We had the most amazing time on the Captain's Waikiki Sunset tasting cruise with Captain Garret and first made Lindsey. We left on this massive, luxurious yacht that could have easily accommodated 20 with just 6 people-their maximum charter. We cruised along the coast toward diamond head then turned around and enjoyed some fancy appetizer food. Not really enough to call dinner unless you are a very light eater. There's also open bar with beer wine and Mai tais of course. It was great being out on the water in such an intimate setting. The 200 people on the neighboring barge cruise eyed us with envy, wondering perhaps if we were Hollywood royalty. Such a fantastic experience, wish it could go on for longer. It was over in a snap. An absolute MUST to read more

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It was a great experience! Good fun! Staff was excellent! I will definitely come back!

MANA sunset cruise from Ko Olina - the absolute highlight of our trip!!! We are no strangers to Catamaran excursions - trips in the British Virgin Islands, Greece, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. By far, Captain Travis and First Mate Taylor were exceptional, leaving no detail to chance. We were warmly greeted with a drink and were given a very thorough safety briefing. Both were meticulous in their duties to their craft as well as to their guests. The catamaran was immaculate, an outstanding demonstration of the care and maintenance it receives - impressive for a 2008 Cat. Thanks MANA and crews for your care and concern. We had only 5 of us aboard ( they allow a maximum of only 6) which really enhanced the experience. As we got underway drinks were served and then came what I thought was going to be a sampling of local snacks. No, it was a full dinner made by Taylor that was some of the freshest, best food we have had on the Island, followed by a dessert second to none. The other guests dietary restrictions were taken into consideration and we sailed (and for a portion of the trip we were under full sail & not motoring) around with soft Hawaiian reggae playing. The two hours flew by.... We were regaled with stories of the Islands and some very interesting facts. Sure there are less expensive, far more crowded sunset tours... but NOTHING compares to this one. It was worth every cent. When we return we will have already booked this trip before we board our again! Do yourself a favor, splurge on a really personal Hawaiian experience and book this trip. You will be richly rewarded & have memories for years to come! There may be no traffic jams on the extra mile... but you will find on this excursion, Captain Travis & First Mate Taylor are on the extra mile & demonstrate what the extra mile should look like! A very important note - we recommend if you are coming from the Waikīkī area that you plan on leaving early and planning a light lunch at Ko Olina - the Monkeypod, or one of the restaurants in the hotels. The traffic leaving Waikiki in the afternoon is horrible in the afternoon and could take several hours to navigate to Ko Olina. read more

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What a fantastic near shore fishing trip! Of course it's easy to give 5 stars when the fishing is so good, but I'm pretty sure I'd be giving 5 stars even if we hadn't been so lucky. Great communication from the moment we booked. Professional, knowledgeable and friendly captain (thanks, Jesse!). Great center console boat comfortable to fish from and in great shape. And good boat snacks too. My kids now can't wait to go fishing again. read more

Wow!!!! What an amazing experience! Captain Travis and Andie treated us to an amazing sunset cruise. It has been the highlight of our trip. We were able to see giant turtles and flying fish, they kept great drinks coming and treated us to a delicious dinner. We had our 7 year old daughter and 4 adults, and they were sure to treat her with thoughtfulness - her dinner was catered to her as well as a selection of juices and chips. Well with the money. read more

The Ritz-Carlton and The Four Seasons recommended Mana Cruises to us, and we couldn't have been more thrilled to experience their beautiful yacht. We had booked a private charter, but unfortunately, we received a call from Ella (who is absolutely amazing). She informed us that they were waiting on a part to be replaced on the boat. Ella went above and beyond, working with other yacht companies to accommodate us and ensure I still had a yacht for my birthday. She even negotiated with other companies to secure a fair price for us. We originally chose Mana because of their competitive prices in Honolulu, and despite the situation, Ella managed to find us a beautiful yacht. She even arranged for a photographer to come along. To our surprise, we later learned that the photographer was actually the owner of Mana Cruises, who personally apologized to us for not being able to get on his boat. He also recommended we try a nearby restaurant for lunch called Han no Daidokoro, which was amazing--a solid 10/10. It's a Japanese BBQ spot, and reservations are a must since it's super popular. Next time we're in Waikiki, we'll definitely be choosing Mana Cruises! Their customer service is top-tier, and the owner takes phenomenal photos! read more

