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Waikiki Beach Sunset Sail on Ke Kai Catamaran
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Aloha Boats Hawaii runs Ke Kai's sunset sail from Waikiki Beach with Diamond Head in view. The 90-minute trip costs from $70 per person and covers bar drinks and soft drinks. You meet the yellow and purple boat in front of Duke's for a daily 5:30 p.m. departure. Your beach location saves a harbor transfer. Children can join the party atmosphere.
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Waikiki Beach Sunset Sail on Ke Kai Catamaran at a glance
| Boat | Ke Kai sailing catamaran |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Price | from $70 per person |
| Departs | 5:30 p.m. daily |
| Meeting point | Waikiki Beach in front of Duke's, 2335 Kalakaua Avenue |
| Drinks | Bar drinks and soft drinks |
| Ages | All ages · separate ticket required for every infant |
| Group | Up to 49 passengers |
| Main trade-off | Party atmosphere even with children aboard |
| Guide languages | English |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on .
What's included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Carbonated beverages
What's not included
- The operator lists no exclusions
Options
Which option to book
The single Ke Kai sunset option covers 90 minutes with drinks. It sails daily at 5:30 p.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Waikiki Beach Sunset Sail on Ke Kai Catamaran | 5:30 p.m., daily |
The catch: Missing the 5 p.m. check-in can cost you the trip without a refund or rebooking.
Route
How does the evening work?
Ke Kai sails directly from the beach into Mamala Bay with Waikiki and Diamond Head in view.
- pass by
1. Waikiki Beach
Ke Kai leaves Waikiki's sand for Mamala Bay. The south shore stays in view while music plays aboard.
- pass by
2. Diamond Head
The crater remains visible throughout the sail. You don't go ashore at Diamond Head.
The boat spends 90 minutes sailing off Waikiki before returning to the beach in front of Duke's. Both sights are offshore views.
Pickup and meeting point
- Reach the beach: The drop-off address is 2335 Kalakaua Avenue for Duke's and the Outrigger Waikiki. You continue through the hotel or a public beach access path to reach the boat.
- Find Ke Kai: The yellow and purple catamaran checks guests in directly on the sand. There isn't a booth, so waiting at the street address won't get you checked in.
- Arrival and waiver: Arrive at the boat by the mandatory 5 p.m. check-in. Every guest needs a completed pre-arrival waiver before the 5:30 p.m. departure.
- Wet conditions: Even regular sailing conditions can get you wet. Rain alone doesn't stop this trip, so your clothing choice needs to allow for spray and rain.
Before you book
- Book a ticket for every infant. Your child isn't excluded by age, though the drinking crowd won't suit every family.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Ke Kai suits friends near Duke's who want 90 minutes of sailing with drinks included. You board straight from the beach. A drinking crowd is part of the appeal here. It isn't the strongest choice for families seeking a quiet evening.
For a harbor departure with drinks, Na Hoku II costs from $61.50 per person. Ocean and You adds a live DJ and dance floor from $80 per person for guests aged 21 and up.
Who it's not for
- Pregnant travelers or guests with spinal injuries
- Families expecting a quiet boat
- Guests unwilling to get wet during the sail
Good to know
Know before you go
Every passenger needs a ticket, including infants. The child band runs through age 20, but the cruise can have a drinking-focused crowd. Your family shares the same 90-minute sailing as those bar guests.
This sail isn't recommended during pregnancy or for travelers with spinal injuries. Alcohol is served only to guests aged 21 and up with valid ID. Your ticket's age band doesn't replace the bar's ID requirement.
Ke Kai operates in rain or shine, and you can get wet during ordinary sailing conditions. Poor weather can still cancel a departure. A dry evening on land doesn't mean your boat ride will stay dry.
Check-in is mandatory at 5 p.m. by the yellow and purple catamaran in front of Duke's. There's no check-in booth on the beach. Your pre-arrival waiver must be completed before joining the crew.
Your mobile-ticket booking can include up to 30 travelers and must include an adult. The tour cap is 49 passengers. The group you reserve for may therefore share the boat with several other parties.
Canceling at least 24 hours before departure earns a full refund for this booking. Later cancellations aren't refunded. Missing the mandatory check-in can also mean losing the reservation without a refund or another departure.
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
Bar drinks from a harbor dock
Honolulu Sunset Sail from Kewalo Harbor Including DrinksNa Hoku II's 90-minute sail includes drinks from $61.50 per person. You board at Kewalo Basin rather than the beach.
★ 4.9 · 221 reviews · from $61.50 per person
A DJ and dance floor
Premier Waikiki Sunset Party Cruise with a Live DJ and Full BarOcean and You costs from $80 per person with a live DJ and first drink. It's reserved for ages 21 and up.
★ 4.8 · 339 reviews · from $80 per person
A daytime outing with children
Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat CruiseHawaii Glass Bottom Boats offers shaded underwater viewing from $46 per adult. Your family spends 1 hour on the boat.
★ 4.6 · 2,402 reviews · from $46 per adult
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Questions
People also ask
- What is included in the Ke Kai sunset sail price?
The Ke Kai sunset sail starts from $70 per person with bar drinks and soft drinks included. Your time aboard is 90 minutes. You board from Waikiki Beach, so this option suits a group already staying near Duke's.
- Do infants need tickets for Ke Kai?
Yes, infants need their own tickets, with no lap-infant exemption. The child ticket band covers ages 0 to 20. Every guest counts toward capacity, so your booking must include the baby even when an adult will hold them.
- Where do you check in for Ke Kai's sunset sail?
You check in directly at the boat on Waikiki Beach at 5 p.m. The street address for your ride is Duke's at 2335 Kalakaua Avenue. Walk through to the sand, where the yellow and purple catamaran is the meeting point.
- Will Ke Kai cancel the sunset sail if it rains?
Rain alone doesn't stop the 90-minute outing because Ke Kai sails in rain or shine. Guests can also get wet from normal ocean conditions. Your personal cancellation still follows the 24-hour deadline if you decide to skip the trip.
- Can children drink the included beverages on Ke Kai?
Yes, children can have the included soft drinks, while alcohol requires age 21 or older and valid ID. The cruise accepts all ages. Parents should still consider the party atmosphere, since the bar is a focus of the shared sailing.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.