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Waikiki Beach Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
Recommended by 94% of travelers
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Oahu, USA
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get out onto the water in Oahu for a marine-life spotting cruise, even if you have limited to spare. This glass-bottom boat tour is the perfect introduction to Hawaiian sea life, as the expert captain and crew help spot creatures like green sea turtles, migrating whales, and dolphins. Unlike other catamaran cruises, this one lets you look below the surface of the water.
- Explore the Pacific Ocean on a top-rated sightseeing cruise from Honolulu
- See tropical fish and coral reefs without getting wet, thanks to clear viewing portals
- Hear local Hawaiian legends and stories from the friendly captain and crew
- Quick and easy option for families and first-time visitors to Oahu
What's Included
- 60-minute sightseeing cruise
- Marine life viewing (dolphins, turtles, whales during the season
- Experienced captain and crew
- Parking
- Gratuity
- Alcoholic beverages (guests may BYOB)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats1025 Ala Moana Blvd Slip F21, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
Meet at the Kewalo Basin Harbor Slip F21 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
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Kewalo Basin
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Waikiki Beach
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- We cannot accommodate power wheelchairs. There is one step across from the dock to board the boat
- We recommend bringing infants in a car seat or hands-free carrier
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q:Where is the departure point for the Waikiki Beach Sightseeing Cruise?
A:We’re in the Kewalo Basin Harbor. Our address is 1009 Ala Moana Blvd Honolulu, HI 96814, slip F26. You can find us at the front of the harbor along Ala Moana Blvd, close to the entrance near Ward Ave.
Mar 2021
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Product code: 21114P4
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Featured review
Genesis_M
I had a great a great time seeing the dolphin’s and sea turtle. The captain was very polite and funny ! Would definitely recommend to friends and family for next visit !
Reviews
4.7
based on 313 reviews
TERRY_H, Nov 2025
We took the fireworks cruise on Friday night. Great, highly recommended. Boat was clean and in good shape and not over crowded.
Millicent_S, Oct 2025
We saw dolphins and turtles above the water which was ok. Nice boat ride, but nothing visible under the boat.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the boat ride and were able to see dolphins and turtles; those are certainly special moments! However, we’re sorry to learn that you didn't have the opportunity to see more marine life below the water during your trip.
Dianna_N, Jul 2025
The time we spent on our Glass Bottom Boat trip was well spent. The boat crew were amazing. They were funny, interesting and helpful. We saw a variety of fish and a couple of turtles. The value of the trip was great! It was lots of fun for little money. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Mahalo so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Glass Bottom Boat trip and found the time well spent. It's fantastic to know that our crew made a positive impact with their humor and helpfulness.
We’re glad you were able to see a variety of fish and some turtles—what a treat! We truly appreciate your kind words about the value of the trip, and we’re delighted that you had so much fun without breaking the bank.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another exciting adventure soon!
Mahalo
Donna_H, May 2025
Although we did not see any fish dolphins or turtles, the ride was very nice. The guides were great and yes, we enjoyed ourself.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the ride and that our guides contributed to your positive experience. We understand how disappointing it can be not to see the marine life we hope for, but we appreciate your understanding and positive attitude. Your insights are valuable to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another tour where you can see more of the ocean life. Safe travels!
Wendy_M, Apr 2025
The boat ride was great! Our tour guide was excellent we enjoyed his dad jokes:) We were lucky and got to see sea turtles, dolphins and fish. Overall great experience.
Response from Host, May 2025
Aloha,
Thank you for your delightful review! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the boat ride and had a great time with our tour guide, especially his dad jokes! It’s fantastic that you were able to see sea turtles, dolphins, and fish during your adventure.
We appreciate your feedback and are thrilled that you had an overall great experience. We hope to welcome you back for another fun-filled trip on the water soon!
Mahalo for sharing.
Patrick_A, Apr 2025
Staff was friendly and mingled with all the passengers with good knowledge of the area well worth the price paid
Response from Host, May 2025
Aloha,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that our staff made your experience enjoyable by mingling with passengers and sharing their knowledge of the area. It’s great to know you felt the tour was well worth the price!
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure on the water soon!
Mahalo for choosing us.
Laurie_H, Mar 2025
It was a great value for the money. The guides were knowledgeable and shared information about the wildlife and the area in general. Just being out on the water was a great experience.
Valerie_B, Mar 2025
Was good, we seen a few dolphins and two turtles, plenty of state fishes. Prompted my kid to want to do snorkeling but I didn’t feel to.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re glad to hear you had a good experience and were able to spot dolphins and turtles, along with the vibrant state fish. It’s great that the adventure prompted your kid's interest in snorkeling! If you ever decide to give it a try, we’d love to have you join us again for another fun experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
Laura_M, Feb 2025
Amazing experience! The captains were wonderful and we got to see a whale family. 10/10 recommend :)
Rosalenea_Y, Dec 2024
Hearing the Hawaii stories and seeing the fish and turtles the whole ride was a vibe and our driver and instructor were the bomb..
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