UnCruise Adventures’ Hawaiian Seascapes Named No. 1 “Best Hawaii Cruise” in the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

Reader-voted honor shows the importance of small-ship, community-first, and adventure exploration across Molokai, Lanai, Maui, and Hawaii Island

JUNEAU, Alaska--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UnCruise Adventures announced today that its Hawaiian Seascapes itinerary aboard the 36-guest Safari Explorer was voted No. 1 for Best Hawaii Cruise in the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The recognition highlights traveler demand for intimate, locally rooted experiences that larger ships cannot provide.

The Hawaiian Seascapes route links Molokai, Lanai, Maui, and Hawaii Island with flexible daily adventures. Guests may paddleboard and kayak rarely touristed seas, snorkel coral gardens, and join guided hikes. Signature moments include an evening feast and music with Molokai hosts, hikes that explore the geology of the islands including a private waterfall and a volcanic ridge, and night snorkel with giant Pacific manta rays.

Unlike conventional large ships that are limited to deep-water piers and fixed timetables, Safari Explorer anchors in quiet coves and uses kayaks, paddleboards, and skiffs as the day’s transport. With only 36 guests, there are no lines and no casinos. Time is invested in snorkeling, beach landings, and cultural exchanges. The captain can adjust the route to follow wildlife and weather. The result is an expedition that favors firsthand exploration over spectatorship, which is why travelers voted it No. 1.

About UnCruise Adventures

UnCruise Adventures operates small ships carrying 22 to 86 guests that are built for access, flexibility, and low-impact exploration. The company partners with local guides and community hosts to help keep spending and cultural exchange in the places it visits. Voyages span Alaska’s Inside Passage, the Aleutian Islands, Prince William Sound, the Hawaiian Islands, Mexico’s Gulf of California, Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast, and Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands. A reader-voted win affirms the value of small-group travel that prioritizes access, authenticity, and stewardship. In addition to this USA TODAY honor, UnCruise Adventures has been picked as a top adventure company by Conde Nast Traveler, Newsweek, and Travel & Leisure. Operating under the US flag, the company takes pride in its crew and its significant contributions to the US economy.