Pack five ocean activities into one easy morning or afternoon. Snorkel a turtle-filled reef, then hit the water slide, kayaks, paddleboards, and a floating ocean trampoline off a roomy catamaran. A free round-trip ride from Waikiki is included, so all you need to bring is a swimsuit.
Adults 12+ $119, Children 3 to 11 $89, boat-ride-only $49. Free round-trip Waikiki transportation included.
This is the ocean sampler that does it all. In a single 3-hour trip out of Kewalo Basin, you snorkel a living coral reef, ride a water slide off the boat, paddle a kayak, balance on a stand-up paddleboard, and bounce off a floating ocean trampoline. The boat anchors about ten minutes from the harbor, so you spend your time in the water instead of getting there.
The reef here is a reliable home for Hawaiian green sea turtles and clouds of tropical fish, and the crew hands out gear and life vests and gives a full briefing before anyone gets in, so first-timers and kids are welcome. Keep an eye on the blue between activities, because spinner dolphins pass by now and then, and from December through April you might spot a humpback whale.
The boat is a roomy 65-footer with a stabilizer system for a smooth ride and space for the whole crew, plus a second deck with an optional 20-foot jump for anyone who wants a bigger thrill. Water, iced tea, and snacks are on board, and you are welcome to bring your own cooler. Best of all, a free round-trip ride from Waikiki is included, so you can leave the car and the planning behind.
Two departures daily at 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Check-in is 30 minutes before departure, or 45 minutes if you drive. The order of activities can shift with the ocean and the weather.
Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. A light jacket is nice in the winter months. Water, iced tea, and snacks are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own cooler. Skip the sandals when boarding, and by island tradition, leave the bananas at home.
A free round-trip ride from Waikiki is included, so there is no need to drive. The boat leaves from Kewalo Basin Boat Harbor at 1025 Ala Moana Boulevard, only about 5 minutes from Waikiki, and the reef is a short 10-minute cruise from the harbor toward Diamond Head. If you would rather make your own way, plan to arrive 45 minutes early for parking and check-in. The map below shows the route from the hostel to the harbor.
Reef snorkeling, an onboard water slide, open-ocean kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and a floating ocean trampoline. You can do as many or as few as you like.
About 3 hours on the water, with departures at 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Check in 30 minutes before departure, or 45 minutes if you are driving yourself.
Kewalo Basin Boat Harbor at 1025 Ala Moana Boulevard, about 5 minutes from Waikiki. A free round-trip ride from Waikiki is included, so you do not need to drive.
Very likely. The reef is a reliable spot for Hawaiian green sea turtles and tropical fish year round. Dolphins turn up occasionally, and humpback whales pass through from December to April. Nature is never guaranteed, so treat any sighting as a bonus.
No. Snorkel gear and life vests are provided, and the crew gives a full briefing, so beginners and kids are welcome.
Adults 12 and up are $119, children ages 3 to 11 are $89, and a boat-ride-only observer ticket is $49. Ask the front desk about booking.
Yes. Water, iced tea, and snacks are included, and you are welcome to bring your own cooler.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour. Please note you should wait 24 hours after scuba diving before joining, and sandals are not allowed when boarding.
