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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Family-Friendly Marine Life Watch Cruise

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4.42 4.42 / 5

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Great boat trip

Reviewed by: Kerrie Duffy , 2022/05/29

Very reasonable priced glass bottom boat trip with a knowledgeable captain who told
great stories on the history of the area. His lovely wife even took a family photo for us with diamond head in the background.
We saw dolphins, turtles and lots of colourful fish.
The boat was clean and sanitised before we boarded. Free Water was provided and a toilet onboard.
Only negative is that It would have been wonderful if able to to go below deck to view under or From side viewing panels instead of Viewing down from the top.
I would recommend this trip for the views and experiences.

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Attended as:Families
Activity Date:2022/05/27
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Lots of fish

Reviewed by: Rbj, 2022/03/18

We had a very enjoyable trip near Waikiki to view fish and turtles. Our captain and guide were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They knew where to take us to look at the animals. They provided lots of information about the fish as well as the area near which they were found. They were also very helpful with taking pictures with great backgrounds. The timing was just about right--not too long bringing on boredom in younger patrons, and not too short with no opportunities to actually see the animals in their natural habitat. It was a good experience for our entire group.

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Attended as:Families
Activity Date:2022/03/16
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Veltra refund policy and refund method is poor Actual Experience with Glass bottom boat was better than expected!

Reviewed by: Vincent, 2021/05/23

Veltra’s refund policy for cancelling more than 24 hours is not as lenient as other booking sites. We did not see a direct way to ask for refund either.

Glass bottom boat was great! We went twice in a day.

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Attended as:Families
Activity Date:2021/05/21
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Good

Reviewed by: Ezinne , 2021/04/14

We saw more than we bargained. Dolphins and turtles

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Attended as:Solo Travelers
Activity Date:2021/04/12
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Good experience.

Reviewed by: Silas, 2020/12/25

Great experience. It is worth the price. I've never been the ocean that far away from shore.

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Attended as:Friends
Activity Date:2020/12/23
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Glass Bottom Boat.

Reviewed by: Rick, 2020/01/29

It was great. Saw lots of fish and a sea turtle. Was hoping to see a Whale, but they were gone on the day we went.

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2019/03/30
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Not quite

Reviewed by: Disappointed , 2020/01/20

Disappointed to not see any whales, dolphins, pretty marine fish. Captain should skip the corny puns. Beautiful boat ride but not as advertised.

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Attended as:Solo Travelers
Activity Date:2020/01/17
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Great tour!

Reviewed by: Erika , 2019/12/02

Friendly and knowledgeable staff and lots to see on this tour.

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Attended as:Solo Travelers
Activity Date:2019/10/16
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Awesome afternoon and the highlight of our trip

Reviewed by: Pally, 2019/09/04

The crew was sensational! I loved their friendliness, easy-going American attitude and care for their passengers.
We loved the afternoon and were fortunate to see some wildlife.
Highly recommended.

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Attended as:Families with Young Children
Activity Date:2019/09/01
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Not bad...

Reviewed by: Texas travler, 2019/08/02

Enjoyed everything we were treated fairly and felt welcome when we arrived..best deal in Honolulu if u just want to go for a short trip out along the shoreline of Waikiki and see some deep blue ocean water.. not bad for the price .

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2019/07/29
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Fun boat ride

Reviewed by: Katie, 2019/04/18

The guides were great and it was a casual relaxing boat ride with pretty views of Diamond Head and Waikiki. Didn’t get to see much but it was nice to be out on the water.

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2019/04/15
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Lots of fun.

Reviewed by: Beth, 2019/04/03

The entire family had a great time feeding the fish and spotting sea turtles.

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Attended as:Families
Activity Date:2019/03/30
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Great boat tour of Waikiki

Reviewed by: Arizona Mimi, 2019/03/25

The captain and tour guide were very friendly and informative. The view from the water was awesome. We saw a few fish and a turtle, which was great and unexpected. Just a very nice time out on the water.

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Attended as:Families
Activity Date:2019/03/20
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Amazing trip!

Reviewed by: Astrid, 2019/02/27

This boat trip was amazing! The captain was extremely knowledgeable and even looked out for dolphins and whales for us! We werent able to see any dolphins, but we were able to see a whale. We also saw some honu's, (green sea turtles) and some really cool fish. He also had a lot of great jokes, which made me smile! Well worth it!

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Attended as:Families
Activity Date:2019/02/24
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Extra Special!!

Reviewed by: LindaB, 2018/10/29

What a fabulous way to begin a vacation in Oahu! The Captain and Tour Director we’re knowledgeable, generous and entertaining. They made the first day of our vacation even more special than my husband and I imagined! Thank you!!

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2018/10/26
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We had a great time on the boat and both of the Capt. did a great job and talk about Hawaii.

Reviewed by: Roy Oliver, 2018/10/11

Outstanding, I will return to do it again with them.

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Attended as:Families with Young Children
Activity Date:2018/10/08
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It was fun

Reviewed by: Chelsey, 2018/10/04

Was expecting more glass, more drinking, and more swimming. But it was still a great time. The guides were great and knowledgeable. And we saw turtles!

