Premium Snorkel Cruise, Luau Buffet and Whale & Dolphin Watching
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Head to the country side of Oahu's West coast on a safe, comfortable Custom Catamaran, with a one of a kind Hot Hawaiian Buffet and beverages on board after snorkeling. With years of minimal development and mostly untouched waters, the Waianae Coast has maintained a flourishing abundance of marine life, coral reefs, and clear water. We visit areas frequented by pods of dolphins and turtles and many other sea life. From November through April, Humpback whales migrate here from Alaska during our winter months putting on a show for our guests. Snorkel in the warm, crystal clear blue waters that make unforgettable memories with our TOP RATED crew!
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We can accept collapsible wheelchairs and small umbrella strollers but they will be stored at the marina during the cruise. Wheelchair guests must be able to walk up a short flight of steps onto the bus and boat.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ocean Joy Cruises
Head north along the pristine western coast of Oahu to look for dolphins, whales (when in season), flying fish, green sea turtles and more. When your captain locates a pod of dolphins or whales, your boat stops to allow you to get an excellent view of the mighty mammals from the spacious deck. Afterward, your captain steers the boat into a special spot for snorkeling. Put on the provided gear and receive detailed safety and snorkeling instruction. Then hop in the water to marvel at colorful corals and a multitude of fish. Enjoy an hour of snorkeling in the clear tropical waters, with guides available to assist you with fish identification. Back on the boat, you can rinse off in one of the boat’s six warm, freshwater showers. Two changing rooms and restrooms are also available. A beautiful Hawaiian, Luau style Buffet and drinks are served! Please enjoy a scrumptious meal and look over the pictures our professional photographer on board took during your snorkel session and boat cruise.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Use of snorkels, masks, fins, flotation vests, flotation noodles
Reef Safe Sunscreen lotion, ginger pills
Hawaiian meal- Please notify Ocean Joy Cruises with any dietary concerns.
Hot Freshwater Showers
Restroom on board
Beverages (both alcoholic and nonalcoholic)
Optional Roundtrip Transportation from Waikiki
Gratuities
Pickup points
Hale Koa Hotel
2055 Kalia Road, Honolulu United States
The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
2040 Kuhio Ave, Honolulu United States
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Hokulani Waikiki Honolulu
2181 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu United States
The Kahala Hotel & Resort
5000 Kahala Avenue Honolulu United States
Waikiki Resort Hotel
2460 Koa Avenue Honolulu United States
Ala Moana Honolulu by Mantra
410 Atkinson Drive Honolulu United States
Prince Waikiki
100 Holomoana Street Honolulu United States
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
2552 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu United States
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort And Spa
2424 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu United States
Options
Private Sunset Charter
Price valid up to 25 people: We can accommodate up to 49 guest. For parties larger than 25 people, please reach out to us directly 808-677-1277.
Transportation Available: Transportation fee $40 per person. For transportation needs please reach out to us directly 808-677-1277.
Sunset Snorkel Summer No Trans
Sunset Snorkel Cruise Summer : Summer months include April- September and are 3 1/2 hours long. Transport yourself checkin by 3:45 pm for 4:15 pm departure
Sunset Snorkel Winter No Trans
Sunset Snorkel Cruise Winter: Transport yourself to Ko Olina Marina 92-100 Waipahe Place Kapolei, HI 96707 Check-in by 3:45 pm for 4:15 pm departure.
Sunset Snorkel w/ Trans Winter
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Sunset Snorkel Cruise Winter is offered yearly from October 1st- March 31st and is 2 1/2 hours long due to the sunset time.
Roundtrip Trans Included: Roundtrip transportation from select Waikiki hotels. Please contact [email protected] for pickup information.
Pickup included
Afternoon Cruise -No Transport
Afternoon Adventure Cruise: Transport yourself to Ko Olina Marina, 92-100 Waipahe Place, Kapolei, HI 96707 Check-in by 11:45 am for 12:15 pm departure.
