Enjoy a 2-hour private charter for up to 6 with whale watching and snorkeling
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2 Hours
Up to 6 people
Snorkel gear, Light snacks, Drinks
Set out from Ko Olina Marina on a 2-hour private charter to watch for humpback whales and snorkel clear West Oahu waters. Enjoy an intimate experience for up to six guests with gear, drinks, and light snacks included.
Arrive 15 minutes before departure. All charters are barefoot; footwear may not be worn aboard. A Ko Olina Marina parking fee may apply. When booking, please include your accommodation address and the ages of all passengers in the notes section.
Cancel at least 48 hours before departure. No refunds within 48 hours. Cancellations due to illness or travel restrictions may be reviewed case by case by the operator. Charters may be cancelled at the captain's discretion before departure; a full refund will be provided.
Ko Olina Marina
MANA delivers exactly what couples and families are looking for in an Oahu boat experience: intimate, personalized adventures without the cruise ship crowds. The six-person max keeps things relaxed and special, whether you're fishing with complete novices, snorkeling with sea turtles, or watching the sunset from beanbag chairs on the bow. Captain Travis, Captain Mark, JJ, and the rotating crew of first mates like Taylor, Kawika, and Brendan get consistently praised for being knowledgeable without being stuffy. They're the type who'll whip up remedies for seasickness, patiently answer a chatty kid's hundredth question, and even help fillet your catch. The offerings span morning fishing charters (first-timers welcome), snorkeling excursions where you're likely to spot turtles and dolphins, and sunset dinner cruises that include surprisingly good food and drinks. Multiple reviewers specifically mention choosing this operation because they're experienced with kids, and the follow-through seems solid based on enthusiastic families booking repeat trips. The catamaran itself is spotless and comfortable with multiple lounging areas. It's worth noting that several people compare the value favorably to larger tour operators charging double for shared experiences. Ella handles booking communications and gets a shoutout for being responsive. The Ko Olina and Waikiki departure points serve different parts of the island, so check which works for your itinerary.
Fantastic dinner cruise, excellent company-the captain and first mate were friendly and kind, we had an outstanding time despite not having our "sea legs". The captain worked hard to make sure we had a comfortable trip- and the fact that it was limited to 3 couples made it easy for good conversation. Highly recommend doing this dinner cruise, the food was excellent as well.
Keegan Foreman
March 27, 2026
Fantastic dinner cruise, excellent company-the captain and first mate were friendly and kind, we had an outstanding time despite not having our "sea legs". The captain worked hard to make sure we had a comfortable trip- and the fact that it was limited to 3 couples made it easy for good conversation. Highly recommend doing this dinner cruise, the food was excellent as well.
Keegan Foreman
March 27, 2026