Experience the enchantment of Maui's velvet night sky on this stargazing cruise with Pacific Whale Foundation Eco-Adventures. Here in Hawaii, the most remote island chain in the world, you'll experience brilliant stars from an optimal vantage point.

This cruise is narrated by special guest Harriett Witt, an international award winning astronomy writer and speaker, known for her entertaining and informative commentary on the stars. Her writing has been featured in publications such as Sky & Telescope, and Spirit of Aloha. She has been giving colorful and informative presentations on astronomy in Hawaii since 1990 and teaching "Making Friends With the Night Sky" classes at Maui Community College since 1992.

While listening to Witt's intriguing presentation, enjoy a tantalizing array of appetizers including: local style BBQ grilled Maui Cattle Company beef sticks marinated in teriyaki sauce; Hawaiian-style boneless, skinless chicken strips marinated in a special sauce; a fresh vegetable crudite platter with Maui Onion dip; baked spinach dip with crackers; seasonal assorted island fruits; and a Hawaiian Sampler Platter, featuring Hawaiian heritage foods of kalo, Moloka’i sweet potato and ulu.

We include all-you-can-drink chilled soda, juice, filtered water and up to three cocktails per adult, with a choice of local Maui microbrewery (Maui Brewing Co.) beer, plus wine and tropical well drinks including our famous Mai Tais.

During whale season (December through April) we'll also listen to the songs of humpback whales, picked up live from whales in the area via our underwater hydrophones.  It is truly one of the best adventures on Maui!

Available 2010: January 8 & 15, February 5 & 12, March 5 & 13, April 15, May 13, June 11, July 1 & 10, August 4 & 11, September 8, October 7, November 5

Romance will be in the air and in the sea this Valentine’s Day aboard a very special Pacific Whale Foundation sunset dinner cruise. Do something truly special on your Valentines Day; head out onto the ocean for a romantic evening with Pacific Whale Foundation’s Valentines Day Dinner Cruise!  The Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise departs from scenic Lahaina Harbor, with guaranteed outdoor seating for all (as well as indoor seating for those who prefer it).  Passengers aboard the Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise will enjoy a delicious three-course dinner, cocktails, live music, dramatic views of the West Maui Mountains and the islands of Maui County, and the unparalleled beauty of a sunset at sea. You’ll even be able to watch for the spouts of courting humpback whales as you raise a toast to the power of love.   Our attentive staff will provide tableside service of a delicious meal, with each plate prepared by our onboard chef.

The Valentine’s Day menu will include a choice of fresh grilled Maui Cattle Co. top sirloin steak with local mushroom jus or boneless teriyaki chicken breast with pineapple and grilled onions, Maui onion and panko crusted mahi-mahi with garlic soy cream sauce, or sesame cilantro tofu with mango sauce. Entrees will be accompanied by baked spinach dip with fresh taro breadsticks, fresh medley of island grown greens with Maui onion dressing, rice pilaf, and sautéed carrots and zucchini. Special, decadent Valentine’s Day desserts, tea and Maui Oma coffee will round out the meal.

Includes: sparkling wine, Maui Brewing Co. beer, wine, Mai Tais and other tropical mixed drinks, plus unlimited soda, juices and filtered water

Dress is casual. Guests may need a light jacket for the cool Maui evenings that occur at this time of year.

Check in at 612 Front Street in Lahaina at our Pacific Whale Foundation Retail Store, just across from the famous Lahaina banyan tree.

Do something truly special on your Valentines Day; head out onto the ocean for a romantic evening with Pacific Whale Foundation’s Valentines Day Dinner Cruise!  Upgrade your Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise ticket and enjoy premium seating, with a guaranteed private table for your party. Your Premium Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise option also includes an upgraded menu of complimentary beverages, including up to three cocktails per adult with valid ID, including frozen, blended cocktails, premium Maui microbrewery beer (from Maui Brewing Co.), wine, Mai Tais and other tropical mixed drinks, and all-you-can-drink chilled soda, juice, and filtered water.  Premium seats aboard our Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise are limited, so please make your reservation early.  Our attentive staff will provide tableside service of a delicious meal, with each plate prepared by our onboard chef.

