★★★★★ Bring Your Own & Watch the Sunset

Waikiki Sunset Cruise (BYOB)

A relaxed 90-minute sunset sail down the Waikiki coast toward Diamond Head, with the option to bring your own drinks aboard. Cruise a roomy double-decker boat with an open bow and a shaded upper deck, sip what you like, and watch the sky turn gold over the Pacific.

90 Minutes BYOB Option Ages 3 & Up Double-Decker Boat Kewalo Basin

From $49 per person · BYOB from $59

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What’s Included

  • 90-minute sunset sail toward Diamond Head
  • Complimentary sodas, juice, and water
  • Light snacks onboard
  • Spacious double-decker boat with a restroom
  • Open-air bow and shaded upper deck
  • BYOB option with an ice chest for your own drinks

Golden Hour on the Water, Your Way

There is no better way to end a day in Honolulu than out on the water, and this laid-back sunset sail lets you do it your way. Bring your own drinks with the BYOB option, or keep it simple with the complimentary sodas and snacks on the standard cruise. Either way, you get 90 minutes of gorgeous golden-hour scenery.

The roomy double-decker boat gives you an open-air bow for soaking up the breeze and a shaded upper deck when you want a break from the sun. As you cruise toward Diamond Head, keep an eye out for sea turtles and dolphins year-round, and humpback whales from December through April.

It is a family-friendly, easygoing sail that suits couples, friends, and groups alike. Grab your camera, settle in, and watch the Pacific sky put on a show.

Cruise Highlights

  • Golden-Hour Sunset: watch the sky shift from gold to pink over the Pacific.
  • BYOB Option: bring your own drinks in cans or plastic, an ice chest is provided.
  • Double-Decker Boat: open-air bow, shaded upper deck, and an onboard restroom.
  • Wildlife: sea turtles and dolphins year-round, whales from December to April.
  • Family Friendly: welcoming guests ages 3 and up.
  • Just 90 Minutes: an easy sail that fits any evening.

Your Time at a Glance

  • Check-InArrive at Kewalo Basin Harbor by 5:15 PM, about 15 minutes before departure, and load your drinks into the provided ice chest if you are going BYOB.
  • Cast OffWe set sail at 5:30 PM in summer (5:00 PM in winter) and cruise the Waikiki coast toward Diamond Head.
  • Golden HourWatch the sky change color, keep an eye out for turtles and dolphins, and enjoy a drink as the sun drops.
  • ReturnWe head back into Kewalo Basin around 7:00 PM after the sun sets.

Departure is 5:30 PM from April 1 to September 15 and 5:00 PM from September 16 to March 31. Times are approximate.

What to Bring & Wear

🍸Your Own Drinks (BYOB)
🧥Light Jacket
📷Camera
🗡Valid Photo ID
👓Sunglasses
💌Cash or Card

BYOB drinks must be in cans or plastic, no glass please. It can cool off once the sun sets, so bring a light layer. Guests bringing alcohol must be 21 or older with a valid photo ID.

Where to Meet Us

This cruise departs from Kewalo Basin Boat Harbor, 1125 Ala Moana Boulevard, Slip B-01, Honolulu, HI 96814. Onsite parking is available. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure to check in.

Good to Know

  • Family friendly: guests ages 3 and up are welcome aboard.
  • BYOB rules: cans or plastic only, no glass, and BYOB guests must be 21+ with a valid ID.
  • Seasonal times: departure shifts between 5:00 PM and 5:30 PM depending on the time of year.
  • Wildlife not guaranteed: turtles, dolphins, and seasonal whales are common but never promised.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between BYOB and standard?

On the standard cruise, complimentary sodas, juice, and water are included. With the BYOB option you can bring your own drinks in cans or plastic, and an ice chest is provided to keep them cold.

Can I bring glass bottles?

No. For safety, BYOB drinks must be in cans or plastic containers only. Guests bringing alcohol must be 21 or older with a valid photo ID.

What time does the cruise leave?

Departure is 5:30 PM from April through mid-September and 5:00 PM from mid-September through March. Please check in 15 minutes early.

Will we see wildlife?

Sea turtles and dolphins are spotted year-round, and humpback whales visit from December through April. Sightings are common but cannot be guaranteed.

Is it family friendly?

Yes. Guests ages 3 and up are welcome, making it a relaxed sunset option for families, couples, and groups.