Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
To start off with you’ll cross Moli’i fishpond, an 800 yr old example of ancient Hawaiian aquaculture, where you will learn about sustainable fishing practices as well as our oyster farm and current stewardship practices. Soon after you’ll arrive at “Secret Island” where you will board our catamaran for an ocean tour of Kaneohe Bay. This tour offers spectacular views of Mokoli’i Island, Hakipu’u and Kualoa valleys, and the Ko’olau mountain range. If you’re lucky you may also see turtles or other wildlife.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE:
This tour requires guests to be able to climb stairs to board our catamaran.
We suggest wearing appropriate clothing and sun protection.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Storage lockers are available to rent with a $5 deposit for all day use
This is a scenic tour, no swimming.
Must provide first & last name, email address, and phone number for contact tracing
Required check in 45- minutes prior to tour time selected at the Kualoa Ranch Ticket Office
Photo ID matching the name on the reservation will need to be shown at check in
What To Expect
Kualoa Ranch
Make your own way to the scenic northern coast of Oahu to arrive at Kualoa Ranch. Your tour starts with a short ride across Moli’i Fishpond, an ancient Hawaiian pond in use more than 800 years ago to supply local villages with fish. As you glide across the 125-acre (50-hectare) fishpond, learn about traditional aquaculture practices in Hawaii.
Kane'ohe Bay
On the other side of the fishpond, arrive at Secret Island where your spacious catamaran awaits to take you on your 30-45 minute ocean cruise. The remains of the prehistoric Ko’olau volcano formed Kaneohe Bay, the Ko’olau mountains and Mokoli’i Island. The eye-catching scenery has served as the backdrop for Hollywood films including Pirates of the Caribbean 4, Pearl Harbor and 50 First Dates.
Options
Ocean Voyage Tour
What‘s Included
Professional guide
~20 minute Hawaiian fishpond tour
~45 minute ocean catamaran voyage
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
85 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Special experience!!!
Anna B,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience! Really enjoyed learning about the pond. SUPER enjoyed the catamaran ride around the stunning bay! Loved the view of chinaman’s hat and turtle reef. We were sooo lucky to see a huge pod of dolphin - the guides said they had never seen that before! We saw 2 sting rays and 5-6 turtles! Captain Antonio was so fun and funny. Captain Mike helped point out so many animals!
Amazing experience, can't wait to do it againn!
soniafB7490QT,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had such an amazing experience. I did the half day tour with the Ocean Voyage and the Movie Sites Tour. I didn't have a chance to do the others cause I was only in Hawaii for a, short time.... But am definitely coming back to do the others. I absolutely LOVED it! It wad literally my first time in Hawaii and my first time experiencing it... Highly recomend it!
Kualoa Ranch Ocean Voyage
777terr,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This gave us a chance to see the mountains from the coast on the boat. Amazing view of the Majestic Mountains. Captain was very informative explaining what was filmed there. Told us plenty about the geography of the area.
It was okay. Expected more
Kimberly G,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Fun only because it rained. Expected more. Kids only liked it cause it rained and the waves were adrenaline pumping
Disappointed and underwhelmed by the Ocean Voyage tour
joleeh821,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Kualoa Ranch is breathtaking, but this tour isn't it. I usually don't write reviews but I'm really surprised there are so many great reviews for this tour. I booked the Ocean Voyage March 2026 for our family and no one really enjoyed it from kids to adults. Our guide had very low energy and was very quiet. I kept waiting for something exciting to happen or to hear interesting info but that never happened. First you ride on a trolley over to the beach area to get on a small boat. Our guide shared some general information on that boat ride over to the island but was very flat and we could barely hear him. Then you walk through the island and once you get on the bigger catamaran, there is no narration. Just safety info about waves. The boat just goes out to a buoy and turns around. Although the scenery was pretty, I feel like any of the other land tours would have been 100% better.
Great guides fun boat ride
Navigate52762932968,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This excursion was just right for our fun filled day. Not too long and our guide Billy was super friendly and knowledgeable.
Sailing, Sailing, Oh the Views!
G1881HAmikem,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So much fun and the views were amazing. Kiki was a fantastic guide, very informative , and even had to give our tour extra info as traffic made the trip to the boat longer than usual. Enjoyed this boat ride!
A-MAZ-ING
annaliesa p,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I actually have no words. This made my little boys year! Jurassic Park, amazing scenery great hosts. Would recommend to anyone!
Enjoyable
Kim B,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Brittany was our tour guide. She did a great job pointing out locations where movies were filmed. She was very nice and even had us laughing - we enjoyed this tour and the boat ride out on the ocean. I would recommend this tour to anyone looking to go out on the ocean and get some amazing pictures from a different angle.
It was solid -esp for the price
Adventure09502917002,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The price and experience were solid. However, the ticket entry process was a bit off-putting. I was solo, and the person collecting everyone seemed a bit overbearing, which was understandable given his job to ensure everyone was accounted for and on the bus. It was the first time I felt a pang of loneliness on this beautiful solo journey of a lifetime I've taken here in Hawaii. It was when the person checking everyone off his list simply said, “Oh, you’re alone.” Yes, I am, and it’s my 40th. This comment slightly soured the experience right off the bat. I was further surprised being the only one "alone" that at no point was I offered a hand in trying to get a picture of myself and the breathtaking views. On the bright side, the woman who provided historical information was engaging and funny. Her stories and sense of humor were great, and I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the fish pools.
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