Amazing trip out with Mana Cruises!!! Would highly recommend!!! Team Brewski and Marco were the best!!' They took great care of us! read more

We had the pleasure of going on a 2 hour fishing charter and Jesse was an amazing captain. He treated Me, my Wife, my mother in law, and my 3 boys(age 6,8,10) with amazing attitude and charisma. We had such a fun time and i would highly recommend Mana Cruises to all! We will be sure to book again! read more

We did a chartered cruise while staying in Ko'olina many years ago, and this recent experience with MANA cruises was even better! The boat is beautiful and is stocked with beer, wine, champagne, soda, juices, water... We went out to the electric company where the water is warm and attracts a lot of fish. The sail out and back was pleasant with sun and cool breezes. Probably the BEST part of the cruise was the service. Captain Mateo and first mate Miranda treated us like we were royalty. They were attentive, pleasant, and made drinks for us the whole time. The cruise takes a maximum of six passengers (I think), so it's great for a small group/family. Five star service, five star boat, five star experience! read more

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This is one of the best experiences we have ever had on our trips to the island! We booked a trip with Capt Travis and Kavika (sorry if spelled that wrong) . First class service for sure! We had our own guide for snorkeling, run of the boat without other customers, good drinks and excellent conversation. We loved it so much that within minutes of walking onto the dock we booked again for the only open slot the next day! The second trip we had Capt Austin and Marco. Again absolutely perfect service! Both of them were very engaging and accommodating with excellent communication. Both trips we saw dolphins and turtles. Both snorkel trips we watched turtles rise for air. In the second trip dolphins even swam next to our group of four. If you and your family or group want to do a snorkel trip, THIS IS THE WAY TO GO! After years of paying to get my family on similar sized boats with much larger groups of other customers, I will be booking with Mana instead! As far as price point goes, if you have 5 or more people on the trip the cost is nearly the same as booking with the cattle car boats and yet you get first class service. WE WILL BE BACK!!! read more

Best excursion in Hawaii! Crew and catamaran were perfect. It's even a great time for someone with physical challenges. They are so helpful read more

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Captain Mark made the experience worthwhile and memorable. We originally booked a 2 hour cruise but ended up extending for 2 more hours. The kids had a great time fishing and caught a lot of reef fish using sabiki rigs. The boat had enough drinks and snacks for the entire family. Would definitely book MANA cruises again when we return to Hawai'i. read more

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An awesome way to see a great Hawaii sunset. Captain and crew were great, and they didn't blink at that goofiness of at least one of our party. If you are visiting Ko Olina I highly recommend it, and you may want to drive out from Honolulu then go to Roy's after. read more

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Had such an amazing time on our fishing charter. The skip was knowledgeable and taught our kiddos about the island, culture, local fish and animals. We saw seals, turtles, caught our own bait and hooked up several times. The boat was spacious and immaculately maintained. We already recommended to another fam at our hotel. Thank you for an amazing day. read more

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Our group of 4 friends chartered Mana's 2-hour catamaran sunset cruise out of Ko Olina. It was an amazing experience. Captain Tamiko and her first mate, Marco, were very experienced and professional. It was indescribably peaceful and beautiful sitting at the front of the vessel on the bean bags with Bob Marley playing on the background. read more

Our journey to get the private charter started some months back. I have mobility issues and am always researching everything I can about a trip or event. The staff and crew at Mana Cruises were some of the best I have ever worked with. A crew of three made sure I got on/off the boat in a safe manner. Back-office folks equally amazing and professional. 100% recommend, especially for mobility impaired people. read more

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First class all the way! My family of 9 took the private 3 hour sail and snorkeling trip and had a fabulous experience! The Captain Don and crew Tamiko were gracious and knowledgeable and treated the young children on board wonderfully! The Vessel was beautiful and overall one of the highlights of out vacation. I only wish we had booked a longer cruise. read more

