The Most Delectable Boating in Honolulu

Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats

★★★★★ 4.6 (599)

"This was one of the excursions we went on and it was perfect to watch the sunset!! I highly recommend it because you might get to see a whale, other boats and fish feeding time. The weather was just perfect, even out being in the middle of the ocean. 90 mins goes by quick!! I highly recommend this tour!! The captain and skipper were nice and the captain recommended a dinner spot in Chinatown town called the Lucky Belly, which we had tried that evening for our dinner. And we enjoyed the music while on the boat!! Great selections!!Thank you captain and skipper; we enjoyed our boat ride!!"

Waikiki Sailing Company

★★★★★ 4.7 (362)

"Great trip! The catamaran is large, and there is seating around the edge of the boat, and a large indoor section below where the bar is. The staff is great! Everyone moves around throughout the ride so you can experience multiple vantage points."

Diamond Head Cruises

★★★★★ 4.8 (116)

"We had a great time. Only six people were on the trip. We snorkeled with turtles and saw whales. The captain and crew (Tyler) were great. Very informative, friendly and fun!! Thanks for a great trip."

Kepoikai II Catamaran

★★★★★ 4.8 (228)

"We enjoyed our voyage upon the Kepoikai II Catamaran. I chose Kepoikai because I wanted a chill cruise for my family, minus the drunk adults that can be found boarding the other catamarans. The crew and captain exceeded my expectations and I'll be sure to sail again. Be sure to make your way at least 10-15 minutes before your sail time. They're located on the shoreline of Waikiki Beach between the Royal Hawaiian Hotel and the main Outrigger Waikiki Beach Hotel, in front of Dukes Waikiki."

808955FISH

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (49)

"You get what you paid for. My son wanted to try fishing so I wanted to try something easy and short. We got there on time, checked in, and when we got on the board we got a small snack. We were taught how to fish and I caught 2. The fish we caught are shared. They grill them and it is too salty. Don't expect anything gourmet. It was fun. I enjoyed it."

Ocean Outfitters Hawaii

★★★★★ 4.8 (82)

"I would have given a five, but the day before they cancelled our 4:30 pm and we could only go at 7 am. We had to get up at 4:00am to be there and forfeit a prepaid breakfast. Once we got there Kevin and crew were great. I grew up around boats and it's obvious Kevin is a good skipper. We were there for a whale watching, like always you can't depend on the whales to actually show up. Our whales didn't show. But Kevin took us to a place where there are sharks and he was able to get a couple to come to the boat, we also saw two sea turtles. No complaints in the actual excursion."

Makani Catamaran

★★★★☆ 4.2 (513)

"This was a great experience. The crew was fantastic and fun. We took off on time and spend 2 hours for our sunset sail. The boat was great, especially when the sails went up and the motor went quiet. We even saw a whale. The views during the sunset cruise were incredible. The pictures do not do the memories justice."

Sail Hawaiian Style Catamaran

★★★★★ 5 (30)

"I absolutely LOVE this catamaran and it's crew! The location is perfect as there is parking right by the catamaran, some free but the lot is only $1/hr. The boat is well maintained by the crew. Captain Tom and Savannah are so awesome! They are chill and accommodating to.your needs. They allow you to plug in your own device so you can hear.your playlist. They also provide enough snorkel gear for our group of 9. Savannah takes you directly to wear the turtles are feeding and sometimes they come up to the surface. We were able to bring our own cooler and food. Tom is an excellent captain and knows how to sail even in the craziest conditions. I usually get seasick but I haven't. I have booked this 3 weekends in a row. Tom and Savannah are my absolute favorite!"

