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Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular cruises & boat tours, with prices, run times and the boat or operator behind each one. The trips worth a morning on the water or a day around the island, and what each one actually gets you.
Waikiki sunset sailing on Moana Catamaran with premium cocktails, Diamond Head views, and dolphin or humpback whale chances on a 2-hour cruise.
Most Popular“The staff was excellent from the moment we arrived. Everything was ran smoothly. The girls had great personalities and provided excellent customer service. I highly recommend.”
Waikiki glass-bottom boat cruise in Honolulu for $46: 60 minutes of marine life views and island scenery without getting wet.
“Very kid friendly, the boat driver and tour guide knew a lot of information and was very nice. We saw spinner dolphins, a turtle, and fish. I will say that we mostly just looked of the edge of the boat from the bench that kids stand on against the railing, the glass bottom part wasn't…”
Waikiki turtle snorkeling with a catamaran sail to Turtle Canyon, snorkeling gear, and lunch or drinks, with a turtle sighting guarantee.
“It was a great experience! We had Chris, Clay and Cabrina as our guides and captains. Very entertaining crew! They went over safety precautions and gave clear directions. I’m not a strong swimmer, and I felt completely safe with the high visibility life vest and snorkel gear. Clay and Cabrina go out in the ocean…”
1-hour Honolulu glass-bottom boat on Oahu’s South Shore: sea turtles, dolphins, reef life, and Diamond Head views from Kewalo Basin. $40.
“Great boat and the guides were really knowledgeable about the bay and the marine life”
Oahu catamaran snorkel at Turtle Canyon Reef with a 100% turtle sighting guarantee, guided swim, and onboard snacks.
“Had a great experience. Lucy was incredible. Can't thank her enough for helping out with my 6 year old daughter.”
Oahu catamaran cruise from Ko Olina with dolphin and whale spotting, then guided snorkeling, plus a Hawaiian buffet and drinks.
“Bring sunscreen and wear a suit or swimwear you can move easily in. Swimming in the ocean is more challenging & strenuous than a pool so be aware. You will be barefoot on the boat, but it’s much easier to move around without shoes on. There are restrooms on the boat. The crew was fantastic!…”
One-way shared shuttle from HNL to Waikiki, Kahala, and Cruise Terminal with VIP meet-and-greet, luggage help, and local know-how.
“Judy was right there at the airport when we arrived and called our name for the transfer to the hotel. We chatted waiting for other flights to arrive for additional people getting transfers. It was a relatively short wait for the other transfers then we boarded the minivan to our hotel. The van driver was…”
Enjoy a Honolulu sunset dinner cruise with a Champagne-style toast, 5-course meal, and live Hawaiian culture show with great Diamond Head views.
“Delicious food, amazing service, beautiful views, and wonderful performers. We had a great time on this dinner cruise. It seems to be suitable for everyone. They also have elevators for guests who might need it. However I’m not sure if they can accommodate dietary restrictions. I am pregnant and they were able to cook my…”
Honolulu sunset dinner cruise with fresh-cooked onboard meal, tiki bar BYOB, and big views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and city lights.
“It was canceled due to engine trouble so we couldn't go on the cruise. We really were disappointed not to go”
Trade Waikiki crowds for a 2-hour sunset catamaran from Ala Moana with Diamond Head views, complimentary pupus, and BYOB.
“Amazing sunset cruise! Crash and Shannon are truly fantastic hosts who made our entire trip smooth and wonderful.🌄”
Shared round-trip shuttle between Honolulu Airport and Waikiki or cruise terminals, with meet-and-greet, luggage help, and A/C Mercedes van.
“Timely, explained trip well, quite the jokester! Nice van, water available. Good trip! Viator has never failed me!”
Fast zodiac snorkel to Turtle Canyon from Honolulu for up to 6 people, with gear included and a sea-turtle sighting promise.
“Great boat ride! Didn't see many turtles and it was still wonderful! Such a warm, sunny, beautiful day!”
BYOB Waikiki sunset cruise with Diamond Head views, deck time for golden light, snacks included, and easy check-in from Kewalo Basin.
“Beautiful sunset. Courteous staff, did not over stuff the boat with guests. We were able to walk around comfortably. Fun time was had by all. Would definitely book again.”
Fast Oahu luxury catamaran with Waikiki views, dolphin and turtle spotting, and seasonal whales. Sunset includes buffet and a drink.
“Our Makani Catamaran Cruise was fabulous! The views were breathtaking, food delicious and the staff was very personable. This is a "must do" when you visit Honolulu.”
Waikiki deluxe catamaran whale watch from Kewalo Basin with a premium bar, humpback migration talk, and re-ride if no whales.
“This was a whale watching cruise on a catamaran. Because it was early in the season, we knew there was a chance we wouldn’t see whales. Even though we didn’t, it was still a beautiful cruise and the crew, Captain Chris, Keoni & Phil were great. And the selection of beverages were great.”
From Pearl Harbor to the North Shore, the reef off Waikiki to the valleys of the windward coast. Every way to spend a day on the island.
