Sunset Dinner Cruises

There is no better way to enjoy an evening in Hawaii than on one of the best Oahu sunset dinner cruises. With a wide selection available and prices that will fit any budget, you will be sure to have an unforgettable Hawaiian evening. Take your pick from romantic dinner cruises perfect for newlyweds and anniversary celebrations, private dinner cruises in Honolulu from two guests or more that are great for groups of families and friends, and even casual Waikiki catamaran dinner cruises where you will enjoy the open air as you sail along the Oahu coastline. Take a look and explore the many different Waikiki and Ko Olina dinner cruise options that are available to you, and book your tickets today with HawaiiActivities.com.

• While all of the Oahu dinner cruise boats and catamarans will have some sort of indoor area, it is recommended that you bring a light jacket or sweater to wear once the sun goes down. While Hawaii is quite warm and temperate, it can become a bit chilly out on the water once the sun has set.
• Depending on the ocean conditions and the size of the boat used for your sunset dinner cruise in Honolulu and Ko Olina, it is recommended that you wear flats or low heeled shoes for your safety. Also be sure to double check if your boat is a "barefoot cruise" since these dinner cruises will require you to remove your shoes before boarding.
• Although there is no dress code for many of the island's sunset dinner cruises, most guests wear casual or aloha attire.
• The sunset dinner cruises on sailing catamarans will often have a lounging net to relax on during your tour. You might get splashed if you sit on the net, so be careful when you are in the area.
• Hold on tight! When you are cruising, keep on hand on the boat at all times to make sure you don’t slip and fall.
• If your tour is BYOB, many boats will not allow glass bottles, and it is safer to bring drinks that are in cans.
• It is customary to give the captain and crew a gratuity if you feel they did an excellent job, and cash tips are always appreciated.

Oahu dinner cruises depart from Waikiki, Downtown Honolulu, and Ko Olina, and depending on where you are staying on the island, the check-in location could be anywhere from a quick walk from your hotel to an hour long drive. Some tours also offer round-trip transportation that is either complimentary or available for a nominal fee.

For the dinner cruises that do not offer transportation near your hotel, you may want to choose an option that departs within walking distance or a reasonable rideshare or taxi ride. For guests staying in Waikiki and Ko Olina, there are options available for both resort and hotel areas.

Q: How long are Oahu sunset dinner cruises?
A: Depending on the selected tour, most Hawaii sunset dinner cruises are approximately two to three hours in duration.

Q: Are the sunset dinner cruises wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant?
A: Wheelchair accessibility for sunset dinner cruises on Oahu depend on the boat. Information regarding wheelchair accessibility is listed on each activity page.

Q: How much do sunset dinner cruises cost?
A: Sunset dinner cruises in Honolulu and Ko Olina range from $99.00 and up depending on the cruise and its inclusions.

Q: What should you wear on a Hawaii sunset dinner cruise?
A: Although there is no dress code, and it is recommended that you wear casual resort or aloha attire. A sunset dinner cruise is the perfect time to wear fun aloha and island wear!

Q: Are reservations required for sunset dinner cruises in Honolulu?
A: Dinner cruises are some of the most popular activities in Hawaii, and are often sold out. You should plan on making a reservation as soon as possible, but you are also welcome to contact us for last minute availability.

Q: What is the difference between a Waikiki cocktail cruise and a dinner cruise?
A: Dinner cruises normally serve a multi-course meal, and are about two to three hours long. These cruises will also often include live performances with music and dancing.

Cocktail cruises on the other hand will normally not have food included, although there are a few options that include light snacks and appetizers, and most cocktail sunset cruises are one to two hours in duration.