Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
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Oahu, USA
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
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.
- See Hawaiian sea life without snorkeling or diving on a glass-bottom boat tour
- Stay comfortable beneath canopies while you look for marine life
- Express tour fits easily into most Honolulu sightseeing schedules
- Learn about Hawaiian culture from the crew
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Restroom on board
- 60-minute cruise
- Experienced captain and crew
- complimentary photos
- Parking
- Gratuity
- Alcoholic beverages (guests may BYOB)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats1025 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
Meet 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 point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Meet for this Waikiki glass-bottom boat cruise in the designated spot in Honolulu 20 minutes before your booked cruise time to check in and find a seat on board the boat. This adventure is ideal for travelers who only have a short time to spare, but still want to see Hawaii’s beautiful underwater world.
Once you’re on the boat and so are the other travelers in your group, set off to explore the sea life of the Pacific Ocean, including possibilities to see dolphins, sea turtles, and whales in their natural habitats. Plus, because the boat features a glass bottom, you can see coral reefs, tropical fish, and more from the floor.
For added convenience, bottled water is provided and there is an onboard restroom, too. Your cruise finishes up and drops you back on land in Honolulu.
Once you’re on the boat and so are the other travelers in your group, set off to explore the sea life of the Pacific Ocean, including possibilities to see dolphins, sea turtles, and whales in their natural habitats. Plus, because the boat features a glass bottom, you can see coral reefs, tropical fish, and more from the floor.
For added convenience, bottled water is provided and there is an onboard restroom, too. Your cruise finishes up and drops you back on land in Honolulu.
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Kewalo Basin
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Waikiki Beach (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Priority Boarding Available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q:Where is the departure point for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?
A: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.
Mar 2021
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
David_D
This was super fun, dont miss it. Keep this one on the "for sure" things-to-do list. Captain & crew were highly experienced, friendly, and made the the tour absolutely.great.
We saw turtles, fish, coral, and the gorgeous coastline and beaches.
My family said this was the best thing out of all the the stuff we did so far. It's a must-see, don't miss checking it out.
Reviews
4.6
based on 2,261 reviews
Nichole_M, May 2026
The crew was so friendly and fun, they pointed out turtles and fish so everyone could see them. We had a great time
Mayon_W, May 2026
The captain was funny and entertaining. Staff members were friendly and helpful. We saw a lot of turtles and fish. Unfortunately, we didn’t see any dolphins which disappointed the kids but overall it was a great experience
Serhii_D, May 2026
Overall, the tour was okay, but not what I expected from a “glass bottom” boat.
Pros:
- Nice boat ride with good views of Waikiki.
- Good opportunity to take photos during the tour.
- We saw multiple dolphins, which the crew said was a rare event.
- We also saw one turtle.
- The crew helped attract fish by throwing algae into the water.
Cons:
- The “glass bottom” part felt like false advertising.
- There were only four small viewing windows.
- Nothing was really visible through the glass bottom.
- Marine life sightings were limited and depended mostly on luck.
- Not quite the experience I expected.
Rebekah_R, May 2026
Best tour guides!!! had an amazing time seeing the dolphins and beautiful fish. The hour seemed like mins because they kept you engaged and made it really enjoyable❤️
KarenGail_W, May 2026
The tour guide, Austin, is fantastic! Very knowledgeable and funny, answered our many questions and made recommendations. Sophia, the boat hand was also great, took our photos! The view from the boat is beautiful and cool, breezy! I got to see my first ever sea turtle, which was on my bucket list! We got a photo of another large fish but aren’t sure if it’s some type of shark or not. I think we saw a baby manta ray lying on the bottom also. Highly recommend as a fun activity that was very reasonable and packs a lot into only one hour. I appreciate that they are very conscientious of the scheduled timing since we were planning on seeing the Pearl Harbor memorial afterwards and didn’t want to be late.
Gina_W, May 2026
The glass bottom title is a little misleading. There are 4 rectangular peering windows where the glass is bottom. Other than that little disappointment, it was a great 1 hour where we got to see lots of fish and dolphins and turtles.
ismaelvalencia1118, May 2026
The ride alone was fun but the sights and commentary was definitely worth. Me and my wife had a blast!
Kenneth_C, May 2026
The Captain of the boat was very skillful and knowledgeable. He did a great job explaining all of the sites we passed and he made sure we were safe during our outing. I highly recommend taking this boat tour if you're ever in Waikiki.
