Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Ocean Joy Cruises, 92-100 Waipahe Pl Ko Olina Marina, Kapolei, Oahu, HI 96707-4293Travel by our complimentary round trip transportation from Waikiki on a comfortable air-conditioned motor-coach to the marina where you will board our 61-foot (18.5-meter) Kai OliOli catamaran for your 3.5-hour cruise. You can choose from three departure times — morning, afternoon, or sunset — to suit your schedule.Once we depart the marina, we’ll head north along the pristine western coast of Oahu to look for dolphins, whales (seasonal), flying fish, green sea turtles, and admire the beautiful unspoiled scenery. When your captain locates a pod of dolphins or whales, your boat stops to allow you to get an excellent view of the mighty mammals from the spacious deck. Your expert crew can answer any questions that you may have about the animals you see. Afterward, your captain steers the boat into a special spot for snorkeling. We provide your snorkel gear and detailed safety and snorkeling instructions. We have a roomy, comfortable sitting area with wide steps to allow you to comfortably put your gear on and easily wade into the water. Once in, marvel at colorful corals and multitudes of fish for an hour of snorkeling with guides available to assist you with fish identification and safety.Back on the boat, you can rinse off in one of the boat’s four warm, freshwater showers. Two changing rooms and restrooms are also available.Once the snorkelers return to the boat, the crew serves a sumptuous Hawaiian buffet that includes teriyaki chicken, kalua pig (pulled pork), tossed salad, rice and fresh fruit along with your choice of beer, wine, mai tai, or margarita (up to four alcoholic drinks included). As you enjoy your meal, we begin a leisurely cruise back to the marina. Throughout the cruise Throughout the tour, we serve unlimited bottled water and soft drinks while your captain and crew share the history and legends of the Waianae Coast. A professional photographer takes photos both above and under water which you have the option to purchase back at the dock before you depart.Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Supplier Name
Ocean Joy Cruises - Oahu
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Not wheelchair accessible,Infants must sit on laps,We can accept collapsible wheelchairs and small umbrella strollers but they will be stored at the marina during the cruise. Wheelchair guests must be able to walk up a short flight of steps onto the bus and boat.,Most travelers can participate,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers,Face masks required for travelers in public areas,Face masks required for guides in public areas,Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff,Social distancing enforced throughout experience,Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas,Gear/equipment sanitized between use,Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized,Guides required to regularly wash hands,Regular temperature checks for staff,Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival,Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms,Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons,Effective 09/13/21, the Safe Access Oahu program states all guests must show ID and proof of vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test within 48 hours of the cruise.
08/15/21 -We offer our Hawaiian meals prepackaged. Please notify Ocean Joy 24 hrs before your cruise for any dietary concerns.
Inclusions:
Local guide,Beverages (both alcoholic and nonalcoholic),Use of snorkels, masks, fins, flotation vests, flotation noodles,Prepackaged warm Hawaiian meal- Please notify Ocean Joy Cruises with any dietary concerns.,Reef Safe Sunscreen lotion, ginger pills,Entry/Admission - Ocean Joy Cruises
Exclusions:
Gratuities,Roundtrip Transportation is available for $25.00 per person from select Waikiki Hotels.
Captain and crew were outstanding, attentive, welcoming, professional and fun… and plenty of time with the spinner dolphins!
Reviewed by: Christian_n, 12/20/2021 12:00:00 AM
Great crew on board. We saw a lot of dolphins & a sea turtle. First time snorkeling and it was so much fun. Great experience and would definitely book again.
Reviewed by: Ethan_S, 12/20/2021 12:00:00 AM
What a great crew, super engaging and friendly. They didnt mess around and got us on the water right away. With all the rain the past few days the water was not snorkle worthy, lots of rubish in the water. The crew made it their mission to find the animals....check! Turtles, flying fish, dolphins and multiple pods of whales. The food was great and ensured as someone with gluten allergies to make sure taken care of they called multiple times to ensure everything was good ahead of time.
Reviewed by: Brian_n, 12/18/2021 12:00:00 AM
This was our favorite part of our entire trip! The crew was amazing, the ride was smooth, and snorkeling was fun. I can’t swim, and we were deeper in the ocean than I anticipated(30 feet), but they allowed me to hold onto the safety boat with one of guides. So I was able to do some snorkeling and see the beautiful ocean life. We also saw dolphins up close, and a whale. The food and drinks were delicious, the staff even made us “mocktails”, to accommodate us, as we don’t drink. This activity was perfect from beginning to end and worth every penny. We will definitely book with them every time we visit Hawaii!
Reviewed by: LaShawnvia_L, 12/14/2021 12:00:00 AM
Crew and Captain were super awesome; friendly, fun, and helpful. Buffet food was delicious, and drinks were good. Plus we saw whales AND sea turtle!
Reviewed by: Lisa_T, 12/14/2021 12:00:00 AM