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Awapuhi Adventures

Posted on 31. Jul, 2010 by Mark.

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Jumping into a tidepool

Jumping into a tidepool

Rating: ★★★★★

In a nutshell: Highly personalized touring, hiking and adventures.
Minuses: High quality isn’t ever cheap.
Sound-bite: “We all felt like we had done something truly amazing, adventurous and memorable.”

Awapuhi Adventures is a small one-woman operation, and let me be the first to tell you that one woman is precisely who makes it so spectacular. Alicia (owner and guide) is a well versed naturalist and has such a passion for the island that is is infectious. Alicia also takes the time to understand your abilities, needs and desires before she designs the perfect adventure for you.

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Summary
Personalized private guided hiking tours.
  Location
Pickup
  Phone
808-269-6031
  Web
http://awapuhiadventures.com
  Price
Depends on party size.
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Maui Eco Tours (Reported Closed)

Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★★

Summary
Kayaking and snorkeling.
  Location
DT Flemming Beach, Olowalu & Papalaua Beach
  Phone
808-891-2223
  Web
http://www.mauiecotours.com
  Price
$75 – $90
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Hike Maui

Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★★

Summary
The oldest, most experienced hiking company in the state.
  Location
Meet at Park N Ride commuter lot., Kahului
  Phone
866-324-6284
  Web
http://www.hikemaui.com/
  Price
$70 – $160
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Lahaina Stables

Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★★

Summary
Three horse riding tours w/great views
  Location
Punakea Lp, Lahaina
  Phone
808-667-2222
  Web
http://www.mauihorse.com
  Price
$110 – $135
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Kapalua Resort Plantation Course

Posted on 02. Mar, 2010 by Mark.

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Kapalua Plantation Course

Kapalua Plantation Course

Rating: ★★★★★

In a nutshell: Mecca-status course for serious golfers.
Minuses: $$$
Sound-bite: “The wide range of tees make this course as challenging as you want it to be.”

SUMMARY:
18 hole regulation | 73 par | 7,411 yards | 75.6 USGA | 140 slope | Driving Range | GPS | Resort Attire

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Summary
18 hole regulation | 73 par | 7,411 yards | 75.6 USGA | 140 slope | Driving Range | GPS
  Location
300 Kapalua Dr, Kapalua
  Phone
877-527-2582
  Web
http://cms.kapalua.com
  Price
$88 – $268
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Win Free Golf at Kapalua!

Posted on 14. May, 2010 by Mark.

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Kapalua Plantation Course

Kapalua Plantation Course

Win a free round of golf for yourself and a friend at the Kapalua Plantation Course! (Retail Value: $268/each)

We’re giving 10 rounds away to Facebook fans and their friends; big mahalos to the generous folks at Kapalua!

Winners will be drawn at random (or alternate method where all fans are eligible) from all of…

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Kelii’s Kayak Tours

Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★★

Summary
Kayak & snorkeling tours of South & West Maui. They also offer surf lessons.
  Location
Meet at launch site(varies), South & West Maui
  Phone
808-874-7652
  Web
http://www.keliiskayak.com
  Price
$50 – $150
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Die Hard w/Capt. Fuzzy

Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.

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Pacific Blue Marlin

Screen capture of 315# Pacific Blue Marlin (see video below)

Rating: ★★★★★

In a nutshell: Hard-core sportfishing.
Minuses: 3:00
Sound-bite: “Hey mister, is that a Florida Marlins logo on that-there baseball bat?”

DETAILS:
Alright, first of all this isn’t a trip for the kids. These are die-hard fishermen willing to take along the serious angler who isn’t interested in going halfway.

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Summary
32′ Boston Whaler Express Fisherman caters to the serious fisherman.
  Location
Lahaina Harbor
  Phone
808-878-2362
  Web
http://fishdiehardmaui.com
  Price
$185 – $200
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Paragon Sailing Charters

Posted on 31. Aug, 2010 by Mark.

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Paragon II at Molokini

Paragon II at Molokini

Rating: ★★★★½
*how we rate vendors

Rated #1 Molokini Snorkel Boat

In a nutshell: These guys really know how to sail!
Minuses: Food is a lower priority than beer. (Maybe that’s a plus?!?”)
Sound-bite: “They raised the sails quickly and we were soon traveling at 20 knots!”

