Waikiki Beach Glass Bottom Boat Tour
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Oahu, USA
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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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 Boats1025 Ala Moana Blvd 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
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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4.6
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Travelers appreciate the knowledgeable and attentive captains whose engaging commentary enhances safety and enjoyment. Tour guides and instructors receive consistent praise for their extensive expertise in Hawaiian history and culture, providing valuable insights and recommendations. The natural landscape viewing stands out for its stunning vistas of Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach, and vibrant rainbows, with clear island and marine life views contributing to a memorable scenic experience.
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Excellent and friendly guides who are both locals. Nice boat and viewing area. Perfect amount of time. Saw the perfect rainbow! Had overhead coverage for the 5 min of rain that we had. Great trip and would recommend!
Captain Tim was very informative. It was wonderful being out on the water. The weather was perfect and we were lucky enough to spot a sea turtle on the surface.
We had a great experience on the boat tour! The captains were attentive, friendly, and informative--they wanted to make sure everyone had a safe and enjoyable ride. We saw some fish I never knew existed and, more important (and my goal), we saw sea turtles!
A quick and fun trip with a knowledgeable sea
Captain. We saw fish and sea turtles! Glass bottom boats is the way tos we local sea life!
Beautiful rainbow, Seen sea turtles, Dolphins and the weather was sprinkling but perfect. Best way to see the Island from the water
It was a lovely trip on to the waters. My first impression was amazing. The to Eric and Jim kept us entertained, loved the music, saw some sea animals. It was wonderful
We didn’t see any turtles , dolphins,, seals, we only saw moon fish. Even though we know we are not guaranteed to see them, the operator could have educated us on the turtles, where they lay their eggs, their life expectancy, natural predators, where they nest if their normal nesting spot is no longer etc. the history of Waikiki, even talking about the reefs and how global warming has affected. It was really a $70 boat ride for an hour with a small water given out, a total waste of an hour.
They provide cool drinking water and make the trip absolutely enjoyable! Experienced in island history.
Super excited to take this glass bottom tour to see turtles n ocean life… well we did get to see fish n alligator fish but no turtles or dolphins I figured it was because it was the middle of the day n the best time prob in the morning lol but The boats glass bottom is def not what u think it’s 4 square boxes u have to look into that go down about 6ft n no you can’t climb in there to see better. Didn’t see anything thru these boxes just seen fish off the side of the boat after they thru chum.
Jim the captain is a genuine person and easy to talk to. He knows the best places to look for sea life but no guarantees.
It was great. Very informative. The crew were very educated on the history of Hawaii and the sea life.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed your Waikīkī glass bottom boat tour and that our crew made the experience both fun and informative by sharing the history of Hawaiʻi and our amazing marine life.
We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you aboard again. Aloha!
Do not go here. The bottom of the boat is NOT glass, very disappointing. Has 4 small holes in the boat that are glass and that’s it.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Mahalo for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear your experience didn't meet your expectations.
Our boats are designed with multiple underwater viewing panels rather than a fully transparent glass floor, allowing guests to safely view marine life while enjoying the ride. We understand this may have been different from what you were expecting, and we're sorry for any disappointment.
We appreciate your feedback
Great guides and saw lots of turtles and fish. The ocean was beautiful and the boat was clean and well kept.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely incredible experience for all ages!
We booked this glass-bottom boat tour on a whim, and it ended up being the absolute highlight of our trip! The boat was pristine, and the viewing windows were crystal clear, giving us an unbelievable look at the reef and marine life below. We saw everything from sea turtles to colorful coral formations and schools of tropical fish.
Our captain/guide, Austin and Sophia were fantastic—super knowledgeable, funny, and great at spotting things we would have completely missed. It was the perfect way to see the underwater world without getting wet, which was amazing for our family. Worth every penny. Don't hesitate to book this!
Tour was great. Saw fish, dolphins, and a couple turtles. Also enjoyed the history lesson that was given
The crew was very knowledgeable and friendly. The resent weather made the water murky but we did see a monk seal and several see turtles and fish
You’re not guaranteed to see any fish. They did throw some food out in the water and that brought some fish to the surface but other than that, we didn’t see anything. However, the boat ride was lovely, the crew were great and very informative.
Very fast tour. Didn’t see much wildlife but it was Fun and the staff was very friendly. A good way to get out on the water!
Great tour, super friendly husband and wife operators. Highly recommend for those looking to do a glass bottom boat tour to see some marine life and get great views of Waikiki Beach.
Great last minute adventure (my last day here). Great crew lots of knowledge & humor. beautiful weather, saw turtles & fishes. Recommend!!
A very wonderful experience.. we got to see dolphins various fish and even a whale and her calf. Enjoyed the captain’s sense of humor and knowledge of the things that we got to experience.
Not a proper glass bottom boat just 4 viewing areas, Too many people on the boat.
All the activities were on the right of the boat, as in turtles & feeding the fish, so if your on the left, you see nothing. Very disappointing & would definitely not recommend it.
Austin was a great captain. He was funny and knowledgeable about the area and sea life. His expertise led us to see spinner dolphins and green sea turtles!
It was really nice to ride around on the boat ,ocean breeze having a nice view of the island a good thing you can bring your own snacks. They provide water. Try your best not to have to use the bathroom
This was such a lovely experience to see the marine life in a low key, peaceful, exciting way with such knowledgeable guides and local insight into history, legends, and must see spots and activities.
Brandon and Sophia wee very friendly and pointed out many interesting things, including several turtles and a sunken ship.
This was a very fun trip & everyone will enjoy it! The Captain was amazing & we felt safe at all times. The First Mate/Tour guide was very knowledgeable & hilarious! This is a must do trip for everyone! We saw Green Hawaiian Turtles, lots of fish & Spinner Dolphins! It was amazing!! We had so much fun!
awesome experience! We had a beautiful day. Saw turtles and small dolphins. Crew feed fish so we could see. Not so much seen in the “glass bottom” part but a lot of education as we went up and down the coast.
If you’re doing this for the glass bottom boat aspect of it, you’re probably going to be like “meh”. However, if you’re doing this for the vibes, you will love it. Capt Brandon and Capt Jim were PHENOMENAL. They were both so welcoming, easy going, engaging, and informative. They did their best to give us a great experience; we saw 3 sea turtles and never would have had they not had a keen eye out for them. Gorgeous views. Laid back environment. Would absolutely do this again.
We had a great time captain was very educational, and really made our trip enjoyable , we would absolutely do it again
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