Day Trip to Lanai | Quick Summaries & Info for Lanai Itineraries

Day Trip to Lanai | Quick Summaries & Info for Lanai Itineraries

Trying to decide between a ½ day itinerary or a full day – or a Beach visit? Then you have found the right Post!  Please have a look below for sorted & quick summaries of all our Lanai Day-Trip Itineraries (24 and counting).

Questions? Please contact us via the comment section at the bottom of this page, our Contact Form or phone us at 1 (888)-716-6366.

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½ Day Cat Sanctuary Itineraries – 6:30Am Departure/1:00PM Return

½ Day Cat Sanctuary Itineraries – 11:00AM Departure/5:30PM Return

Full Day Cat Sanctuary Itineraries – 6:30AM Departure/5:30PM Return

Full Day Cat Sanctuary Itineraries – With an Activity – 6:30AM Departure/5:30PM Return

½ Day Lanai City No Cats Itineraries – 6:30AM Departure/1:00PM Return & 11:00AM Departure/5:30PM Return

Full Day Lanai City No Cats Itineraries – 6:30AM Departure/5:30PM Return

Ferry Tickets Only – ½ Day & Full Day Itineraries – Round Trip

Questions? Please contact us via the comment section at the bottom of this page, our Contact Form or phone us at 1 (888)-716-6366.

½ Day Cat Sanctuary Itineraries – 6:30AM Departure/1:00PM Return

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Town & Cats 6:30AM-1:00PM – BOOK NOW

The Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Cats & Town 6:30AM-1:00PM Itinerary is our most popular 6:30AM-1:00PM itinerary. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and visit Town (Lanai City) for a breakfast stop or to look around, then transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary at 10:00AM. Final transfer at 11:30AM back to the Harbor for your 1:00PM return ferry.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Beach/Harbor & Cats 6:30AM-1:00PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Beach/Harbor & Cats 6:30AM-1:00PM Itinerary combines the Beach with a visit to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary. This ½ day itinerary conveniently gets you back to Maui’s Maalaea Harbor around 2:15PM. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and on arrival check-in with the Shuttle Van Drivers to confirm your pickup location either the Harbor or Beach. Visit Harbor or Beach until your 9:45AM pick up and transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary. Final transfer at 11:30AM back to the Harbor for your 1:00PM return ferry.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Cats ONLY 6:30AM-1:00PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Cats ONLY 6:30AM-1:00PM Itinerary is for guests not interested in the Beach/Harbor or Town and only want to visit the Cats. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and on arrival check-in with the Shuttle Van Drivers for your Transfer to Cat Sanctuary arriving around 8:30-8:45am. Wait until outer gate opens around 9:00am then wait at gazebo until they open the door into the enclosure. Note – #1 The scheduled opening time is 10:00am but the staff is opening earlier if the enclosure area is ready for visitors and guests are waiting, #2 The Cat Sanctuary is in a very “rural/isolated” spot so there is not anything close by to walk to. Final transfer at 11:30AM back to the Harbor for your 1:00PM return ferry.

NOTE: 1/2-day itineraries are not available on the second Thursday of each month due to safety exercises with the Coast Guard.

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½ Day Cat Sanctuary Itineraries – 11:00AM Departure/5:30PM Return

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Cats & Town 11:00AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

The Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Cats & Town 11:00AM-5:30PM Itinerary is our most popular 11:00AM-5:30PM itinerary. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 11:00AM and visit the Lanai Cat Sanctuary until 3:00PM closing time, then transfer to Town (Lanai City). Please be sure to check out the Mike Carroll Gallery. Final transfer at 4:15PM back to the Harbor for your 5:30PM return ferry.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry & Cats Only 11:00AM-5:30PM Stay till Close (Optional Beach Drop) – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry & Cats Only 11:00AM-5:30PM Stay till Close. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 11:00AM and visit the Lanai Cat Sanctuary until 3:00PM closing time, then transfer back to the Harbor or optionally to the Beach.  If you choose a Beach Drop, please plan to walk back to the Harbor and check in no later than 5:00PM for your 5:30PM departure.

