Had an awesome experience with Hawai'i Glass Bottom Boat! The crew was great and super friendly…read morefrom start to finish. They also provide water on board, so there's no need to worry about bringing your own bottle. The captain was hilarious but also really informative. I've lived in Hawaii my whole life, and he was sharing history about the island that even I didn't know! It made the trip entertaining while also giving me a whole new appreciation for the place I call home. The views were beautiful, the crew made everyone feel welcome, and the whole experience was just a great time. Definitely something I'd recommend to both visitors and locals. All around a great experience -- 5 stars!

We booked the 4 to 5PM time and our boat was almost completely full. The previous boat had fewer…read morethan 10 people, so if you have flexibility, I would probably try to get on one of the less crowded boats. We only saw a few fish, so unfortunately the glass bottom portion wasn't very exciting for us. I wouldn't go into this expecting to see tons of marine life. Obviously what you see is going to depend on the day and conditions, but our trip was pretty quiet. That said, it was a really nice, relaxing hour out on the water. The guide was very friendly and made the experience enjoyable even though we didn't see much underneath the boat. Would I do it again specifically to see fish? Probably not. But if you want an easy, relaxing boat ride and don't want to get in the water, it's a nice way to spend an hour.

Always a great time with Jenna, Kia and Ian ... our favorite activity every year!…read more $6 Mai Tai's $5 beer $3 soda What's not to like??

We joined the sunset sail and really loved the view and the experience. Price probably was more on…read morethe high-end compared to bigger-sized group or different time slot, but quite worth the tag. All the staffs were so attentive, welcoming, and knowledgeable. It was quite confusing to find the meetup point at the beginning, but asking the hotel staff did help us getting there. We went on the high-tide day so needed to walk a bit from the usual boarding area. Probably helpful to remind people wearing slippers as you'd need to take shoes off. They did provide proper and plenty storage spaces for your footwear on the boat (appreciated!). Drinks were pretty much bottomless and they had their very own Mai Tai so you could really enjoy the 'complete Hawaiian package'! The only problem with high tide day, it meant be prepped to get wet and going on and off the boat would be quite tricky as you needed to manage timing to avoid the tide from getting you soaking wet. I was unfortunately not the pro and literally got half-bottom wet, getting off the boat LOL. Paid off by the gorgeous sunset view!!

We had the most incredible experience with Living Ocean Tours during our last visit to Oahu. We had…read moregone to Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve on a prior trip, but had not done anything guided and did not have any luck seeing turtles (though it was still beautiful and we saw plenty of fish). My partner loves turtles, which is why we were so eager to find a memorable experience during our next trip. We found the Living Ocean Tours Turtle Canyon experience through Viator and paid about $80/person which we felt was incredibly reasonable. We saw prior reviews stating that the best time to go is early morning, so we decided to take the first boat out. This was honestly a pro tip as we were not only one of three small groups on the boat, but were also the first boat out to the canyon making the experience feel intimate and memorable! We met the amazing crew who were so knowledgable, friendly, and safety-savvy. The ride itself took about 15 minutes each way. Once we arrived, we felt totally confident swimming out with the provided snorkels, life jackets, and flippers after completing the safety lecture. The crew also emphasized protection of wildlife, instructing us to do our very best to stay 10 ft away or more from the turtles. At times, the turtles would come close to us without our knowledge, so we were also instructed on how to gently swim away when this occurred to maintain safe distance. We spent about an hour and a half total in the water, which was more than enough time to see loads of turtles. When it was time to return, we enjoyed complimentary snacks and drinks on the boat. Thank you Living Ocean Tours for providing us with the experience of a lifetime! We would recommend Living Ocean Tours to friends, family, or anyone looking for a safe, comfortable, and immersive turtle viewing experience!

Amazing crew! Thats the number one thing, you can get on a boat and snorkel just about anywhere in…read moreHawaii and see amazing reef fish and wildlife, but to have such an educated and attentive crew was a big change compared to my usual snorkeling/diving excursions. Lola was our main guide and not only was she well educated, attentive, and a great tour guide -- she also would go above and beyond to make your tour incredible. None of the other guides from other companies got off their boards, let alone free dove 40ft to try to get the reef shark to leave its rock so everyone could see it. She also provided many of our crew with their own free dive instruction so that they could try as well. Amazing trip, amazing sights, even better crew!

This cruise was amazing for my family. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. As we set out to…read morefind spinner dolphins which they found, the staff explained to us about the island and its culture. They danced for us and played great music . The captain (Danny) was trying her best to find a great place to snorkel which she found . The lunch (turkey sandwich) was really good. They served water, lemonade and had drinks for sale as well. I would definitely recommend this trip and company. Aloha

My wife and I had an amazing boat tour experience from start to finish. We were picked up in…read moreWaikīkī and taken to the Wai'anae Small Boat Harbor, which made everything convenient and easy. They also offer a military discount, which we really appreciated. Once we got out on the water, the experience was unforgettable. We swam with colorful fish and sea turtles, saw dolphins, and even got to see false killer whales. It was truly a great day out at sea. The crew was exceptional: Capt. Dani, Ben, Faavae, Kania, Roxanne, Kirra, Bernard, and Keely all made the trip special. Keely deserves a special shout-out! The crew provided educational facts, acted as lifeguards, served food and drinks, and even danced, making the whole experience fun, safe, and memorable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an incredible ocean adventure in Hawai'i. Great service, beautiful wildlife, and an outstanding crew!

