Waikiki: 1-Hour Catamaran Sail with Diamond Head & Drinks

An hour on the water off Waikiki, drinks included, Diamond Head in your sightline the whole time

You board a yellow-red catamaran directly off Waikiki Beach for a one-hour sail through Mamala Bay with constant views of Diamond Head. Complimentary drinks (beer, cocktails, or soft drinks depending on your choice) come with your ticket. The crew keeps things lively, and you're likely to get splashed, so dress accordingly. Check in 30 minutes early, and you're done by the time you'd normally be deciding what to eat for lunch.

Step-by-step itinerary

Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head Sail

• Check in 30 minutes early
• Board Na Hoku 3 catamaran
• Sail off Waikiki Beach in Mamala Bay
• Enjoy views of Waikiki Beach
• Sail with views of Diamond Head
• Enjoy complimentary drinks onboard
• Experience breezy midday sail

The experience

You're standing on Waikiki Beach thinking about whether to spend money on another activity when you realize you could just get on a boat for an hour, have a drink someone else poured, and watch Diamond Head from the water instead of from the sand. That's the Na Hoku 3: a yellow and red catamaran that leaves directly from the beach itself, no transfer, no fuss. The sail runs one hour, and you're on the water in Mamala Bay the whole time, which means you're looking at the South Shore the way most people don't get to.

The boat carries a mixed crowd. Some people are there for the view, some are there for the Coronas and Mai Tais, and the crew leans into both. Complimentary drinks come with the ticket: beer, rum and vodka cocktails if you're 21 with ID, or soft drinks and juice if you're not. The water's usually calm enough that you won't spend the hour gripping the rail, though the crew warns that even in regular conditions you're likely to get wet, so don't wear anything you care about. Diamond Head stays in view the whole time. It's the thing you keep turning back to look at, the way it sits there on the coast. The catamaran sails right past it, close enough that you understand why it's the image people use when they think of Oahu.

One thing that matters: you have to check in 30 minutes before departure, no exceptions. Miss that window and you lose your spot with no refund. The boat runs rain or shine, and the atmosphere leans toward the party side of things. If you're bringing kids, that's worth knowing. Everyone needs their own ticket, even infants, so there's no lap-sitting option. But if you want an hour on the water with a drink in your hand and Diamond Head as your backdrop, you're not waiting around for anything complicated.

What’s included

• One-hour catamaran sail departing from Waikiki Beach.
• complimentary drinks (beer, cocktails, or non-alcoholic beverages).
• views of Diamond Head and Oahu's South Shore.
• a crew-led experience on a yellow and red catamaran.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 10:00, the last at 16:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (21 and older) · Child (under 21)

GroupUp to 49

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by ALOHA BOATS HAWAII - KE KAI AND NA HOKU 3 CATAMARANS

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a quick break from the beach without arranging transport or timing a longer excursion: the one-hour window and direct departure from Waikiki mean you're on the water and back before the day's half over.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 21).

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.

Do I need to know how to swim?

No. You stay on the boat the entire time. Swimming is not part of the experience.

What if the weather is bad?

The boat operates in rain or shine. Regular sailing conditions mean you'll likely get wet from spray, so wear clothes you don't mind getting damp.

Can I bring a baby?

All guests, including infants, need their own ticket. There's no lap-infant option.

What drinks are included?

For adults 21+ with photo ID: Coronas, Mai Tais, rum and vodka cocktails. For others: Coke, Diet Coke, 7-Up, ginger ale, water, passion orange juice, and pineapple juice.

How early do I need to arrive?

You must check in a minimum of 30 minutes before your scheduled departure. Arriving late means losing your reservation with no refund or rebooking.

Is this a party boat?

The atmosphere can be bar-motivated and social. If you're bringing children, consider whether that environment suits your group.

Where does the boat leave from?

Directly off Waikiki Beach itself. No transfer needed.

Will I get wet?

Yes, likely. Even in regular sailing conditions, guests typically get splashed. Wear clothes you're comfortable getting damp.