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Waikiki Beach Glass Bottom Boat Tour

Recommended by 90% of travelers
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Oahu, USA
High interest
Booked 5+ times today.
  • 1 hour (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.6
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· Jaime_C ·
Mar 2026
Absolutely amazing! We saw many fish, sea turtles, a pod of spinner dolphins, Diamond Head, and the remains of a shipwreck! Even if we hadn't seen all that it would have been worth it! The crew were lovely, friendly and knowledgeable! Great!!
· Rachel_L ·
Feb 2026
The captain took us to well known spots and we saw lots of fish, a huge turtle and a whale. It was a beautiful sunny morning. The hour long out on the water was the perfect way to start the day. The two crew were very friendly and informative.

Overview

Maximize your chances of seeing some of Oahu's most exciting marine life with this tour that takes you onto the water and to tropical reefs and one of Hawaii’s popular shipwrecks. As you cruise keep an eye out for *honu* (sea turtles), eels, reef sharks, dolphins, and schools of tropical fish, all visible from the deck through the boat's glass bottom.
  • Glass-bottom boat tour: Excellent opportunity to see marine life
  • Learn about resident marine life from your guides
  • Canopy-covered deck: Keep your cool in the afternoon heat
  • Complimentary water: No need to bring your own

What's Included

  • 60-minute sightseeing cruise
  • Marine life viewing (dolphins, turtles, whales during the season
  • Experienced captain and crew
  • Canopy-covered deck for shade and comfort
  • Bottled water
  • complimentary photos
  • Parking($1/hr Metered parking is available upfront closest to Waikiki and Diamond Head.)
  • Gratuity
  • Alcoholic beverages (guests may BYOB)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats
    1025 Ala Moana Blvd Slip F21, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA

    1009 Ala Moana Blvd. Kewalo Basin Harbor, slip F21 (Look for the big RED sign that says Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats)

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Kewalo Basin

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Waikiki Beach

Admission Ticket Free

3

Diamond Head State Monument

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • We cannot accommodate power wheelchairs. There is one step across from the dock to board the boat
  • We recommend bringing infants in a car seat or hands-free carrier
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Priority Board 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 Waikiki Beach 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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Reviews

4.6
based on 848 reviews
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Wow!

Jaime_C, Mar 2026
Absolutely amazing! We saw many fish, sea turtles, a pod of spinner dolphins, Diamond Head, and the remains of a shipwreck! Even if we hadn't seen all that it would have been worth it! The crew were lovely, friendly and knowledgeable! Great!!

Sea Turtles, Rainbows, and Diamond Head

Tanisha_F, Mar 2026
First of all, there were multiple sea turtles sightings on my trip! They offer a friendly, informative environment that allows passengers to take in their beauty unrushed. This is a local family owned business, with a skilled and friendly crew. The vibe is laid back and connected to the island, instead of tourist-y You can't miss if you follow their recommendations for local restaurants and cultural activities either. I highly recommend this experience.

The Glass Bottom is only...

Tony_N, Mar 2026
The Glass Bottom is only to get people on the boat you can only see thru it while the boat is NOT moving The boat doesn't stop it go's from the port to near diamond head and back to the port the only things we saw was a sea turtle that came to the surface for air and a school of fish that came to the surface to eat the food someone thru in the water

Expected to see more fish...

Kimberly_M, Mar 2026
Expected to see more fish and through the glass bottom but none was seen. Driver was nice but was expecting something different from excursion. Just a nice boat ride.

Great crew

Dusty_T, Mar 2026
Very personable crew that gave interesting commentary on the sights. Not a lot of marine lifebut that's the chance you take on tours. Schools if fish and some turtles made everyone run to one side of the boat, but it didn't capsize.

Perfect way to start the day

Rachel_L, Feb 2026
The captain took us to well known spots and we saw lots of fish, a huge turtle and a whale. It was a beautiful sunny morning. The hour long out on the water was the perfect way to start the day. The two crew were very friendly and informative.

Just an hour boat cruise

Melinda_W, Feb 2026
It was nice to get out on the water but the glass bottom part was never useful. It was just an ok tour. Don’t regret doing it but don’t need to do it again.

The picture is very...

Courtney_F, Jan 2026
The picture is very misleading. The bottom of the boat is not see through. There are only 4 holes to look through. The crew was extremely nice and did the best they could.

Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat

Clarence_I, Jan 2026
We had good guides and saw fish and sea turtles. It was a very relaxing and enjoyable experience. I would recommend the

Glass bottom boat it is...

Christy_L, Jan 2026
Glass bottom boat it is not They have 2 boxes that you can see the water but no fish They throw fish food over the side and a few fish come to the top That’s all the captain and his mate were awesome and they did take pictures of people which was awesome And they were informational And funny And it was a nice ride in their boat and in the ocean

I loved every second of...

Kvontay_P, Jan 2026
I loved every second of this. This is the BEST boat tour I’ve ever went on. Fyi they do not ask you to leave reviews. Very genuine honest people! I took a solo trip from Mississippi to Hawaii and I haven’t been disappointed yet.

Ian and Tristan were...

Hollie_L, Jan 2026
Ian and Tristan were excellent guides! Loved seeing the wildlife, and leaning some local history. Excellent tour and beautiful view of diamond head

Great time

teresastewart99, Dec 2025
Ian and Cam were great. Very knowledgeable, fun time. Definitely a must do while on the island. We saw turtles!

Saw two sea turtles &...

Jordan_B, Dec 2025
Saw two sea turtles & some fish. Not much else but the music was awesome and the views were fabulous — we had a blast!

So much fun!

