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    4.8 (166 reviews)
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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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    Amazing view, service and drinks! We were a large group and they were very accommodating of us and our needs!

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    We loved our sunset sail and the boat is beautiful. Definitely going to go again and take some more family.

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    Fun and unique birthday activity to do. The crew were so friendly, views were insane, and drinks were strong!

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    Great experience! The staff is super friendly and the views are beautiful. Great and affordable drinks too.

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    I truly great experience with a very friendly crew. Could've asked for a better two hours.

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    Great time and staff! Recommend for every trip to see all of Waikiki! Excellent drinks as well!

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    Super fun time! Great views. Good vibes. Awesome staff is super attentive and friendly!

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    The best time with the best staff! I loved the sunset cruise with my sister! It was a blast!

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    Hawaii Nautical - Waikiki

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    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!

    We did the snorkeling tour and our crew was Captain Topher, Greta and Kelsea. They were AMAZING!!…read moreThe whole experience was top notch. Girl power on the deck was awesome to watch and we had the best time. Totally recommend!!

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    4.9
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    The ocean is calling ( in Moana voice ) ! This was such an…read moreincredible sunset cruise. The staff was absolutely amazing , especially Milea who was like a real life Moana on the boat ! Her energy was so vibrant and her and the other 2 really ensured safety but also a good time while out on the ocean. I booked this after searching for something to do during the evening that didn't involve driving or sitting at a bar. You meet the crew at dukes on the beach and then you sign in to get on board . While on the boat there is unlimited alcoholic beverages and non for everyone to enjoy and a DJ. This was truly amazing and I've done several through out my travels !

    We had the best time on this snorkel tour! From the moment we got out on the water, everything felt…read moreeasy, organized, and fun. The crew was super friendly and made sure everyone felt comfortable, whether it was your first time snorkeling or you've done it before. The highlight was definitely the marine life. We saw sea turtles swimming right below us, an octopus tucked into the reef, and so many colorful fish it honestly felt like being inside an aquarium. The water was crystal clear, and the guides were great about pointing things out that we would have totally missed on our own. You can tell they really care about the ocean and keeping everything respectful and safe, which made the whole experience even better. If you're in Hawaii and thinking about doing a snorkel tour, don't even think twice about this one. 10/10 experience and one of the best parts of our trip

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