A True Sense of Place... Hawaii Day Cruise...
In 1778,
Captain Cook's cruise was greeted on the Big Island of Hawaii by over
15,000 double hulled sailing canoes. Island Spirit mimics the
stability, grace, comfort and space of these traditional voyaging
canoes, blended with the latest in sailing technology. To continue
our policy of intimate one-on-one sails, we have all 42 feet of her
dedicated to a mere 4 - 15 passengers for marine mammal watching, snorkel and coastal cruises.
For wild dolphin swims, the maximum
number of swimmers is 10.
For classroom,
corporate or special occasion (i.e., weddings, fundraising, etc.)
charters, our up to 25 passenger limit still provides ample room.
Inquire about overnighters, extended,
private sails or other adventuress. Best of all, all of our above-cost
proceeds are donated to the local Wild Dolphin Foundation to further
their actions in conservation of the marine environment.
This well-built, stable yacht (safe for all ages and wheelchair accesible)
was first launched in 1977,was well-loved, kept in excellent condition,
and substantially refitted and re-rigged in 2002. An on-deck fresh
water shower keeps things comfortable after snorkeling, and can be
critical for those catching last minute flights home!The drop-down
stepladder makes both getting into and out fo the water a breeze.
Although we pick up and leave from rural Waianae Boat Harbor, the
hull of Island Spirit was built for beach landings, fitted
with metal keel shoes and prop and rudder guards as well as the bow
loading steps.
She's passenger friendly with lots of seating fore (two
trampolines), aft, and inside. Easy access cabin is spacious, has
6' 4" headroom and is laid out for comfort with plenty of shade.
There is a queen size berth in each hull and a marine head (bathroom)l.
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Move
the mouse over the boat to watch the dolphin spin .. . (Picture takes
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PROPULSION: Sloop rigged sail and auxiliary twin Yanmar 63 hp diesel
engines.
ELECTRONICS: VHF and CB radios, Coastal Navigator and Sea Scout fathometers,
Garmin GPS, Benmar 21 Autopilot, AM/FM stereo system, ACR 406 EPIRB.
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT: USCG safety equipment for 36 pax, 1700 watt
inverter, Simpson Lawrence anchor windlass, 3 electric and 2 manual
bilge pumps, and additional cockpit shade cover.