The Valentine’s Day menu will include a choice of fresh grilled Maui Cattle Co. top sirloin steak with local mushroom jus or boneless teriyaki chicken breast with pineapple and grilled onions, Maui onion and panko crusted mahi-mahi with garlic soy cream sauce, or sesame cilantro tofu with mango sauce. Entrees will be accompanied by baked spinach dip with fresh taro breadsticks, fresh medley of island grown greens with Maui onion dressing, rice pilaf, and sautéed carrots and zucchini. Special, decadent Valentine’s Day desserts, tea and Maui Oma coffee will round out the meal.

Includes: sparkling wine, Maui Brewing Co. beer, wine, Mai Tais, blended cocktails and other tropical mixed drinks, plus unlimited soda, juices and filtered water

Dress is casual. Guests may need a light jacket for the cool Maui evenings that occur at this time of year.

Check in at 612 Front Street in Lahaina at our Pacific Whale Foundation Retail Store, just across from the famous Lahaina banyan tree.

Join Pacific Whale Foundation researcher Annie Macie and noted wildlife photographer Monica Sweet on a whalewatch photo safari from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 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. The cost of the photo safari is $99.95.

See the whales on a VIP whalewatch led by some of the world’s foremeost researchers, scientists and environmentalists. The whalewatch led by the presenters from the "Watching Whales, Saving Whales" Symposium will take place from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. On the double-deck power catamaran Ocean Discovery from Lahaina Harbor. A deli lunch will be served during the whalewatch. Participants on this two-hour eco-adventure cruise will receive a complimentary whale poster and free color whalewatch guide. Whale sightings are guaranteed or you receive a "Just a Fluke" coupon to go again for free. Early reservations are strongly encouraged for this one-of-a-kind whalewatch. $49.95 for adults; Children ages 7 to 12 are $34.95; free for kids ages 6 and under. Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%.

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.

This is a very special whale-watch, led by our President and co-founder, Greg Kaufman. After starting Pacific Whale Foundation in 1980, Greg has been a leader in the marine conservation field and has helped establish legislation for marine life protection in Hawaii and around the world. His efforts have changed the course of history, and his research and passion has helped establish National Marine Sanctuaries to protect the humpback whale from extinction.

This 2 hour eco-adventure whale watch cruise takes place on the Ocean Odyssey and includes a complimentary Whale Poster, Free Color Whale Watch Guide, and an autographed copy of Greg Kaufman's book, "125 Fun Facts about Humpback Whales". Whale sightings are guaranteed or you receive a "Just a Fluke" coupon and go again for FREE! Early reservations are strongly encouraged on this inspiring eco-adventure with this noted researcher, author and whale conservationist.

Join us for an enchanted blend of listening to whale songs at sea by the light of the full moon, while learning about Maui's intriguing night sky.

This cruise features riveting narration by Harriet Witt, an international award winning astronomy writer and speaker. Her writing has been featured in publications such as Sky & Telescope, and Spirit of Aloha. She has been giving colorful and informative presentations on astronomy in Hawaii since 1990 and teaching "Making Friends With the Night Sky" classes at Maui Community College since 1992.

Adding to the magic in the winter months (December through April) is the opportunity to listen to the live, haunting songs of the humpback whales in the area, picked up via our underwater hydrophones and played on the speaker system on our vessel.

Our appetizer array includes local-style BBQ-grilled Maui Cattle Company beef strips, marinated in teriyaki sauce; Hawaiian-style boneless skinless chicken strips marinated in a special sauce; fresh vegetable crudite platter with Maui Onion dip; a platter of  seasonal assorted island fruits and taro rolls.

Your ticket also includes all-you-can-drink chilled soda, juice, filtered water and up to three cocktails per adult, with a choice of local Maui microbrewery (Maui Brewing Co.) beer, plus wine and tropical well drinks including our famous Mai Tais. And we offer a free full color marine life poster for you to take home.

Available 2010: January 30, February 27, March 30, April 28, May 27, June 26, July 26, August 25, September 23, October 22, November 20 and December 22.