Oahu: Ko Olina Catamaran Snorkel & Lunch with Cocktails

A 53-foot catamaran cuts through calm Ko Olina waters while you snorkel reefs and sip mai tais

You board a 53-foot catamaran at Ko Olina Marina, snorkel reefs where tropical fish and sometimes dolphins appear, eat lunch and drink three cocktails on deck during a three-hour sail along Oahu's west coast, and return without arranging your own transportation or equipment. The fixed schedule and included meals mean you show up and the day unfolds without decisions.

Step-by-step itinerary

Ko Olina catamaran sail and snorkel

• Check in at Ko Olina Marina
• Receive tour details and waivers
• Board 53-foot catamaran
• Listen to safety instructions
• Sail along Ko Olina coastline
• Snorkel among tropical fish and reefs
• Watch for dolphins and whales
• Enjoy lunch and cocktails on deck

The experience

The catamaran sits waiting at Ko Olina Marina on Oahu's west coast, and you board after a quick check-in at the Marina Store where staff handle waivers and hand out welcome snacks. The boat itself is a 53-footer, which means it doesn't feel cramped even with a full group, and the crew runs through safety before you leave the harbor. Then it's three hours of actual sailing, not a loop around the same reef, but a real cruise along the coastline where the water stays calm and the visibility is good for snorkeling.

You get in the water at spots where tropical fish move through the reefs, and the crew knows where dolphins and whales tend to show up depending on the season. They hand you a mask, fins, and snorkel before you go over, and if you're not a strong swimmer or just want to stay on deck, that's fine: plenty of people do. The catamaran snorkel tour includes three complimentary cocktails (mai tai, piña colada, or whatever they're pouring that day), unlimited soda and juice, and lunch that arrives mid-sail: herb chicken, kalua pork, white rice, salad, and pineapple. It's not fancy, but it's hot and there's enough of it, and eating on the water while the boat rocks gently is the whole point.

Morning check-in starts at 8:00 AM and the afternoon sail leaves at 12:30 PM, so you pick whichever fits your day. The crew handles all the equipment (you don't bring anything except sunscreen and a towel), and they've done this enough times that the whole thing moves without anyone standing around waiting. If you need a vegetarian meal, you tell them when you book. Kids have to come with an adult, and the minimum drinking age is 21 for the cocktails, but otherwise it's built for families, couples, and anyone who wants to be on the water without renting their own boat.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup from select locations, check-in at Ko Olina Marina, a three-hour catamaran sail on a 53-foot boat, snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel, life jacket), lunch of herb chicken, kalua pork, rice, salad and pineapple, three complimentary cocktails, and unlimited soda and juice.

Options for this experience

4 options

Afternoon catamaran snorkel sailGuide in English · 12:30Catamaran cruise from Ko Olina Marina at 12:30 PM aboard a 53-foot catamaran, with snorkeling at a reef and lunch that includes complimentary cocktails.

Morning catamaran snorkel sailGuide in English · 08:00Catamaran cruise from Ko Olina Marina at 8:15 AM aboard a 53-foot catamaran, with snorkeling at a reef and lunch, complimentary

Morning cat snorkel sail with transferGuide in English · 08:00Transfer from Waikiki, pickup is included

Afternoon cat snorkel sail with transferGuide in English · 12:30Transfer from Waikiki, pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Information

Lasts 3h, runs every day at 08:00 and 12:30, from US$ 195 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 12:30Another time? ›

GroupUp to 35

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 9 pickup points.

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4)

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Ko Olina Ocean Adventures, Inc.

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to snorkel Oahu's reefs and eat lunch on the water without renting a boat or managing your own gear and timing. The catamaran handles all three, which is what makes a full morning or afternoon possible without logistics.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the Ko Olina catamaran depart?

Morning check-in begins at 8:00 AM, and afternoon sail departs at 12:30 PM. You choose which works for your schedule.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Mask, fins, snorkel, and life jackets are provided. You bring sunscreen and a towel.

What's included in the lunch?

Herb chicken, kalua pork, white rice, salad, pineapple, and three complimentary cocktails. Unlimited soda and juice too.

How long is the catamaran tour?

Three hours total, including sailing, snorkeling, and lunch on the water.

Is transportation included from my hotel?

Transportation from select locations is included. Confirm your pickup point when you book.

Will we see dolphins or whales?

The crew watches for dolphins and whales depending on the season, but sightings are not guaranteed. You'll snorkel reefs with tropical fish regardless.

What's the boat size?

The catamaran is 53 feet, designed to carry groups without feeling crowded.