Top Oahu Gondola Rides

Settle in for an afternoon cruise aboard the Haleiwa Queen, a 50-foot power catamaran that departs conveniently from Honolulu’s harbor. Learn about Hawaii past and present from the friendly crew as you venture into the open Pacific Ocean to look for dolphins, sea turtles, and even migrating whales. As a bonus, look beneath the water’s surface at fish and coral reefs through unique magnifying view portals.

Plan your vacation ahead of time by purchasing tickets for this 2-hour cruise from Oahu. Dine on a crab and steak dinner while watching live Hawaiian entertainment, a show called '60 Years of Aloha' and enjoying vistas over the Oahu coast.

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.

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.

Cruise along the gentle waters of Waikiki Harbor and the Grand Canal aboard a Venetian gondola when you book this relaxing and romantic experience. Climb aboard your gondola with a small group and be treated with a warm "aloha" and a lei. Enjoy views of Diamond Head and Magic Island and feel the gentle Hawaiian breeze while you ride. Your experience also includes a hop-on hop-off bus voucher for Waikiki and Ala Moana Shopping Center.

Get out onto the water in Oahu for an express sightseeing cruise, even if you just have an hour 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 (honu), migrating whales, and dolphins. Unlike other catamaran cruises, this one lets you look underwater through clear magnifying port holes.

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.

Watch sunset from a boat in Hawaii with this small-group gondola cruise in Waikiki. Climb aboard a gondola in Honolulu and set out on a sightseeing tour along the Ala Wai Harbor and Waikiki’s Grand Canal. Admire views of the Diamond Head State Monument and see the Honolulu city lights during the cruise. Choose to bring your own beverages for additional value.

Combo deal! Receive a Waikiki hop on hop off sightseeing bus voucher after your cruise when you book your gondola adventure. This is the only commercial boat experience that tours within Waikiki rather than the open ocean. All other boat tours on the island can make one feel sea sensitive as they go out to the wavy ocean. Our tour is different because we only traverse the calm, gentle and serene waters of Waikiki's Grand Canal and up to Magic Island Also unlike Catamaran rides where you have to be squeezed in with 80 other strangers, our tour only takes small groups of 1 to 4 passengers. Groups of up to 12 can tour via multiple gondolas. Lastly, Gondolas make for amazing pictures. Unlike photos of standard boats, you will be much happier displaying a photo of you Cruising on an elegant work of art in Hawaiian paradise.

Enjoy a romantic cruise with a private daytime gondola cruise in Waikiki. Climb aboard a Venetian-style gondola, receive a lei greeting, then cruise along the scenic Ala Wai Harbor and Waikiki’s Grand Canal. Enjoy views of the city skyline, Diamond Head, and Magic Island as you enjoy a pastry and drinks.

Combo deal!! Get this 2 hour gondola cruise and receive an all day hop on hop off waikiki bus voucher after the completion of the cruise. The only truly romantic experience you will find on this incredibly beautiful island is on our family owned and operated Venetian style Gondola Cruise. You are greeted with a warm Aloha & adorned with a Hawaiian Forever Lei. Experience true luxury, sophistication and class as your Gondolier pours you chilled sparkling cider into elegant champagne flutes kept cold on a silver ice bucket. Then indulge in delicious desserts such as chocolate mousse or other delicious delights as you gently cruise on the calm glass like waters of Waikiki's Grand Canal, Harbor and Magic Island.

Enjoy sunset and dazzling city lights from the water with a private evening gondola cruise in Waikiki. After a lei greeting, cruise along the Ala Wai Harbor and Waikiki’s Grand Canal as you enjoy a pastry, drinks, and a short light show (if conditions permit). Bring your own beverages with an added corkage fee.

Experience the Friday night fireworks over Waikiki from a unique vantage point with a small-group gondola tour. Cruise around the harbor, with views of the bridges and Magic Island and sip sparkling cider from champagne flutes while nibbling on a delicious pastry as you watch the dazzling fireworks display from the water.