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Summary
They do a lot of real sailing, which sets them above the competition who mostly rely on motors to get around.
  Location
Maalaea & Lahaina Harbors
  Phone
808-244-2087
  Web
www.sailmaui.com
  Price
$50 – $150
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Maui Hiking Safaris

Posted on 19. Feb, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★★

Summary
Guided hiking tours. Full or half-day.
  Location
Throughout Maui
  Phone
808-573-0168
  Web
http://www.mauihikingsafaris.com
  Price
$70 – $160
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Mendes Ranch

Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★½

Summary
Horseback riding on family owned & operated ranch.
  Location
3530 Kahekili Hwy, Wailuku
  Phone
808-871-5222
  Web
http://www.mendesranch.com
  Price
$90 – $130
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Skyline Eco Adventures

Posted on 12. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★½

Summary
Hiking and soaring over gulches and through the trees
  Location
Upcountry & Kaanapali
  Phone
808-878-8400
  Web
http://www.zipline.com/
  Price
$85 – $150
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Trilogy Excursions

Posted on 03. Dec, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★½

Summary
Fleet of six mid-size sailing catamarans, sailing out of Central and West Maui
  Location
Maalaea Harbor & Kaanapali Beach
  Phone
808-874-5649
  Web
http://www.sailtrilogy.com/
  Price
$50-200
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Hawaii Ocean Rafting

Posted on 13. Dec, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★½

Summary
Rafting snorkel, SCUBA & whale watch (in season) to Lanai
  Location
Lahaina Harbor, Lahaina
  Phone
808-661-7238
  Web
http://www.islandstarexcursions.com/rafting.html
  Price
$30 – $300+
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UFO Parasailing

Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★½

Summary
Flying on a tethered parachute at 600-1200 feet up-and-out behind a speedboat.
  Location
On Ka’anapali Beach – look for green umbrellas in front of Whalers Village (Leilani’s), Ka’anapali
  Phone
800-359-4836
  Web
http://www.ufoparasailing.com/maui.html
  Price
$60-75
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Maui Eco Adventures

Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★½

Summary
Hiking tours & Kayak
  Location
West Maui hotel pickup or Central Maui meeting place
  Phone
877-661-7720
  Web
http://ecomaui.com
  Price
$70 – $170
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Luckey Strike Charters

Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★½

Summary
Private & group charters
  Location
Lahaina Harbor
  Phone
808-661-4606
  Web
http://www.luckeystrike.com/
  Price
CALL
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Scotch Mist Sailing Charters

Posted on 11. Nov, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★½

Summary
Sailing Charter
  Location
Slip #2, Lahaina Harbor
  Phone
808-661-0386
  Web
http://www.scotchmistsailingcharters.com
  Price
$50 – $90
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Royal Ka’anapali Golf Course

Posted on 01. Mar, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★½

Summary
18 hole regulation | 77 par | 6,700 yards | 74.2 USGA | 131 slope | Driving Range | GPS
  Location
2290 Kaanapali Pkwy, Ka’anapali
  Phone
866-454-4653
  Web
http://www.kaanapaligolfresort.com
  Price
$110 – $225
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Lahaina Divers

Posted on 03. Dec, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★☆

Summary
Dive charters, rentals & certification.
  Location
143 Dickenson St, Lahaina
  Phone
808-667-7496
  Web
http://www.lahainadivers.com/
  Price
Charters = $100-200
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Pacific Whale Foundation Eco Adventures

Posted on 22. Dec, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★☆

Summary
Not-for-profit dedicated studying & protecting marine environment. They offer a wide range of tours. Largest operation in Maui.
  Location
Maalaea Harbor Village & Lahaina
  Phone
1-800-942-5311
  Web
http://www.pacificwhale.org/
  Price
$25 on up
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Ironwood Ranch

Posted on 19. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★☆

Summary
Scenic horseback rides North of Ka’anapali.
  Location
Napili
  Phone
808-669-4991
  Web
http://www.ironwoodranch.com/
  Price
$60 – $300
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Ka’anapali Kai Golf Course

Posted on 01. Mar, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★☆

Summary
18 hole regulation | 70 par | 6,388 yards | 70.7 USGA | 135 slope | Driving Range | GPS
  Location
2290 Kaanapali Pkwy, Ka’anapali
  Phone
866-454-4653
  Web
http://www.kaanapaligolfresort.com
  Price
$85 – $185
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Aerial Sportfishing Charters

Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★☆

Summary
Two boats: 37′ Merritt & 35′ Cabo
  Location
Lahaina Harbor
  Phone
808-667-9089
  Web
http://www.aerialsportfishingcharters.com
  Price
$150 – $215
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Kapalua Resort Bay Course

Posted on 02. Mar, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★★☆

Summary
Summary: 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,600 yards | 72.1 USGA | 136 slope | Driving Range | GPS | Resort Attire
  Location
300 Kapalua Dr, Kapalua
  Phone
877-527-2582
  Web
http://cms.kapalua.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=259&Itemid=850
  Price
$78 – $208
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Atlantis Submarines

Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★½☆

Summary
Submarine Tour
  Location
658 Front Street, Suite 175, Lahaina
  Phone
808-667-2224
  Web
http://www.atlantisadventures.com/
  Price
$40-$100
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Expeditions Maui-Lana’i Ferry

Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★½☆

Summary
Ferry to Lana`i. The also offer Lana’i Jeep rental packages.
  Location
Lahaina Harbor
  Phone
800-695-2624
  Web
http://www.go-lanai.com
  Price
$30 – $190
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Reef Dancer

Posted on 22. Dec, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★½☆

Summary
Glass bottom boat. Best for little kids and those afraid to snorkel.
  Location
Lahaina Harbor
  Phone
808-667-2133
  Web
http://www.mauiglassbottomboat.com/
  Price
Adults: $33 – $45 ; Kids: $19 – $25
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Kapalua Resort Ziplines

Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★½☆

Summary
Parallel zip lines at the Kapalua Resort.
  Location
Kapalua Resort
  Phone
808-665-4386
  Web
http://www.kapalua.com/adventures/on-resort-adventures/mountain-outpost/zip-lines/
  Price
$60 – $300
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Start Me Up

Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★½☆

Summary
Sport fishing charters.
  Location
Lahaina Harbor
  Phone
808-667-2774
  Web
http://www.sportfishingmaui.com/
  Price
$100 – $200
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Finest Kind Sport Fishing

Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★½☆

Summary
Four boats: 35′ Bertram, two 31′ Bertrams & 37′ Merritt (the Merritt is in dry dock currently)
  Location
Lahaina Harbor
  Phone
808-214-8510
  Web
http://www.fishingmaui.com
  Price
$150 – $200
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Boss Frog’s Dive & Surf

Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★★☆☆

Summary
Snorkel * dive gear rentals; activity resale
  Location
8 stores, South & West
  Phone
808-661-3333
  Web
http://www.bossfrog.com/
  Price
$9 on up
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Sugar Cane Train

Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★½☆☆

Summary
Railroad tour along highway through Ka’anapali and Lahaina
  Location
17 Kaka’alaneo Drive, Lahaina
  Phone
661-0080
  Web
http://www.sugarcanetrain.com/
  Price
$15-50
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Maui Princess Cruises

Posted on 14. Dec, 2009 by Mark.

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Rating: ★★½☆☆

Summary
They run the only daily Molokai ferry. They also have dinner & sunset cocktail cruises, snorkel, whale watch & Molokini trips.
  Location
Lahaina Harbor, Slip #3, Lahaina
  Phone
877-500-6284
  Web
http://www.mauiprincess.com/
  Price
$30 – $200
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Teralani Sailing

Posted on 11. Nov, 2009 by Mark.

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Summary
Standard boating
offerings.
  Location
Ka’anapali Beach
  Phone
808-661-7245
  Web
http://www.teralani.net/
  Price
$60-100
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America II

Posted on 11. Nov, 2009 by Mark.

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Summary
65′ Racing
Yacht.
  Location
Lahaina Harbor Slip 6
  Phone
808-667-2195
  Web
http://www.sailingonmaui.com/
  Price
$25-50
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Gemini Charters

Posted on 11. Nov, 2009 by Mark.

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Summary
64′ Beach
Catamaran.
  Location
Ka’anapali Beach
  Phone
808-669-0508
  Web
http://www.teralani.net/
  Price
$40-100
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Island Star Sailing Excursions

Posted on 14. Dec, 2009 by Mark.

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Summary
Private Sailing Charters
  Location
Lahaina Harbor
  Phone
808-669-STAR
  Web
http://www.islandstarexcursions.com/
  Price
If you care, then it’s too much!
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Open Eye Tours

Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.

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Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

Summary
Private guided tours with environmental, educational and cultural focus.
  Location
Pickup or in your car.
  Phone
808-572-3483
  Web
www.openeyetours.com
  Price
$600 on up (per party)
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