Waikiki Beach Glass Bottom Boat Cruise

Name: Waikiki Beach Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
Brand: Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats
SKU: 21114P4
Price: 41 USD
Rating: 4.5 (313 reviews)

Recommended by 94% of travelers

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Oahu, USA

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Booked 5+ times last week!

1 hour (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.7

· 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.

· 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.

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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
Canopy-covered deck for shade and comfort
Bottled water
complimentary photos

Parking
Gratuity
Alcoholic beverages (guests may BYOB)
$1/hr Metered parking is available upfront

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats
1025 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
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate

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
Priority Boarding Available
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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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.

Questions?

Visit the Viator Help Centre for any further questions.

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

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

254

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Great fun and good people running this

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.

Disappointing experience

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.

Lots of fun!

Dianna_N, Jul 2025

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

Nice ride

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!

Great boat ride!

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.

Superb

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.

Glass Bottom Boat Tour - worth the money.

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.

Lovely subtle tour

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!

Amazing experience

Laura_M, Feb 2025

Amazing experience! The captains were wonderful and we got to see a whale family. 10/10 recommend :)

Vibe

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..

Fun easy excursion!

Anya_F, Oct 2024

Great tour. Wonderful crew. Easy tour for everyone to enjoy. Very easy boarding, smooth ride. Provided water which is nice.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Aloha Anya_F! Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us a review. We're so pleased to know that you found the tour easy and enjoyable, and that our crew could contribute to your positive experience. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we hope to welcome you back on a future trip!

Reef view from on top of the water

Skot_B, Oct 2024

NOT exactly glass bottom boats, should be listed as Glass window viewing from the deck (about 7’ away). Many were confused with this. However, just getting on the water was nice and the captan shared history of most everything we saw while out there. Worth the money I believe but I think they should re market this experience as a short small boat experience with views of the reef from a safe standing observation spot.

We had the best time! It...

Nicole_W, Oct 2024

We had the best time! It was beautiful out and the captain and deckhand were so awesome! Definitely a great experience all around.

Entertaining

Christina_G, Sept 2024

Jim and Kiko were wonderful hosts. We really enjoyed seeing Waikiki from the water. We also saw some fish and several turtles.

Glass Bottom Boat

Marion_T, Sept 2024

The crew were very friendly and informative about the area. They pointed out where the turtles were and told us about the history of the island and the buildings we could see from the boat! All in all a trip worth taking!

The glass could have been...

Tejal_L, Aug 2024

The glass could have been more clear. We did not see any fishes or turtles. They should have canceled the tour if weather is too windy instead of giving bad experience

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Aloha Tejal_L, thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are sorry to hear that the clarity of the glass during your tour did not meet your expectations. We understand how important it is to have a clear view of the underwater life. Weather conditions can sometimes be unpredictable, but we strive to provide the best experience possible and will take your feedback into account to improve our decision-making process regarding tour cancellations. We hope you might consider giving us another try in the future.

2024 HI Trip

Armetta_M, Aug 2024

Enjoyable & look forward time doing it again. Host was knowledgeable & very informative on the sights we saw.

Relaxing

Kathleen_U, Aug 2024

Relaxing trip with friendly, knowledgeable crew. Saw some turtles and fishes plus the waves were calm during our trip.

Great tour!

Teresa_M, Jul 2024

I went on this tour with my husband and his parents and we had a great time. The captain was funny and pointed out so many interesting things. I would recommend this tour to anyone.

“Glass Bottom” boat??? No, it’s not.

Amir_L, Jul 2024

Austin and Rob were the perfect tour guides. Fun, informative, and exciting. I’d highly recommend this tour. Although it should be stated that it’s not REALLY a “glass bottom” boat. It has 4 squares of “glass” that you can look into on each corner of the boat.. but to call it a “glass bottom boat” is really misleading.