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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Alaynac994
Oct 23, 2025
Great tour! - Austin and Sofia were awesome, such a nice tour with beautiful views (and affordable). Small family owned business, too! I will say the glass bottom is actually just four glass bottom areas you have to lean over and see through, but still worth it.
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Jack
Oct 14, 2025
Ocean view - Our 2 captains did a great job of searching and finding ocean fish and turtles along with engaging information about the ocean and Waikiki.
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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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David_h
Nov 14, 2025
Not what I was expecting - So it was a nice boat ride and the staff was great. However if you have an expectation of seeing lots of different things this is not to trip. I do understand that they can’t control nature but we stopped in one spot over a sunken barge and seen a few fish. One quick glimpse of I sea turtle. The last thing is I thought this was a glass bottom boat but all it had was 4 small about 3x4 spots to lean over and look into to see into the water. Not what I was expecting. The only reason I’m giving it 3 stars was the staff were very pleasant and informative.
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Charliepamo
Nov 10, 2025
Harbor boat ride Waikiki beach - Didn’t see much but some fish only because they fed them and a few turtles, the so called glass bottom boat didn’t see anything thru the glass at all but sand. The skipper and his helper were on personal phones a lot. Not really worth it.
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Karin_w
Oct 16, 2025
Not what I have expected - I was expecting a real “glass bottom” boat like what I have ride on in Okinawa and Thailand. But this is just a boat with four glass bottom box that you have to keep your head down and make you seasick. Also it really depends on your luck to see any sea animals. On my day, we only get to see some fishes.
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694ann2014
Nov 4, 2025
Beautiful ride but not much else. - This is a glass bottom boat and through out the 1 hour ride we did not see one fish through the glass. Nothing. The attendant threw fish food over the side and then we saw some fish. The ride itself was beautiful and peaceful. Don’t expect to fish or turtles.
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Donald_c
Nov 25, 2025
Too bad for us - Well must notify them 24 hours for cancellation but bad luck this morning my girlfriend foot got bang yesterday and this morning woke up with swollen foot and enable to put foot pressure on her foot ! Tour operator refused to honor the cancellation unless we got a Dr notes! I felt like we are kids ! Must bring daddy notes ! Come on we are adults and felt like too bad we lost it !
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From $46
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).