Taking a glass bottom boat tour is one of the best ways to see the beautiful coral and fish that inhabit the waters around Waikiki. The clear bottom of the boat allows you to view them in their natural habitat, and the knowledgeable guides provide interesting commentary about the marine life you see. Tours typically last around an hour, and are a great way to spend a morning or afternoon in Waikiki!
Explore Oahu’s South Shore
Catch views of Diamond Head
Watch for marine life
Learn about the complex and beautiful coral reefs
Have a chance to see rare marine wildlife
See dozens of species of tropical fish
Multiple daily departure times are available
Spend an hour on the water
The Waikiki Daytime Boat Tour is a great way to see the beauty of the South Shore of Oahu. The tour takes you out from the Kewalo Basin Harbor and cruises by Diamond Head, over live tropical reefs, and past one of Hawaii’s popular shipwrecks. Keep an eye out for honu (sea turtles), eels, reef sharks, dolphins, and schools of tropical fish! During whale season (November – May) you may even be able to spot majestic Humpback whales off in the distance. Riding aboard a glass-bottomed boat is a truly unique experience and one that is perfect for large groups, small groups, corporate events, wedding parties, and everything in between!
Daytime Glass Bottom Boat Waikiki Tour
| PassengersAges 3 years and older | $40.00 |
| Children under 3 | FREE |
Any request for a refund 72 hours or more prior to the start of the tour or activity is honored with a full cash refund.
No refunds are issued for any cancellations inside the 72-hour period, prior to the start of your tour. There is no refund for no-shows. There is no charge for date change or tour change based on tour availability outside of the 72-hour cancellation period.
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The boat you will be riding aboard for the duration of the tour is a 50-foot powered catamaran with on-deck viewing ports through which you can see the ocean below. With a glass-bottom boat such as this one, you can enjoy what you see around you just as much as what you see below your feet. Keep an eye out for sea turtles, tropical fish, and vibrant coral reefs, and you may even be able to spot a shipwreck hidden along Oahu’s South Shore. The boat can accommodate up to 49 people so there is plenty of room for your entire party.
Oahu’s Diamond Head is a well-known landmark that can be seen from all over the island. Formed by a long-extinct volcano, Diamond Head is now a State Monument and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Hawaii. The name came from a British expedition in 1825 where British sailors discovered sparkling volcanic calcite crystals in the sand and mistook them for diamonds.
The coral reef in Hawaii is one of the most beautiful and diverse in the world. The clear waters around the islands provide perfect conditions for coral to grow, and as a result, there is a vast array of different types of coral to be found here. The reef also provides a home for thousands of fish, as well as other marine creatures such as dolphins and sea turtles. It is an amazing sight to behold, and a trip to Hawaii is not complete without seeing it!
Waikiki Submarine Dive
During the Atlantis Submarine Discovery Dive, the submarine takes you down 100 feet, just outside of the Waikiki Coastline. Don't miss out on this once of a lifetime experience.
Honolulu Morning Wildlife Cruise
The best time to see wildlife and clear waters of the reefs are first thing in the morning. Our early morning cruise is perfect for those who want to see the most under the waves.
Sunset Cruise off Waikiki
Come aboard our glass-bottom catamaran and relax with your crew as the skies turn to orange, purple, and pink behind downtown Honolulu during our sunset tour. There are few sights more memorable than Honolulu’s sunset. See the colorful fish and reefs below too!
