Oʻahu South Shore: Glass Bottom Catamaran Tour

Embark on a daytime boat tour in Waikiki and experience the beauty of Oʻahu’s South Shore. Sail aboard the spacious Haleiwa Queen, learn the history of Waikīkī, and explore the vibrant ocean floor with magnified glass bottom viewports.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kewalo Basin - PLEASE ARRIVE 20-MINUTES BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED DEPARTURE TIME
    Located in the Kewalo Basin Harbor at Slip F26. Look for the BIG RED SIGN
    Driving
  • Enter 1009 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813 if using GPS
  • Take the first entrance into the harbor, closest to the intersection of Ala Moana Blvd + Ward Ave
  • As you turn off Ala…
What's Included
  • Learn about the history and culture of Hawaiʻi
  • Dolphin & marine life watching. Whales during winter months
  • A canopy covered deck for shade
  • Bottled water (you’re welcome to bring any food or drinks on board)
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • The listed price does not include a parking fee. Kewalo Basin Harbor is a pay to park Harbor. The city bus from Waikiki to the harbor takes approx 20 minutes
  • Alcoholic drinks (BYOB is ok).
  • Gratuities (optional) Captain and Crew split all gratuities.
  • Transportation to and from the marina
  • $2-4/hr Metered parking is available upfront
Additional Information

Experience the beauty of Oʻahu’s South Shore as we sail toward Lēʻahi (Diamond Head) aboard the spacious Haleiwa Queen, a 50ft power catamaran with 49 seats, an onboard restroom, a shaded deck, and complimentary beverages. Discover the history of Waikīkī, where chiefs and commoners once resided. Our local crew members, born and raised here, will share…

Location
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats
Ala Moana Boulevard
Meet at the Kewalo Basin Harbor Slip F21 Look for the BIG RED SIGN **Car** - GPS: 1025 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813 - Harbor entrance near Ala Moana Blvd + Ward Ave - Boat is on front side of harbor near Ala Moana Blvd **Bus** - Take bus #19, #20, or #42 - Exit at Ala Moana Blvd + Ward Ave
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Marilyn_s
Oct 14, 2025
Excellent trip what a... - Excellent trip what a wonderful and beautiful experience. Would go again next trip!! Love the submarine
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50mandeepv
Oct 9, 2025
Amazing!! - Went for a cruise with Ian and Tristan and it was amazing. Not only did we learn a lot but they were both so welcoming and accommodating with the kids. Thank you both for a wonderful experience. Appreciate you both!!
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Wanderer08574618874
Sep 29, 2025
Best glass bottom boat guides stone and ian - Stone and ian the two guys were brilliant they managed to spot four turtles and lots dolphins for us. Lot of island knowledge as we're local to the island fantastic. Day
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Ceceblu
Sep 21, 2025
Present moment - We got to see an amazing family of dolphins just swimming along with us - the most amazing experience ✨
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Tamatha_a
Sep 15, 2025
We loved it! - Totally worth the time! Fish, sea turtles and spinner dolphins! The crew was knowledgeable, funny, and capable. Would absolutely book with them again.
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Amy_k
Aug 21, 2025
A great captain and crew,... - A great captain and crew, was lucky to see 2 female turtles! Kids loved it so much! It was a memorable experience in Hawaii! Thank you!
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Guillermina_m
Aug 19, 2025
Nice experience - A different experience of approaching the marine beauty of the place. Very nice people who guided us on the walk.
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Sharon_s
Sep 24, 2025
Disappointing fish viewing through bottom. - Fun ride. Great view of the Shoreline and Diamondhead. But we didn't need a glass bottom boat because there was never anything underneath the boat to see. They've had a few tiny fish off the side of the boat. So I know Coral reef. Crew was fun, hard-working, friendly. Disappointing to not see, Coral reef, fish, shipwreck through the bottom of the boat.
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John_r
Sep 18, 2025
nice cruise with a great captain - The captain was top notch. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The highlight of the tour for sure. The boat was fine, but don't expect to see anything through the "glass bottom". The glass is minimal, and only viewable looking through portals. I was really disappointed when first arriving on the boat, but looking at other glass bottom boats in the marina I saw that they too only had small portals. The main issue is this tour never stops over a reef so you can actually look at fish. They throw food out and you can see a few fish come to eat over the side. It was a nice cruise with a great captain.
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Ramon_a
Jul 31, 2025
Not what they make it out to look like on picture of boat - They make it look from picture of boat that u going to see a lot through glass boat but it actually very small and it more like just a short ride on boat
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From $41
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).