NOTE: 1/2-day itineraries are not available on the second Thursday of each month due to safety exercises with the Coast Guard.

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Full Day Cat Sanctuary Itineraries – 6:30AM Departure/5:30PM Return

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Town, Cats & Beach 6:30AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Town, Cats & Beach 6:30AM-5:30PM Itinerary is our most popular 6:30AM-5:30PM itinerary. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and visit Town (Lanai City) for a breakfast stop or to look around, then transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary at 10:00AM. Final transfer at 1:00PM to the Beach. Then walk back to the Harbor for your 5:30PM return ferry.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Harbor/Beach, Cats & Town 6:30AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Harbor/Beach, Cats & Town 6:30AM-5:30PM activity combines a visit to the Lanai Cat Sanctury with Hulopoe Beach and Town (Lanai City). Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and on arrival check-in with the Shuttle Van Drivers to confirm your pickup location either the Harbor or Beach. Visit Harbor or Beach until your 9:45AM pick up and transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary. Visit with the cats until your 1:00PM transfer to Town. Then at 4:15PM, your final transfer from the flagpole pick up location in Town to the Harbor for your 5:30PM ferry departure.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Town & Cats 6:30AM-5:30PM Stay till Close – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Town & Cats 6:30AM-5:30PM Stay till Close, this activity departs Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and includes a visit to Town (Lanai City) for a breakfast stop or to look around, then transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary at 10:00AM.  Final transfer at 3:00PM closing time back to the Harbor for your 5:30PM return ferry.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Beach/Harbor & Cats 6:30AM-5:30PM Stay till Close – BOOK NOW

The Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry, Beach/Harbor & Cats 6:30AM-5:30PM Stay till Close activity combines a visit to Hulopoe Beach with an open till close visit at the Lanai Cat Sanctuary. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and on arrival check-in with the Shuttle Van Drivers to confirm your pickup location either the Harbor or Beach. Visit Harbor or Beach until your 9:45AM pick up and transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary. Final transfer at 3:00PM closing time back to the Harbor for your 5:30PM return ferry.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry & Cats Only 6:30AM-5:30PM Stay till Close – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Ferry & Cats Only 6:30AM-5:30PM Stay till Close is for guests not interested in the Beach/Harbor or Town and only want to visit the Cats. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and on arrival check-in with the Shuttle Van Drivers for your Transfer to Cat Sanctuary arriving around 8:30-8:45am. Wait until outer gate opens around 9:00am then wait at gazebo until they open the door into the enclosure. Note – #1 The scheduled opening time is 10:00am but the staff is opening earlier if the enclosure area is ready for visitors and guests are waiting, #2 The Cat Sanctuary is in a very “rural/isolated” spot so there is not anything close by to walk to. Final transfer at 3:00PM closing time back to the Harbor or optionally to the Beach. If you choose a Beach Drop, please plan to walk back to the Harbor and check in no later than 5:00PM for your 5:30PM departure.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Town, Cats & Town 6:30AM-5:30PM – Town Twice – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Town, Cats & Town 6:30AM-5:30PM – Town Twice activity is for guests not interested in a Beach visit. This itinerary includes 4 transfers -Town twice, once in the morning for Breakfast and then early afternoon for Lunch and Shopping. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and visit Town (Lanai City) for a breakfast stop or to look around, then transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary at 10:00AM. Next transfer at 1:00PM from the Lanai Cat Sanctuary to Town (Lanai City). Then at 4:15PM, your final transfer from the flagpole pick-up location in Town to the Harbor for your 5:30PM ferry departure.

