Waikiki Beach Friday Night Fireworks Catamaran Cruise

Fireworks from the water instead of the shore

A Friday night catamaran cruise departing from Waikiki Beach where you watch the fireworks display from the deck with drinks included. The boat holds a small group and stays on the water for the full show, giving you a view the shoreline crowds don't get. Choose between General Admission or the Premium option, which adds all alcoholic beverages to your soda and signature cocktails.

Step-by-step itinerary

Friday night catamaran cruise

• Board catamaran at Waikiki Beach
• Enjoy Waikiki Coast views
• Watch fireworks display
• Drink from onboard bar

The experience

The catamaran leaves from Waikiki Beach on Friday nights and takes you out on the water to watch the mahina light up the sky. You're standing on deck with a drink in hand (beer, wine, seltzers, or a signature cocktail from the onboard bar), while the fireworks burst above the Waikiki Coast. The boat stays anchored so you get a steady view instead of craning your neck from a crowded beach, and the water gives you a different angle on the whole show.

The cruise runs about an hour and fits all fitness levels. Infants sit on an adult's lap, and service animals are welcome. You can bring your own transportation or use the public transit options nearby. The boat departs from Waikiki Beach itself, so there's no separate pickup point to arrange. A live guide in English is on board, and the boat has a Bluetooth sound system so you hear the music that goes with the display.

What’s included

• Soda or pop.
• onboard bar with beer, wine, seltzers, and signature cocktails (all included with Premium, available for purchase with General Admission).
• Bluetooth sound system.
• live guide in English.
• front-row seating on deck for the fireworks display.

Before you book

Days and timesFridayDeparts at 19:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 49

Live guideEnglish

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.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Waikiki Sailing Company

Is this one for you?Book the Premium option if you want drinks covered for the evening. General Admission works if you'd rather pay as you go at the bar. Either way, you're watching from the water instead of fighting the beach crowd, and the boat's steady position gives you a clearer view of the whole display.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3).

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's included in the General Admission option?

General Admission includes soda or pop and access to the onboard bar where you can buy beer, wine, seltzers, and signature cocktails. The Hāwea Premium option adds all alcoholic beverages at no extra charge during the cruise.

How long does the Friday night fireworks cruise last?

The cruise runs for about an hour, which covers the full fireworks display over Waikiki.

Where does the catamaran depart from?

The boat leaves from Waikiki Beach, so you can drive there, park, or use public transportation to reach the departure point.

Can I bring a baby or a service animal on board?

Infants are welcome and sit on an adult's lap during the cruise. Service animals are also allowed on the boat.

What's the difference between the two ticket options?

The Hāwea Premium package includes all alcoholic beverages throughout the cruise, while General Admission gives you access to the bar where you can purchase drinks separately. Both options include soda and the full fireworks experience from the deck.