Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
4.5
Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
By Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats
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Ages 0-99, max of 49 per group
Duration: 1h
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Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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- Bottled water
- Restroom on board
- 60-minute cruise
- Experienced captain and crew
What's not included- Parking
- Gratuity
- Alcoholic beverages (guests may BYOB)
- Start:
- Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats, 1025 Ala Moana Blvd Slip F21, Honolulu, HI 96814, USAMeet at the Kewalo Basin Harbor Slip F21 Look for the BIG RED SIGN **Car** - GPS: 1009 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
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 21114P5- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- Where is the departure point for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?
- We’re in the Kewalo Basin Harbor. Our address is 1009 Ala Moana Blvd Honolulu, HI 96814, slip F26. You can find us at the front of the harbor along Ala Moana Blvd, close to the entrance near Ward Ave.Answered Mar 2021
- Do you provide hotel pickup for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?
- No. You must make your own arrangements to meet us at the Kewalo Basin Harbor. There is plenty of cheap parking at the harbor, or you can take a taxi or app-based ride-share service like Uber and Lyft.Answered Mar 2021
- Is there parking near the departure point for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?
- Yes - There is metered parking available nearby.Answered Mar 2021
- How early should I arrive for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?
- Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time in order to check in.Answered Mar 2021
The tour operator has provided the following answers to customers’ questions.- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 21114P5
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Itinerary
- 1025 Ala Moana Blvd Slip F21, Honolulu, HI 96814, USAMeet at the Kewalo Basin Harbor Slip F21 Look for the BIG RED SIGN **Car** - GPS: 1009 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
- 1PLEASE ARRIVE 20-MINUTES BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED DEPARTURE TIME Located in the Kewalo Basin Harbor at Slip F21. 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 Moana Blvd. we are on the front row of the marina that runs parallel to Ala Moana Blvd. - $1/hr Metered parking is available upfront, near the restrooms, and towards the south end of the harbor closest to Waikiki and Diamond Head. City Bus - Take bus #19, #20, or #42 from Waikiki - Exit at Ala Moana Blvd + Ward Ave - Walk to the boat in Slip F21Pass byWaikiki Beach
About the operator
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- albertchastine0 contributionsExcellentThese guys are super We took the night cruise to see the city it was amazing and very fun We took my mother in law and the guys were very attentive They have a really good vibe I recommend them highlyWritten 2 December 2024
- wrischmi0 contributionsGreat time with sea creaturesBeautiful tour of the beach area. Captain and first mate were knowledgeable. They scouted out spinner dolphins, turtles, and many kinds of fish. Earlier I had seen a whale near the beach but we missed him. You heard many stories about the Waikiki Beach area and Hawaii in general Serious crew and the best time we had on our tour of Hawaii!Written 1 December 2024
- Shelley E0 contributionsHonolulu lightsSeeing the lights of the city was amazing and to top off with fireworks was awesome! I got some great pictures!Written 25 November 2024
- Explore177981734030 contributionsJust mehThe staff was super nice and entertaining, however, the actual experience itself was kind of lackluster and not worth the price.Written 19 November 2024
- 25latishaf0 contributionsAmazingThey were so nice and informative. They are super funny and get in great areas for pictures. They give recommendations for restaurants. I would definitely recommend.Written 19 November 2024
- gordonhM7637BK0 contributionsGlass bottom tour was a great experienceWe had a great time. The staff were above average. 😄😄😄 The couple who give the tour were very fun and the sights were amazing. We got to see some dolphins, sea turtles and some lovely fish. Would definitely recommend.Written 17 November 2024
