I highly recommend Aolani- the friendliness and professionalism of the crew was top notch. With our large group of 32 we took a sunset dinner catamaran from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The crew was extremely friendly and went above and beyond keeping the boat very clean throughout the journey and even walking around to check on us and see if we wanted any drinks brought to us. I've been on several boat rides like this and usually you have to walk up to the bar yourself. The boat itself has some seating outside - two small benches on either side at the front and then some bean bag style seating in the netted front areas. We were told 5 people can sit on each bean bag side. So that's 10 people on the bean bags and then 6 people across the two benches. In the back of the boat around 6-8 can sit comfortably. Inside the boat there's seating for probably around 15-20 so you can eat your dinner inside. If you want a sunset boat tour around Coronado and the downtown SD bay I highly recommend booking with Aolani. read more

See all

We had an amazing time on the 2-hour catamaran cruise around San Diego Bay! The weather was absolutely perfect, and the views of the skyline, harbor, and waterfront were beautiful from start to finish. The crew was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and made everyone feel welcome. There was a great selection of drinks and food available, making it easy to relax and enjoy the ride. I was also impressed by how clean and spacious the boat was, especially the large, spotless bathrooms. There was plenty of comfortable seating, so everyone had a great spot to take in the scenery. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and a perfect way to spend a couple of hours on the water. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting San Diego or looking for a fun local outing! Very kid friendly too! read more

Can't say enough about the professionalism of the staff, the quality food and drink provided, or the beautiful boat. Definitely a time that I will remember forever. What a breathtaking cruise around the harbor, getting up close and personal with awesome military vessels, all while enjoying a postcard-worthy sunset. The staff are a true class act. I would genuinely recommend this experience to anyone interested in taking a sunset cruise. Even though I've been fortunate enough to live in Hawaii for the past 30 years, this trip on the Aolani will hold a special place in my heart. The boat really lived up to it's name, all through the evening it felt as if we were cruising on a "heavenly cloud." Many mahalos go out to Edwin Lap and the crew. If you're in the area, make the time to take a cruise with them. You won't be disappointed. Aloha, Christopher Kish. read more

My family and I booked Aolani for my 2024 Graduation celebration and everything was very well organized & the crew was extremely attentive & friendly. Despite happening on Father's Day, Captain Joey brought along his daughter and still made sure my family of 50 people had a good time. Huge shoutout to Cindy and Holly (crew members) for making us feel at home, sharing a wonderful family experience and overall making this a fond memory for my college graduation. read more

See all

The Aolani is an amazing luxury catamaran. Our group consisted of over 30 people for a friends' get together and we all fit comfortably. The Aolani is spacious and travels very smoothly. The crew was awesome! Very friendly, welcoming, professional and helpful. I would highly recommend! read more

The experience of a burial at sea for 2 loved ones was absolutely unforgettable and breathtaking thanks to the Aolani and its wonderful crew. Saying goodbye is never easy but saying goodbye on this beautiful catamaran surrounded by the San Diego coastline was a final voyage that will forever be remembered by us all. I cannot thank you all enough for the attention, love and respect you shared with us all. Cheers to you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. read more

See all

We booked a three hour cruise + open bar for my friends Bachelorette. It was suppose to be 16 of us but only ended up being 8 of us. We all had such an amazing time celebrating my friend. The crew of captain Joey, Holly and Cindy were so fun and awesome. 3 hours was a really good amount of time as we went up towards point Loma and swung back around past downtown San Diego and seaport village. Would highly recommend them for a fun event ! read more

Cameron and Aolani made my husband's 40th birthday celebration something to remember! Due to the weather, we were unsure if we could go forward with our original date and plan. However, Cameron was extremely accommodating and provided many alternatives, ensuring I was very happy. We decided to move forward, and we were extremely lucky with the weather the day of. On top of that, the morning of, the Coronado bridge was closed, and the boat crew figured out a way to pick people up on our cruise. They also worked with a caterer we chose and made everything extremely easy. I am beyond words with the level of customer service provided by Cameron and the boat crew. Thank you Cameron and the Aolani crew for making a throwback birthday party a hit! It was sooo worth it! read more

