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Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Sail on the Moana Catamaran
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Moana Sailing Co. takes you along Waikiki toward Diamond Head on a sunset catamaran sail. The 2-hour trip costs from $89.99 per person. General Boarding covers your first bar drink. You board at Kewalo Basin slip D108 for the daily 5 p.m. departure. The 55-foot catamaran gives you a longer evening off Waikiki than the 90-minute sails on this list.
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Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Sail on the Moana Catamaran at a glance
| Boat | 55-foot sailing catamaran · separate Nalu power catamaran option |
| Duration | 2 hours for the standard sail |
| Price | from $89.99 per person |
| Departs | 5 p.m. daily · fireworks combo on Fridays |
| Meeting point | Kewalo Basin Harbor, slip D108 |
| Drinks | First bar drink with General Boarding · complimentary drinks with VIP |
| Ages | All ages |
| Group | Up to 47 on Moana · up to six on Nalu |
| Main trade-off | No refund for late arrivals |
| 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
- First drink from Premium Bar complimentary
- Sunset sailing excursion with experienced captain and crew
- On-board restrooms
- Complimentary drinks for VIP Package only
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Carbonated beverages
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
Options
Which option to book
General Boarding includes your first drink, while VIP adds earlier boarding and complimentary drinks. Nalu carries up to six guests on a power catamaran, and the Friday combo adds fireworks.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| General Boarding | 5 p.m., daily |
| VIP | 5 p.m., daily |
| Friday Sunset Fireworks Combo | 5 p.m., Fri |
| Semi-private boat tour on Nalu | 5 p.m., daily |
The catch: The gate closes at 4:55 p.m., and late arrivals aren't refunded.
Route
How does the evening work?
Moana follows Waikiki's coast past Diamond Head before returning to its Kewalo Basin slip.
- pass by
1. Diamond Head
The sail takes you beyond Diamond Head's point. You see the crater from offshore without going ashore.
- pass by
2. Waikiki coast
The catamaran follows Waikiki's shoreline with music aboard. Your first bar drink comes with the sail.
The standard Moana sailing runs from 5 to 7 p.m. and ends back at slip D108. These coastal views don't involve land stops.
Pickup and meeting point
- Find Moana: The boat is at slip D108 on the south side of Kewalo Basin Harbor. Your meeting point is the boat itself.
- Arrival window: Arrive 30 minutes before your option's check-in time. General Boarding starts at 4:45 p.m., while VIP boarding starts at 4:30 p.m.
- Getting there: Your ride to the harbor is separate. Paid parking is limited, with additional parking at the Ward shopping areas. A taxi or rideshare avoids the parking search.
- Footwear: Shoes are collected before you board. It's a barefoot sail, so footwear that's easy to remove makes boarding simpler.
Before you book
- Plan your ride to Kewalo Basin. Hotel pickup isn't included, and harbor parking is limited.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Moana suits a first Waikiki evening when you can spare 2 hours on the water. You don't need a full bar package. General Boarding covers one drink with the sail. Nalu suits a party of up to six if you'd rather share a smaller boat.
For an open bar with beach boarding, Holokai costs from $84.77 per adult. Kahala Kai adds appetizers to a 2-hour BYOB sail from $54.99 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Guests who need hotel pickup
- Anyone unable to arrive before the 4:55 p.m. gate closure
- Travelers expecting unlimited drinks with General Boarding
Good to know
Know before you go
All ages can join Moana. The child ticket covers ages 0 to 12, and the adult band starts at 13. Your booking must include an adult.
Your shoes come off before boarding and are collected by the crew. Wear footwear you can remove easily. The standard Moana outing keeps you on the water for 2 hours.
Bad weather can cancel your departure, and minimum bookings also affect whether it runs. A company cancellation qualifies for a full refund. Your own cancellation has a separate deadline.
Moana boards at D108 in Kewalo Basin. The separate Nalu option uses D109 at the same harbor. Paid parking is limited, so your arrival plan needs time to find the correct boat.
You receive a mobile ticket and immediate booking approval. One reservation accepts up to 30 travelers, while the standard Moana sail has a 47-passenger cap. That booking limit doesn't make the boat private.
This booking allows a full refund with at least 24 hours' notice before departure. Later cancellations receive no refund. A missed gate closure also costs you the ticket, regardless of your delay's cause.
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
An open bar from Waikiki Beach
Waikiki: Sunset Cruise from the Beach with Cocktail Open BarBeach boarding and an open bar cost from $84.77 per adult on Holokai. Friday is restricted to ages 21 and up.
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Appetizers with a smaller passenger cap
Waikiki Sunset Sail on a 40-Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOBKahala Kai serves appetizers on a 2-hour sail from $54.99 per adult with up to 28 passengers. You bring the alcohol.
★ 4.9 · 1,022 reviews · from $54.99 per adult
A shorter daytime boat ride
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Questions
People also ask
- How much is the Moana sunset sail with drinks?
The Moana sunset sail starts from $89.99 per person. General Boarding includes one bar drink, with later drinks purchased separately. VIP adds complimentary drinks and earlier boarding, so your choice changes more than where you stand in line.
- When should you arrive for Moana's sunset sail?
You need to arrive 30 minutes before your selected boarding time. General Boarding begins at 4:45 p.m. and VIP at 4:30 p.m. Check the option on your ticket before arranging a ride, because those boarding windows differ.
- Can you board Moana just before the 5 p.m. departure?
The gate shuts at 4:55 p.m., before the boat leaves. You can't use the departure time as your arrival target. Late guests lose their payment, so traffic or a parking search can cost you the whole sail.
- Is Moana's Nalu option a private cruise?
Nalu accommodates up to six guests, but the option can be shared or private. Its 2-hour cruise uses a power catamaran. You need an explicit private-charter reservation for exclusive use, because the Nalu option also covers semi-private trips.
- Can children take the Moana sunset cocktail sail?
Yes, Moana accepts children, with the child age band running from 0 to 12. Adults must be included in the reservation. It's a barefoot cocktail sail, so your family shares the deck with guests using the bar.
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.