- vjebner0 contributionsVery Enjoyable!We had a great time. We went on the sunset tour. Would have loved to do the Friday fireworks tour but we were leaving town. The staff were knowledgable and made it a great boat ride and tour. It was relaxing and they made it fun even with it raining. We would definitely use them again.Written 11 November 2024
- hnjna233790 contributionsDo it!!The trip was awesome. I highly recommend it. The guys knew exactly what to look for and where the sea life was at. Saw some turtles and dolphins.Written 31 October 2024
- nkemo9950 contributionsNice way to spend 1 hourThe captain and his wife were very nice and pleasant. It was a nice 1 hour spent on the water in a boat. Opportunity to take some lovely photos especially with the diamond head backdrop. It is a shoreline tour. We only saw a few fish, but did not see any other sea life. As per the other reviews, there were 4 boxes allowing a view underneath to the sea, but they were not very helpful, so not a true glass bottom tour.Written 27 October 2024
- 590kerryh0 contributionsRelaxing one hour cruiseWhat can you see in just one hour? This is more of a relaxing cruise with beautiful views of Waikiki buildings and beaches. There is very little to see through the glass bottom. There were 4 viewing areas so you could easily find a spot to view small fish and tiny amounts of brown coral. The captain fed the fish to see them rise to the surface which was really an artificial sighting. However, we did see two turtles in the time spent on the water. We did not see a shipwreck , nor any other marine life. Let’s be realistic- it is an out and back cruise on the beautiful Pacific Ocean with lovely weather. Any wildlife is a bonus. The turtle cove was occupied by many snorkellers and we just passed by the area.- if you are looking for a marine encounter, go snorkelling- if you are looking for a short leisurely cruise, take the class bottom boat. It was enjoyable and picturesque.Written 18 October 2024
- april42520 contributionsAmazing experience! So worth your moneyAmazing experience! Was definitely the highlight of our trip. Our captains brought great energy, stopped and pointed at marine life and even let us slow down and enjoy the pod of dolphins around us. Sunset views were incredible!Written 17 October 2024
- T1445HRscotts0 contributionsSmooth SailingVery fun and informative. Really good way to get some local knowledge. We even got some tips on where the less crowded beaches are.Written 14 October 2024
- Y8890EAmark0 contributionsMorning trip to turtle canyonWe had a great trip with the family. Jim was the best captain, so knowlegable on the islands history and tourist attractions. Saw turtles and lots of cool looking fish. We loved it, we did the day trip and the night fireworks cruise. Well worth it.Written 8 October 2024
- G6366BBbradw0 contributionsGreat tripThe trip, the captain and his wife, and the trip are great. Would do it again in a heartbeat. He had great knowledge of the area and gave us awesome suggestions for dinner afterwards. We went to the Highway Inn and it was fantastic as well.Written 5 October 2024
- mambriz850 contributionsRecommend for family and older folks. Fun & Relaxing.Boat has restroom, shadded area, and it's a nice tour to sit relax and rest your feet while enjoying a peaceful boat ride. I took my 66 year old mother who needed a break from activities and she loved it. We saw spinning dolphins, fish, and turtles. Guides were nice and informative. They also had cold water available. Recommend this tour.Written 5 October 2024
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Smyrna, GA3 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
My family and I had the opportunity to set sail with Justin and Max on 6/23/2021 and we really enjoyed ourselves. They were great at helping us locate the wildlife as well as told a couple of great jokes in addition to snapping a couple of family photos for us. The only downside to this cruise was that it was super short (1 hour) and we had a family that was five minutes late which cut into our overall time at sea. We were pulling in at exactly the time we would have if the family hadn’t been late. We all wished it was a little longer. Great, quick tour!
Written 24 June 2021
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MitzyNZ
New Zealand14 contributions
Jul 2023
We enjoyed the boat ride and commentary with great view of Honolulu and Waikiki and Diamond Head. However, the glass bottom area of the boat was small and not much time was spend talking about the sea life. The Skipper did attempt to find Turtles but was unsuccessful in getting close to any. We went in the afternoon but it may have been better to go earlier in the day or more toward sundown.