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Full Day Cat Sanctuary Itineraries Combined with an Activity Spa or Resort Visit – 6:30AM Departure/5:30PM Return

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Town, Cats & Town 6:30AM-5:30PM – With a Spa Service – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Town, Cats & Town 6:30AM-5:30PM – With a Spa Service. This activity is for guests not interested in a Beach visit who would like to combine a visit to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary with Lanai City and a little pampering at Mimi’s Place Salon. This itinerary includes 4 transfers -Town twice, once in the morning for Breakfast and then early afternoon for Lunch and/or Spa service. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and visit Town (Lanai City) for a breakfast stop or to look around, then transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary at 10:00AM. Next transfer at 1:00PM from the Lanai Cat Sanctuary to Town (Lanai City) and your separately scheduled Spa service at Mim’s. Then at 4:15PM, your final transfer from the flagpole pick-up location in Town or from Mimi’s Salon to the Harbor for your 5:30PM ferry departure.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Maui to Lanai Ferry, Lanai City, Cat Sanctuary & Four Seasons Resort 6:30AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Maui to Lanai Ferry, Lanai City, Cat Sanctuary & Four Seasons Resort 6:30AM-5:30PM activity combines a visit to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary with Town, the Four Seasons Resort Lanai and Hulopoe Beach.

Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and visit Town (Lanai City) for a breakfast stop or to look around, then transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary at 10:00AM. Final transfer at 1:00PM to the Four Seasons Resort Lanai arriving between 1:30-1:45PM.

Note: You will need reservations in advance on the property for Lunch at Malibu Farms- Call FS at 1-877-709-1451 for reservations and availability. The pool and spa amenities are not available to non-guests.

When done with your lunch walk down to Hulopoe Beach via the beach path from the Four Seasons Resort Lanai. Walk back to the Harbor (4/10ths mile – 10-15 min walk) and check in at the Expedtions Podium at least 30 minutes prior to your 5:30PM Ferry departure.

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Maui to Lanai Ferry, Town, Cats & Adventure Park 6:30AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai Cat Sanctuary – Maui to Lanai Ferry, Town, Cats & Adventure Park 6:30AM-5:30PM activity combines a visit to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary with Town and the Four Seasons Adventure Park. Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and visit Town (Lanai City) for a breakfast stop or to look around, then transfer to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary at 10:00AM. Third transfer at 1:00PM to the Four Seasons Resort Lanai arriving between 1:30-1:45PM.

Note: You will need reservations in advance – Call FS Adventure Park at 1-808-563-0096 for reservations, availability & cost of the Aerial Tower or Zip Line activity.

After your Activity, walk back Town (approx. 1 mile) and then be picked up at 4:15pm for your Transfer back to Harbor for Return on the 5:30PM Ferry or request Pick Up at the Activity Center.

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1/2 Day Lanai City Itineraries (no cats)_– 6:30AM Depart/5:30PM Return

Lanai City: Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers 6:30AM-1:00PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai City: Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers 6:30AM-1:00PM. This package is for guest that want to spend their half day viist in Lanai City. It includes round trip Ferry tickets (Maalaea – Manele 6:30Am Depart/1:00PM Return) and one round trip shuttle van transfer from Manele Harbor to Lāna‘i City. Scheduled arrival time in Lanai City is 7:45AM. Scheduled pick up for the return to Harbor for the 1:00PM Ferry time is 11:45AM at the flagpole.

Hulopoe Beach & Lanai City | Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers | 6:30AM-1:00PM – BOOK NOW

Hulopoe Beach & Lanai City | Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers | 6:30AM-1:00PM. This itinerary is for people who are interested in visiting the Beach and Lanai City but not the Cat Sanctuary. Package includes-round trip ferry tickets, shuttle van transportation between Harbor or Beach and Lanai City.

Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and on arrival check-in with the Shuttle Van Drivers to confirm your pickup location either the Harbor or Beach. Visit Harbor or Beach until your 9:45AM pick up and transfer to Lanai City. Final transfer at 11:45PM back to the Harbor for your 1:00PM return ferry.

