A rare opportunity to acquire a Lahaina-based charter company holding a Commercial Use Permit (VME) allowing vessel loading and unloading from the Lahaina Small Boat Harbor. The vessel associated with this operation is moored in the Lahaina Mooring Field just offshore.

Originally issued for up to 24 passengers, the permit is currently being held as a 6-passenger authorization due to the statewide moratorium on changes to commercial activity. It is expected that once the moratorium is lifted, the permit will revert to its originally issued capacity of up to 24 passengers. There may also be a pathway to operate with up to 24 passengers sooner under specific operating conditions, including requirements that passengers remain aboard the vessel and do not enter state waters.

This permit authorizes charter operations for activities such as snorkeling, whale watching, sunset cruises, and private tours. Importantly, VME-based operators have been among the first permitted to resume commercial activity out of Lahaina following the harbor’s restricted access after the fire.

Sale includes the company with permits—no vessel included.

Don’t miss this chance to establish a strong foothold in West Maui’s recovering and high-demand charter market.