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Oahu Catamaran Cruise: Wildlife, Snorkeling and a Hawaiian Meal
Badge of ExcellenceOahu, USA
From $174.00
Select Date and Travelers
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- 3 hours 30 minutes
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
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.
- Hear informative commentary from the knowledgeable captain and crew
- Feast on a Hawaiian buffet with a choice of alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks
- Includes high-quality gear, snorkeling instruction, onboard shower, and changing facilities
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
Western Oahu’s rugged reputation keeps the crowds away—making it the perfect spot for serene snorkeling.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Beverages (both alcoholic and nonalcoholic)
- Use of snorkels, masks, fins, flotation vests, flotation noodles
- Gratuities
- Roundtrip Transportation is available for $35.00 per person from select Waikiki Hotels.
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Meeting point
- Ko Olina Marina92-100 Waipahe Pl, Kapolei, HI 96707, USA
Please meet us behind the Ko Olina Marina Adventure Center (store is currently closed). Our waiting area is oceanside, underneath the umbrellas to the left behind the Center. Our manager on duty will greet you and check you in for our tour there!
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Pickup details
If you need transportation, please ensure you choose the tour option with transportation added.
What To Expect
Travel by our optional round trip transportation from Waikiki on a comfortable air-conditioned motor-coach to the marina where you will board our 61-foot (18.5-meter) Kai OliOli catamaran for your 3.5-hour cruise.
Your boat glides north along the coast where you might spot marine life such as dolphins, green sea turtles, whales, and flying fish. Hear from the crew about Hawaii’s natural history along the way. Head to a secret snorkeling spot where you have time to snorkel with the provided equipment. After checking out the coral reef and tropical fish, return to the boat and rinse off in the freshwater shower.
Your crew serves up a Hawaiian buffet lunch that includes kalua pig, accompanied by up to four drinks like margaritas, wine, beer, or non-alcoholic options. Glide back to the marina and have the option to purchase photos of your cruise before your tour ends with drop-off in Waikiki.
Your boat glides north along the coast where you might spot marine life such as dolphins, green sea turtles, whales, and flying fish. Hear from the crew about Hawaii’s natural history along the way. Head to a secret snorkeling spot where you have time to snorkel with the provided equipment. After checking out the coral reef and tropical fish, return to the boat and rinse off in the freshwater shower.
Your crew serves up a Hawaiian buffet lunch that includes kalua pig, accompanied by up to four drinks like margaritas, wine, beer, or non-alcoholic options. Glide back to the marina and have the option to purchase photos of your cruise before your tour ends with drop-off in Waikiki.
Ocean Joy Cruises
3 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- We can accept collapsible wheelchairs and small umbrella strollers but they will be stored at the marina during the cruise. Wheelchair guests must be able to walk up a short flight of steps onto the bus and boat.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
Operated by Ocean Joy Cruises - Oahu
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Featured review
Hallie_F
Fantastic morning cruise! Captain Mason and crew were friendly, fun and professional. We saw awesome views and plenty of sea life. The dolphins really put on a show for us.
We enjoyed cruising on the catamaran as much as the snorkeling. And the food and drinks served onboard were excellent. I’d highly recommend this excursion.
Reviews
4.5
1,045 reviews
Jack_B, Apr 2024
Great day. Lots of marine life. Dolphins turtles and whales. Capt Jake and crew were top notch and very knowledgeable I would strongly recommend this tour.
Karen_B, Apr 2024
The crew was wonderful. The boat smelled like a wet dog. The waves were too high for this trip, but I am sure the owner wants every trip to happen so we went and watched many people spend the entire time sea sick. Many could not go snorkeling due to the waves and there weren't many fish around. Crew did a great job in difficult situation.
AnnetteF_D, Apr 2024
We had a perfect day for our catamaran experience out of Ko "Olani! The crew was welcoming, enthusiastic & very knowledgeable of the environment. They explained everything from the safety precautions to how to use the equipment so that even novice snorklers ( several children) were comfortable in the water. We were luck enough to spy a pod of Spinned dolphins; out photographer, Maranda was able to capture pictures of them for all of us to remember! The highlight for my husband & I was to actually swim near a Sea Turtle; we also saw several others during out outing. I would highly recommend this adventure!
Martin_N, Apr 2024
We had the best experience with the crew. We managed to see humpback whales (extremely lucky cos it was the tail end of the whale watching season), lots of sea turtles during snorkelling and even a rare sighting of the monk seal! The crew took great care of us and they really looked like they were enjoying their work!
Deanna_H, Apr 2024
Great crew. Wonderful experience. We saw spinner dolphins and snorkeled with turtles. Lunch was great with food options for everyone—even picky eaters. The boat is clean and the crew made sure we all had ab amazing time. Will book with them again on our next trip! Mahalo!
Chalicia_C, Apr 2024
The entire crew was absolutely amazing the boat tour and snorkeling were great and the food was delicious and drinks on point. I highly recommend that you book this 5 star experience.
Susan_R, Apr 2024
We enjoyed our trip. The staff were very accommodating, we saw several dolphins on the way to the snorkel site and beautiful fish and turtles in the water. The food and drinks were plentiful and hit the spot after our swim. The sunset was a beautiful way to end the trip!
Jeanette_S, Apr 2024
Lots of fun in the sun. Please stop sending request for review. Thats all folks. Thats all I care to write. It was fun
YusifJose_A, Mar 2024
We had a great time , the crew was fun and fantastic ! We loved the activities ,food and experience .
Thomas_D, Mar 2024
The family and I had a great time looking at all the sites and snorkeling with the turtles. The food they served was really good also. Good times were had by all.
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