OAHU
Oahu’s best days out.
The 14 most popular sailing 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 turtle snorkeling with a catamaran sail to Turtle Canyon, snorkeling gear, and lunch or drinks, with a turtle sighting guarantee.
Most Popular“The catamaran sail was very enjoyable but the snorkeling was very crowded. Lunch was simply a deli wrap.”
Oahu catamaran snorkel at Turtle Canyon Reef with a 100% turtle sighting guarantee, guided swim, and onboard snacks.
“Definitely recommend booking with them! The 100% guarantee turtle sighting is true! One of the crew members gave us a tour and another was with us in the water as our lifeguard. Great experience all around!”
Trade Waikiki crowds for a 2-hour sunset catamaran from Ala Moana with Diamond Head views, complimentary pupus, and BYOB.
“Such a beautiful experience! The staff were so kind. It was worth it for sure! The sunset was gorgeous and we even saw 2 whales! They served beverages and had a nice spread of food as well! 10/10 would recommend!!!”
Fast Oahu luxury catamaran with Waikiki views, dolphin and turtle spotting, and seasonal whales. Sunset includes buffet and a drink.
“Fun night, crew is great! Beautiful views , would book this again! Was the best way to kick off our vaca”
Waikiki deluxe catamaran whale watch from Kewalo Basin with a premium bar, humpback migration talk, and re-ride if no whales.
“Great time! Captain Chris and crew were fantastic. Saw some whales, had a great boat ride. Highly recommend this adventure!”
Sail and snorkel off Ko Olina on a 53-foot catamaran with lunch, snorkel gear, and included drinks for adults 21+.
“What a lovely experience! I had been wanting to do a catamaran in Hawaii and finally was able to do it. A friend recommend this to me. Great and helpful staff! Lovely snorkeling!”
Waikiki Friday night fireworks from a catamaran: Diamond Head views, sunset sailing, music, and a cash bar on a 1h45 cruise.
“Boat crew was great! Very helpful and gave great information. Boat ride got a little bumpy and the crew was great about giving information to make you feel comfortable. Fireworks show was very underwhelming and disappointing.”
Waikiki sunset catamaran with a refreshing ocean swim, Diamond Head views, and a fun, safety-first crew from Pink Sails Waikiki.
“Wonderful. My family loved it, and I did as well. Highly recommend”
Swim with wild dolphins off Oahu, then snorkel at Makaha with a 21-ft waterslide, lunch, and ocean toys included.
“Read careful No guarantee swim with dolphins if no doubles you can try again at 50% off which is crazy You have to request a glass of water and when they are bust you do without bring water if you go and be aware you may or may not swim with dolphins and/or turtles grandkids…”
Private 2-hour catamaran cruise off Honolulu with snorkeling, turtle sightings, Diamond Head views, and BYOB comfort for up to six.
“Great communication, we met our two-man crew and were immediately comfortable and having fun on the boat. Blue tooth stereo, pouring our own drinks. Made a stop to see turtles, and another to splash around. Even went out far to look unsuccessfully for whales. Great company, and they even gave us perfect weather.”
BYOB Waikiki sunset sail on the Hokulani trimaran with swim and snorkel, plus Diamond Head views, music, and great photo moments.
“What a fun time! Wow! Crew was incredible. Kept us laughing the entire time, not to mention the amazing sail and swim. We saw dolphins and turtles. A rainbow and impeccable sunset. If I could give 10 stars, I would. Perfect ending to our trip.”
Small-group Ko Olina sunset yacht cruise with chef tasting menu, hosted bar, and wildlife spotting. Up to 6 guests, 2.5 hours.
“Here’s a polished review you can post on Google, TripAdvisor, or directly to the charter company:”
90-minute Aloha Hour catamaran sail from Waikiki. Drinks included, Diamond Head views, and possible whale and dolphin sightings.
“Great crew and great service. Would like to have seen more besides Waikiki from a few hundred yards offshore; but crew was great!”
A 2-hour Ko Olina sunset catamaran with charcuterie, snacks, and complimentary cocktails, cruising off Oahu’s coast for big golden-hour views.
“Even though we didn’t see any whales or even a sunset (cloudy), the captain and crew were so friendly and helpful. They served the drinks quickly and frequently (open bar - recommend the naked pirate) and we had wonderful conversations with them and other passengers while we enjoyed cruising up the coast of Oahu.”
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.