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Attended as:Families with Young Children
Activity Date:2018/10/01
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Great day on the sea

Reviewed by: Danny, 2018/05/11

Had a great time. Crew were very friendly and very knowledgeable. I would recommend this experience to anyone. Laughed learned and had a wonderful time with my entire family.

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Aloha! Mahalo for the kind words! We're happy to hear you enjoyed your time out on the water and hope you'll visit again someday!

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Attended as:Families with Young Children
Activity Date:2018/05/08
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Amazing!

Reviewed by: A.S., 2018/05/08

The whole experience was fantastic...from the crew who were extremely helpful to the accommodations. Boat was new, not overcrowded. Ride went from the harbor to Diamond head. Saw turtles, fish and even a pod of dolphins. Captain provided good information. Definately recommend.

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Attended as:Families
Activity Date:2018/05/05
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Great experience

Reviewed by: Shiv, 2017/11/28

We are a family of 4 with a infant. Snorkeling was not an option but we wanted to see marine life. The boat was great, captain took the boat out gently; no turbulence, baby was happy. We got to see dolphins, turtles and schools of fish

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Attended as:Families with Young Children
Activity Date:2017/11/25
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Not happy :(

Reviewed by: Sabrina, 2017/11/21

Friendly Staff but not so much Animals to see :( I think on other Days it is better.

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2017/11/18
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Great!

Reviewed by: Jeremiah , 2017/10/28

Loved it! We saw turtles, dolphins, tons of fish and the wide open sea!

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Attended as:Families
Activity Date:2017/10/25
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Endless POG and Captain Clifton

Reviewed by: Jay, 2017/09/26

My boyfriend and I attended a morning cruise and it was an absolutely gorgeous day to set sail. Aside from the great weather and beautiful views, Captain Clifton (and his first mate) made the cruise even more enjoyable, with tons of informative facts and joke thrown into the mix. The boat was clean, the supply of drinks varied for adults and children and the day couldn't have been spent any better.

Thanks for the ride!

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2017/09/23
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Spectacular Views

Reviewed by: Sheena , 2017/08/16

Loved the view we had as the captain brought us closer to Diamondhead! Got to see honus and had tons of fun! Definitely recommend! :)

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Attended as:Families
Activity Date:2017/08/13
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Great family fun

Reviewed by: Brittany , 2017/08/09

We had a great time on the boat with our two kids and baby. They lived seeing the fish and turtles through the glass. The captain and his mate were very friendly. We would do this again!

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Attended as:Families with Young Children
Activity Date:2017/08/06
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Great bang for your buck

Reviewed by: Theresa, 2017/08/04

The glass bottom boat was a great experience that didnt break the bank. The tour guides were friendly, casual, and knowledgeable. Definitely recommended for a chill day out on the water.

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2017/08/01
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Great

Reviewed by: Mick o hara, 2017/06/16

It was a fantastic trip , the 2 tour guides were fantastic and knew what they were talking about , made me feel very comfortable and relaxed , I will definitely be back

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Attended as:Solo Travelers
Activity Date:2017/06/13
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Great

Reviewed by: Jade, 2016/12/17

The crew on this trip were excellent! We had the whole boat to ourselves. The captain of the boat went out of his way to show us everything we wanted to see. We saw turtles and also saw some dolphins
In the distance. The Crew were very knowledgable and made the experience very worthwhile! The captain knew a lot about the history of the island and talked us through it, throughout the ride. I would recommend this and will recommend this.
The boat ride was excellent! We really enjoyed the trip and this topped it off!
When we saw the dolphins the driver tried to get as close as possible to them before they swam off. The glass bottom allowed is
To see the Bottom of the ocean which was remarkable. The crew were very helpful and made the experience much better!
They pointed out turtles and dolphins, they explained the usual patterns and they gave us advice on what to see around the island and the best spots to visit.

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2016/11/22
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Great activity...but

Reviewed by: Rene', 2016/10/09

While the activity itself was good and the captain and crew were attentive....the travel arrangements were subpar and caused eight of us to squeeze into vehicles not meant to transport that many people. The other tour participants ranged from families with small children to young adults who called it a "booze cruise" .... I would suggest that the tours be advertised as either "family friendly" or a "party tour", which is one that freely hands out alcohol to young folks who are interested in partying. Having tours designated as such would allow the people seeking the particular type of activity to choose which tour to sign up for, the company can have it both ways. Overall, we enjoyed the activity ... Just not all of our fellow passengers.

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2016/09/30
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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise

Reviewed by: Simon, 2016/09/17

When we went on the Waikiki Glass Bottom tour in Hawaii for our 25th anniversary, we were greeted very warmly and we felt very welcomed. Although it was raining, we still felt comfortable because of the crew and were offered free drinks. During the boat ride, we saw coral, tropical fish, and even sea turtles! We took lots of pictures of the stunning scenery of Waikiki and the Diamond Head. The crew also explained the history of Waikiki and made the tour more interesting so that every moment was enjoyable. Next time we come to Hawaii, we will definitely be going on the tour again. We highly recommend this great vacation tour for anyone travelling with friends, family, or as a couple.

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Attended as:Couples
Activity Date:2016/09/14
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