This was a beautiful ocean cruise experience. I loved seeing the Waikiki shore line and Diamond…read morehead in all its glory. I loved seeing to support local and this place is a wonderful start. The staff Brandon and another gentleman, were lovely hosts. Topping is optional but there is a Venmo code and a tip jar for cash.

I really wanted to enjoy this tour, but unfortunately didn't have a great experience. It was very…read morewindy and the water was extremely choppy. Multiple guests were getting seasick, as the Captain tried his best to navigate the waters. One guest nearly fainted and after that, the atmosphere on the boat changed. The Captain wasn't talking much and it seemed as if he just wanted to get back to the dock. Knowing the weather conditions, I wish the tour was rescheduled. We saw some fish and barely saw a turtle. I know the tour doesn't guarantee seeing wildlife, but it was disappointing hardly seeing anything in the glass bottom. To add, the glass bottom is just 4 boxes that you have to peek over to see. I didn't get seasick, so it was still nice to be out on the water and enjoying the views of the ocean. Prior to the incident, the captain was very educational and funny. Overall, had the tour been on a different day with more permitting weather, I think it would've been great.

Amazing experience. Must Book to watch the Friday Fireworks. It made it more special being in the…read moreocean.

Great fireworks!! Crew was fun. It was a little choppy- 4 of the 6 of us were sick. There were…read moreseveral others not feeling well. The staff tried their best to make sure the ill people were instructed how to go to certain parts of the boat. We had a Groupon discount. We decided to Uber to the location from our hotel. Probably best to call for Uber when you're headed back to the island. It was faster going back then it was headed out to sea. Yeah, fun drinks and snacks

We had the best experience on the sunset cruise with Captain Krash and Lucy! Couldn't have asked…read morefor a better time. The snacks & drinks were a very welcomed and appreciated suprise as well!

Great experience, love the staff. Very friendly and funny. They made sure to get us the best…read moreexperience

We had such a great time snorkeling with the turtles! The day started off really well--the driver…read morewas on time and in the correct location. The only small suggestion (not really a complaint) would be to let guests know the exact pier and gate ahead of time, as we were just dropped off without much direction. The boat itself was beautiful and very clean. The staff was fantastic--friendly, professional, and they gave clear directions along with a thorough safety briefing. The ride out to Turtle Bay was absolutely beautiful, with great music that really set the vibe. It also wasn't crowded, which made the experience even better. The snorkeling was amazing! We saw tons of fish and even spotted two turtles, which was definitely a highlight. Afterward, the light lunch was perfect--just what we needed after being in the water. Captain Nick (I think that was his name!) took us a bit farther out, and we were lucky enough to see whales, which made the day even more special. Huge shoutout to the crew--Hadley and Andrea were wonderful. Hadley even joined us in the water, which made the experience feel more personal and fun. Overall, it was an excellent day with an incredible crew. Highly recommend!

my sons and I went snorkeling to see sea turtles. We had a great crew Captain Topher, Greta and…read moreNatalie. Everyone was super helpful especially when one of my boys got sea sick and had to be swam back to the boat. We had a very private tour since there was only 8 people, but when we went to snorkel there were 100 people from 4-5 other catamarans. We were very lucky Natalie kept an eye on all of us and helped point out turtles. We had a great experience highly recommend

Location 3.5: Kewalo Harbor off of Ala Moana Blvd in Honolulu Oahu, Hawaii. This is a few miles to…read morethe west of Waikiki beach and not a short walk from there. You can drive, take a taxi, bus or Uber, or the Prince Kuhio staff can arrange pickup and drop off for you at an additional cost. There is plenty of paid parking at the harbor. Service 5: Super nice and friendly staff, all the way from the reception team to the photographer, the servers, the bartender, the chef and the captain. Ambiance 5: The enthusiasm of the staff rubs off on the guests. It is a happy gathering with breathtaking views. We took the Friday night dinner-cruise which lasted longer (and was more costly) so that we could enjoy the Hilton Hawaiian Village fireworks. The ship 3: The Prince Kuhio was first commissioned in 1984 as a passenger ferry. In 2020, she became part of the Prince Kuhio Tours family and was converted for use in scenic dining cruises. It can accommodate up to 138 passengers with plenty of outdoor and indoor space for dining, cocktails, and sightseeing. The upper, open deck where we sat, has 2 person and 4 person tables with all bench seats facing forward. The set up is optimized for sightseeing which is great. Viewing-wise, every seat is a good seat. Accommodation-wise, the setup is simple and not really fine-dining; hard seats with no cushioning, no tablecloths or cloth napkins, no metal silverware and no glassware. There is a bar facing the dining tables which at the time of our visit in August 2025 only served soft drinks and non-alcoholic mixers. For some undisclosed reason no alcohol was being sold on board but guests were encouraged to bring their own, which we did! Not sure if this is a long-term situation or temporary. The alcohol situation is not clearly stated on their website so if you plan to be drinking you might want to inquire ahead of time whether you should bring your own. The lower deck is enclosed and views are limited compared to the upper deck. The admission price for the lower deck is a little less ($115 vs. $132 at the time of our visit). The restrooms are aft on the lower deck. Again pretty basic. Boarding and seating 3: We got there plenty of time ahead of the scheduled boarding but there was already a long line outside. There was very little supervision. The line was disorganized and people were cutting in and jumping the line. We were greeted cheerfully at the entrance, checked in, and photographed for a separately-sold souvenir photo. Although we had paid for upper deck seating as a family of four, by the time we got there all tables were taken. Again there was no supervision by the staff and it was kind of a "free for all". We had to personally negotiate with the other guests (who had spread out over multiple tables) to secure a 4-seat table. This was a little chaotic and unexpected. Food 4: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner have different menus. We had taken the Sunset Dinner Cruise. Dinner included a garden salad, an entrée and a dessert (cheesecake). For the entrée, you are limited to Fish (Catch of the Day) or Beef Short Ribs. We all had the fish and it was delicious and nicely plated. Given the amount of people that they feed in as short as a time, I do not know how they do it but it came out really well. We met the chef who was going around and meeting the guests after the dinner was served, and he told us that everything is done fresh and on premises in real time. Hats off to the chef and the staff! Drinks 3: As mentioned earlier, they only served soft drinks and mixers at the time of our visit in August 2025. No alcohol was sold on board but patrons were encouraged to bring their own. Suggest you check ahead of time with Prince Kuhio Tours whether this is still the situation. The Last Word 4: The breathtaking views, the friendly crew and the delicious (albeit limited in options) food offerings elevate this experience to a solid 4. I wish they could do better with the boarding process and the seating arrangements. Overall a great experience!

