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BOAT TOURS & PRIVATE CHARTERS IN WAIKIKI, HONOLULU
Explore the beauty of Waikiki from the comfort of our expertly guided boat tours.
Snorkeling in Waikiki
Swim with sea turtles, tropical fish and much more as you explore Oahu’s reefs on our guided snorkeling experience.
- Options for shared or private charters.
- Snorkel Gear, flotation, and in-water guides included
Waikiki Sunset Cruise
Cruise along the Waikiki coastline with stunning views of Diamond Head and the Honolulu skyline. Perfect for unwinding and embracing Hawaii’s beauty
- Option to snorkel on private charters
- BYOB
Whale Watching Tours in Waikiki
Witness the majestic humpback whales in their natural habitat. Our experienced guides will give you the best chance for sightings.
- Sunset Whale Watch combo tour available.
- Seasonal: January – March
Friday Night Fireworks Cruise
Marvel at the Waikiki Friday night fireworks display over the water from a unique ocean perspective. It’s a memorable way to end your evening in paradise.
- Options for private charters.
- Sunset Fireworks combo tour available (March – Aug).
SMALL GROUP TURTLE CANYON SNORKEL TOURS
Semi-Private Turtle Snorkel & Catamaran Cruise
Explore Oahu’s offshore reefs on a small group shared tour for an unforgettable sightseeing and snorkeling experience. With a limit of 6 people max you’ll enjoy the highest level of service and saftey. Turtle Sightings Guaranteed!!
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$109
Turtle Snorkeling Adventure
Jump into an underwater adventure and enjoy this guided snorkeling tour of Waikiki’s famous Turtle Canyon Reef. Our 49-passenger boat is limited to only 20 people to make your experience awesome. All snorkel gear and instructions are included.
Turtle Sightings Guaranteed!!
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$80
Semi-Private Turtle Snorkel & Catamaran Cruise
From $109
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Explore Oahu’s offshore reefs on a 6-passenger small group shared tour for an unforgettable sightseeing and snorkeling experience. Turtles Guaranteed!
Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure
From $75
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Snorkel with sea turtles, tropical fish, and more on this guided ocean adventure in Waikiki. The boat is limited to half capacity for your comfort and attention. Turtles Guaranteed!
SNORKEL WITH TURTLES NEAR WAIKIKI, OAHU
Whether you’re looking to join us on an epic boat tour or letting us help you find the perfect private boat for your day out on the water, Hawaii Ocean Charters is the company for you!
Authentic Experiences
Professional Eco-tourism
Snorkel with Sea Turtles
Private Boat Charters in Waikiki, Honolulu
Choose from our expertly hosted boat charters. Instantly book our 6 passenger power catamaran “Keanuenue” or reserve our 49 passenger double-decker power boat “Big Kahuna”.
ALOHA FROM OUR OHANA
Hawaii Ocean Charters offers private Waikiki catamaran cruises and shared tours to tourists and locals looking to have an ocean adventure with guides that truly care about your experience.
Immerse yourself in the underwater wonders of Hawaii’s marine life with our guided snorkeling tours. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you to vibrant coral reefs teeming with colorful fish, ensuring an unforgettable and safe snorkeling experience for all skill levels.
Experience the thrill of spotting majestic humpback whales and playful dolphins during our captivating whale and dolphin watching tours. Witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, and with our eco-conscious approach, you can revel in the beauty of wildlife while preserving the delicate marine ecosystem.
Sunset cruises, guided snorkeling tours, whale and dolphin watching, coastal sightseeing, and firework shows are among the tours our guests love the most. From boat photoshoots and proposals to birthdays and memorials, we can also accommodate a wide range of events on the water. Book with Hawaii Ocean Charters today.
Choose your adventure
Four ways to experience Waikiki from the water
Turtle Canyon, Waikiki
Small-group snorkel tours
Our two signature snorkel experiences — capped small for the highest level of service. Turtle sightings guaranteed.
Make it your own
Private Boat Charters in Waikiki
Book the whole boat and design the day around your group. Choose your vessel, your activity and your departure time — we handle the rest.
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A local guide to Waikiki boat tours
We've been running trips out of Kewalo Basin Harbor for years. Here's what's worth knowing before you book — what each experience is really like, and when to go.
Waikiki boat tours
All of our tours leave from Kewalo Basin Harbor at 1125 Ala Moana Blvd, about five minutes from Waikiki with parking at the harbor. We sail two boats: the Keanuenue, a 30ft power catamaran for up to six guests, and the Big Kahuna, a 54ft double-decker power boat. Every trip is capped well below the vessel's legal limit, which is the single biggest difference between our tours and a packed group excursion.
Turtle Canyon snorkeling
Turtle Canyon is a reef roughly two miles off Waikiki where Hawaiian green sea turtles gather to be cleaned by reef fish — locals call it a turtle car wash. You can't swim to it from the beach, so a boat is the only way to get there. Sightings are guaranteed on our snorkel tours: if we don't find a turtle, you can ride again free. Gear, flotation and in-water guides are included, and no experience is needed.
Waikiki sunset cruises
Our sunset cruise runs along Oahu's south shore with open views of Diamond Head and the Honolulu skyline as the light goes gold. Departure shifts with the season, generally between 5:00 and 6:00 PM. Cruises are BYOB — cans rather than glass — and there's no swimming involved, which makes it an easy, low-key option. On a private charter we can shift the departure so you're on the water at exactly the right moment.
Whale watching in Honolulu
Thousands of North Pacific humpbacks migrate to Hawaii each winter to breed and calve. Our dedicated whale watch tours run January through March, when sightings are most reliable, and last about two hours. Federal law keeps all boats at least 100 yards from a humpback, though curious whales sometimes close that distance themselves. Shared whale tours carry a free re-ride if we don't spot one.
Friday night fireworks cruises
The Hilton Hawaiian Village has launched fireworks over Waikiki every Friday night since 1988. Watching from the water means an unobstructed view with the skyline behind the show and no competing for space on the beach. We run a one-hour fireworks cruise and, from March through August, a longer combined sunset and fireworks cruise. Both are BYOB.
Private boat charters
A private charter gives your group the boat and a flexible itinerary — snorkel, cruise at sunset, look for whales, or combine them. The Keanuenue hosts up to six guests; the Big Kahuna handles up to 45 for birthdays, proposals, memorials, corporate outings and custom events. Tell us the occasion and we'll match the boat, the timing and the route to it.
Ready to Explore Waikiki From the Water?
Check live availability and reserve your spot in a couple of minutes — or call us at +1 (808) 400-1506 .
