Top Hawaii Gondola Rides

Get a different perspective on Waikiki—and explore the underwater world without getting wet—on a glass-bottom boat cruise from Honolulu. Learn about Hawaii past and present from the crew as you venture onto the ocean in search of dolphins, sea turtles, and (during the season) migrating whales.

Get out onto the water in Oahu for a marine-life spotting cruise, even if you have limited to spare. This glass-bottom boat tour is the perfect introduction to Hawaiian sea life, as the expert captain and crew help spot creatures like green sea turtles, migrating whales, and dolphins. Unlike other catamaran cruises, this one lets you look below the surface of the water.

Cruise along the gentle waters of Waikiki Harbor and the Grand Canal aboard a Venetian gondola when you book this relaxing and romantic experience. Climb aboard your gondola with a small group and be treated with a warm "aloha" and a lei. Enjoy views of Diamond Head and Magic Island and feel the gentle Hawaiian breeze while you ride.

Cruise along the gentle waters of Waikiki Harbor and the Grand Canal aboard a Venetian gondola in an intimate group of no more than four passengers on this relaxing and romantic sightseeing cruise. Enjoy views of Diamond Head and Magic Island as you go, and savor an included drink and pastries.

Combo deal!! Get this 2 hour gondola cruise and receive an all day hop on hop off waikiki bus voucher after the completion of the cruise. The only truly romantic experience you will find on this incredibly beautiful island is on our family owned and operated Venetian style Gondola Cruise. You are greeted with a warm Aloha & adorned with a Hawaiian Forever Lei. Experience true luxury, sophistication and class as your Gondolier pours you chilled sparkling cider into elegant champagne flutes kept cold on a silver ice bucket. Then indulge in delicious desserts such as chocolate mousse or other delicious delights as you gently cruise on the calm glass like waters of Waikiki's Grand Canal, Harbor and Magic Island.

Enjoy sunset and dazzling city lights from the water with a private evening gondola cruise in Waikiki. After a lei greeting, cruise along the Ala Wai Harbor and Waikiki’s Grand Canal as you enjoy the views and a short light show (if conditions permit). Bring your own beverages with an added corkage fee.

Experience the Friday night fireworks over Waikiki from a unique vantage point with a small-group gondola tour. Cruise around the harbor, with views of the bridges and Magic Island, sip sparkling cider from champagne flutes, enjoy a fresh pastry, and receive a Hawaiian flower lei as you watch the dazzling fireworks display from the water.

Journey back in time — when ancient, powerful Kings ruled the rugged, fertile land of the Hawaiian Islands — on this half-day dinner cruise to Kealakekua Bay. Travel 12 miles (19 kilometers) down the Kona Coast to the Captain Cook monument. Learn the many secrets of the Big Island as a local historian points out numerous points of interest along the way, and enjoy dinner and live entertainment onboard.

Enjoy a romantic Valentine's private gondola cruise in Waikiki. Climb aboard a Venetian-style gondola, receive a lei greeting, then cruise along the scenic Ala Wai Harbor and Waikiki’s Grand Canal. Enjoy views of the city skyline, Diamond Head, and Magic Island while savoring a pastry and drinks on your private tour.

Sail on a catamaran down Oahu's western coast during this cruise from Ko Olina. Glide through unspoiled waters in search of dolphins and whales, then snorkel in a hidden local spot rich with marine life. Enjoy a Hawaiian buffet with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, plus convenient hotel pickup. Choose from three daily departure times.

Snorkel with green sea turtles in Oahu's Turtle Canyon on this tour departing from Waikiki. Board a power catamaran and sail along the shore of Oahu towards the island's best place to spot the resident turtles. Turtle sightings are guaranteed; if a turtle is not sighted, you will be given a free second cruise. The midday tour includes lunch and complimentary alcoholic drinks, while the morning tour offers unlimited soft drinks.