Written 10 August 2023
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Stacey F
Elkridge, MD2 contributions
Jun 2021 • Solo
This little trip was memorable and filled with excitement. From the friendly knowledgeable captain and his first mate who was also funny. To the open water chase of a run away hat, the feeding frenzy of the many silver fish and the submarine that tried to resurface right in front of the boat. We throughly enjoyed the whole experience.
Written 20 June 2021
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Viv1theWanderer
Fremont, CA50 contributions
The crew was really good, boat was clean and they tried hard to entertain but the glass bottom of the boat was pretty pointless. We did see a few shoals of small to medium sized fish as well as nice views of the beaches from the ocean. We also saw a couple of turtles at a distance (there were snorkellers and divers there so we couldn't get closer) but I'd rather go snorkeling if I wanted that. All in all it was an okay trip.
Btw we booked for 10.30am and when we got there they said we'd been moved to 10. They had sent us a message asking us if we wanted to change slots but we were traveling and couldn't reply. It was lucky we got there when we did or we would have had to wait a good hour and a half for the next trip. They were not even apologetic about it, the person at the ticket window just shrugged.
Btw we booked for 10.30am and when we got there they said we'd been moved to 10. They had sent us a message asking us if we wanted to change slots but we were traveling and couldn't reply. It was lucky we got there when we did or we would have had to wait a good hour and a half for the next trip. They were not even apologetic about it, the person at the ticket window just shrugged.
Written 26 February 2022
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Kylie H
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Aug 2021 • Couples
Our tour guide Kai was fantastic!! He was so personal and really made you feel like family. He narrated the tour, but it was anything but boring, he was so into educating and sharing a wonderful experience with riders, it definitely felt like ohana. He is also so great with kids and will make the tour something a kiki would love! 100/10 recommend, make it a priority stop!!
Written 14 August 2021
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olgaluciala
Los Angeles, CA1 contribution
Aug 2021 • Family
It was a bad experience, We paid the most expensive in the afternoon, and nothing to see, the name of the company not it's true, there were many kids in the boat waiting to see fish, corals, etc, that the company Hawaii Glass Bottom offered, but nothing to see, not narrative during the tour, only music and nothing to see, for my kids were very bore and anothers kids never had the chance to see fishes or turtles or something like that.. Time and money wasted. I don't recommended this tour, if you want see fishes or sea animals. look for another company that show sea animals.
Written 13 August 2021
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ATMudz
Calgary, Canada3 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
The guys operating the boat were really good and despite the weather the guys tried to show us some things and maneuvered the boat well. However we didnt see much and I would hardly call this a glass bottom boat. There were glass bottoms about two feet wide and you had to look like in a freezer like thing to see down to the glass to see anything. It was disappointing.
Written 7 March 2020
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Don D
Topeka, KS54 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
This is an enjoyable and informative tour with a misleading name. We took the 7 am tour and had a great time cruising with a pod of spinner dolphins. We briefly saw one turtle on the surface. The glass bottom view was minimal to useless the entire tour. In total I saw a blurry sea turtle and 4 fish swim under the boat. So if what you are expecting is a snorkeling type experience this is not for you.
Written 15 May 2021
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d3ebo
Bloomington, MN49 contributions
We loved our one hour tour in the glass bottom boat! Captain Jim and his wife Keiko were wonderful hosts. We heard the history of the area and got some restaurant suggestions as well. The length of the boat ride was just right and kept our teen entertained. Keiko threw fish food out of the boat which attracted many different types of fish we could see through the glass bottom wells. Very fun!
Written 27 March 2022
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Candace G
4 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
Crew was friendly and fantastic. The tour guide shared fun info without going over the top in personality or talkativeness. The music made the experience peaceful and enjoyable. We were only able to enjoy the experience because it was early enough in the morning and a short enough excursion to fit in before our flight left. The time of year made the visibility perfect. Very enjoyable!
Written 28 November 2021
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No, my son lives here and he drove us to the pier. We Uber backed to the hotel.
Written 10 July 2021
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