See all

Perfect day! Perfect crew! Perfect Boat! We celebrated our family of 4 generations! The oldest 91 the youngest 7 months! The experience could not have been better. Our crew was Capt Joey, with Kaitlyn and Cindy as his mates. Very attentive and experienced. We would absolutely plan another celebration with this group. read more

I've had the good fortune to be able to spend more than one afternoon on the Aolani. Each time it has exceeded my expectations. The crew is so friendly and helpful. It's always super clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend the Aolani to anyone looking to enjoy some time on it touring the San Diego Bay. read more

My wife and I chose the Aolani sailing crew for a sunset sail after our wedding rehearsal. Bruno was easy to work with and made planning the sail a breeze... The boat was on time and was able to pick us up from our hotel on Coronado. The crew was both fun and professional! During our two hour sail we made it up towards downtown before heading back south! I highly recommended them for a great day out on the water! Thank you Aolani Crew! read more

See all

My good friend Edwin Lapp invited my wife Kris and I for a Sunday sail on his beautiful Aolani catamaran. It was such an invigorating experience that I am planning a business charter later this year! read more

We have used the Aolani for our corporate team building event the last two years and it has been wonderful and enjoyed by everyone. Captain Stephen and his crew are professional and courteous, ensuring that you are well taken care of and most of all enjoy yourself. Captain Stephen is also a wealth of knowledge about San Diego and the landmarks around the bay and learning some of that history is a fun way to experience the Bay. The boat is beautiful and well equipped for large group outings with plenty of space in the cabin or on the deck. This is a great group to do an outing with. read more

Aolani Catamaran Sailing - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

See all

Reserved a two hour sail for my fellow medical interns. Bruno was quick to respond by text, whereas email conversations were practically non-existent. I didn't get a final price until the day before the sail, but this was understandable considering the fluctuating headcount. They give you parking vouchers at the end so you only pay $8 at the Sheraton, or you can park across the street for $10. Either way, this was an added expense we did not know about until we got there. The sail itself was pretty fun. All the crew members were great and provided everyone with blankets and/or jackets given that it was extra windy that day. We also appreciated that they skipped the typical Navy tour, knowing that we were all Navy affiliated, and went to see some whales instead. Overall, we all had a great time and would recommend it for any event. read more

Aolani Catamaran Sailing - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

Our company was looking to host an intimate corporate cocktail reception while in San Diego. We chose to partner with Aolani because we wanted our guests to have an EXPERIENCE, something uniquely different, and tailored just for them. Aolani did NOT disappoint. From inquiry to planning to execution ... everything was seamless.... perfection! The Aolani Capitan and crew went above and beyond to ensure our guests had an enjoyable time. Our guests a month later are still talking about the wonderful time they had! Our time on the Aolani far exceeded our expectations! If we have the opportunity to return to San Diego, we will definitely partner with Aolani again. Big shout out to Cameron Davis-- A point of contact for Aolani. He is AMAZING to work with! read more

Above and beyond experience! I received excellent service from the first call with Bruno to set up the event all the way to the end of the sailing trip. Typically in these situations, the atmosphere/event speaks for itself, but I have to say that what truly made our experience were the personable touches and hospitality of the Aolani crew - Kaitlyn, Holly and Joey. Everyone in our group had the best time and the only feedback was that we need to book a longer trip next time (2 hours was not enough). We will definitely be back and look forward to our next event with this wonderful crew! read more

See all

We have such a great time celebrating what was going to be my birthday turned into a surprise engagement party! Open bar was amazing and the crew was so great at setting up and putting up the decor that I brought for the party! Highly recommend and the price is very reasonable!! read more

See all

Don't even know where to begin! Everything about the staff, the vessel, the accommodations is 5-star! Rented the Aolani for my 40th birthday and it was amazing! Everyone loved the experience but the staff and professionalism made it that much better! Thank you all for making my special day a bucket-list dream come true. read more