Ebony_B, May 2026
The views were beautiful and the captain and crew were nice, friendly, and informative. Although it was not a true glass bottom boat. Just 4 window pains in the shift floor in an encasement.
Jeffrey_T, May 2026
Very relaxing and fun ride to diamond head and back. We also had the chance to visit the food truck and farmer market for an hour!
Sabita_B, May 2026
We booked this very last minute but we had wonderful experience. We saw many turtles, dolphins and fishes. Kids loved it.
John_S, May 2026
Great for a quick afternoon filler. Ship crew is very friendly and knowledgeable. Very kid friendly as well.
Raymond_G, May 2026
It’s amazing and the owners are local. They do stop to make sure you see the sea life. We were able to see dolphins on our trip it was amazing to witness.
Danielle_M, May 2026
Awesome experience! Staff Brandon and Cameron were great! They threw fish food into the ocean and a ton of cool different fish came right up to the boat. We also got to see a big sea turtle, and a huge pod of dolphins! Lovely view of Diamond Head mountain. Didn’t see much in the glass bottom parts but still enjoyed all around!
Aaron_B, May 2026
It's a great experience if you love the ocean and want to see the bottom of the ocean I loved it all
raquel_K, Apr 2026
Very knowledgeable hosts. The bottom isn’t glass but that’s ok. We saw sea turtles and beautiful fish
Isis_S, Apr 2026
This is an amazing and breathtaking experience that every tourist should do. It’s also very peaceful
Michael_C, Apr 2026
The captains were great friendly and informative. Made for a nice outing on the water very enjoyable.
Peter_N, Apr 2026
Way fun. Do it. It's worth it. We had the best time. The boat operators were stellar. The boat was really cool.
Alina_W, Apr 2026
This was a fun hour long experience, our 2 skippers went out of their way for us to experience seeing beautiful fish, Spinner Dolphins and a few Turtles.
Alicia_S, Apr 2026
Amazing experience! We saw dolphins, turtles and so many fish, we absolutely loved every minute of it! But I would recommend getting to the port early…parking is hard to find!
Jessica_L, Apr 2026
The tour time was changed last minute without notice, however the tour guides were nice and informative, it was a great experience.
Daysi_T, Apr 2026
1- Easy to find, as Glass Bottom provides copious amount of address details.
2- Parking available on site and affordable. A few bucks.
3-The boat has two bottom cutouts ( ROUGH ESTIMATE 3ft x 5ft), windows per se. Guests stand and huddle from the top level and look down. Similar to looking down a small set of stairs into a basement.
4-Don't expect a boat that has a full glass bottom. More like two panels on each side of the boat.
5- There is coverage, protecting you from
the sun if you choose.
6-BYOB and snacks. They do have water.
7- Bathroom on board.
8- We booked at the last minute ( the evening before) and they had availability.
9- Great price , good deal
We saw turtles and there is a spot they coax fish, by feeding them We did not have the opportunity to see them in my life. However, the view from the water is absolutely spectacular. It was a beautiful day and the crew of 2 are super knowledgeable, provide history, friendly, and professional. The experience of the ocean for an hour with the beautiful views of shore, and nature is absolutely worth it.
Cassie_L, Apr 2026
Wonderful, knowledgeable captain who ensured we saw the sea life up close. We spotted turtles, dolphins and many fish!
Nancy_Y, Apr 2026
Fun boat ride. You get beautiful views and chances to see the sea life. Would highly recommend if you only have a small amount of time to spare.
Alida_T, Apr 2026
Glass bottom boat is a little misleading. It has look thru portals on top deck that look down into a part of the boat is glass but not all. Plus so many people, you could never get a good look.
Sandra_B, Apr 2026
Amazing experience. Have the camera ready and be quick to take pictures because the sea animals move quickly
Gil_P, Apr 2026
It’s an enjoyable experience with knowledgeable, entertaining staff! Great experience for the money!!
Suzanne_M, Apr 2026
It was a short one hour trip out on the Pacific with the promise of the possibility of… seeing nature. We stopped twice. The first time in the very far distance we saw a whale tail (kind of). The second time we stopped our tour guide threw out some bait and we saw fish. Other than that ride out to the Pacific, I really don’t think it was worth the price.
Mark_S, Apr 2026
Most affordable thing to do in Honolulu. Guides were great and were able to find some whales for viewing even in mid April. Not a true glass bottom boat but it did not matter
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