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Safari Boat Excursions

Slip 16, Lahaina Harbor, Lahaina, Maui, HI
(808) 661-7670
Ranked #10 of 74 tours in Lahaina
5.0 of 5 stars 332 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Lanakila is the only boat in Lahaina harbor meeting current EPA standards and is the most technology advanced boat available. Passengers can...... more » Owner description: Lanakila is the only boat in Lahaina harbor meeting current EPA standards and is the most technology advanced boat available. Passengers can experience destinations previously unimaginable due to the design of this boat. Our boat is a fast as any raft., but go where they can't. Take a chance let your imagination roam and come out on the best boat on Maui. « less
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Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

My wife and I hopped onboard on a very windy morning. We left the harbor knowing things were not looking great for a trip but this was our last shot during vavaction. Captain Dave was honest and told us all that if conditions didnt improve soon, he would turn around, not waste our day and provide a refund. Pretty fair.... More

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Toronto, Canada
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Cap't Dave, starts with a rant about cell phones, ends with a rant about his 'competitors' visiting his snorkeling spots, like he found Lanii. We couldn't wait to get our ears under water. Acts like a 14 year old who took his daddy's boat without permission. We've been snorkeling in Maui and Ohau many times so we took this trip... More

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captaindavid14, Owner at Safari Boat Excursions, responded to this review
May 24, 2012

Aloha and thank you for writing a review. These reviews are a great way for us to look at how we are doing. Sadly this review only seems to say you didn't like me. It doesn't talk about the boat , where we went, what we saw, or the quality of the snorkeling. Your comments were directed at insulting me.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Captain Dave and the trip were awesome. We will definately be back for more. Well worth every penny Md then some. Do it... You WON'T be sorry. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012
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Captain Dave and Bobby are an killer combo. And will always remember the sista wives from Utah!!! The history and "epic" snorkeling was worth every bit of time and money. It wAs the best weather ever. We even got to snork the shark fin and see a bunch of mahimahi chasing a flying fish.. Best food, fun and entertainment we've... More

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toospecial
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012
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Another wonderful adventure with Captain Dave. On this trip we encountered a lot of Dolphins a pod of about 300 put a show along side the boat. More

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Toronto, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012
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Captain Dave ensures that fun is had by all while his boat bounces through what we are told to be one of the roughest island channels on earth! He mixes it with a great music belting-out to keep the atmosphere lively and sometimes humourous with sound-tracks from Gilligan's Island, Jaws, etc. Although we were just there for the boat ride... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Had a great time. Worth the extra money. Captain Dave and his crew try their best for this to be an excellent adventure. Spectacular day on the ocean! More

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Alamo, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

This is so much more than a snorkel tour. Captains Dave and Eric go all out to make this the most informative, high-energy day you will ever spend in the islands. The back side of Lanai is gorgeously rugged, with a very interesting history. We were greeted by a pod of spinner dolphins and enjoyed great snorkeling in three unique... More

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Lafayette, Louisiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

This was the most fun thing I did in my 11 days on Maui. Just go. It's a blast and the crew are top notch. More

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San Diego, California, United States
2 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012
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First of all we really wish we could give this trip 5 stars. We thoroughly enjoyed this trip & while a bit more expensive than others we went with a local's recommendation.  We are very glad we did!  It was an amazing day.  We loved that we stopped at several secluded spots to snorkel that other boats don't go to.... More

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captaindavid14, Owner at Safari Boat Excursions, responded to this review
May 6, 2012

Aloha, Thank you for your review. I am pleased that you enjoyed your trip so much that you wanted to give it 5 stars. Your review reminded me to remind people looking for a trip. Do your research. Check that you don't get sea sick or take measures to insure you don't before getting on a 7 hour trip. I... More

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