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Waikiki: BYOB Sunset Cruise
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Living Ocean Tours takes you along Waikiki toward Diamond Head on Coral Kai for a BYOB sunset cruise. The 90-minute trip costs from $59 per person. You meet at Kewalo Basin pier B slip B1 for a daily 5 p.m. departure, or 5:30 p.m. from April to mid-September. Children can join from age 3. Your ticket covers snacks and soft drinks, but glass containers can't come aboard.
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Waikiki: BYOB Sunset Cruise at a glance
| Boat | Coral Kai tour boat |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Price | from $59 per person |
| Departs | 5 p.m. daily · 5:30 p.m. from April to mid-September |
| Meeting point | Kewalo Basin Harbor, pier B slip B1 |
| Food and drinks | Snacks and soft drinks · BYOB for ages 21 and up |
| Ages | 3 and up |
| Group | Up to 40 passengers |
| Main trade-off | No glass containers 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
- Light refreshments
- Snacks
- Sunset Cruise
What's not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Parking fees
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Options
Which option to book
The Standard Ticket buys the 90-minute cruise with snacks and soft drinks. It leaves daily at 5 p.m., or 5:30 p.m. from April to mid-September.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Standard Ticket | 5 p.m. daily, 5:30 p.m. from April to mid-September |
The catch: Children under 3 can't join, and glass containers aren't allowed aboard.
Route
How does the evening work?
Coral Kai follows the Waikiki coast toward Diamond Head before returning to its Kewalo Basin berth.
- pass by
1. Waikiki Beach
Waikiki's beachfront and city lights are viewed from offshore. Summer sunset falls near the end, while winter brings more time with the lights on.
- pass by
2. Diamond Head
Diamond Head forms the coastal backdrop as you cruise. This is a view from the water without a landing at the monument.
The coastal loop takes 90 minutes and brings you back to pier B slip B1. There aren't separate stops ashore along the route.
Pickup and meeting point
- Boat location: Coral Kai is at pier B slip B1 in Kewalo Basin Harbor. The street address is 1125 Ala Moana Boulevard.
- Before boarding: Arrive 30 minutes ahead of your departure. Your online waiver needs to be complete before you reach the boat, which leaves at the scheduled time.
- Transport and parking: Harbor parking is limited and paid by scanning the lot's QR code. A taxi or rideshare suits a BYOB evening. Your ticket doesn't include hotel transfers.
- Drink containers: Cans and plastic or metal bottles are suitable for your drinks. Glass must stay ashore, even if it's inside a bag.
Before you book
- Bring cans or drinks in plastic or metal bottles. Your alcohol isn't supplied on this BYOB cruise.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Coral Kai suits families with children aged 3 and up who want a BYOB evening. Your soft drinks and snacks are already covered. The 90-minute length leaves the cruise short enough to plan around dinner. Glass bottles aren't allowed.
Charter Oahu offers reduced prices through age 17 and costs from $51.33 per adult. For supplied alcohol, Holokai has an open bar from $84.77 per adult with family sailings Saturday to Thursday.
Who it's not for
- Families with children under 3
- Guests with poor cardiovascular health
- Anyone bringing glass containers
- Travelers expecting supplied alcoholic drinks
Good to know
Know before you go
The minimum age is 3, so younger children can't join Coral Kai. This trip isn't recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Your booking must include an adult alongside any children.
Glass containers aren't permitted on board. Bring your drinks in cans or transfer them into plastic or metal bottles before reaching the boat. A cooler with ice is available for your BYOB drinks.
Your check-in target is 30 minutes before departure at Kewalo Basin Pier B, slip B1. The waiver needs completing before you arrive. The boat leaves at the booked time, so the harbor approach comes first.
Paid parking at Kewalo Basin is limited. Your ride isn't included, and a taxi or rideshare avoids finding a space before check-in. If you drive, you need extra time to park and reach Pier B.
Poor weather can cancel the sail. In summer, sunset falls near the end of your 90-minute trip. Winter brings sunset earlier in the outing, followed by views of the city's lights.
You can reserve up to 30 travelers on one mobile-ticket booking. Approval is immediate, and the boat's group cap is 40. A full refund requires cancellation at least 24 hours before sailing, with none for later cancellations.
Reviews
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Questions
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- How much is Living Ocean Tours' BYOB sunset cruise?
The cruise starts from $59 per person, with the same price across the eligible age bands. Your child must be at least 3. Your ticket includes snacks and nonalcoholic drinks, so the alcohol you bring is separate from those supplied refreshments.
- Can you bring wine on Living Ocean Tours' sunset cruise?
Yes, guests aged 21 and up can bring alcohol, including wine transferred out of glass. Plastic or metal bottles are allowed. Your original glass bottle needs to stay ashore, even if you intend to keep it inside the cooler.
- Where does Coral Kai's sunset cruise start?
Coral Kai boards at Kewalo Basin slip B1 at 1125 Ala Moana Boulevard. Your arrival target is 30 minutes before sailing. The harbor has several operators, so your driver reaching the entrance doesn't finish the walk to the boat.
- Does Living Ocean Tours allow toddlers on the sunset cruise?
Children can join once they're 3, with no admission for younger toddlers. The cruise accepts all eligible age bands at the same price. Your family also shares the boat with adults bringing alcohol, despite snacks and soft drinks being included.
- How long is the Living Ocean Tours sunset cruise?
The Coral Kai trip lasts 90 minutes from its daily 5 p.m. departure, or 5:30 p.m. from April to mid-September. You cruise along Waikiki toward Diamond Head before returning to Kewalo Basin. Plan your evening around that sailing plus the earlier check-in and your harbor journey.
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.