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See the Hawaiian Islands as few do—from the outside in, sailing from island to island on a small ship cruise. Hike remote shorelines and snorkel at sea as you cruise Molokai, Lanai, Maui and Hawaii.
- Day 1 – Molokai, Hawaii* – Embark
- Day 2 – Molokai
- Day 3 – Lanai
- Day 4 – Maui
- Day 5 – Captain’s Choice Exploration
- Day 6 – Kona Coast
- Day 7 – Puu Waawaa State Wildlife Sanctuary
- Day 8 – Hawaii, The Big Island – Disembark
- Beginnings
- Endings
Welcome to Hawaii! You’ll be transferred to our hospitality area on Molokai. Later, the Captain and crew greet you with smiles and champagne as you board the awaiting Safari Explorer. Settle in and enjoy dinner (the first included meal of the rip) aboard the yacht, before a presentation about your week ahead.
A warm Aloha spirit gives you a sense of Hawaii long ago. No stop lights, no high-rises, just a welcome slower pace. “Talk story” with locals and experience their land and traditions as few visitors ever do. You’ll hear legends and lore, then take in a cultural lesson in taro patches and poi making, or hike to a towering waterfall in Halawa’s cathe...
Gear up for a day of play on the “Private Island.” Thousand foot sea cliffs line the shore and ancient volcanic plugs sit both above and below the water’s surface as host to a wide diversity of marine life. Snorkel, paddle board, kayak, explore by skiff, or stretch your legs on hike-whichever activities suit your fancy. Take a stroll to ancient Haw...
Today we may snorkel among coral gardens teeming with underwater life and a known sea turtle habitat. The Humpback National Marine Sanctuarylocated between Lana’i, Molokai, and Maui provides front-row seats as you cruise through these productive breeding grounds searching for dolphins, whales, and other marine life. Look above and below the surface...
Leave it to your Captain and crew to seek out and unveil the best opportunities the islands hold in store today. Dramatic volcanic backdrops, marine life sightings, and chances for snorkeling, kayaking, and paddle boarding are all possible!
Fringed by coconut palms, Kealakekua (more commonly known as Captain Cook Bay, the fateful location of his unlucky demise) offers a morning filled with corals, sponges, and tropical fishes all set to the tune of the rich history of the Hawaiian Dynasty of Kings. From the tiniest fish to the widest stretch of coral, it’s all spectacular. Depending o...
Active adventure guests are off to Puu Waawaa State Wildlife Sanctuary where you and a local naturalist climb the trails above the Kona coast. Head up Hualalai Volcano, then set out on a long hike up the cool and misty slopes, complete with natural history interpretation. Hike through dryland native forest and past lava tubes, and peer into a pit c...
As the Safari Explorer docks at Kawaihae Harbor, you’ll be transferred to the Kona Airport for your return flight home. Breakfast will be the last included meal of the trip. *For trips departing from Hawaii, the Big Island to Molokai, the itinerary will be in reverse.
Your trip will begin in either Kaunakakai, Hawaii on the island of Molokai where you will fly into the regional Molokai Airport or in Kawaihae Harbor on Hawaii, the Big Island where you will fly into the Kona International Airport. The first day of your trip, you will meet your fellow travelers in the outfitter’s hospitality area before enjoying yo...
The last night on the ship, you will have a special farewell dinner, and the next morning after breakfast, you will disembark in Kawaihae Harbor on Hawaii, the Big Island or Kaunakakai, Hawaii on the island of Molokai for your return flight home.
Hawaii small ship cruises offer an intimate and immersive way to explore the stunning landscapes, diverse marine life, and rich culture of the Hawaiian Islands.
- Departing Honolulu, Oʻahu. The spirit of aloha is felt at the pier where friendly crew greets guests with flower lei garlands, and live Hawaiian music fills the air.
- Kahului, Maui. Wake up on Kahului Harbor, Maui. Hiring a convertible is a top way to see this island. One of the more relaxed road trips is Kahului to Kapalua via the scenic Honoapiʻilani Highway.
- Kahului, Maui. Fuel up for an active day ahead. Maui’s popular tours are snorkeling Molokini and sunrise atop Haleakalā, but why not try waterfall rappelling.
- Hilo, Hawaiʻi Island (East) Watch the sunrise as the ship approaches Hilo Bay on the Island of Hawaiʻi. After a caffeine hit hop off the ship for a full-day discovering Hilo, Hawaiʻi’s second-largest town.
Jul 11, 2022 · The 137 volcanic islands that make up the Hawaiian archipelago stretch 1,500 miles across the North Pacific, with a tropical climate and a unique Polynesian culture that are quite distinct from the US mainland. Read on to discover the best small ship cruises to Hawaii.
Enjoy a paʻina and jam session. Take part in exploration activities. Visit the Puu Waawaa Sanctuary. Snorkel among coral gardens. Explore the island history. Starts / Ends: Molokai / Kailua Kona. Activities: Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing. Activity Level: Variable.
