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15 Best Cruises & Boat Tours In Hawaii

Hawaii’s best days out.

The 15 cruises & boat tours travellers book most across Oahu and Maui, with what each one costs, how long it runs and the operator behind it.

15 Best Cruises & Boat Tours In Hawaii

Honolulu: Glass Bottom Boat Tour along Oahu's South Shore - Wildlife Highlights: honu turtles, eels, reef sharks, and dolphins
Cruises & Boat Tours, Oahu, Sunset & Dinner Cruises, Tour Reviews, Tours

Honolulu: Glass Bottom Boat Tour along Oahu’s South Shore

Arrival Transfer: Airport Shuttle Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal - Shared shuttle, not a big bus: why the ride feels easier
Airport & Cruise Transfers, Cruises & Boat Tours, Honolulu, Private Drivers, Tour Reviews

Arrival Transfer: Airport Shuttle Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal

West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka'anapali - Stop 1: Honolua Bay and the Turtle-Spotting Advantage
Cruises & Boat Tours, Maui, Snorkeling, Snorkeling Tours, Tour Reviews

West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka’anapali

3.West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka’anapali

Small-group West Maui boat snorkel from Ka'anapali with Honolua Bay turtles, guided coaching, and included breakfast and lunch.

★ 5.0

“Experience was lovely. Shasta was a great guide. We saw sea turtles and had an amazing time. I'd recommend this tour for anyone interested in snorkeling in Maui.”

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Ma'alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran - The Captain’s Whale Notes: What the Narration Helps You Spot
Cruises & Boat Tours, Maui, Sailing, Tour Reviews, Tours, Whale Watching, Whale Watching Tours

Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

4.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

Hear humpback songs on a narrated 2-hour Maui catamaran cruise from Ma'alaea Harbor. Watch breaches, tail slaps, and more.

★ 4.7

“The staff and Captain were extremely pleasant, informative and competent. The boat was very safe and comfortable with both open and under awning seating, bathroom and some snacks/drinks for sale. Plus they shared water during the sail. We saw whales immediately on leaving the harbor and the Captain did a great job of safely following…”

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From Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver - Maui’s sunset route toward Lanai (plus the whale-watching bonus in winter)
Cruises & Boat Tours, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Evening Experiences, Maui, Sunset & Dinner Cruises, Tour Reviews

From Ma’alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

5.From Ma’alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

Two hours on Maui’s water for a sunset view, live island music, and a hearty 3-course dinner on the Quicksilver catamaran.

★ 4.5

“Nice cruise, great crew & bad whale watching experience. We have been on numerous similar cruises but this is the only one that we felt the captain was only interested in taking us out to point one and returning to the harbor to get off. It has taken me over a day to get over…”

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Shared Round-Trip Transfer: Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal - Meeting the Greeter at HNL: Find the Sign, Get Moving
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Shared Round-Trip Transfer: Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal

Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise - A Hawaiian Hula Experience - Sunset near Molokini crater: how the views actually play out
Cruises & Boat Tours, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Evening Experiences, Luau & Dinner Shows, Maui, Sunset & Dinner Cruises, Tour Reviews

Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise – A Hawaiian Hula Experience

7.Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise – A Hawaiian Hula Experience

Cruise Maui at golden hour with an open bar, buffet dinner, and live hula on the Pride of Maui near Molokini.

★ 4.5

“The staff was absolutely wonderful! This was by far the best service we’ve had out of all our excursions this trip. Everyone was so nice and the fact that they don’t book the entire boat made for a stress free evening where we were able to move about the boat without getting in other guests…”

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Shared Arrival Transfer: Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal - Mercedes shuttle comfort (and what shared rides really mean)
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Shared Arrival Transfer: Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal

8.Shared Arrival Transfer: Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal

Shared Honolulu Airport transfer to Waikiki or cruise terminal in a cool Mercedes shuttle, with luggage help and optional lei greeting.

★ 3.5

“Arrived on time and let us know as soon as we got to baggage claim that we were there. Driver was very informative about different things to do as we drove to our hotel.”

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2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Scuba Dive Via Boat for Certified Divers - The 6:30 AM meeting and the boat ride that can pay off fast
Cruises & Boat Tours, Lanai & Molokai Excursions, Maui, Scuba Diving, Tour Reviews

2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Scuba Dive Via Boat for Certified Divers

9.2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Scuba Dive Via Boat for Certified Divers

Two tanks off Lanai at the Cathedrals, small-group boat time from Lahaina. Expect morning wildlife, swim-through caves, and calm guidance.

★ 5.0

“Maui Divers did an excellent job with this excursion. They made sure everyone was comfortable and safe, and had a great experience. Their equipment was solid and staff was highly professional.”

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Airport Shuttle Round Trip Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal - The pickup at HNL: how you actually find your shuttle
Airport & Cruise Transfers, Cruises & Boat Tours, Honolulu, Tour Reviews

Airport Shuttle Round Trip Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal

Maui Ma'alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise - What the cruise route does for you: sunset timing and whale chances
Cruises & Boat Tours, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Evening Experiences, Maui, Sunset & Dinner Cruises, Tour Reviews

Maui Ma’alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise

Departure Transfer: Airport Shuttle Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal - Meet the Greeter at HNL, Then Get to Your Van Quickly
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Departure Transfer: Airport Shuttle Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal

12.Departure Transfer: Airport Shuttle Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal

Shared shuttle between HNL and Waikiki, Kahala, or cruise terminals with meet-and-greet, luggage help, and small 15-seat minibuses.

★ 4.5

“The pick up point was right outside the Cruise terminal. Since it was pouring rain, that was very helpful. Driver was great. Helpful, punctual and an excellent driver.”

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Oahu: Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise - Diamond Head Photo Stop: Why That Brief Pause Matters
Cruises & Boat Tours, Evening Experiences, Oahu, Sunset & Dinner Cruises, Tour Reviews

Oahu: Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise

13.Oahu: Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise

90-minute Waikiki sunset glass-bottom catamaran toward Diamond Head with local stories, skyline views, and a chance to spot dolphins or whales.

★ 4.6

“Great fun, good views of Waikiki, Diamond Head and Honolulu skyline. Lucky enough to see whales, fish and a turtle. Crew entertaining. Good value.”

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Maui Snorkeling Boat Tour to Turtle Town Aboard Quicksilver - Quicksilver catamaran setup: waterslide, shade, and rinse-off comfort
Cruises & Boat Tours, Maui, Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling, Snorkeling, Snorkeling Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Maui Snorkeling Boat Tour to Turtle Town Aboard Quicksilver

14.Maui Snorkeling Boat Tour to Turtle Town Aboard Quicksilver

Snorkel Turtle Town to Lanai on Quicksilver: turtles, spinner dolphins, a water slide, and breakfast plus lunch from Ma’alaea.

★ 4.5

“Fantastic trip! Crew was extremely helpful and friendly! Heads up, it’s a long boat ride, abdout 1:45 each way, so if you get sea sick I would suggest taking the naseau stuff (dramamine?) the night before.”

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Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel - Molokini Crater snorkeling: clearer water, classic reef energy
Cruises & Boat Tours, Maui, Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling, Sailing, Snorkeling Tours, Tour Reviews, VIP

Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

15.Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

Luxury yacht snorkel from Maui to Molokini and Turtle Town, with sea turtles, breakfast, BBQ lunch, and open bar.

★ 5.0

“The crew was superior in their energy and attentiveness. The boat was very clean and it and the equipment were in exceptional shape. The only real disappointment was we did not go to Molokini. Apparently, after signing in, they announced the weather was not favorable so they took us to an alternative spot along the…”

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