Top Hawaii Day Cruises

Experience one of Hawaii’s famous sunsets on a cruise along Waikiki’s coast. Board your vessel and watch the sky change colors as the sun starts to dip below the horizon. While you sail, keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and, from November to May, even humpback whales. You can also enjoy views of Waikiki landmarks including Diamond Head.

Journey back in time — when ancient, powerful Kings ruled the rugged, fertile land of the Hawaiian Islands — on this 3-hour dinner cruise to Kealakekua Bay. Travel 12 miles down the Kona Coast to the Captain Cook monument. Learn the many secrets of the Big Island as a local historian points out more than 50 points of interest along the way.

Enjoy a ‘front-row seat’ for Maui’s epic sunset accompanied by handcrafted cocktails and snacks during this sailing cruise from Kaanapali Beach. Enjoy views of nearby Lanai, Molokai, and Kahoolawe from your boat, cocktail and food in hand, as the Hawaiian sky puts on its nightly display. Snacks, unlimited alcoholic drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages are all included.

Spend a relaxing two hours on an evening catamaran cruise from Waikiki. With maximum 25 passengers on board, you can enjoy the city without the hustle and bustle. Relax and watch the sunset from the deck and see Waikiki as it begins to light up for the evening. Your journey is further enhanced with provided drinks and snacks.

Plan your vacation ahead of time by purchasing tickets for this sunset cruise from Oahu. Dine on a crab and steak dinner while watching live Hawaiian entertainment, a show called '60 Years of Aloha' and see vista views over the Oahu coast. Plus, enjoy a stress-free start with an easy-to-find meeting location in Honolulu.

Snorkel with green sea turtles in Oahu's Turtle Canyon on this 2- to 3-hour tour departing from Waikiki. Board a power catamaran and sail along the shore of Oahu towards the island's best place to spot the resident turtles. Turtle sightings are guaranteed; if a turtle is not sighted, you will be given a free second cruise. After snorkeling, enjoy lunch (if option selected ) and two provided drinks while you keep your eyes peeled for passing marine life like dolphins and migrating whales.

Explore Oahu's waters on this submarine-style glass-bottom boat ride aboard the Atlantis Submarine. During this family-friendly adventure, learn about the local fish, coral and other animals in this marine habitat through your guide's informative commentary. Please be aware all passengers must be 36" or taller to ride. Descend 100 feet (30 meters) under the surface of the water without getting wet. 

View the Hawaiian sunset from the deck of a luxury catamaran during this 1.5-hour cruise from Oahu. Glide along the coastline from Waikiki towards Diamond Head while enjoying the vibrant colors of the island sunset, appetizers, two alcoholic drinks and unlimited non-alcoholic drinks.

This lively sunset cruise is great for groups as well as solo travelers. In fact, you’re likely to make fast friends with other passengers over conversation and cocktails including wine, champagne, and a variety of domestic and premium local beers from Maui Brewing. Have a signature cocktail, the “Holokai Hooch,” as you savor the sunset over Oahu.

Board the beautiful and spacious Pride of Maui catamaran for a sunset cruise near the Molokini crater. Enjoy an open bar including craft beer and blended drinks, plus a generous buffet featuring barbecued ribs, honey-glazed chicken, stir fried vegetables, and more. Watch the sun set, take in a live hula show and if you’re lucky, you may even see humpback whales during mating season.

Hawaii boasts some of the world's most beautiful sunsets. On this evening boat ride, board the Majestic by Atlantis Cruises for a sail off the coast of Waikiki. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and find the perfect place to relax on board, either on the open-air deck or the air-conditioned lounge. Enjoy live entertainment and watch the sun dip below the horizon during your cruise.

Sail on a catamaran down Oahu's western coast during this cruise from Ko Olina. Glide through the unspoiled waters on this side of the island in search of dolphins and whales, then dive in for a snorkeling experience in a hidden local spot rich with marine life. Enjoy a Hawaiian buffet, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, before heading back to shore. Choose from three daily departure times.

Watch the sunset in luxurious style aboard a 46-foot (14 meter) yacht. Enjoy the hosted bar and get comfortable in the three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and various lunging areas on board. Watch for dolphins, whales and other marine life from the decks, and once the vessel docks in Sunset Channel, sit down for the captain’s tasting menu dinner as the sun dip below the horizon. Create lasting memories on this romantic cruise.