Tiffiny_J, Dec 2025
The crew was so friendly and we had a blast. Definitely will go again next time we're here!! We got to feed the fish and saw a sea turtle and sting ray.

Excellent guides. Very...

naomifukagawa, Dec 2025
Excellent guides. Very knowledgeable, especially about Hawaiian history and culture. Saw turtles and lots of fish.

We were expecting...

Michelle_L, Dec 2025
We were expecting something much different. We thought the whole bottom of the boat would be glass so we could see the sea life below. Instead there were for box like structures that has about a 3x4 foot glass opening. We barely saw any fish but the views of Oahu were great including the rainbows.

Locally owned!!

Jerimiah_M, Dec 2025
Great experience just going out and seeing the city from the ocean. Saw a decent amount of fish but to be honest I wasn’t looking hard. I was soaking in the vibes of the tour. Awesome music and great Captain and conCaptain very knowledgeable. I was thrilled when I found out it was one of the few locally owned tours. Support local!!! Love this island. I feel very connected out here.

Very bad overall. The glass bottom boat ride was really disappointing. There was nothing to see, and the music was extre

Fargah_T, Dec 2025
The glass bottom boat ride was really disappointing. There was nothing to see, and the music was extremely loud, it even gave me a headache. When I asked them to turn it down, they ignored me. The whole experience was pretty terrible.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Mahalo for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience on the glass bottom boat ride did not meet your expectations. Your concerns about visibility and the volume of the music are important to us, and we appreciate you bringing them to our attention. We strive to create enjoyable experiences for all our guests, and it’s disappointing to know we fell short during your visit. Your feedback will help us improve our services. Aloha…

Pretty good

Killian_H, Dec 2025
The whole boat isn’t glass bottom like thought it was. They have viewports that are really small to look down through. But for the price I think it’s worth it. Was just super let down that I wasn’t standing on actual glass at all. See turtles, fish, and dolphins. Still a nice time.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Mahalo for your honest feedback! We’re sorry to hear that the boat's setup didn’t meet your expectations regarding the glass bottom. We appreciate your understanding of the pricing and are glad to know you still had a nice time spotting turtles, fish, and dolphins. WOW! Aloha…

Hopeless trip

Ramesh_B, Dec 2025
Prior to the boat trip; we thought will see fishes, turtles etc through glass bottom boat; did not see any fish or turtles: However we did see fishes and turtles away from the boat. Staff working on the boat were knowledgeable and decent

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Mahalo for your review! We’re glad to hear that you were able to see fish and turtles during your experience. It’s great to know that our staff made a positive impression with their knowledge and service. Aloha…

I went on this tour...

Keara_I, Nov 2025
I went on this tour yesterday and it was amazing! We saw fish and turtles and dolphins and a sunken boat. The hosts were wonderful and knowledgeable.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Mahalo for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience on the tour! It’s wonderful that you got to see fish, turtles, dolphins, and even a sunken boat. We’re glad our hosts made a positive impression with their knowledge and service. Aloha…

A must while in Waikīkī

Lisa_C, Nov 2025
Ian and Stone were great tour guides/captains. We saw tropical and flying fish. We also saw turtles and multiple pods of dolphins. Great experience and highly recommend.

10/10 Experience! Awesome staff!

Sydney_S, Nov 2025
This way such a must if you are in the Waikīkī area! We had Brandon as our tour guide and he was so awesome! Extremely friendly, funny and very knowledgeable about his job and educating you on the marine life of what you’re seeing! 10/10 recommend!

Great Experience

Connie_G, Nov 2025
Great Experience!!! We enjoyed the time and the crew was very fun and helpful. We will recommend this to others!!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Mahalo for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience and enjoyed your time with our fun and helpful crew. Thank you for recommending us to others! Aloha

Crew was awesome! Very...

Courtney_M, Oct 2025
Crew was awesome! Very nice & super informative! Nice clean boat, 4 glass viewing sections and plenty of seating.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Mahalo for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found our crew awesome, nice, and super informative. It's great to know you enjoyed the clean boat, the glass viewing sections, and the ample seating. Thank you for sharing your experience! Aloha

Inexpensive, great adventure

Janetlee_D, Oct 2025
Inexpensive amazing boat ride I went with my husband and my three kids ages nine and 13 and everyone loved it. It was a beautiful bright day. We got to see turtles, tropical fish, and we also were told about some of the history of a.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Aloha, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that you, your husband, and your kids enjoyed the boat ride together. It’s fantastic to know that everyone had a great time on such a beautiful day and that you were able to see turtles and tropical fish. We’re also glad that you found value in the historical insights shared during the tour. Mahalo

Magical moments you must experience

Ubaldo_m, Oct 2025
This was fun trip and safe , the crew was kind and making sure everyone was having a great time !!!!

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that you had a fun and safe trip. It's fantastic to know that our crew's kindness and attentiveness helped create an enjoyable experience for everyone on board. Mahalo

Nice excursion

Hina_P, Oct 2025
Got to see a sea turtle and dolphins and fish. Great view of Diamond Head. Nice short excursion and way to spend a beautiful day on the Island

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re so glad to hear that you were able to see a sea turtle, dolphins, and fish during your excursion. The view of Diamond Head is truly stunning, and it’s great to know you enjoyed a beautiful day on the island with us. Mahalo

Didn’t deliver a good tour.

Melody_J, Oct 2025
Didn’t see anything thru glass bottom. Saw a few things off side of boat at destination point followed by a speedy trip back to shore when we saw nothing.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We sincerely apologize that the conditions and wildlife sightings did not meet your expectations during your trip. While we strive to provide enjoyable and informative adventures, we understand that nature can be unpredictable. Aloha

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