Lokahi Cruises offers private sailing charters aboard a beautiful 44-foot catamaran on the iconic waters of Waikiki. Designed for small groups of up to 12 guests, each cruise feels personal, relaxed, and memorable, whether you are...
Lokahi Cruises offers private sailing charters aboard a beautiful 44-foot catamaran on the iconic waters of Waikiki. Designed for small groups of up to 12 guests, each cruise feels personal, relaxed, and memorable, whether you are...
Captain Will, Justin, and the rest of the crew consistently earn glowing praise for their warmth, professionalism, and genuine care for guests. Reviewers repeatedly highlight how knowledgeable the team is about Hawaiian waters, marine life, and local spots, which adds real depth to the experience beyond just time on the water. The catamaran itself gets high marks too, described as spacious, immaculate, and well-equipped with comfortable seating, hammocks, and a full kitchen. What stands out across reviews is the crew's ability to tailor experiences to what guests actually want, whether that's a seven-day inter-island sailing adventure, a fishing trip with a fresh catch grilled on board, or a meaningful private charter for a memorial service. Food is frequently called out as a highlight, with locally sourced meals and cocktails adding a polished touch. The overall vibe is relaxed but attentive, and multiple reviewers mention they booked again or are actively planning to return, which says a lot.
The perfect choice for our “bucket list” trip! The 44 foot catamaran and two man crew provided a tailored, 5-star, multi-day charter experience. My buddy and I had been talking about a sailing trip for years. Most charter companies were not offering multi-day trips. And many of the ones that did seemed less than interested in actual sailing. Captain Will and First Mate Justin at Lokahi Luxury Cruises worked with us to plan a seven day inter-island Hawaiian cruise tailored to our specific requests. They were very friendly and knowledgeable about the islands. Pro Tip: Unless you want to roll the dice on a very rough full day crossing from Oahu to Lanai, take their advice to start your trip in Maui. That up wind crossing was pretty brutal for us. Snorkeling was a top priority for us so we often enjoyed two different locations per day. In addition to a wide variety of fish, we also swam with sea turtles, eagle rays, and even a monk seal! Along the way, Will and Justin showed us beautiful sites and spotted whales for us to see while traversing open waters between islands. Although we were a bit unlucky with getting consistent winds strong enough for using the sails, we were able to sail two different days for more than an hour each time. As we requested, every day they prepared breakfast (like eggs, bacon, fresh fruit, etc), lunch (like sandwiches), and dinner (like ribeye steaks, pasta, chicken, burgers, and meatballs). We even had delicious fresh fish they prepared after catching it earlier that day. And of course, they took care of all the cleanup after meals. Also, there were plenty of snacks available throughout the day. The spacious boat with private cabins and bathrooms was well maintained and comfortable. At seven years old, it is not pristine but Will and Justin did all the right things to ensure our experience was fantastic. Lokahi Cruises should be top of the list when looking for a first-class charter experience.
Tom Scheifler
October 22, 2025
The perfect choice for our “bucket list” trip! The 44 foot catamaran and two man crew provided a tailored, 5-star, multi-day charter experience. My buddy and I had been talking about a sailing trip for years. Most charter companies were not offering multi-day trips. And many of the ones that did seemed less than interested in actual sailing. Captain Will and First Mate Justin at Lokahi Luxury Cruises worked with us to plan a seven day inter-island Hawaiian cruise tailored to our specific requests. They were very friendly and knowledgeable about the islands. Pro Tip: Unless you want to roll the dice on a very rough full day crossing from Oahu to Lanai, take their advice to start your trip in Maui. That up wind crossing was pretty brutal for us. Snorkeling was a top priority for us so we often enjoyed two different locations per day. In addition to a wide variety of fish, we also swam with sea turtles, eagle rays, and even a monk seal! Along the way, Will and Justin showed us beautiful sites and spotted whales for us to see while traversing open waters between islands. Although we were a bit unlucky with getting consistent winds strong enough for using the sails, we were able to sail two different days for more than an hour each time. As we requested, every day they prepared breakfast (like eggs, bacon, fresh fruit, etc), lunch (like sandwiches), and dinner (like ribeye steaks, pasta, chicken, burgers, and meatballs). We even had delicious fresh fish they prepared after catching it earlier that day. And of course, they took care of all the cleanup after meals. Also, there were plenty of snacks available throughout the day. The spacious boat with private cabins and bathrooms was well maintained and comfortable. At seven years old, it is not pristine but Will and Justin did all the right things to ensure our experience was fantastic. Lokahi Cruises should be top of the list when looking for a first-class charter experience.
Tom Scheifler
October 22, 2025