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Daytime Waikiki Boat Tour
4.3
78 Ratings
Honolulu
Embark on a daytime boat tour in Waikiki and experience the beauty of Oʻahu's South Shore. Sail aboard the spacious Haleiwa Queen, learn the history of Waikīkī, and explore the vibrant ocean floor with magnified glass bottom viewports.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kewalo Basin - PLEASE ARRIVE 20-MINUTES BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED DEPARTURE TIME
Located in the Kewalo Basin Harbor at Slip F26. Look for the BIG RED SIGN
Driving
- Enter 1009 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813 if using GPS
- Take the first entrance into the harbor, closest to the intersection of Ala Moana Blvd + Ward Ave
- As you turn off Ala Moana Blvd. we are on the front row of the marina that runs parallel to Ala Moana Blvd.
- $1/hr Metered parking is available upfront, near the restrooms, and towards the south end of the harbor closest to Waikiki and Diamond Head.
City Bus
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Take bus #19, #20, or #42 from Waikiki
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Exit at Ala Moana Blvd + Ward Ave
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Walk to the boat in Slip F26
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Waikiki Beach - See the iconic Waikiki Beach Boardwalk
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Diamond Head State Monument - Get the best view of the famous volcanic tuff cone.
What's Included
- Learn about the history and culture of Hawaiʻi
- Experience the underwater sea world of Hawaii from the comforts of the boat
- A canopy covered deck for shade
- Bottled water (you’re welcome to bring any food or drinks on board)
- Dolphin & marine life watching. Whales during winter months
- See the beautiful evening lights of Waikiki
- On-board restrooms
- Sightseeing cruise Day and Evening Sunset
What's Not Included
- The listed price does not include a parking fee. Kewalo Basin Harbor is a pay to park Harbor. The city bus from Waikiki to the harbor takes approx 20 minutes
- Alcoholic drinks (BYOB is ok).
- Gratuities (optional) Captain and Crew split all gratuities.
- Transportation to and from the marina
- $1/hr Metered parking is available upfront
Additional Information
Experience the beauty of Oʻahu’s South Shore as we sail toward Lēʻahi (Diamond Head) aboard the spacious Haleiwa Queen, a 50ft power catamaran with 49 seats, an onboard restroom, a shaded deck, and complimentary beverages. Discover the history of Waikīkī, where chiefs and commoners once resided. Our local crew members, born and raised here, will share stories of their ancestors and their own experiences growing up in this enchanting place, Hawaiʻi. As lifelong watermen, our crew will convey their passion, love, and respect for the ocean. You’ll explore the vibrant ocean floor through our magnified glass bottom viewports. Enjoy the clear view of the Pacific Ocean as we cruise over live coral reefs, encountering tropical fish, honu (sea turtles), eels, reef sharks, dolphins, and humpback whales in season.
PLEASE NOTE: Our crew will make every effort to allow guests to see marine life, but due to conditions beyond our control, we CANNOT guarantee any animal sightings.
- Guests who reschedule with less than 24-hours notice will be required to pay an additional $20 per person change fee
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats are not available
- Lifejackets are provided for all ages
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide names and ages of all passengers. This is mandatory for our US Coast Guard Manifest
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Dress code is casual, sunscreen is advised. Evening tours may be cool, light jacket or sweaters recommended.
- Credit cards are charged at time of booking. A strict 48 hour cancellation applies.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
1009 Ala Moana Blvd
Ala Moana Boulevard
Meet at the Kewalo Basin Harbor Slip F26
Look for the BIG RED SIGN
**Car**
- GPS: 1009 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813
- Harbor entrance near Ala Moana Blvd + Ward Ave
- Boat is on front side of harbor near Ala Moana Blvd
**Bus**
- Take bus #19, #20, or #42
- Exit at Ala Moana Blvd + Ward Ave
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.3
(78 Ratings)
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Travelhbjtravel
May 28, 2024
No complaints! - This 1 hour tour was an amazing start to our day. We did the 8:45am tour. The two guys who led us were GREAT! The boat operator was cool, easy going, and funny. He shared enough info but didn’t over talk us. The other guy was prepared with fish food so we could see various fish while on the tour. We also got to see a large group/school of dolphins (around 15 or so) while sleeping as they’re nocturnal (I learned!). We also saw a few awake who were swimming right along our boat. Amazing views of Honolulu and Diamond Head. We had unlimited water and we brought a few snacks and drinks for ourselves. The morning tour turned out to be ideal, because the it was not crowded and the weather was gorgeous — the sun is out but it’s a beautiful breeze so you didn’t get too hot from the sun! The boat operator/captain even gave a shout-out to my brother for his birthday. And my husband’s hat flew off, but one of the assistants retrieved it for him. Whew! When the hour was over, we ALL wanted to stay longer and wished the tour was at least 2 hours. GREAT, SIMPLE, RELAXING, FUN, no-frills boat tour. Highly recommend!
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Elijah_b
May 26, 2024
Glass Bottom adventure - Tour guides were fun and interactive, never felt like they were reading from a script. More than your money’s worth here.
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Desiree_l
May 25, 2024
Must do! - Saw lots of fish. Crew was great. Professional. Helpful. Went out of their way to make sure we saw fish.
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Marlag882
Apr 24, 2024
Welcoming, Informative, kid-Friendly - My 11 yo daughter and I went on a cruise while visiting Honolulu. The tour was light-hearted, welcoming, and interesting for both of us. We were fortunate enough to see fish, spinner dolphins, and turtles. We both learned about Hawaiian culture and the city scape we were passing.
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N186fpjonb
Apr 18, 2024
A pleasant afternoon on the water - Everything about this tour was nice. Checkin was easy-I filled out my waiver on line. Boat loading was quick. Jim was our captain and he was a lot of fun. The boat ride was smooth and relaxing. What a different view you get from the water of the water. We saw a couple of sea turtles but the conditions were not right for seeing the reef or the shipwrecks. All and all it was worth the money
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I150xususanm
Apr 18, 2024
Relaxing boat ride. - Very pleasant and staff was fun to listen to. No whales, but we did see a few sea turtles and pods of dolphins. Beautiful day and the 1 hour tip was the perfect length.
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L6056xncynthiam
Mar 25, 2024
Worth the Experience - The crew was extremely professional, friendly and knowledgeable. The boat was comfortable, and the views of the coastline were gorgeous. Although we only saw a few fish, the tour was well worth it.
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Jill_r
Mar 21, 2024
Great Captains and Fun Trip - Enjoyed this trip very much! Our captain Jim and his sidekick were amazing and shared a ton of great information we wouldn’t have otherwise known. Fun time!
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Elizabeth_b
May 27, 2024
1-Hour Tour Was a Good Value - It was a beautiful day to take a 1-hour boat tour of the island of Oahu. We did see 2 turtles and a shipwreck, which was very interesting. The boat skipper, a very capable woman, and the tour guide, a very knowledgeable Hawaiian native were really friendly. We had a good time!
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Erin_h
May 17, 2024
Fun on the sea! - Beautiful tour. The guides were extremely knowledgeable and very entertaining. They made sure to search for wildlife and let everyone know where it was do they could take pictures.
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