Lanai City, Ferry and Round Trip to Town Transfer Self-Guided Package 11:00AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai City, Ferry and Round Trip to Town Transfer Self-Guided Package 11:00AM-5:30PM. This package includes round trip Ferry (Maalaea – Manele 11:00AM Depart/5:30PM Return) and one round trip shuttle van transfer from Manele Harbor to Lāna‘i City. Scheduled arrival time is 12:15PM. Scheduled pick up for the return to Harbor for the 5:30PM Ferry time is 4:15PM at the flagpole.

NOTE: 1/2-day itineraries are not available on the second Thursday of each month due to safety exercises with the Coast Guard.

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Full Day Lanai City Itineraries (no cats)_– 6:30AM Depart/5:30PM Return

Lanai City & Hulopoe Beach | Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers | 6:30AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai City & Hulopoe Beach | Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers | 6:30AM-5:30PM. This itinerary is for people who are interested in visiting Lanai City and the Beach but not the Cat Sanctuary. Package includes-round trip ferry tickets, shuttle van transportation between Harbor, Lanai City  & Hulopoe Beach.

Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and visit Town (Lanai City) for a breakfast stop & early lunch or to look around. Transfer to Hulopoe Beach from Town at 1:15PM. Visit the Beach and then walk back to the Harbor (4/10ths mile – 10-15 min walk) and check in at the Expedtions Podium at least 30 minutes prior to your 5:30PM Ferry departure.

Hulopoe Beach & Lanai City | Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers | 6:30AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Hulopoe Beach & Lanai City| Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers | 6:30AM-5:30PM. This itinerary is for people who are interested in visiting the Beach and Lanai City but not the Cat Sanctuary. Package includes-round trip ferry tickets, shuttle van transportation between Harbor or Beach and Lanai City.

Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and on arrival check-in with the Shuttle Van Drivers to confirm your pickup location either the Harbor or Beach. Visit Harbor or Beach until your 9:45AM pick up and transfer to Lanai City. Final transfer at 4:15PM back to the Harbor for your 5:30PM return ferry.

Lanai City, Ferry and Round-Trip Town Only Transfer Self-Guided Package 6:30AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai City, Ferry and Round-Trip Town Transfer Self-Guided Package 6:30AM-5:30PM. This package is for guest that want to spend the entire day in Lanai City. It includes round trip Ferry tickets (Maalaea – Manele 6:30Am Depart/5:30PM Return) and one round trip shuttle van transfer from Manele Harbor to Lāna‘i City. Scheduled arrival time is 7:45AM. Scheduled pick up for the return to Harbor for the 5:30PM Ferry time is 4:15PM at the flagpole.

Lanai City, Four Seasons Resort & Hulopoe Beach | Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers | 6:30AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Lanai City, Four Seasons Resort & Hulopoe Beach | Maui to Lanai Ferry and Transfers | 6:30AM-5:30PM.  This itinerary is for people who are interested in visiting Lanai City, the Four Seasons Resort and the Beach but not the Cat Sanctuary. Package includes-round trip ferry tickets, shuttle van transportation between Harbor, Lanai City  & Four Seasons Resort. Walk back from the Beach to the Harbor.

Depart Maalaea Harbor at 6:30AM and visit Town (Lanai City) for a breakfast stop and to look around, then transfer to the Four Seasons Resort Lanai at 1:15PM – arriving approx.. 1:30-45PM.

Note: You will need reservations in advance on the property for Lunch at Malibu Farms- Call FS at 1-877-709-1451 for reservations and availability. The pool and spa amenities are not available to non-guests.

When done with your lunch walk down to Hulopoe Beach via the beach path from the Four Seasons Resort Lanai. Walk back to the Harbor (4/10ths mile – 10-15 min walk) and check in at the Expedtions Podium at least 30 minutes prior to your 5:30PM Ferry departure.