Aolani Catamaran Sailing - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

I sailed aboard the Aolani last week for a San Diego Business Travel Association networking event. The crew was wonderful and knowledgeable! The catamaran sailed very smoothly, I was surprised! So for people who are concerned about seasickness, don't be worried on this smooth operator! The SDBTA treated us to an open bar and some light appetizers. I got to chat with Edwin while on board and he was so nice and welcoming just like the rest of his staff and I discovered that the rental rates were quite reasonable for what you received, a great value! Highly recommend this experience for your work and pleasure outings! read more

Amazing day with Captain Joey, Holly, and Cindy! My family was gathered to scatter my mom's ashes and they made the entire time a day to remember with their great service, compassion, and professionalism. Thank you so much for making my mom's final wish come true. read more

California has one of the highest fertility rates in the United States. Hardcore babies get made in the west. Do you know how babies are made or how people decide to make babies in the first place? Whatever you guessed, well, you're wrong, it has nothing to do with storks, tadpoles, chickens, or any other foul delivery service. The decision to make Babies happens when people realize that they need to make clones of themselves in order to experience the same profound moments that they have had. No babies are scheduled to be made after clipping toe nails too short or falling off the toilet while clipping toe nails too short as I did last night. A day on the Aolani has been keeping San Diegans fertile since 2003. With the amazing hospitality, stupendous ship comfort, and overwhelming sites and sounds of the swelling Pacific you bet-your-sweet-ass that you will experience something in even a short excursion that you will remember until the end of days in 2012. You will make or adopt children just to take them with you on the Aolani for a second time, that's how rad it is. read more

Aolani Catamaran Sailing - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

Fantastic experience! I would highly recommend. Holly, Cindy, and Joey provide exceptional service and an experience for everyone. Thank you so much to Holly and Cindy especially for helping us with everything we needed! They are fantastic, I cannot speak highly enough of them. I would highly recommend this for anyone for a great experience in general! read more

What an amazing experience! We launched our Lifestyle Event Planning business onboard, CoutureLifestyleEvents.com ! The customer service was amazing and the crew took such great care of us! Our guests raved about the sail for months to come! We had a blast and would recommend Aolani to anyone looking for a unique and exciting experience. It was a beautiful ride around the San Diego Bay, definitely made for memories that will last a lifetime. read more

Aolani Catamaran Sailing - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

We booked the Aolani for our family and close friends when my grandfather passed away to spread his ashes at sea. Booking with the company was easy and went without issue. When we arrived the day of the event, we came early with flowers and food for set up. The catamaran was not there, as it was still out with another group. We didn't think much of this. We put our food and decor on a counter next to where the boat would dock. We were told that once the boat was back, my mother, sister and I could board to set up the flowers and ashes on the table inside. My grandmother was receiving military honors for my grandfather just up on the grass area before we all went to the catamaran. When Aolani arrived, we did not have time to fully set up before the military salute, but this was ok as we needed to move the ashes and flowers once the salute was over. But while we were trying to arrange some of the flowers, I saw one of the crew members (JENNIFER) eating the food we brought for our guests. I thought it was pretty tacky of her to do that, but it was only a few grapes and wasn't going to say anything to her or my family. We walked up to the grass for the military honors. Just as the ceremony ended, my sister, mother and I ran back to the catamaran to finish setting up with the flowers and ashes. As we were walking onto Aolani with items in hand that same member of the crew (JENNIFER) physically moved to block us and very coldly instructed us to move to the front of the boat for a mandatory safety talk. We explained that we had ashes and flowers that needed to be set up inside before our guests came to the boat. Still blocking us, she said "you will have to discuss that with the captain"..... who was literally two feet away from her. My mother asked if we could go finish setting up before our guests come and very quickly he said "of course!". Jennifer let my mother through and then moved to block my sister and I from following (even though both of us had items in our hands) and again coldly repeated for us to proceed to the front of the boat. My mother was pretty angry at this point and yelled that she needed our help. While we were inside we listened to her bark at guest after guest to head to the front of the boat. No "hellos" or any kind words, just cold instructions. My sister said "does she know why we are all here? It was embarrassing and when we made our way to join our guests at the front, Jennifer and her rudeness was a topic of discussion already. The captain was very nice, and though the other crew member was clearly a little annoyed and stressed, she was very nice and accommodating for the most part. Jennifer wasn't done. The rest of the story in photos. read more