Kaneohe Yacht Club

★★★★☆ 4.3 (16)

"In the past I came here for different dining events. Now I join friends for brunch and different events. I'm not a member but my friends invite me when they take their boat out. This is a yacht club, so you need to be a guest of a member to use the facilities.The facilities are awesome, dining, pool, showers, open grounds, meeting facility, party area, etc. There are slips, dry dock, and all the other things needed for your boat or yacht. My friends keep their boat off their back yard, but became members when the opportunity came up. It is not a matter of just saying, "you know, today I would like to join the Kaneohe Yacht Club." You need to be sponsored by a senior or life member and have the funds to join. They do a background check and everything. From your spouse to your dog. They only want the best members! Ok, maybe they won't background check your dog, but you get the picture. It's a very rigorous and maybe nerve wrecking process, but I'm sure once you finish all of that, you'll be thankful they scrutinize their members.Members are lucky to have an awesome place to gather at. They can also throw their own private events if there isn't a conflicting occasion. The food is good and the service is awesome. I would hope so, if you're spending all that money on dues and what not. And the thing about being a member is the opportunity to socialize with other yacht owners. It doesn't have to be restricted to yachting activities but golf and tennis, too. They encourage members to participate in what ever way they can.It's a very well rounded club, I would hope to become a member, but I don't have a boat. I hope my friends remember to invite me along the next time they go to Kaneohe Yacht Club!"

The Watercraft Connection

★★★★☆ 3.9 (54) • $$

"My family and I had such a great experience with this Jet Ski company. Okay so first I have to compare this to other jet ski companies on the island and just say that this location gives you a larger space and more freedom to ride your jet ski and actually have fun all while keeping safe and following protocol. Secondly, the staff are wonderful a women named Lisa (owner) , and a young man named Chris were incredibly helpful and kind. I appreciated there fun laid back attitude. Please be aware that they will hold a security deposit fee on a card while you and your party are out riding however this fee will not be charged if the jet skis are not damaged upon return. You can ride solo here or tandem. Solo $120 and tandem $145 for 45 minutes of riding time. Out of all the Jet Ski company's on the island this one is by far my favorite, you get your moneys worth here and don't have to ride along a boring circle going 2mph. I am now recommending this company to all my friends and family for the reason stated above. If your looking for a fun time definitely hit this place up!!"

Waikiki Dive Center

★★★★☆ 4.3 (448)

"Fantastic!! Amazing dive masters, great equipment, good views, super reasonable price. Highly recommend this place."

Kaneohe Bay Private Charters

★★★★★ 4.8 (30)

"Simply an amazing and beautiful day on Kaneohe Bay! Scheduling was easy via phone and email with Kyle. Met him at the harbor- he helped us load the boat with all our stuff bentos, wine, towels, snacks, purses, snorkel gear. Turns out, he had a cooler full of water and juice and snorkel gear for us. Such a laid back, friendly and knowledgeable guy, Kyle made us feel like we were just a bunch of friends hanging out on his boat for the day. Was gift for my mom when she was visiting from NJ. She loved it. Saw coconut island with hundreds of fish, then walked around sandbar, then saw about 20 turtles maybe more and then lunch stop at secret beach (or was it called island) and then past china mans hat. Very special excursion, away from tourists, and I plan on recommending this to all my mainland guests. Made me wish I had a boat but then again I don't know the first thing about maintenance, rules on boating (is that a verb) etc. will just have to make sure to become a regular patron of this business."

Na Hoku 3

★★★★☆ 4.1 (314)

"We had visitors who wanted to do a 1.5 hour sunset cruise! Around $67 per person with taxes and fee. We did an early check in at 5pm and met them outside of Duke's restaurant. You can't miss it, it's the big red/yellow catamaran on the shore. By 5:30pm we set to sail! All Drinks were complimentary on this cruise, which is a good deal! There was beer, wine, soft drinks, Mai tais, and mixed cocktails available. You will need to walk into the sand/water to climb aboard. Time it with the waves so you don't get too wet! First thing on the boat - You will be taking off your shoes and putting it away until the end of the boat ride and then find a seat, grab drinks, and enjoy the ride! I recommend sunscreen, sunglasses, Dramamine (non-drowsy), and water shoes! The crew was very friendly and nice. This is was first time I got nauseous at sea, so I recommend sitting on the SIDE of the boat and drinking less. The middle of the boat is very rocky and will make you feel worse. I did not drink as much, but everyone else was having a blast! It was a fun and different experience for us. The views were gorgeous out on the water!"

