activities may include hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and skiff exploration; or enjoy time on your own for exploring town or optional golf or diving. The Humpback National Marine Sanctuary—located between Lana’i, Moloka’i, and Maui—provides front-row seats in these productive marine breeding grounds. | Day
03 | Moloka’i / Halawa Valley
From Kaunakakai Harbor, you’ll meet the people of Moloka’i and experience their land and traditions as few visitors ever do. Get some sand between your toes on one of Hawaii’s longest beaches. Hands-on activities await in the picture book Halawa Valley. Discover the history and culture of this ancient homeland at a local museum; learn to make lei’s at a plumeria farm; and treat your taste buds with a stop for coffee at a plantation and a visit to an organic macadamia nut farm. Spend leisure time in the charming paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) town of Kaunakakai. “Talk story” with locals and enjoy an evening pa’ina (feast), complete with a home-style Hawaiian music “jam” session. | Day
04 | Moloka’i / Halawa Valley
Spend another exclusive day exploring Moloka'i. | Day
05 | Olowalu / West Maui
In ancient times, Olowalu was considered a place of refuge. Today, you’ll have a treat of snorkeling among black rock and coral gardens teaming with underwater life. Later you’ll be underway in an authentic hand-carved voyaging canoe sailing as the early Polynesian warriors did. The Safari Explorer turns towards Hawaii, the Big Island, this evening for two days of exploring along its leeward coast. | Day
06 | Kailua Kona
Head to Kealakekua Bay, where Captain Cook perished in 1779, for some of the island’s best snorkeling. At Kailua-Kona, rendezvous for a guided walking tour of the historic town of Kailua. This evening we’ll anchor at an offshore location to search for and night snorkel with Great Pacific Manta rays. | Day
07 | Honomalino Bay / Opihihali
Fringed by coconut palms, Honomalino Bay offers a morning of snorkeling, paddle boarding, sailing, and kayaking. The bay reveals a diversity of colorful corals, sea turtles, sponges, and tropical fishes. And to fill out your last day of ultimate relaxation, more skiff tours and kayaking await in Opihihali—an area known to be favored by marine mammals. | Day
08 | Hawaii, the Big Island – Disembark
As the Safari Explorer docks at Kawaihae Harbor, we’ll transfer you to the Kona Airport or to your American Safari Cruises hotel to begin your post-cruise extension.
Due to the nature of our explorations, itineraries are guidelines and will change in order to maximize wildlife and natural encounters. Variations in itinerary and the order of days may occur. |
Day
01 | Hawaii, the Big Island – Embarkation
Your adventure begins with a transfer from the Kona Airport to our hospitality suite for a warm aloha from our Expedition Leader. Following an introduction to the week ahead, a private transfer takes you the Safari Explorer, awaiting dockside at Kawaihae Harbor. Enjoy a sunset cruise before dropping anchor for the evening. | Day
02 | Opihihali / Honomalino Bay
The search is on this morning as you set sail for Opihihali—an area known to be favored by marine mammals. A day of ultimate relaxation, skiff tours, and kayaking is in store. Fringed by coconut palms, Honomalino Bay offers snorkeling, paddle boarding, sailing, and another chance for kayaking. The bay reveals a diversity of colorful corals, sea turtles, sponges, and tropical fishes. | Day
03 | Kailua Kona
Head to Kealakekua Bay, where Captain Cook perished in 1779, for some of the island’s best snorkeling. At Kailua-Kona, rendezvous for a guided walking tour of the historic town of Kailua. We’ll anchor at an offshore location to search for and night snorkel with Great Pacific Manta rays before setting sail this evening. | Day
04 | Olowalu / West Maui
In ancient times, Olowalu was considered a place of refuge. Today, you’ll have a treat of snorkeling among black rock and coral gardens teaming with underwater life. Later you’ll be underway in an authentic hand-carved voyaging canoe sailing as the early Polynesian warriors did. | Day
05 | Moloka’i / Halawa Valley
From Kaunakakai Harbor, you’ll meet the people of Moloka’i and experience their land and traditions as few visitors ever do. Get some sand between your toes on one of Hawaii’s longest beaches. Hands-on activities await in the picture book Halawa Valley. Discover the history and culture of this ancient homeland at a local museum; learn to make lei’s at a plumeria farm; and treat your taste buds with a stop for coffee at a plantation and a visit to an organic macadamia nut farm. Spend leisure time in the charming paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) town of Kaunakakai. “Talk story” with locals and enjoy an evening pa’ina (feast), complete with a home-style Hawaiian music “jam” session. | Day
06 | Moloka’i / Halawa Valley
Spend another exclusive day exploring Moloka'i. | Day
07 | Lana'i
On Lana’i, you’ll find coves lined by steep rock faces, white-sand beaches, and ancient volcanic plugs sitting both above and below the water surface. Gear up for a day of play. Activities may include hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and skiff exploration, or enjoy time on your own for exploring town or optional golf or diving. The Humpback National Marine Sanctuary—located between Lana’i, Moloka’i, and Maui—provides front-row seats in these productive marine breeding grounds. | Day
08 | Lana’i / Maui – Disembark
Gather for breakfast before the Safari Explorer docks on Lana’i, where a ferry carries you to Lahaina on Maui for your transfer to the Kahului Airport.
Due to the nature of our explorations, itineraries are guidelines and will change in order to maximize wildlife and natural encounters. Variations in itinerary and the order of days may occur. |
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