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    Erika U.

    Easy check in process, beautiful view, fairly priced drinks, friendly staff, no complaints. I would sail with Moana again. Lots of photo opportunities and areas to sit.

    Pete S.

    We booked the two hour Waikiki Swim and Sail Cocktail Cruise. The captain and crew were amazing! Sailing along the coastline with Diamond Head as your backdrop with a drink in hand. What's not to love? If you get hot, you can cool off right in the ocean. Our experience was definitely one of the big highlights to our trip! Good vibes all around. Mahalo Moana Sailing Company!

    Jacquline C.

    This touring company was very fun, relaxing and overall such an incredible experience. Energetic and kind staff are all aboard to serve you and help you with whatever you may need. I also wanted to point out that prior to this there was an error in booking w/o being notified about the cancellation but all is well and we understand that it can happen. With that being said, Jenna did an amazing job on helping us get back in schedule asap! :) I appreciated the quick recovery and was welcomed to the option of a full refund or an upgrade to the sunset cruise instead. Ofc it was an easy choice since I've been dying to check this place out anyway. Will definitely need to come back!

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    Heidi K.

    The sunset cruise with Moana Sailing was amazing! The vibe this crew created is second to none! It is a must-do when visiting Waikiki!! Thank you Moana Sailing for making this experience so memorable!

    We had the best experience with Moana Sailing! The views, the service, the experience.. all 5/5 stars! We loved everything about the overall experience, but mostly that the crew was made up of all women. Will recommend Moana Sailing to everyone coming to Oahu!

    Went for a sunset sail Monday Jan 18th and it was a wonderful experience. We both ordered Mai Tai for complimentary drinks and it was good. We had 6 whale sightings and everyone was excited Beautiful sunset The instructions and team work was phenomenal Will go again!

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    Tiffany Y.

    When you have a national weather alert on your phone in the morning and you have a scheduled event in the afternoon, you'll get initially worried. My daughter-in-law confirmed with Moana Sailing it was still a go, so my husband and I trusted Moana Sailing especially when we love to fish (even though this wasn't a fishing excursion) in the rain while in Alaska. Location is easy to find. They're located in the back at Pier D in the Kewalo Basin area. Prior to boarding, we were greeted and signed a waiver. Once boarded, Bella introduced herself along with the rest of the crew who were also lifeguards and went over safety rules. Very efficient, friendly and engaging. When we anchored, they were all situated to watch everyone as we swam around. (Note: They have floaties and life vests for use) You're able to bring food but they also have a bar for non-alcoholic or alcoholic drinks (the prices were pretty reasonable for a charter company). The weather conditions were great despite 80% cloud cover because the Sun did come out! The sailing back to the pier was peaceful. Overall, great experience for anyone looking for a reasonable priced water activity to do while visiting or doing a staycation "playing tourist". Highly recommended

    Fernessa U.

    Booked this tour on the Chase Portal website & had no problems! We booked the 5pm sunset tour and made sure to get there a little early so we had time to find and walk to the correct pier. The staff collected our shoes before boarding and locked them up to keep them safe. the boat is big enough to allow all passengers to walk around comfortably, and had lots of seating available too! the bathroom on deck was comfortable and clean. there was also netting near the front of the ship that you can sit on. the drinks were fine- the first drink was complimentary and the rest were $8. the crew was quick with taking drink orders, helped take pictures of their guests, played great music, and made the experience nice and fun. we even came across some dolphins on our tour!! the boat drives towards Diamond Head which allows you to get a gorgeous view of Waikiki. This was a wonderful experience- i'd be happy to book again in the future. note: if you're sitting at the front of the boat, be ready to get soaked by the ocean at some point!

    Austin B.

    Wonderful snorkeling experience. Early morning adventure was wonderful with lots of sea life activity. Turtles and schools of beautiful fish sound you. Small crew was amazing, full of life and very upbeat. Great music, small group and very laid back. Would definitely recommend.

    Guadalupe D.

    Moana sailing was a beautiful experience, definitely recommend saw sea turtles , rays & tons of fishies and even spotted some dolphins on the way back Everyone was really nice, helpful & attentive ...had an amazing time celebrating my birthday here today !

    Emily P.