Sail Oahu

★★★★★ 5 (4)

"I have always been a fan of being on the open ocean. Sail Oahu not only makes that possible, but goes above and beyond! It is run by a lovely couple, Alan and Wanda, who truly put their heart into what they love: giving people the time of their lives!!I have been out with Sail Oahu several times, they never disappoint!! Their yacht is absolutely gorgeous: 4 bedrooms, 2 dining tables below deck, one up on deck. The food is top-notch, I only wish I could reserve them every week! But if I did, I may never leave ;-)Alan really knows his way around boats and the water. You are in safe hands with this gentleman. Both he and Wanda are an absolute joy to be around and make this experience that much more amazing. The views they can show you are breathtaking and the experiences are one-of-a-kind. They know the islands, they can show you places most touristy businesses can't.I promise, reserving with Sail Oahu will not disappoint!! They are conveniently located in Ala Wai Boat Harbor (behind Red Lobster, close to Hilton Hawaiian Village Lagoon)."

Waikiki Yacht Charters

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"What a great day! Great experience from start to finish... So simple, you book day and time, they send list of food and beverage choices and you just show up. They have nice towels and equipment for snorkeling as well as providing a quick lesson for novices like me! Could not have had a better time! We had limited time here and the one stop shopping aspect of booking and just showing up with swim suits and sunscreen really worked for us... Thanks so much to Ryan and Captain Ross for a wonderful day aboard the Rubicon! It is a splurge that is well worth it!"

Ke Kai Catamaran

★★★★★ 4.9 (19)

"I saw these boats loading while hanging out on the beach the first day of vacation. I knew right away that I wanted to book. They have sunset cruises, firework cruises, and daytime cruises. I took the sunset cruise. It was an amazing time. The crew was friendly, funny, and great hosts. The space in the boat is great. You can sit in the front on the nets, the side benches, or on the back. There is no bad seat. They stay out longer than the white and blue boat (don't know the name of the company). But you get pre sunset, sunset, and then a nice slow return to the beach. They have unlimited drinks. This is a nice perk. But do everyone a favor and take it easy. No need to overdo it. This is a fantastic option and well worth the cost. Highly recommend!"

Mulan Charters

★★★★★ 5 (3)

"We booked 3hrs charter to celebrate birthday! It was a great experience. Crews of Mulan provide nice services and they are really professional. I would definitely recommend them and get a sunset time charter next time."

MANA Cruises & Charters

★★★★★ 5 (97)

"Mana Cruises, Jacob, Ella, Matteo and Marco made a 2-hour sunset cruise an amazingly memorable experience for my family. Pre- cruise everything was communicated clearly with prompt follow up and upon boarding the safety and tour of the boat was great. The small group size made the experience very enjoyable and during our cruise Matteo and Marco were engaging and attentive to everyone's needs. We saw whales in the distance, and several large groups of dolphins! The pupu platter bites was perfect as we enjoyed the sunset and good company. The boat and amenities were clean and we will be recommending this outfit to anyone who is visiting KoOlina and Oahu. Wonderful evening on the water and mahalo!"

