USA · BOAT TOURS IN OAHU
Good boat tours in Oahu fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Moana’s Sunset Cocktail Sail along Waikiki, with Diamond Head views, drinks, whale spotting, tips, pricing, and booking advice.
“Really great experience, good drinks and friendly crew. Highly recommend. Comfortable ride with great views.”
See Waikiki, Diamond Head, reef fish, turtles, and seasonal whales from a covered glass-viewing boat on this short Honolulu cruise.
“So awesome, we got to see a whale , dolphins, turtles and fish several different types . My 7yo loved it and so did I , the tour guide captions were totally cool and we had fun! Will be booking again and recommending them to other friends and family, thank you guys so much !”
Snorkel with guaranteed green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon from Waikiki, with catamaran views, lunch, drinks, and helpful crew.
“The staff is very friendly, the boat is nice, and we did see turtles and some really pretty fish. Would recommend.”
Review of Waikiki’s Hawea catamaran snorkel, with Turtle Canyon sea turtles, reef fish, sailing, costs, tips, and practical details.
“It was a great experience! I saw a ton of fish and a bunch of sea turtles. Claire was great bringing us to where the cool sea life was and giving some info on them. On the way back Tony was great helping me get aome ginger ale (stomach wasn’t great). Anyway this crew was very attentive and informative! I would definitely go again. Ending my trip on this trip was unforgettable!”
See Oahu’s reefs, turtles, dolphins, and Diamond Head from a glass-bottom boat on this relaxed, affordable Honolulu harbor cruise.
“Really fun activity with knowledgeable guides who happily answered any questions we had.”
Review of Oahu Catamarans’ two-hour Turtle Canyon snorkel tour, with turtles guaranteed, friendly guides, gear, drinks, and practical booking tips.
“Very exhilarating experience - thecrew - Greg, Shannon & Haley - were wonderful!! Would definitely recommend’”
Review of Honolulu airport shuttle to Waikiki, Kahala, or the cruise terminal, with pricing, pickup tips, luggage rules, and honest advice.
“Driver was professional, waited for us at airport even though we were last out, went out is way to find our Air B&B and office called to check on us.”
Moana’s Waikīkī turtle snorkel cruise offers family-friendly reef time, helpful lifeguards, Diamond Head views, and a complimentary drink.
“did the turtle snorkel with wife and daughter captain and crew were great helping with getting in and out of the water as well as assisting while in the water as wife and daughter aren't great swimmers. crew was extremely friendly and helpful would definitely book again.”
Review of Oahu’s Waikiki sunset catamaran sail, with Diamond Head views, drinks, snacks, shuttle details, weather tips, and honest value advice.
“Great experience! Staff were very nice and fun! Amazing sunset cruise! Must try in hawaii! Highly recommended!”
Review of Honolulu’s $51.90 shared airport shuttle, with hotel and cruise transfers, luggage help, timing tips, value advice, and key drawbacks.
“Did not get picked up from the airport I had to spend $80 for a cab . I fire with Delta had several delays could not make it at 1;30p. I called to get picked up at 9pm I was told to go to arranged pickup and wait. I waited 1 hour called back was told no pickup available”
Review of Oahu’s $44 BYOB sunset cruise, with Waikiki and Diamond Head views, snacks, practical tips, value, and booking advice.
“Great sunset cruise. Had originally booked sunset dinner cruise but got cancelled due to mechanical issues. Rained most us cruise but still great”
Snorkel with Hawaiian green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon, then sail Waikiki aboard Hāwea, a hand-built catamaran with drinks and ocean views.
“It was my first time snorkeling so I didn't know what to expect. I absolutely LOVED this tour/activity. The staff was beyond friendly and kind and super attentive they really wanted to make sure we had an enjoyable experience and soaked in every moment we could. it was the highlight of my trip and I would totally recommend Hawea to friends and family if they ever visit waikiki because this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to do!”
Review of Honolulu’s $25.95 shared airport shuttle, with luggage help, hotel and cruise transfers, lei upgrades, timing tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Speedi Shuttle greeter met us at baggage arrivals and then took us to our driver who was waiting! We were at destination shortly after.”
Review of VIP Trans shared Honolulu airport shuttle to Waikiki or the cruise terminal, including price, pickup tips, luggage rules, and service risks.
“I arrived at airport, picked up luggage and called VIP for pickup instructions. Walked to location waited 5 minutes and van picked us up. Everything was as planned and no issues.”
Review of Pink Sails Waikiki’s sunset cruise, with ocean swimming, Diamond Head views, snacks, drinks, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“Great experience, nice swim during sunset! Crew was awesome, great bang for the buck! Cute little dog aboard too, which was fun!”
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