Oahu Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

The crew took excellent care of us. The small and private experience provided a more intimate setting, allowing for more personalized attention. We had the opportunity to see dolphins and even go snorkeling. The experience was highly customizable, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a private and memorable adventure.

Upon booking, I noticed a disclaimer that said:“Parents/Guardians, please note: while we are an all-ages experience, guests are advised that we are a bar with what can be a party atmosphere. We are not responsible for the actions or expressions of other guests on board.”As a parent traveling with four kids, I was a little concerned at first. However, I decided to go ahead with the booking because of the cost, free drinks snorkeling activities offered, and I’m so glad I did.Our excursion was very relaxed. There were no rowdy guests or inappropriate behavior, and the crew didn’t encourage any kind of party atmosphere. If you’re worried like I was, I’d say it’s simply a general disclaimer rather than a reflection of what you’ll necessarily experience.One thing I was especially glad about was not booking one of the large catamaran cruises with the inflatable water slides and trampoline. Before the trip, I had seriously considered it because it looked like a lot of fun. But while we were out on the ocean, I actually saw one of those boats, and it looked absolutely packed—there had to be close to a hundred people on board.In that moment, I knew I had made the right decision. The smaller catamaran we chose was much more peaceful, with fewer people, plenty of room to relax, and a laid-back atmosphere. Instead of feeling crowded or rushed, we were able to truly enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian scenery, the ocean breeze, and the experience itself. For me, that’s exactly what a vacation should be—relaxing, not hectic—and I’m so thankful we chose the quieter option.My kids all said this was one of their favorite activities of our trip! The snorkeling equipment was clean and sanitized, and the crew did an excellent job making sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. They even gave a thorough demonstration for beginners, which made the experience much less intimidating.We were lucky enough to see sea turtles, big fish, and coral reefs while snorkeling. But surprisingly, my kids’ favorite part wasn’t even the snorkeling—it was relaxing on the catamaran’s netting while the waves splashed up underneath them. They said it felt like an ocean water park ride and couldn’t stop laughing the entire time.This excursion created some of our favorite family memories from Hawaii, and I would absolutely recommend it to other families.

It was so much fun!! Amazing crew and we saw beautiful wildlife!! So crazy to see turtles and fish up close. We were also able to jump off the boat into the ocean. Unreal experience! 10/10

Diving off of the western shore of Oahu with Dive Oahu is the way to go. Conditions were perfect. Dive guide Jeff was amazing! Boat captain Adam was also amazing. Definitely would book this charter again if we had more time to dive before we leave. If you are looking for a great experience, use Dive Oahu.

So customized. Great experience. Captain and crew were perfect in the sense that the did theor job and we had quality family time. Pitty we could not snorkel due to climate. But we sailed woth music. Unforgetable

I have dozens and dozens of dives with Dive Oahu at this point! The crew is always kind and knowledgeable and funny, the boats are lovely, the dives are amazing. I can't recommend them enough!

Very good experience with Erik, Zac, and Isaiah. They made the trip so much fun and were very informative about the ocean and safety of all the gear. We saw turtles, dolphins, and fish. The drinks were amazing and the view was even better!

Mike and Kahi are a fantastic crew. We have been fishing with them before and enjoy there company, the care they give to the sea, the boat and us. The waters were very challenging this year with the amount of rain they received the weeks prior, but they worked the water and birds to help my son catch his first MahiMahi. We had a great day on the water and will absolutely reach out for a fishing trip next time we’re visiting Oahu.

Ian and Stone are fantastic and very knowledgeable. My family and I had a great time out on the water!

We did a private whale watching tour with Mana Cruises and had a fantastic experience. There were six of us, and JJ was our captain—he did an excellent job finding whales, especially considering it was toward the end of the whale season in Oahu. We were really grateful to still get such great sightings. JJ was knowledgeable, professional, and clearly knew where to look. The boat had water and juice available, but honestly, we didn’t even try the snacks because we were too busy watching for whales the entire time. Overall, a memorable experience and a great way to see whales up close in a more personal setting. Highly recommend Mana Cruises and JJ if you’re looking for a quality whale watching tour.

Such a great time, the yacht was perfect & the staff was very friendly. Would definitely book again !

Wonderful time had by all. Staff and management equally kind and professional. Entire experience was great no negatives.

What a fabulous cruise it was. The food was great. Captain Austin and Marco kept us entertained. The sunset cruise was amazing. To top of our cruise Austin and Marco caught their fish for Thanksgiving. Anyone not doing this cruise would be amiss of a spectacular ride in a catamaran which was immaculately clean and comfortable. Even drinks were non stop. Food was expertly created and served. Thank you Mana Cruise of Oahu.

Our guide Michael Water was excellent. Extremely knowledgeable about the entire Pearl Harbor sites. !!

Captain Chris and Ellie did a stellar job on a perfect evening cruise. We had tasty treats along the way and each guest group was able to take great family photos. I had a marvelous time! Aloha.

Great way to spend an afternoon relaxing. Well worth not being on a crowded boat with strangers. You decide where and when to go.