Magic Sport Fishing

★★★★☆ 4.2 (56)

"I went out on this boat with my wife and her parents this past Tuesday. We had booked the full day exclusive charter +2 hours months in advance and met the crew at the harbor in Honolulu while it was still dark outside. Russell was the captain and a very nice but somewhat quiet guy. In addition to him we also had two deckhands on board to help with the fishing. The boat itself is a 50' Pacifica Sportfisher Yacht which had enough room outside for fishing and then had 2 bedrooms and plenty of space inside as well.After getting on the boat Russel asked us if we wanted to target the big guys or schools and we choose schools. After that we quickly headed out of the harbor and got our safety instructions and demonstrations. Our first stop was to find some bait balls and get some mackerel on board as live bait in case the lures were working on that day. The fishing for the makeral was to be done by the deckhands and while they pulled up a few fish, it was obvious that Russell wasn't happy with how they were biting for the day. I assumed it to be a bad omen but thankfully that wasn't the case. We eventually got to one of the places that he had targeted and with the live bait we quickly pulled up 11 Mahi Mahi one right after the other. It was like a game of musical chairs in the fighting chair because as soon as one was on the boat another was ready. They weren't exactly the biggest fish (maybe 8-14 lbs) but it was really nice for everybody to catch something. Once that was done we started going after the bigger fish for the day. Quickly after all the Mahi Action we had a Blue Marlin bite but he quickly got off the line. Thankfully not too long after that we got another bite and this one I was able to bring in. After a short but entertaining fight (I was on a lighter reel), we had the marlin on the boat (they already had a buyer lined up). It ended up being a 120 lb marlin and was absolutely massive. At this point we were maybe half way into our charter but things got a lot slower through the rest of the day. Even though we had already caught a ton of fish, the crew was constantly changing the lures hoping to get us that second marlin for the day. We only ended up having one more Marlin on and it got off the hook before we were able to fight it. Still, we stayed out for around 10 1/2 to 11 hours trying to catch that second marlin even though it never did happen. Whenever we got back to the dock we were able to hang up all of the fish and get photos with all of our catch. Even though in Hawaii the boat technically owns all of the catch and didn't have to share any with us, Russell ultimately allowed us to have the filets from two of the smaller Mahi Mahi. That was enough for two meals for our group of 4 and it was greatly appreciated.The bottom line for me is that I would recommend Magic Sportfishing to anyone looking for a good fishing charter in the Honolulu area. Russell and his crew were fantastic and all of us on the boat really had a great time!"

Holokai Catamaran

★★★★★ 4.7 (773)

"The Holokai Catamaran is a must do while in Waikiki Beach! I personally love the booze cruise, it's a great way to grab some amazing photos and have some really fun memories with your friends and family. The crew provides drinks and is super friendly and will refill up any empty soldiers you have. It's about 2 hours and the crew knows how to sail smooth. Shout out to Captain Ryan and his crew!!"

Captain Bob's Picnic Sail

★★★★★ 4.7 (193)

"We booked a 6 hour experience to the sandbar during our trip to Oahu and had a great time!Pick up and drop off in Waikiki is provided as part of the experience - we had to walk a bit to get to our pick up and drop off location but the bus was new, great AC, comfy seats.Ride to the pier took about 45 min through the mountain, the pier itself and boat weren't anything too impressive but the crew was super friendly and a great time. Lunch was included and it was a burger and some sides - there is a vegetarian option. Sadly the pineapple was not fresh and this was a bit disappointing but food was ok all considering.Alcoholic Drinks are available for purchase $5 each and included beers, hard seltzers and boxed wine. If using a credit card, $20 4 drink minimum purchase.First stop was to the sandbar - crew set up a volleyball net and took pics for everyone. Next we motored our a bit and saw some epic turtles. Then we continued to a reef area for snorkeling - definitely the best snorkeling we've ever done - coral had a ton of tropical fish and turtles. Overall, we were a bit sad the experience didn't include any SUP or kayaking but overall it was a fantastic day trip, great crew and definitely worth the price (we booked directly on the website for $161/pp)"

South Pacific Water Sports

★★★★★ 4.5 (13)

"This is our second time using South Pacific Water Sports. When you get their ask for the Special! It is also featured in their brochure where you get 3 activities for $99 + tax If you book online at https://www.southpacifichawaii.com it's only $89 + tax. This is a best deal in town. My son is 17 so we spent the entire day on the water. The skipper for bumper tubing was awesome and my son had an amazing time bumper boating and tubing.I was up next for Jet Skiing and I was able to hit maximum speed on the jet skis. I love to jet ski! I stay in Hawaii Kai when I visit Oahu so there are no issues with transportation getting to and from the Marina. If you are visiting, I recommended a car rental. There is plenty of free parking at the Marina. If you have to wait there are plenty of shops, Coconuts Shave Ice and Leonard's Malasadas at Koko marina.I highly recommend this place and plan on coming back again next year!"

Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

★★★★★ 4.5 (145)

"KBOS was quite an experience. Our group of 4 arrived at 8am for a 9am arrival. Parking was easy, anything on the left that has signs for 4 hours is fine. There is a bathroom near the general store.Seatings on the boat is assigned so no need for fighting. It can house around 100 people. They provide donuts, water, and juice. You can bring your own food. There is live music. There's bathroom on the boat. Once we arrived to our destination, the sandbar, we did the banana boat and bumper boat. This is where we are pulled by a boat doing extreme turns. Be sure to grip hard. If you fall off, the boat driver will stop. So don't worry. The rest of the sandbar time is up to you. Chill at the couches on the sandbar. Paddleboard. Kayak. Snorkel. Swim around. The whole activity including travel time is 4 hours."

North Shore Catamaran Charters

★★★★☆ 4.4 (251)

"We loved our snorkeling catamaran tour with North Shore Catamaran Charters! The boat was clean, comfortable and comfortable even had a small portapotty. People were so so nice. Guided our snorkeling experience and created a chill and joyous vibe. We 100% recommend this group and hope you sign up for a trip with them!!!"

Sail Blue Hawaii

★★★★★ 5 (26)

"Had a wonderful sail with Captain Gaelyn. My husband and I are sailors and wanted to experience a sail off the Hawaiian coast. Gaelyn hoisted the sails promptly and for 2 1/2hrs we were able to SAIL along the coast of Honolulu. She is very knowledgeable and made it a wonderful trip for us. Would highly recommend a sail with her."

Hawaiian Canvas

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"From the first time I called until the finished product was delivered these guys are top notch. Our dive boat needed new canvas and not only did the team at Hawaiian Canvas take the time to understand our project but they worked with us to meet (and even beat) our deadline.We finished stretching it last night and the craftsmanship and measurements are perfect. I'm so glad we found them and will be sending all of our boating needs to them. Mahalo Derek and Kiri....... Tremendous job, you really went the extra mile and earned our business for life!Gabe @ Kaimana Divers"

Whipsaw Sportfishing

★★★★☆ 3.6 (42)

"Captain Will and Tom are amazing people. They truly care about your experience on the boat. The detail in which they take care of you and the boat is second to none. They are incredibly positive the entire trip whether the reels are spooling or it's a quiet day on the beautiful Pacific. They each will take the time to talk and chat it up. If you are truly looking for a one of a kind experience on the water and not just someone that is there for the almighty dollar. Book the Whipsaw with Captain Will and Tom. You will not regret it. We truly appreciate the amazing day on the water and look forward to our next trip to the island for another great day with Captain Will and Tom on the Whipsaw."

Rainbow Scuba Hawaii

★★★★★ 4.7 (126)

"Wow, what an experience! This was my first dive, and I'm so happy I chose Rainbow Scuba!Ken was amazing and incredibly accommodating. We had 2 first timers, 1 certified, and 1 who had gone through the training but did not complete certification, so a rather diverse group. Ken made sure all of us were able to have a fun, safe adventure. It was also reasonably priced.The weather was pretty sketchy, but once we were down beneath, it was great! My husband did a 120' dive down in the Sea Tiger, and the rest of us did the Kewalo pipe. Sea turtle and eel sightings. We will be diving with Ken again should the opportunity to return to Oahu present itself."