Embark the Safari Explorer to discover gems of the Hawaiian Islands! On this 8-day voyage, partake in unparalleled snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, beach-combing, and skiff excursions. Visit a plumeria farm, one of Hawaii's longest beaches, and discover island history at the Lana'i Culture and Heritage Center. Cap off your adventure with an evening pa'ina (feast), a Hawaiian jam session with Moloka'i locals, or dive in for a night snorkel joined by giant Pacific manta rays.
Highlights
Enjoy an evening feast and Hawaiian jam session with Molokai locals
Snorkel, paddle board, kayak, explore by skiff or hike
Visit the Puu Waawaa State Wildlife Sanctuary and hike above the Kona coast
Snorkel among coral gardens and at a sea turtle habitat
Explore the island history at the Lana’i Culture and Heritage Center
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Arrival in Hawaii. Transfer to the hospitality area in Kailua-Kona. Later, the captain and crew greet guests upon boarding the Safari Explorer. Dinner is served on board, followed by a presentation about the week ahead.
Day 2: Big Island – Kealakekua Bay Snorkel and Paddle
Kealakekua Bay is a snorkeling and kayaking destination and the site of the Captain Cook Monument. Marine life in the area includes tropical fish, sea turtles, and sometimes dolphins. Time in the bay continues until departure after lunch. In the afternoon, a marine-mammal search may take the route toward the South Point area.
Day 3: Big Island – Volcano Hike and Manta-Ray Snorkel
This morning, hike the cool, misty slopes of Hualālai Volcano at approximately 6,500 feet above the Kona coast. Follow a private trail across black lava flows, past pit craters, and through native dryland forest. Explore a lava tube and learn how early 19th-century lava flows reshaped the coastline below. In the evening, anchor at an offshore location to search for and snorkel with Giant Pacific manta rays under the night sky (conditions permitting). Strict guidelines are followed to minimize disturbance to these graceful animals.
Day 4: Maui – Humpback Whale Sanctuary, Turtle Snorkel, and Kayak
Snorkel among coral gardens teeming with fish in a known sea-turtle habitat called “Turtle Town.” Cruise through the Humpback National Marine Sanctuary, located between Lana‘i, Molokai, and Maui, for front-row seats for dolphins, whales, and other marine life. Keep your eyes on the water and the horizon for action above and below the surface.
Day 5: Lana‘i – City Visit, Shark Fin Snorkel, Biking, and Hikes
Gear up for a full day on the “Private Island” of Lana‘i. Snorkel along a dramatic coastline where thousand-foot sea cliffs and ancient volcanic plugs host a wide diversity of marine life. Later, choose how to explore: stroll Lana‘i City, take UTV to hike forest trails, opt for an e-bike excursion or even spend the day playing at a cat sanctuary.
Day 6: Captain’s Choice – Kayak, Snorkel, and Skiff Tours
Your day may include kayaking along Maui's hidden coves, paddling in turquoise water, and exploring Lana‘i’s rugged coastline or Molokai’s towering sea cliffs. Cruise for marine life from the top deck while naturalist guides introduce you to Hawaii’s rich bird and sea life. Each experience adds another brushstroke to the larger seascape of your Hawaiian adventure.
A warm aloha spirit gives you a glimpse of Hawaii as it once was. On Molokai, there are no stoplights or high rises, only a slow pace. “Talk story” with locals and experience their land and traditions as few visitors do. Hear legends and lore, learn about taro patches and poi making, or hike to a waterfall in Halawa’s cathedral-like valley, one of the island’s most historic places. In the evening, attend a pa‘ina. This gathering differs from a luau in its scale and setting, offering a relaxed, community-hosted evening with Hawaiian locals, food, music, and stories.
Day 8: Molokai, Hawaii | Disembark
1 Breakfast
After one more Hawaiian-style breakfast, transfer to the Molokai Airport or your optional post-cruise hotel stay.
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$6,9002-3 travelers
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Navigator Cabin
Navigator Cabins come with a fixed queen (B3, B6, B8, B10, B12, B14) or your choice of a fixed queen or two twin beds (B7, B9, B11, B13). Enjoy an en-suite bathroom, TV, DVD player, a view window, and ample storage space. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, binoculars, and bathrobes for your comfort.
Trailblazer Cabin
Trailblazer Cabins come with your choice of two twin beds or one king bed. Enjoy an en-suite bathroom, TV, DVD player, a view window, and ample storage space. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, binoculars, and bathrobes for your comfort.
Admiral Cabin
Admiral Cabins offer sleeping space for two guests (B1), two adults and one child (C1), or three adults (C2). Each cabin comes with your choice of a king bed or two twin beds. Cabins C1 and C2 come with an additional sleeper. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, and binoculars for your convenience.
Jr. Commodore
Jr. Commodore Suite offers a single sofa sleeper and the option of two twin beds or one king bed. Enjoy an en-suite bathroom, Jacuzzi and shower, view window, TV, DVD player, and sitting area. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, binoculars, and bathrobes for your comfort.
Commodore Suite
Commodore Suites offer a double sofa sleeper and the option of two twin beds or one king bed. Enjoy a private balcony, Jacuzzi and shower, view window, mini-fridge, TV, DVD player, and sitting area. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, binoculars, and bathrobes for your comfort.
Notes
Due to the nature of your explorations, itineraries are guidelines and may change in order to maximize wildlife and natural encounters. Variations in itinerary and the order of days may occur.
Initial deposit is 20% of the cruise plus port taxes and fees and 50% of any land services, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure by Visa, Mastercard or Discover
Kate was great to work with in the planning stage. She was prompt, helpful, and efficient. Our tour guide, Edwin, was knowledgeable and passionate. We were very happy to have traveled with Adventure Life, it made the trip easy and a true pleasure. We could concentrate on enjoying the experience rather than the details of travel.