    We had some visitors come in from out of town and thought they'd love to do something fun and a little touristy. We were originally looking at the cruises with an open bar, but this tour allowed us to swim for a bit longer and had drinks for sale on the ship too. Drinks were like $8 and did the trick. It's bring your own food, so bring snacks if you'd like. The captain was very friendly as well as the two girls on staff. Heads up, on the initial ride to the swimming location, the boat goes very quickly, so there are large sprays that will completely soak you if you are in the benches in the front. On the way back, we made sure not to sit in the front as we wanted to ensure we were dry by the time we got back. To our surprise, we took a leisurely stroll back to the harbor, with no one sitting in the front even getting a splash of water on them. Goggles are allowed, but not snorkel masks, or any goggles that cover the nose.

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    Alicia T.

    Amazing!!!!! This is by far a 10/10 adventure! We went on the sunset cruise and couldn't be happier with our trip! This company is so friendly, professional, and made it a clear point that everyone enjoyed the trip! Their attention to families with drinks and photos made it possible to just enjoy the scenery and views! I would recommend this company over all others. In fact, we are coming back the next day for the turtle snorkeling adventure with them!

    Catamaran seating area (front of the boat)
    Jenna H.

    This experience was the highlight of our trip! Our group on the boat was small (about 9 guests and 4 crew) for about 2 1/2 hours and it was perfect for us! We travelled to our destination where turtles go for feeding and cleaning (I can't remember the name). When we got there, there are about 5-6 other company sailing boats in this spot so be prepared!! When we got to the destination, they gave us a brief overview and rules/regulations! They provide you with a floatie that you have around your waist, snorkel gear (mask + fins), and amazing guides in the water. If you aren't a great swimmer or want some guidance, the guides are in the water with you and can guide you to make it comfortable! If you never snorkeled before, they can help teach you how to use it! My fiancé and I were regular swimmers so we felt comfortable exploring around the area! We saw so many amazing fish and turtles!! It was super neat to see a turtle at a safe distance and look at the beautiful coral below! I honestly could have been in the water all day watching the turtles! Our guides helped find turtles and cool things in the water to check out (we even saw a puffer-fish)! After maybe 2 hours snorkeling, our guides took the catamaran out more for us to explore the ocean and relax! We saw amazing coral and reefs and even saw some dolphins!!! They gave us a free drink on the house which was really sweet of them as well! We honestly had a blast and never wanted to leave! The guides made the trip even sweeter by their amazing service! I had to share with the community how awesome these 4 ladies were and this company!!

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    Incredible sunset cruise. Worth every penny. The crew was amazing. I would book again.

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    So much fun! GREAT drinks and even better crew! Highly recommend :) don't think twice - just do it!

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    Amazing experience! Great crew. Amazing ride. Fun snorkeling. Was the highlight of my Hawaii trip.

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    The crew was kind, funny, and attentive! I thoroughly enjoyed the trip and highly recommend to anyone looking for a sunset catamaran cruise!

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    MANA sunset cruise from Ko Olina - the absolute highlight of our trip!!!…read more 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.

    We were so very pleased with our experience with Mana cruises and charter, from the first person…read morewho took our call to the captain of the boat. Everyone was so friendly and professional and kind. The boat is absolutely beautiful and it was perfect for our family who chartered it in order to do an ash scattering. The weather was gorgeous and we even got to see some dolphins on our way back. Overall, it was a perfect experience and I'll definitely recommend them to anyone who would love to splurge a bit and go out on the water in a beautiful boat. I hope to someday get to rent with them again.

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    We had a fantastic time exploring and playing. We had so much fun doing water activities and…read moreviewing underwater creatures. Captain and the crew were very attentive and ensured safety. They ensured everyone got to see turtles and in fact they headed a participant back just when we were being called back to the boat after discovering he didn't get to see turtles. There was plenty of snacks and drinks. Gears were complete - eye gear (with or without prescription which was helpful to those who wear glasses), and mouth pieces. The attention to detail was superb and attention to safety and ensuring everyone had fun was commendable!

    We booked this Kaneohe Sandbar snorkeling tour after seeing many reviews describe it as…read morebeginner-friendly. As first-time snorkelers traveling with a child, our experience did not align with those expectations. Equipment distribution was poorly handled. Masks were handed out with little to no instruction, and basic questions were met with a rude and dismissive attitude. Overall communication and service were lacking. Once in the water, guidance was minimal and inconsistent. The experience felt rushed and disorganized, with limited support for guests who were new to snorkeling. The tone and treatment we received also made us uncomfortable as Asian guests. After sharing feedback, the company clarified in writing that they do NOT advertise or position this as a beginner-friendly snorkeling tour. Based on both that clarification and our experience, I would strongly recommend that beginners or families looking for clear instruction and attentive guidance consider other operators. Sharing this to help future guests set accurate expectations before booking.

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