About Ocean Joy Cruises – Morning Calm & Afternoon Adventure Cruises
Step aboard a roomy catamaran and trace Oahu's wild west shoreline where rugged sea cliffs meet endless blue water. Friendly crew point out spinner dolphins that love to leap beside the hull and, in winter, humpback whales that surface for breath. Cameras ready—every mile delivers a postcard view.
After a breezy ride you drop anchor near the Ka'ena cliffs, a spot reachable only by boat or a long hike. Slip into warm, clear water and drift above healthy coral heads visited by clouds of butterflyfish and parrotfish. If you are new to snorkeling, the crew offers patient instruction before you explore.
Choose the calm morning departure for glassy seas lit by soft sun, or the afternoon cruise when trade winds add a playful chop and shadows race across the reef. Between swims you can rinse off under freshwater showers, relax in a spacious cabin or grab a cold drink while stories of local history fill the air.
Tour Highlights
- Snorkeling cruise along Oahu's scenic west shore
- Select the Morning Calm Cruise or the Afternoon Adventure Cruise
- Swim and snorkel in the clear blue water of Makua
- See untouched coral reefs and bright tropical fish
- Super-clean, very spacious changing rooms and restrooms
- Six warm freshwater showers
- Spacious, comfortable cabin
- No more than 12 passengers per crew member for personal attention
Tour Inclusions
- High-grade snorkeling gear with optical lenses, soft silicone seals and padded split-fins
- Instructional guidance for beginners
- Bottled water, juices, soft drinks and up to 4 alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, margaritas and Mai Tais)
Lunch
- Hawaiian-style teriyaki chicken
- Kalua pig (pulled pork)
- Fresh garden green salad with house En Fuego dressing
- Steamed white rice
- Fresh chopped pineapple
- Fresh taro buns
- Warm Hawaiian Poi Bread Pudding with Macadamia Sauce
- Unlimited Non-Alcoholic Drinks (Beverages include water, juices and soft drinks)
- Alcoholic Drinks (Limit 4 per adult – alcoholic beverages include beer, wine, mai tais and margaritas)
Vegetarian and gluten-free meals can be prepared using the existing menu items.
Activity Notes
Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Inclusions
- Restroom on board
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can accept collapsible wheelchairs and small umbrella strollers but they will be stored at the marina during the cruise.
- Wheelchair guests must be able to walk up a short flight of steps onto the bus and boat.
- If you need transportation, please ensure you choose the tour option with transportation added.
- FOOD Indulge yourself with our delicious Hawaiian-style meal: Hawaiian-style teriyaki chicken kalua pig (pulled pork) fresh garden green salad with house En Fuego dressing steamed white rice fresh chopped pineapple fresh taro buns Warm Hawaiian Poi Bread Pudding w/ Macadamia Sauce DRINKS Quench your thirst with our wide assortment of beverage choices: Unlimited Non-Alcoholic Drinks (Beverages include water, juices, and soft drinks.) SPECIAL REQUESTS Guests may prepare vegetarian or gluten-free meals from the existing options.
Meeting & Check-in
- Meeting point: Please meet us behind the Ko Olina Marina Adventure Center (store is currently closed). Our waiting area is oceanside, underneath the umbrellas to the left behind the Center. Our manager on duty will greet you and check you in for our tour there!
- Pickup: Pickup is available, or meet at the designated start point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Vendor
This activity is operated by Ocean Joy Cruises.