We recently chartered the Aolani for a corporate event we were having on the evening of Sunday, June 9. We had approximately 45 people on board. Bruno was very helpful and called me the morning of the event to confirm and also to inform me that the boat would be coming back from a previous charter about 15 minutes before ours was supposed to sail. I informed him that we had food and drinks to bring on board so he directed us on exactly where to go with our items so that when the catamaran arrived, we could have it brought on board. (Kudos to the staff at the Sheraton who helped us wheel our stuff to the dock!) Once the catamaran arrived, Captain Stephen took away all of my worries. He and his staff of Jennifer & Shelby were SOOOO nice and helpful. They let us sit back and they took care of everything - bringing all of our items on board and setting it up for us. This was such a relief for me! We set sail and everything was perfect from then on out. Our guests were thoroughly impressed with the service and personal style of Captain Stephen. He made everyone feel at ease - even those who were nervous about being on a boat. He even came to the front and began telling us stories when we were passing the military vessels. All in all this was a wonderful experience and I can't think of a better way to see San Diego in all its glory than sailing with this crew. It was truly a memorable experience. We highly recommend them. read more

Aolani Catamaran Sailing - The AccelTex Solutions crew (the A-Team) on-board the Aolani for a corporate event we hosted on 06/09/2019. Good times! - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

AMAZING experience on this catamaran! Went with my family for the Santa Claus experience and was beyond pleased. Staff was so professional and friendly and the boat was very clean. I also loved the fact that the boat is a locally owned from a San Diego family! Impeccable service! read more

We had a family birthday celebration on board the Aolani. The crew, weather and whole experience were perfect. A week later I'm still getting rave reviews from our guests saying it was an experience of a lifetime. We highly recommend and will surely use again if another occasion arises. read more

Gorgeous day of sailing through San Diego bay, basking in the constant sunlight with views of the Downtown skyline and Coronado, what more do you need? The highlight of the trip was anchoring at random beaches and going swimming. View of the million dollar scenery, awesome weather, great company, delicious lunch - a perfect way to top off our Memorial Day weekend. Thanks Aolani! read more

One of the vendors I work with chartered the Aolani for a celebration. The sail around the bay was perfect. The captain was very relaxed, fun, and informative. The staff serving the food and drinks were also very kind and were on top of things. The food was good and they had a nice assortment of liquor, beer, and wine. There were plenty of seats around the Aolani and when the sun was setting and it got cooler, we were offered blankets and jackets. The crew made the sail very enjoyable and a lot of fun. I'm not sure of the cost, but I don't think that it was unreasonable. If you're looking for a fun way to celebrate something, consider a sail around the bay on the Aolani! read more

This past weekend my wife and I had the pleasure of joining a group of about 40 or so people on a private chartered half-day catamaran cruise aboard the Aolani Catamaran. Convenient parking is provided for the half-day catamaran cruise at the Sheraton Harbor Island across from the airport ($8.00 with validated discount). We boarded the catamaran at 1:30 pm and joined a great group of people for a half-day harbor and ocean cruise (thanks go out to everyone, including Bill & Patti who invited us). Plenty of food & drinks were available, and some tropical island music enhanced the experience. We enjoyed the beautiful San Diego Skyline, gorgeous weather and enjoyable conversations. What we did not anticipate was seeing a cabin cruiser sinking off Point Loma. Fortunately, no one was on board and we got there in time for the captain to radio the harbor police who responded quickly. From what we gathered, someone decided to abandon ship! As we made our way back from the half-day catamaran cruise, we enjoyed passing by the naval ships and aircraft carriers located near the Coronado Bridge. As the sun was setting, the air grew cooler but the wonderful crew was prepared with blankets so we could enjoy the topside. We docked at 8:00 pm & departed back to our normal lives. I highly recommend this cruise to anyone looking for an entertaining time. Travel times vary as do routes. For more information, please click on this link: http://lajollahomefinder.com/events/aolani-12-day-catamaran-cruise-out-of-san-diego-harbor . read more