Wow what an incredible experience! We booked a fishing trip for my son's birthday and we all had an incredible time. From the ease of booking online, to the clear instructions emailed to us about the trip, everything was extremely easy to plan. We were lucky to be paired with Captain Mark, who was extremely patient and knowledgeable about fishing! He shared a lot of great information and tips with us. After 25 minutes, we got the surprise of our life by catching a Marlin! Shortly after that, we caught a tuna as well (which was bitten as we were reeling it in)! We really enjoyed our experience and will absolutely book again! read more

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We have been on many snorkel cruises and MANA was by far superior to all!! We were so comfortable and had every need met with true Aloha spirit. The tasting (food) was delicious, fresh and plentiful. Our captain and mate were professional and kind and made sure we were pampered! And went out of their way to have us see whales!!! We will definitely be back on this cruise again!! Thank you!! read more

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The crew was pleasant and professional. The boat was clean and the cruise was amazing. I highly recommend this company.

We had such a wonderful time with Austin and Marco. The catamaran was incredibly clean and comfortable. The crew prepared an incredible lunch and Marco took our group snorkeling. We were able to see whales, dolphins, and several sea turtles. Overall it was one of the best experiences we have had! Would highly recommend and can't wait to come back and see these guys again! Thank you :) read more

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Amazing sunset cruise. The Captain & crew were so kind and attentive. The food was top notch and the views were incredible! The limited number of people means you won't be fighting for space. The boat is beautiful and so comfortable. Definitely the way to catch sunset when you are on Oahu. read more

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We had the most incredible time on the boat with Mateo and Brandon! Easily the best 3 hours of our trip! They did everything to make us happy and comfortable. Thanks boys! Cheers! read more

Aloha, Many Mahalos , to the crew of ManaCruises, fantastic Captain Mash! Very knowledgeable about his vessel, and Operational aspects as well. Safety was a very important factor. As with his first mate, MASA. Such a unique and memorable cruise on a beautifully well maintained vessel . And of course the crew was very versed on the area in which we cruised and beyond, I'm already planning my next cruise with ManaCruises. Mahalo Nui Loa J .Collum read more

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Highly recommend booking with MANA Cruise! The boat is so beautiful, clean, and spacious. Captain Austin and Marco provided great service. They were friendly, personable, and attentive to our needs. We were able to see dolphins and learn more about the island. The pupus & pineapples were also so fresh and delicious! Thank you, MANA Cruise, Austin and Marco! read more

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We had a private charter with captain Mark Riegel and first mate. Our kids had never been aboard a vessel and they had a blast!! My almost 5 year old son is raving about his fishing experience and my daughter is hooked on snorkeling. Thank you for making such a memorable experience for our family! read more

The boat was gorgeous and completely spotless! The crew was very skilled and exceptionally friendly. The food and beverages were first rate. The snorkeling location although very fun was a little mundane. We will defiantly be back. read more

Mana Cruises, Jacob, Ella, Matteo and Marco made a 2-hour sunset cruise an amazingly memorable experience for my family. Pre- cruise everything was communicated clearly with prompt follow up and upon boarding the safety and tour of the boat was great. The small group size made the experience very enjoyable and during our cruise Matteo and Marco were engaging and attentive to everyone's needs. We saw whales in the distance, and several large groups of dolphins! The pupu platter bites was perfect as we enjoyed the sunset and good company. The boat and amenities were clean and we will be recommending this outfit to anyone who is visiting KoOlina and Oahu. Wonderful evening on the water and mahalo! read more

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Fantastic snorkel tour over the holidays, the boat was beautiful and the snacks and drinks were great. Thank you Austin & Lindsey for an amazing time! We'll be back. read more

From start to finish the team we had did amazing! They were so welcoming and friendly that it felt like I've known them my whole life. I got sea sick (no fault to the cruise but I have a sensitive stomach), every single one of the crew members checked on me and offered ginger ale, ginger candies, and even aromatherapy. They take care of you like family. Despite being sick, I had a wonderful time and loved seeing my family enjoy themselves as well. We saw beautiful sea animals including dolphins. 10/10, Thank you MANA Cruises! :) read more

Amazing experience on the catamaran at Ko Olina. The vessel was luxurious and very well maintained, food and drink was excellent, and the crew Matteo & Kavika took very good care of my family. They were very patient with our kids who never snorkeled on open water or fished before. It was a picture perfect experience for the whole family. read more

Great staff, responsive, respectful and fun! Will definitely be booking another cruise in the future!