The white-sand beaches and volcanic landscapes of the Kohala Coast are even more atmospheric at sunset. With this tour, set sail at dusk and admire the views onboard a comfortable catamaran. As you cruise along the coast, sip a selection of wines, beers, and soft drinks, and tuck into a variety of tasty snacks.

Round out a perfect day in Hawaii on board the Haleiwa Queen as she cruises along Waikiki Beach toward Diamond Head. Timed to sunset, this relaxing cruise allows you to enjoy both the sight of the colors of the setting sun in the sky and the fish, reefs, and marine life beneath the waves, viewed through the boat's glass bottom.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Kona and round-out your day on the Big Island of Hawaii in style with a relaxing sunset cruise. Aboard a comfortable and spacious catamaran, take in the views as you sail along the Kona coastline and toast the sunset with an included beverage or two.

Experience the magic of whale watching off the coast of Maui with this incredible tour from Ma'alaea Harbor. Spend two-hours cruising the waters with a team of certified marine naturalists and listen in as they unlock the secretes of humpback whales. You'll have the chance to hear whale songs through underwater hydrophones and learn about interactions between these giant marine mammals. Travelers are guaranteed to see whales on this is a once-in-a-lifetime tour or the next trip is free.

Sail up the scenic Kona coastline, getting views of ancient lava flows and verdant cliffs, and stopping at the Captain Cook Monument, on this afternoon sail in Kealakekua Bay. Slip into the water using the provided snorkeling gear to see vibrant schools of fish, living coral, and even pods of spinner dolphins. Learn about the area's underwater flora, fauna, and ecosystem through guided commentary.

Cruise down the West coast of Oahu during sunset on this 2-hour tour Wai'anae. Meet your experienced captain and crew on board the ship, then set off in search of the best spot to watch the sunset. Snack on 'pupus' and sip 2 complimentary alcoholic beverages while relaxing on the boat's deck and watching the sky fill with orange, pink, purple and red. Learn from your guides about Hawaii’s seafaring history, which includes fishing, the invention of surfing and the Hawaiian art of way-finding.

During their annual migration, Hawaii plays host to one of the largest populations of North Pacific humpback whales in the world. On this seasonal tour, held only between December and April, set sail along the Kona-Kohala coast and enjoy spectacular views as you cruise around the Big Island. Whale sightings are guaranteed, so if you aren’t lucky enough to spot the majestic creatures, simply come back on another day, free of charge.

Ensure you find some of the best snorkeling sites in Hawaii on this sail and snorkel adventure leaving from Keauhou Bay Pier. Set sail along the Kona coastline toward the Captain Cook Monument, where your adventure begins. Jump into the clear water to explore the vibrant reef of the marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay, which is home to schools of colorful fish and pods of spinner dolphins. Your tour includes breakfast, lunch, and equipment such as snorkeling gear and boogie boards.

An amazing Waikiki snorkeling tour plus so much more! Our vessel is equipped with a high tech stabilizer making for a smooth ride. Enjoy snorkeling on a coral reef, zooming down a two story waterslide, bouncing on a trampoline or relaxing on a lily pad. After you’ve had your fill of snorkeling and water activities you’ll cruise along the Waikiki coast to Diamond Head. We’ll be looking out for turtles, dolphins, and during winter months Humpback Whales! Diamond Head makes an iconic backdrop for a great photo. Premium snacks, unlimited soft drinks, snorkeling gear, lifejackets, a fantastic crew and snorkel guides are included in your snorkeling tour.

Discover the amazing array of marine life that populates Maui’s Molokini Crater during this small-group snorkeling trip. Head by boat to this long-extinct volcanic crater just off Maui, a top-notch snorkeling site where visibility often surpasses 180 feet (55m). Among the many creatures you may spot during your adventure are rays, tropical fish and variety of other wildlife. Finish your trip at ‘Turtle Town,’ another well-known snorkel site where you can glide through the water with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles. Your snorkel trip also includes, breakfast, lunch, local guide and snorkel equipment.