Aboard · SAILING TRIPS IN OAHU
Good sailing trips in Oahu fill up weeks ahead in season and the great ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Sail the Waikiki Coast aboard the Hawaii-built Moana Catamaran for about two hours. You’ll get a complimentary first drink from the premium bar, then pay $8 per drink. Look for Diamond Head, dolphins, and seasonal humpback whales, with crew members such as Viv helping make the evening run smoothly.
“We would definitely do this again. The crew was professional and made it a very fantastic experience.”
Sail from Kewalo Basin aboard the 40-person Honu Lani for a guided Turtle Canyon snorkel. Look for green sea turtles, reef fish, dolphins, and winter whales. The midday trip includes a deli lunch, beer, wine, and cocktails. Morning departures include unlimited soft drinks.
“The catamaran sail was very enjoyable but the snorkeling was very crowded. Lunch was simply a deli wrap.”
Meet at the Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue for a 2.5-hour Hawea catamaran trip to Turtle Canyon. Your crew provides gear, points out turtles, fish, octopus, and reef life, then raises the sails for a scenic ride back toward Waikiki. Swimming ability is required.
“Awesome and Safe! They were very attentive, polite, experienced and they knew how to keep everyone safe and entertained in and out of the water. 10 out of 10.”
Board Hawaii Nautical’s 53-foot catamaran in Honolulu for a 90-minute sunset sail toward Diamond Head. You’ll receive a light bento box, two alcoholic drinks, and unlimited nonalcoholic beverages while the crew shares local wildlife tips. Pickup is available from selected Waikiki hotels for an added fare.
“Great boat; great crew; great views. Will definitely do this again. Probably will bring off-island friends, too. The lights coming up in Honolulu were spectacular.”
Pick a river, a coast or a harbour.
