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¹ This tour operates from Dec.20 - Mar.31 only.
² Children must be a minimum of 3 feet in height.
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This is a great submarine dive and whale watch cruise combo tour. Marvel at Maui's spectacular underwater world aboard a high-tech 48-passenger submarine. Also enjoy a fun boat ride and view the majestic humpback whales frolicking in the water! |
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Atlantis Submarine Expedition & Whale Watch Cruise
The biggest attraction on Maui in winter is the whales. They are truly amazing creatures. Every year in December, they swim the thousands of miles from Alaska to Hawaii to mate and raise their young in Hawaii's warm waters. Now you can combine a great whale watching cruise with another great thing to do on the "Valley Isle" - an excursion to the part of Maui that most people never get to see! Come aboard the Atlantis, a real passenger submarine, for a journey 130 feet (40 m) below sea level. Just keep in mind that this combo tour operates during the whale migration period only.
Atlantis submarines are the world's first and most technologically advanced passenger submarines. You will journey into a spectacular blue world more than 130 feet below the surface in spacious air-conditioned comfort. You'll see the same spectacular underwater world that scuba divers see, but without having to get wet, which makes this also a great activity for the whole family (children need to be at least 3 feet tall).
To enhance its sub tour experience and help improve the marine environment, Atlantis embarked on creating an artificial reef in December 2005 by sinking the Carthaginian replica whaling ship. Artificial reefs have a proven track record of ecological benefits. The sunken Carthaginian, which needed major repairs and would have been scuttled at sea otherwise, is anchored to a sandy bottom at a depth of 95 feet (29 m) that is devoid of coral reef. The resulting artificial reef will develop into a self-sustaining habitat for indigenous fish, coral and other marine life. So come aboard the Atlantis to witness the new resting home of the Carthaginian.
All Atlantis submarines are U.S. Coast Guard approved and equipped with stabilizers for a smooth, enjoyable ride. They are also air-conditioned and fully pressurized so that everyone will feel perfectly comfortable during the dive. And the best thing is that everyone gets the best seat in the house because all seats are front-row seats. Each is positioned in front of a large view port so that you'll get a clear and unobstructed view of the underwater world. Audio headset narrations in Japanese are available. |
For the submarine dive, you'll first board the Holokai, the shuttle vessel, which awaits you in Lahaina Harbor. After a short boat ride to the dive site, you'll be treated to the sight of your submarine surfacing from the deep, ready to take you on board! A short and safe walking plank is extended for you to board the submarine from the boat. After your submarine dive, the shuttle vessel will take you back to land.
For the whale watching cruise, you will again depart from Lahaina Harbor. You will board a 49 ft. Explorer "Super Raft" (Scarib Racing Hull). This fast boat get you to the whale watching areas fast for longer viewing opportunities, which is important particularly in the early and late part of the season when the whale populations are further offshore. Every seat is a front row seat with great 360 degree viewing. A trained onboard naturalist will provide insightful commentary on these magnificent animals. There is no better setting than Maui to see the migrating humpback whales as they "vacation" in the islands during winter. So if you haven't been to the bottom of the ocean before and would also love to view whales up close, this combo tour is a must do! |
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To schedule this combo activity, please choose which activity you would like to do first, then we will schedule the next activity for you at the closest available time slot. The two activities may be done on non-consecutive days if you prefer (please put your request in the comments section when booking).
You may choose from one of these tours: the submarine tour times are at 9AM, 10AM (In Japanese language), 11AM, 12PM, 1PM or 2PM. and pair it with the 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, or 2PM whale watching excursion. Either activity can be scheduled first (though the timing will determine when the second activity will take place). |
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Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii |
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Submarine tours are available at 9AM, 10, 11, 12 PM, 1 and 2. Whale watching cruises depart at 8AM, 10, 12PM, and 2. |
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Activity Highlights:- 90-minute Atlantis Submarine tour
- 45 minutes under water
- First-class seats for you to see the world's largest aquarium, the Pacific Ocean!
- Air-conditioned interior
- Spectacular underwater vistas
- The only submarine tour that takes you down to depths of over 100 feet
- View marine life up close and in their natural habitat, rather than in a zoo or aquarium park
- View colorful tropical fish, eels, turtles and maybe see even sharks, dolphins and whales
- Learn about coral reef life and submersibles while viewing a sunken ship
- Audio headset narrations in Japanese are available
- A whale watching cruise with guaranteed whale sightings
- 2 hour whale watching cruise
- Boat features plenty of space and an onboard restroom
- Up close and personal viewing - you'll have an ocean level view of the whales on a smaller, less crowded tour boat
- Get up-close views of these huge mammals
- Trained onboard naturalist provides insightful commentary on whales
- Excellent photo opportunities, both under water and above
When? - 7 days a week from December 20 through March 31, 2008
- Submarine departs at 9AM, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM or 2PM. and pair it with the 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, or 2PM.
- Whale watch cruise departs at 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, or 2PM.
- Submarine tour duration: 90 minutes
- Whale watch cruise duration: 2 hours
- May be done on non-consecutive days
Where? - Atlantis Submarine ticket office at Lahaina Harbor, Slip 18, to get your tickets please present your voucher.
- The Whale Watching boat leaves from slip 11, and the Submarine leaves from slip 18.
Restrictions: - Children must be a minimum of 3 feet (91 centimeter) in height to ride the submarine.
- Each guest is required to independently navigate a nearly vertical 7-step ladder into and out of the submarine.
Note: - Check-in required 30 minutes before the scheduled submarine tour time.
- Food and beverages will not be provided for this activity.
Tip: - If you like taking pictures while in the submarine, you'll get the best shots if you hold your camera's lens as close to the glass of the view port as possible. Also, 400 ASA film works best. And don't use a flash.
Fun Facts: - Due to the filtered sunlight, the colors under water change. So don't be surprised when suddenly the white shirt you're wearing is turning yellow or your friend's brown eyes are turning blue!
- To catch food, humpback whales blow nets of bubbles around schools of fish. Then they swim up through the bubble net to catch their food.
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From downtown Lahaina: Continue north on Front Street past the Malu Ulu O Lele Park. After passing Dickenson Street toward your right, the Lahaina Boat Harbor is on the left-hand side of the street. |
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