My family and I opted for the Sunset Snorkel and Tasting on the cruise boat, and the experience was absolutely stellar. Our captain and co-captain, M&M, Mateo and Masa, were the best! Our comfort was their top priority- ensuring we were safe, staying hydrated (with cocktails), and well fed. We appreciated that we were able to bring on board our own food, snacks and drinks. Masa prepared a delicious spread of ceviche, pork belly and katsu chicken bites, along with a salad. Other highlights: Booking was easy, they call the day before your cruise to confirm and answer questions. They provided towels, fins, and snorkels, as well. Don't hesitate to book an experience with Mana Cruises. They will not disappoint! read more

MANA Cruises & Charters - Salad, ceviche, chicken and pork belly prepared by Masa. We brought the poke. - Boat Tours Near Me - Kapolei, Hawaii

We had the most amazing time on our cruise. Austin and Natalie were fantastic hosts, the food was delicious, and it was so comfortable! I have been coming to Oahu for decades and this was by far the best sunset and the best cruise I have ever had! Thank you for a magical evening! read more

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Everything about the cruise was fantastic. The crew was very tentative to all of our needs and our lunch was fantastic. It was amazing that we got to see spinner dolphins multiple times jumping out of the water. We also were able to see sea turtles swimming all around. There was so much sea life to see when we were out in the boat. I definitely recommend anyone that lives in Hawaii or is coming to visit to get out on the boats. read more

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Rented a private charter(snorkel plus sunset) as a splurge for my wife's birthday and mana cruises blew us away in every way possible. Right from the moment we arrived at the dock captain daniel and Marco made us feel special and taken care of in every way possible. We had 2 elder people(one with some mobility issues) and a 5 year old child. Marco and Daniel ensured they all had a great time by helping them when moving around the boat. A special call out to captain Daniel who managed to convince our 5 year old to snorkel(her first time). He was amazing with my daughter and made her feel so comfortable in the water. Marco was a great host and also took us snorkeling by towing us to the good spots. I could go on and on but I have been on a few cruises at Hawaii and elsewhere but this was my best experience yet. If you're on the fence , just do it. read more

Love love love. Went as a family on the sunset cruise with my wife, 8 year old and 6 year old. Great crew and food. Can't recommend enough how special they make your trip. Thanks Captain Austin. read more

We saw whales and flying fish. The captain was informative and took us all over to find the whales.I would go again with this tour.

We went on a private morning snorkel trip with MANA and it was truly something we will never forget. The boat was amazing, the staff (Austin and Masa) were super helpful and engaging and truly made sure we had a great time. It was our kids' first time snorkeling (10 and 13 y/o) and they helped make sure they felt comfortable and safe. We saw spinner dolphins, a sea turtle, an octopus and several other sea creatures along the way. I can't recommend this company enough. A private trip isn't cheap, but it's something I can confidently say is worth the money. read more

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Aloha! Ella and Daniel, we would love for you to know that we had the best time sailing with you for three hours on Sunday, 7/3/2022. The mantra of that day was, "John got on the boat!" The word of mouth has spread that you are the most accommodating, attentive, considerate, and kindest people on Oahu. We could not stop talking about how you were there for all of us but especially for John. He had the best time, and I couldn't be happier for him. You made a wish come true for a mobility challenged person. We will be sure to let everyone know to book you to ensure they have a thrill of a lifetime. Have to mention we felt very safe and comfortable in that magnificent yacht. And the leis were a pleasant surprise for our 35th anniversary. Ella, you thought of everything! Mahalo for treating us like VIPs. You are the crème de la crème of sailing/cruising. John and Almie Patricio read more

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