Food: AMAZING! We had fish. It was tender and moist. The chef told us he was grilling it as we ate…read moresalad. The wasabi cream sauce made the dish with bok Choy, edamame beans, and rice. The salad had a really yummy sweet papaya sauce. Cheesecake standard but very yummy too! Best food on a boat. They even got our baby some fish and noodles and Cheetos. Service: Alex was so kind and attentive. My son got sea sick and she packed his food, gave me barf bags and a towel. She showed a spot where it was less rocky. She was lovely interacting with the children. Showed them all she decorated. Ambience: very chill vibe, clean bathrooms, Desiree was a cool bartender making everyone comfortable. It was very fun experience for our family. We got great pictures with Diamond head and the sunset. Captain was kind to take pictures while steering the ship. Loved it and will do again when Oahu!

All female crew, a first for us, and a nice smooth sail with Tamiko @ the helm. Courtney, Mariam,…read moreand Kaley (fingers crossed on spelling) were all very attentive, friendly, and made for a very pleasant experience. Snacks were individually packaged, MAJOR bonus cos it's nasty when you get passengers clamoring for cheese 'n stuff off of a tray. And, rather tasty, I might add. Didn't partake in the drinks cos we've had plenty leading up to sunset cruise. Big lot for parking and seamless check-in. Save time, a tree, and sign your waiver online.

We had a great time on our sunset cruise! Our original scheduled date got rescheduled due to a…read moreshortage of attendees. They communicated very quickly and easily via email to reschedule our cruise. Then unfortunately we had to cancel 1 attendee, and again they communicated easily and quickly and gave us our refund the same day! Once on board the crew was very welcoming and accommodating...including one crew member jumped in to grab a lady's hat that blew off into the water!! Great cocktails and appetizers...all in all 5 stars!

I highly recommend Dolphin Excursions Hawaii because the team who operates it are highly organized,…read morethoughtful, experienced, intelligent, friendly, and helpful. They do their utmost best to address any needs and answer questions during the entire time. Plus, with their knowledge of the area, we spotted dolphins, a whale, a rare Hawaiian Monk Seal (who actually surfaced to watch us). During our two dives, we even swam near beautiful turtles. Our guide, Morgan, was especially fabulous! Big gratitude to him and to the rest of the crew who help make such a positively memorable experience!

The staff was great. Good and clear communication. They were adamant about finding us dolphins to…read moresee and we scored big time! We even got in the water briefly with them. Highly recommend!

The ambiance, entertainment, and service was a five. The food was a four. Really disappointed with…read morethe lobster but the filet was good. Really liked the charcuterie board with a good selection of cheese, fruits and crackers. The best part was the entertainment. Great music and the hula show was spectacular. My five year old granddaughter was dancing and having a fantastic time. The lady performers interacted with her making it a wonderful experience for her. That made my night. The gentleman playing jazz and easy listening music did a good job. The lady jazz singer sounded great. Views from the ship were phenomenal. All in all my kids and grandkids had a good time so it was a win/win for my wife and I.

Went for whale watching- got to see some! It was a great…read moreexperience. It was windy and boat does rock a bit but like one would expect. It was in the morning, so they offered coffee, handmade/ pineapple banana bread- so good. Service and workers were amazing and knew a lot about whales. Would definitely recommend.