Do you provide hotel pickup for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

No. You must make your own arrangements to meet us at the Kewalo Basin Harbor. There is plenty of cheap parking at the harbor, or you can take a taxi or app-based ride-share service like Uber and Lyft.

How early should I arrive for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time in order to check in.

What kind of boat is used during the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

The Haleiwa Queen is a 50-foot power catamaran with glass viewing ports on the bottom so you can see what’s going on underwater without ever getting wet!

Is the boat handicap accessible for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

All passengers must take a step from the dock to the boat in order to board. Our crew can assist if needed — just make sure to arrive early! Walkers and collapsible wheelchairs can be brought on board. Motorized chairs or scooters are not allowed.

Is there a restroom onboard during the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

Yes, there is a restroom on board.

Should I worry about seasickness during the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

Our boat is very stable in the water, so we rarely encounter seasickness. If you’re worried about it or especially prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking your preferred brand of seasickness medication about two hours before boarding.

What can I expect to see during the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

Expect to see local reef fish, turtles, eels, and living reef formations. You get spectacular views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the cityscape of downtown Honolulu. Sharks, dolphins, and whales may also be seen depending on the season.

Can I bring my own food/drinks onboard for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

We provide water on all cruises. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks (including adult beverages) on any of our cruises. We even have coolers with ice that you can use.

Can we go swimming during the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

In the interest of seeing the maximum amount of sea life, we do not allow guests to swim on our sightseeing cruises.

Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise

Q: Is there parking near the departure point for the Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?

Yes - There is metered parking available nearby.

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5+ bookings in the past 6 hours.

1 hour (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.6

· Jacquelyn ·

Jan 2026

So awesome, we got to see a whale , dolphins, turtles and fish several different types . My 7yo loved it and so did I , the tour guide captions were totally cool and we had fun! Will be booking again and recommending them to other friends and family, thank you guys so much !

· AMANDA_B ·

Feb 2026

I booked this the day of since we hadn’t made it out on a boat yet. Was a great way to cap off our afternoon. Captain was nice and knowledgeable. Staying covered was much appreciated and we saw plenty of fish. This is great for a group of all ages and just a nice way to get out on the water without getting in it.

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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 Boats
1025 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.

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.

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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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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

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Great activity for families!

rashidabasrawala, Apr 2026

Felt like a private charter because we only had one other family with us! Plenty of space on the boat to walk around and see things. Captains were also very friendly and great at explaining all the sights. Did their best to make sure we saw as much wildlife as possible!

Excellent experience

RenoKathyL, Apr 2026

We enjoyed a wonderful experience. Our guides were very helpful finding and attracting the sea creatures.

Good family fun

Rebecca_R, Apr 2026

Friendly and funny. A good family outing. Smooth ride. Would recommend this outing to anyone visiting.

Not much glass on the bottom

Eva_M, Apr 2026

We thought it was going to be glass on the bottom of the boat, but it's four glass rectangles two on each side, and we did see much through them. However, the captain Ian and his mate Triston gave us a great tour. We saw two super large sea turtles, a school of Dolphins, and when they feed the fish a ton of fish came to the surface. It was a great one hour tour.

Amazing experience tour...

Bassic_B, Apr 2026

Amazing experience tour guides knew a lot answered our questions. Amazing highly recommend. Tell your friends to come. Amazing

We got to see a mom and...

Misty_T, Apr 2026

We got to see a mom and baby whale! We saw so many fish and we enjoyed every second. The staff was extremely nice and did a great job pointing out the different kinds of fish.

Great experience and fun local opportunity

Jessica_M, Apr 2026

This experience was super fun and great for families. It was just about the right amount of time for little ones and we saw some really awesome sea life. The captain and co-captain were also very nice.

Enjoyable Ride!

Kristi_R, Apr 2026

It was a very nice ride. Enjoyed it. We saw fish and turtles. It would have been nice to see other animals.

Great trip out on the...

Suman_N, Mar 2026

Great trip out on the water and we got to see turtles, dolphins and plenty of fish when we did the tour

Do it

Esmeralda_M, Mar 2026

It was really fun and time efficient. The guys doing the tour were entertaining. We saw a few whales and turtles. Lots of fish. I would definitely recommend it.

Affordable

Anitra_S, Mar 2026

The guides were very nice! Were were able to see a group of dolphins. It was also affordable. Definitely recommend!!

Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat

Jennifer_M, Mar 2026

Austin and Sophia are AMAZING! They took the time to make sure that we saw everything we could in that hour. We got to see turtles, dolphins, and whales!! What a great experience!

Glass bottom boat

Anna_S, Mar 2026

We were surprised we did not go below to view the fish. The captains were great & super knowledgable so that made up for not seeing any fish.

Boat Ride to South Shore

Florian_D, Mar 2026

We only saw turtles ( 1 small, 1 big). It was still fun, nonetheless. Just being on the boat with the cool sea breeze was fun enough.

My amazing day on the bottom glass boat.

Myas_E, Mar 2026

This was a fabulous experience not just travelling on the boat but being able to see what lives beneath the water, it was amazing.

Delightful family...

Clarissa_G, Mar 2026

Delightful family friendly trip. Clean and well kept boat. Not a lot to see in the areas where you can look down, but still a nice boat ride on the ocean. The staff were friendly.

Great views

Mercedes_G, Mar 2026

The staff was friendly we enjoyed the views of the mountains and sea. Over all the tour was great but we did not see a lot of sea life.

Whales, turtles and fish! Oh my!

Heather_D, Mar 2026

Stone and Ian were great guides. Chill vibes and got to see cool stuff! Whales, turtles and fish! Super fun!

Whales, turtles, and fish!

Matthew_B, Mar 2026

Amazing experience. Got to see whales and sea turtles and then got to see multiple fish in turtle canyon area.

Must do this activity

Rachael_k, Feb 2026

Fun great experience friendly staff and saw turtles fish Diamond head beautiful views really great experience

This tour was great! Saw...

Vanessa_R, Feb 2026

This tour was great! Saw a few sea turtles and loads of fish/ star fish in turtles bay. The captain was very knowledgeable and funny. This was more of a relaxing experience great for the family!

Happy we came, sad to leave

Debra_S, Feb 2026

It was a great experience. Saw fish, dolphins and sea turtle. Plus to see the island from the ocean is pretty nice too. Ian and Stone were a great team and two great captains. Explained little more about the island.

Glass bottom boat

Shawn_D, Feb 2026

See wildlife and coral. We were lucky enough to see whales. Very nice crew. Left right on time. Recommend!

It was an awesome...

RUBY_A, Feb 2026

It was an awesome experience amongst our chaos, you guys made my grandson's day extra special, thank you so much.

We had so much fun!...

Anita_S, Feb 2026

We had so much fun! Our boat captain was great! His crew, Sofia, was friendly & fun. We highly recommend this cruise!

Even if you see very...

Martha_A, Feb 2026

Even if you see very little sea life it is worthwhile tour. I was delighted to see turtles. Wish we could have seen more.

Easy, breezy boat ride

AMANDA_B, Feb 2026

Very kind tour guides....

Audra_N, Feb 2026

Very kind tour guides. They are very knowledgeable and do an excellent job showing off this area from the water.

Basic

Alejandra_B, Feb 2026

A basic boat ride. We’ve been on other glass bottom boat rides where more wildlife was seen and many stops made for viewing. Staff on the boat where very nice and entertaining.

We loved our expediences

Tessie_S, Feb 2026

We enjoyed every minute of the experience, the waters were a bit choppy this day but the experience was still amazing. Whenever a turtle was visiting the captain made sure we all got to share the experience. The feeding of the fish was fun!