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Ferry Tickets Only – ½ Day & Full Day Itineraries – Round Trip

Expeditions Ferry Maui to Lanai Round Trip 6:30AM-1:00PM – BOOK NOW

Best Price Ferry Tickets Only for Independent Visitors to the Cat Sanctuary, Beach, Town or Jeep Rentals – Round Trip Expeditions Ferry Maalaea Harbor to Manele Harbor. Maalaea Harbor to Manele Harbor Depart 6:30AM – Return 1:00PM

Expeditions Ferry Maui to Lanai Round Trip 11:00AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Best Price Ferry Tickets Only for Independent Visitors to the Cat Sanctuary, Beach, Town or Jeep Rentals – Round Trip Expeditions Ferry Maalaea Harbor to Manele Harbor. Maalaea Harbor to Manele Harbor Depart 11:00AM – Return 5:30PM

Expeditions Ferry Maui to Lanai Round Trip 6:30AM-5:30PM – BOOK NOW

Best Price Ferry Tickets Only for Independent Visitors to the Cat Sanctuary, Beach, Town or Jeep Rentals – Round Trip Expeditions Ferry Maalaea Harbor to Manele Harbor. Maalaea Harbor to Manele Harbor Depart 6:30AM – Return 5:30PM

NOTE: 1/2-day itineraries are not available on the second Thursday of each month due to safety exercises with the Coast Guard.

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How do I get my Ferry Tickets & Directions?

Q. How do I get my Ferry Tickets?
A. When you check in at the Expeditions Maalaea Ticket Booth give the attendant your names and have your ID handy and they will give you your roundtrip tickets. Their ticket booth is located at 101 Maalaea Boat Harbor Rd.:Google Map Link Directions

There will be an info & directions message included at the bottom of your booking receipt, and we also send a reminder info & directions text to you the evening before departure. Note: Expeditions asks that you check in early – at least 30-45 minutes prior to your departure time. Expeditions may also send a separate email with information about your ferry reservation and other general information, some of which will not be applicable to your itinerary. Your Shuttle Transfers are included, and we make ALL the Arrangements, so you do not need to confirm transfers.

Q. How long is the ferry ride between Maui and Lanai?
A. About 1 hour and 10-15 minutes.

Q. What about Parking at Maalaea Harbor?
A. If you do not Cab or Uber the parking at Maalaea Harbor is all paid parking. Payable via QR Code signposted or at one of the 6 pay stations. Parking is managed by Secure Parking 1-808-517-1311. Nearest pay station to Expeditions is located near slip 62. Please allow ample time to find a parking spot, pay and make your way to Expeditions check in. (There is overflow parking above the Harbor where the aquarium is located.) For more information, please check out our Post about Maalaea Parking.

Tip – Read more about the Maui Lanai Ferry Schedule.

How do I find the Shuttle on Lanai?

Q. How do I find the Shuttle on Lanai?
A. When you disembark on Lanai, please head up the gangway. Your shuttle van transfer driver will be waiting for you with a sign that has “Lanai City Shuttle Service/Rabaca’s Limousine Service” on it. Please check in with the drivers and let them know that you are Lost on Lāna’i Voucher Guests going to the Cat Sanctuary and they will direct you to the correct shuttle van.

There is only one shuttle service on Lanai & they will have you on their passenger list for the day. Shuttle transfers during the day operate at a set schedule coordinated with your itinerary.

Day-Trip to Lāna‘i

A day-trip to Lānaʻi is an easy ferry ride from Maui, departing from Maalaea Harbor.  You can book your day trip itinerary with Lost on Lānaʻi that includes your round trip Maui to Lānaʻi ferry and Lāna‘i Shuttle transfers to the Lāna‘Cat Sanctuary. We handle the details, and you enjoy the island! Visit the Lāna‘i Cat Sanctuary, Lāna‘i City or Hulopo‘e Beach.

Want to do your own thing? We have you covered with the best price on Ferry Tickets Only for independent travelers

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