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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
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Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats takes you toward Diamond Head aboard Haleiwa Queen to watch marine life through viewing ports. The 1-hour cruise costs from $46 per adult. A shaded deck keeps your family out of the water. You leave from Kewalo Basin slip F21 on daily departures from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wildlife sightings aren't guaranteed.
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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise at a glance
| Boat | 50-foot power catamaran with glass viewing ports and a shaded deck |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Price | from $46 per adult |
| Departs | Daily slots from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Meeting point | Kewalo Basin Harbor, slip F21 |
| Drinks | Bottled water · BYOB allowed |
| Ages | All ages · adult tickets from age 3 |
| Group | Up to 49 passengers |
| Main trade-off | Ramp steps · no motorized wheelchairs |
| 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
- complimentary photos
- Experienced captain and crew
- 60-minute cruise
- Bottled water
- On-board restrooms
What's not included
- Parking
- Gratuity
- Alcoholic beverages (guests may BYOB)
Options
Which option to book
The single option is a 1-hour cruise with viewing ports and photos. It runs daily at selected times from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise | 12 start times from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m., daily |
The catch: The 1-hour cruise doesn't allow swimming, and motorized wheelchairs can't board.
Route
How does the day work?
Haleiwa Queen leaves Kewalo Basin for coastal views and underwater viewing through its glass ports.
- 15 min
1. Kewalo Basin Harbor
The boat sits in the row of slips facing Ala Moana Boulevard. A large red sign marks the departure point.
- pass by
2. Waikiki Beach
You follow Waikiki Beach toward Diamond Head. The glass ports offer views below the surface while the crew shares stories about Waikiki.
Your 1-hour cruise returns to the same harbor slip. Check-in is before departure, so it needs its own time in your plans.
Pickup and meeting point
- Harbor entrance: The street address is 1025 Ala Moana Boulevard. The entrance near Ward Avenue leads to the harbor's front row, where you'll find slip F21 and the red sign.
- Check-in time: Arrive 20 minutes before the departure on your ticket. If you're running late, the contact number is 808-753-5156.
- Your transfer: Everyone meets at the harbor. You arrange the trip from your hotel, so your plans need time to reach the boat before check-in.
- Ramp access: You need to step onto the ramp and down into the boat. Seating is available immediately after boarding. Motorized wheelchairs aren't allowed.
Before you book
- Check the boarding requirements before booking for limited mobility. Boarding involves steps onto and off a ramp.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
The 1-hour cruise suits families who want to look underwater without swimming. You stay on the boat throughout. Shade helps when your group wants cover on deck. It isn't step-free, so everyone must manage the ramp steps.
For time in the water, Pink Sails Sunset Splash offers an optional swim from $58.64 per person. Nova dinner and jazz costs from $236 per adult if you want an evening meal with wheelchair-accessible ship areas.
Who it's not for
- Motorized wheelchair users
- Guests unable to manage steps onto and off the ramp
- Travelers seeking a swim stop
Good to know
Know before you go
You must step onto the ramp and walk down into the boat. Motorized wheelchairs can't come aboard. A collapsible wheelchair or walker is allowed, but wheelchair users must discuss access before booking.
Strollers are welcome on the Haleiwa Queen. The infant band covers ages 0 to 2, while ages 3 to 64 use the adult band. There's a separate senior band from age 65.
Your own food and drinks are allowed aboard, with coolers and ice available. Water is included in the cruise. There's also a marine toilet, which helps when planning the outing with children.
Check in 20 minutes ahead at Kewalo Basin slip F21. The large red Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats sign marks the spot near Ward Avenue. Your hotel transfer isn't part of the ticket.
Weather or insufficient bookings can prevent the cruise from running. Wildlife sightings depend on what passes near the boat. You stay aboard throughout the public cruise, including when animals appear beside it.
The mobile-ticket booking accepts up to 15 travelers, with approval at booking. Your cancellation is refundable at least 24 hours before sailing. Inside that window, you won't receive a refund.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
An optional swim before sunset
Waikiki Sunset Cruise: 2-Hour Catamaran and Swim AdventurePink Sails combines a 2-hour sunset outing with optional swimming from $58.64 per person. You can also stay on deck.
★ 4.7 · 625 reviews · from $58.64 per person
More time offshore in the evening
Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Sail on the Moana CatamaranMoana's 2-hour sunset sail costs from $89.99 per person with the first drink covered. It leaves from Kewalo Basin.
★ 4.9 · 2,462 reviews · from $89.99 per person
Dinner aboard an accessible ship
Nova Five Star Sunset Dinner and Jazz CruiseNova pairs dinner and jazz from $236 per adult on a ship with wheelchair-accessible areas. Your meal has a private table.
★ 4.6 · 216 reviews · from $236 per adult
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Questions
People also ask
- How much does the Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise cost?
The cruise starts from $46 per adult for 1 hour aboard Haleiwa Queen. Water and photos come with the outing. Your ride to Kewalo Basin is separate, so the ticket doesn't cover getting from your hotel to the boat.
- Can you swim on the Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise?
No, the public 1-hour cruise keeps everyone aboard. You look underwater through the viewing ports and see the coast from the deck. That makes it an option for your group when someone wants reef views without entering the sea.
- Is Haleiwa Queen suitable for a motorized wheelchair?
No, motorized wheelchairs and scooters aren't accepted on the 50-foot boat. Boarding requires walking the ramp and managing its steps. Check access directly before booking if your party includes someone using a collapsible wheelchair, even though those chairs are allowed.
- Where do you meet Hawaii Glass Bottom Boats?
You meet at slip F21 at 1025 Ala Moana Boulevard. The red sign is near the harbor entrance by Ward Avenue. Arrive before your check-in deadline with time to locate that slip, since several tour boats use Kewalo Basin.
- What time does the Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise run?
Daily departures range from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m., depending on the slot you select. The trip lasts 1 hour. It's a daytime cruise in this collection, so a late afternoon booking doesn't promise a sunset 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.