Sightseeing Cruises

Waikiki Marine Life Cruise on Glass-Bottom Boat

Cruise Oahu’s South Shore on a 1-hour glass-bottom boat, spotting reefs and a shipwreck below while enjoying Diamond Head views above.

Board a stable glass-bottom vessel and glide along the coastline as you watch the ocean floor through clear viewing ports.

See tropical reefs and a known shipwreck without getting wet, with chances to spot turtles, dolphins, and reef sharks.

Keep an eye out for seasonal humpback whales from November to May; sightings are possible but never guaranteed.

A compact outing that fits any itinerary, ideal for families and groups looking for an easy ocean experience.

1-hour marine life cruise on the Haleiwa Queen

Glass-bottom viewports

Food and beverages

Parking

Gratuities

Whale sighting guarantee

Additional expenses not included with your ticket

TOTAL DURATION1 hour
Start point
Kewalo Basin Harbor
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Passes By
Waikiki Beach
Diamond Head Crater (Lē’ahi)
Diamond Head
Ala Moana Beach Park
Magic Island
Honolulu skyline
Coral reefs & tropical fish
Sea turtles, dolphins, sharks, eels
Seasonal whale sightings (from Nov-May)
Potential Shipwreck Site (near reef area)
End point
Kewalo Basin Harbor
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Nena B
Couple
Verified booking
Today
Thank you for a great trip around the island. Pointing out different areas and being able to see the big turtles was a treat.
Tracy Z
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Being very honest, I was quite disappointed. Was I wrong to expect a glass-bottom boat? I don't think so. Several 3'x3' holes in the floor of the boat (with high walls around them, difficult for a small child to navigate) was not the experience I envisioned for my 2 year old granddaughter. I expected to see more sea life and less of a boat ride with narration about the hotels and swimming spots along the waterfront. The entire thing was a waste of money.
Sep 2026
Took my mom for her birthday (she’s a BIG ocean nerd) and wow, she was soooo happy. The crew (shoutout to Kiki and Jim!) were seriously the NICEST, kept cracking jokes and even spotted a sea turtle for us. We sat up front and the wind got wild, so bring a hair tie if you’ve got long hair, trust me. Glass bottom was cooler than I expected, could see all kinds of fish. Only thing, you can’t bring food aboard, but they have water. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
Sep 2026
Family trip with kids (ages 7 & 10). They LOVED looking through the glass at the bottom, esp my youngest who kept yelling 'fish!!' every 2 mins. Crew was chill, answered like 80 questions (thanks for patience, Brandon). Didn’t see dolphins but saw a turtle and tons of colorful fish. Boat was a bit packed tho, so try to get there a little early for the best spots.
Aug 2026
Wasn’t expecting much tbh, but this was actually super cool. The glass bottom thing makes you feel like you're in an aquarium, but you’re out on the real ocean. Staff kept us laughing the whole time. Only downside: boat rocks a lot when windy, so if you get seasick maybe take something before.

What to bring

Plan to arrive at the harbor at least 15 minutes before departure to complete boarding without rushing.

If you’re susceptible to seasickness, consider taking your usual motion sickness medication around two hours before the cruise.

Pack light and bring only the essentials, as storage space for larger belongings is limited.

What’s not allowed

Leave large bags and suitcases behind, as they cannot be taken onboard.

Smoking, vaping, e-cigarettes, alcohol, and illegal substances are prohibited throughout the cruise.

Motorized wheelchairs and scooters cannot be brought onto the vessel.

Accessibility

Collapsible wheelchairs and walkers are permitted onboard.

Boarding involves stepping up onto the ramp, walking across it, and stepping down into the boat, as the ramp is not fully accessible.

Guests using wheelchairs or walkers should be able to manage these steps with assistance if required.

Additional information

Humpback whales typically migrate through Hawaiian waters from November to May, making this the prime seasonal window for whale watching.

Whale and other marine-life sightings are subject to nature and cannot be guaranteed.

Children aged 2 and under can join the cruise free when accompanied by a parent.

At least 10 guests are required for the cruise to operate; if the minimum is not reached, you can choose to reschedule or receive a full refund.

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