Private Sunset Cruise Near Waikiki

Enjoy your own private sunset cruise

Discover the beautiful views of the ocean, local wildlife, the iconic east side of Oahu, and the sun dipping into the sea as you join me on a private catamaran cruise in Waikiki. We’ll depart from Kewalo Basin Harbor located in Honolulu and make our way up the coastline to Diamond Head, making stops along the way for any turtles, dolphins, or whales we may spot during our journey. Once at the top of our route, we will find a calm anchorage to relax at. Guests are welcome to join me for guided snorkeling and swimming or just dip their toes in the water as we soak in the beautiful afternoon. Lastly, we will watch the sunset in the ocean as we head back to the harbor.

The vessel is exclusively reserved for your party so you are welcome to play your own music and bring any refreshments you would like to enjoy during our time together. I’ll happily be sharing my local knowledge and the cultural history of the area we are traveling in throughout the cruise. There is no better way to end the day.

Time & Duration: Available daily from 4:15pm – 6:45pm. The trip is 2.5 hours long and can be extended after purchase. Start time will vary with sunset times throughout the year. We will reach out to organize the best time to leave.
What’s Included: A fully-equipped Catamaran with lots of cockpit and deck space, shade, sound system, complimentary boat beverages, snorkeling equipment and instruction, an a USCG licensed Captain offering hands on snorkeling instruction.
What to Bring:

We recommend bringing the following: Reef safe sunscreen, swim clothes, a towel, any additional food or beverages you would like and a camera to capture the experience.

Frequently asked questions

May we bring our own food and drinks?

Yes. While we do provide light refreshments, guests are welcome to bring any of their own food or drinks.

What kind of wild life will we see?
It is not uncommon to see turtles, fish, dolphins, Hawaiian monk seals, and the occasional eagle ray.

Where do we meet?
Pick up is at Kewalo Boat Harbor Dock C, located at 1125 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814 (approximately 5 to 15 minutes from most Waikiki locations.

Is there a bathroom aboard?
There is no restroom on the boat, bathrooms are available at that harbor.

We provide water on all cruises. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks (including adult beverages) on any of our cruises. We even have coolers with ice that you can use.
Expect to see local reef fish, turtles, eels, beautiful living reef formations, and the famous South Shore of Oahu. You get spectacular views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the cityscape of downtown Honolulu. Sharks, dolphins, and whales may also be seen depending on the season.
Passengers with mobility issues need to be able to take a step across from the dock to the boat in order to board, and then guests can then be immediately seated. Our crew can assist if needed — just make sure to arrive a little bit early! Once on board, there is plenty of space for all our guests. Walkers and collapsible wheelchairs can be brought on board. Motorized chairs or scooters are not allowed.

Allison C
Lincoln, CA

The Best of Waikiki!

This is a hidden gem of activities in Waikiki! It was absolutely the highlight of our trip and I HIGHLY recommend that you book. I loved that they had an ice chest waiting there for us as I love bringing my own snacks and drinks. They wait on you hand and foot while you are on the boat! I felt like a queen! Also, they stop and let you swim, snorkel, hang out on the floating raft, etc. So much fun! I have lived in Maui in for years and been to Waikiki dozens of times and this was by far my favorite activity!

Dannyelle H

Top Notch!

This was probably my favorite part out of my whole trip to Hawaii. We asked to switch days to avoid the storm and Francesco was so quick, communicative, and even helped us get a discount. We saw whales then snorkeled with turtles and fish. The boat also has a cooler so you can bring your own snacks and drinks, and had a Bluetooth speaker to connect your phone to play music. Couldn't have had a better time. Francesco and his cocaption were so professional and kind. If I ever was in Honolulu again, I would book this trip. The private experience (especially during Covid) is unbeatable. 11/10 would recommend.