Sunset Snorkel w/ Trans Summer
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Sunset Snorkel Cruise Summer is offered yearly starting on April 1st - September 30th and is 3 1/2 hours long.
Roundtrip Trans Included: Roundtrip transportation from select Waikiki hotels. Please contact [email protected] for pickup information.
Pickup included
Afternoon Cruise w/ Transport
Afternoon Cruise w/ Transport: Roundtrip transportation from select Waikiki hotels. Please contact [email protected] for pickup information.
Pickup included
Morning Cruise - No Transport
Morning Calm Cruise: Transport yourself to the Ko Olina Marina, 92-100 Waipahe Place, Kapolei, HI 96707 Check-in by 7:30 am for 8 am departure.
Morning Cruise w/ Transport
Includes Transportation: Roundtrip transportation from select Waikiki hotels. Please contact [email protected] for pickup information.
Pickup included
Reviews
1,329 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
THE BEST!!!!! Had an amazing day!!!!! I highly recommend! The crew is amazing! Got to see whales and turtles.
5rachelr,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00THE BEST!!!!! What an amazing day! Driver locked up at hotel and was awesome! Loved hearing about the sights on the way to the dock. The entire crew was incredible!! So nice, so fun and helpful!!!! Beautiful boat ride- saw amazing whales, I snorkeled for the first time and saw sea turtles! Loved that there was a crew photographer that captured everything- including the whales and turtles! To top it off- the lunch served was so good!!!!! An amazing day in Hawaii!!!!! I highly recommend!
Hawaii Ocean Joy Snorkel Cruise
Noname8642,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the most amazing experiences and best snorkel cruises we have been on! The crew was awesome and photographer amazing! Pic package affordable too! The food, drinks, snorkel gear were fantastic! Our Captain was awesome, you can even go up and drive the boat with him. We even saw whales. Highly recommend you won't be disappointed.
Crew was really cool and knowledgable.
248warrena,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really nice boat. Weather can get really rough in winter. We unfortunatly got some heavy wind and waves. Check the weather before u book
Vacation Topper!
Elizabeth C,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a wonderful beautiful day!! So magical couldn’t not have asked for a better day! We even had a surprise proposal and the photographer caught the moment!
All the ocean friends
Janae A,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful staff, great experience. It’s so fun to have a photographer with you on the trip. The staff were so attentive and fun.
Awesome Excursion, much more than advertised!
B731KFdanh,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Probably everyone already knows or was told that Hawaii is beautiful. But seeing it from a catamaran is an especially wonderful experience. Majestic Green mountains separating Blue Skies with puffy white clouds above over clear blue seas below takes your breath away. We were Blessed to see a momma and baby Humpback Whale flip their tails high out of the water. The crew had all the snorkeling gear cleaned and ready for us and to have fins that comfortably fit size 15 feet made me glad I didn’t lug mine through the airport. The water was so clear that I could see several hundred feet in any direction which made it easy to take in the brilliant colors of the Tropical Fish. We also saw a huge Sea Turtle that was curious about us. After the swim, we enjoyed an open bar and salad and fruit, pulled pork, chicken, rice, and cake for desert. The food was hot and very tasty. The crew did a great job and took pictures so you can relive your memories of a wonderful excursion. Conclusion, I would recommend this excursion to anyone, even if you do not snorkel. Every time we come to Hawaii we will do this again. Dan H.
Memorable experience
Crystal P,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time. The food was excellent, the company and crew were great, and the pictures were amazing and captured the fun perfectly. Thank you—we really enjoyed our time.
Great day
BernyetGE,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was perfect ! Great lunch ! Many whales and one turtle! We recommend this tour!
Worth every penny
domefc,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very unforgettable morning trip on a very comfortable boat we were lucky enough to see whales, monk seals and turtles.
Great tour!
kimbU117SZ,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We saw turtles, dolphins, and a whale. Really friendly and helpful crew members, good boat, snorkeling equipment & lunch. Great experience overall.
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