Aolani Catamaran Sailing - Sail-on! - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

Yelp was not around back when my wife and I first got married on the Aolani. To see this pop up in my Yelp feed flooded me with amazing memories of how special Aolani truly made our small wedding party feel. They accommodated every reasonable request we could make, including setting up our Julian Pie "wedding cake" PERFECTLY. They assisted us with a catering meal that was beyond delicious. He had us perfectly set up to conduct the ceremony right where Anthony's Fish Grotto used to be downtown. People cheered, hooted and hollered congrats to us. It was like we had thousands of people join us right at that moment! After helping us put together so much, the captain had a little secret in store for us and took us through a highly exclusive tour of some of the most luxuriously yachts ported in the bay for a special auction! It was SO cool. This team truly believes in the best standards of comfort, safety and consideration for their guests, and I'm so glad I ran into this after so many years to be able to see that they are still going strong! Looks like when I surprise (she's not on Yelp) my wife for our vow renewals, I think I know exactly where we need to do it! read more

Such an amazing experience! The entire crew was so helpful and fun! Upon entering, everyone grabbed all of our items and helped set everything up within MINUTES! The captain was extremely knowledgeable, was super helpful and provided amazing customer service throughout the entire experience...but for me, the REAL A+, the thing that really set the experience to above and beyond was Jennifer. She was so funny and polite, and she was offering to take picture after picture of everyone! It's amazing to see people do a job they truly love, and you could definitely feel that on the Aolani! read more

Could not rave about this experience more! We booked aolani for a corporate outing and needless to say we could not stop raving about it. The team seamlessly set up our event to our expectations and was accommodating the whole entire boat ride from start to finish. Drinks were also very well-made. If you're looking for an event to take a large party this is it! Thanks so much crew. read more

My wife and I went on a sail tour aboard the Aolani in the San Diego bay and we had an amazing time! The boat is beautiful and very clean. The crew was extremely friendly and professional. The captain steered the boat smoothly to allow us to take wonderful pictures of the scenery. I would definitely recommend them and look forward to reliving the experience again someday. read more

I work with corporate groups and the Aolani is always a good time! The crew is outstanding, always making everyone feel welcome and giving everyone a great tour of San Diego from the water side. A beautiful boat and always a smooth sail! read more

We went out on the Aolani Catamaran for a corporate event and had a wonderful time. The food and drinks were great and the crew was fantastic! The only problem was that it had to end! :-) We will definitely be using them again. read more

Well I have time to write a review since our boat dropped us off at the wrong location and we missed our dinner reservations tonight for 24 ppl. When we discovered we were docked at the incorrect place, we told the crew we would discuss the gratuity later instead of the original amount. Rather, we wanted to ensure we wouldn't be billed in full for a contract that wasn't fulfilled. The boat captain, who was blatantly attention-starved as was evident at the start of his safety "entertainment" presentation, announced his disdain to the entire group at the end, quite literally ruining our whole experience we paid $2000 for. The staff was great, however Captain Steve is unprofessional and will be getting plenty of non-referrals from us. read more

We searched high and low for a boat as wedding venue and came across the Aolani. We chartered the Aolani and had the best time celebrating with our family and friends. Reasonably priced, excellent customer service, beautiful venue! Thank you Bruno! read more

Aolani Catamaran Sailing - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

Went on an Aolani cruise this week and it was terrific! We were on a company trip without about 30 people. The boat felt spacious and not crowded at all. The crew was prepared for everything. A few people didn't realize how much cooler it could be on the water and didn't bring jackets. It was a nice surprise to see that the crew had a stack of blankets and jackets (even visors and sunscreen) for just such an occasion. Really nice! The crew was informative about the history of the harbor without boring you or droning on too long about it. We cruised up close to see submarines, colonies of seals and many other points of interest. I've done many other "harbor cruises" in the past and this was by far my favorite. Great memories that will stay with me for a long time. read more

Beautiful boat and amazing staff! Every time we've sailed with them, we have had zero issues and an absolute blast! Highly recommend and can't wait to go again soon!! read more