The crew was super friendly! People can truly make or break the experience and this crew was warm…read moreand welcoming. One of the crew even took my phone to dive and get a better video of the turtles. This turtle canyon tour was a fun and just right amount of time. (90min) Book it!

Emma and Preston were amazing! They were both super friendly and knowledgeable! Emma took all the…read morebest pictures! We would definitely take another cruise with them!

Amazing Catamaran & Snorkeling Experience!…read more We had such an incredible time on our catamaran snorkeling trip! Jake and Sam truly made the experience everything we hoped it would be--and more. They were fun, personable, knowledgeable, and kept us laughing with their jokes throughout the trip. Thanks to their expertise, we were able to snorkel with sea turtles and see so many different species of beautiful tropical fish. They knew exactly where to take us and made us feel comfortable and well taken care of the entire time. Jake and Sam were an absolute joy and really made this one of the highlights of our Hawaii vacation. 100% recommend this experience! Mahalo for such an unforgettable day!

I did the early Turtle Canyon snorkel tour, and it was truly one of the highlights of my Hawaii…read moretrip! Sam and Haley were both amazing, and Haley was a great in-water guide. She gave us tons of great info on the marine life we were seeing, and was awesome at pointing out sea turtles for us. The boat ride out and back were absolutely stunning. Because it was so early, my group had some solo time in the water before the crowds showed up (definitely recommend doing this! You get to see the turtles waking up and coming to the surface!) My experience couldn't have been better, and I will definitely book again on my next Oahu vacation.

There's a reason this place is five stars…read more Friendly staff. Authentically friendly. One of the girls was learning on our charter last night, and the older team member was patiently explaining how to do things but nothing was held up. Beautiful views. Strong drinks with name brand liquors. Clean bathrooms. Plenty of seating and the boat was NOT PACKED. This was not one of those party boats with 100 people crammed onto hard plastic benches. Cushions, cool chairs above the nets. GREAT MUSIC. Would *highly* recommend. If you don't just go with the cheapest option, pick this place.

Exceptional experience Beautiful long sail…read more Great team of sailors Perfect afternoon and way to spend some time together

Zoe and Caleb were awesome! Will definitely come back and recommend to everyone! Love how intimate…read morethe tour was and we even saw dolphins!

Very knowledgeable and attentive. We felt very safe and very well taken care off. Captain Peter was…read morevery kind and attentive to all of our needs. His partner (I am so sorry that her name escapes my aged mind right now) was amazing and made sure we got real cool videos of the majestic turtles swimming nearby. I 100% recommend them.

If you're blessed to live long enough, eventually the knees give out...or your hip needs replacing…read more Still, you remember the joy of whizzing across waves under sail. You'd relish the chance to recapture that thrill, if only for a moment! And that's why you'd want to book an evening catamaran with Holokai! The staff are incredibly accommodating to those with mobility issues...from the time you book, till you board ... then disembark. Not just one employee, but every employee, looks after your safety and enjoyment. Epic service! And if you're really lucky, there will even be enough wind for the crew to hoist the mainsail...and you'll spend at least part of the evening whizzing across the waves again! If there's a quibble with Holokai, their bar menu doesn't offer much for the Bourbon and Beer crowd. It leans too heavily into the "fruity drinks" side of things, at least for some in our party of four. Still, we whizzed crossed the waves once more...and that made us forget, at least for a moment, our aching knees and hips. Well done, Holokai! Mahalo!

Second time doing this sunset cruise and it's been amazing both times. Such a fun way to be out on…read morethe water in Waikīkī! Some logistics to know about: you can get validated parking at the Embassy Suites for $15 (4 hours). If you want free street parking, you'll need to come much earlier and give yourself extra time to get to check-in. Check-in itself is super easy annd it's inside the Outrigger near Monkeypod. The staff is genuinely kind and welcoming from the start. They give a quick safety talk and then walk you down to the boat You'll step into the water to board and you're not allowed to wear shoes, so honestly don't even bother bringing any. It's a catamaran with nets to sit on (my favorite spot) plus regular seating and plenty of space to move around. Unlimited drinks are included and the crew constantly checks in to see if you need anything. Both times I've gone we've seen whales, which feels so special! It is definitely choppy so if you get seasick easily this might not be your move. If you're a water baby though, you'll thoroughly enjoy this experience! It also gets windy, so bring a jacket. If you love being on the water, sunsets, and a fun but relaxed vibe, this is such a good option. Highly recommend!

Great tour,great staff. Very safe, saw at least 5 turtles and many many colorful fish. Highly…read morerecommend. Book directly through website. I paid more through tripadvisor.

I was so surprised how much I enjoyed this excursion! I live in Hawaii but I wanted to do something…read morenew when my son was with me. We ha d a great time with the captain and the ladies who worked there. Outgoing personality and the best part was the dog named Sushi! We were extremely lucky to see some dolphins on our way back and they swam so close to us! We saw some turtles when we went swimming but I have to say that it was sort of crowded with the other boats around. It was difficult to really swim around with so many people. Other than that, we saw a few honu's and enjoyed the lovely swim! Highly recommend this excursion!