Overview
Exclusive private cruise for up to 20 guests on a 40 passenger catamaran boat ideal for parties and anniversaries.
An Impressive Swimming Experience with Wild Dolphins at the West Coast of Oahu.
Learning about the ecosystem of wild animals (dolphins, sea turtles, etc.).
Visiting natural, cultural and historical sites in Hawaii (Waianae Mountains, etc.).
Includes snack and drinks and you can bring your own alcohols and food.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- We have snorkel gear on the boat for you, but if you have your own snorkel, mask and fins, please bring them.
- Gratuities
- Optional shuttle services $ 30 P / P
Meeting and Pickup
85-491 Farrington Highway
Waianae, HI 96792, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Exclusive private cruise for up to 20 guests on a 40 passenger catamaran boat on the beautiful west side of Oahu.
Great for parties and anniversaries!
Cruise the beautiful West Coast of O’ahu, searching for wild dolphins.
Enjoy this comfortable and smooth ride on our two hull catamaran, for a breathtaking view of the ocean and the mountains.
In the clear waters of West Oahu, find the wild dolphins pods swimming gracefully in small or large groups. Always remember to keep a distance from the wild dolphins as you enjoy seeing them in the wild, you can also enjoy look forward to seeing for Hawaiian green turtles, tropical island fish and other rare wild sea creatures. And during the winter months you have the amazing opportunity to watch the humpback whales playfully swim along O'ahu's awesome West Coast.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We will serve water, drinks and light snacks only, so please bring your own food and non alcohol on board as needed.
- Please note that BANANAs are prohibited on the boat due to Hawaiian superstitions. It will bring bad luck.
- We have snorkel gear on the boat for you, but if you have your own snorkel, mask and fins, please bring them.
- Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we are not able to operate shuttle services at full capacity. Therefore, shuttle services are optional an additional charge of $ 30 per person at the moment. Please request shuttle services upon reservation if required
- You may NOT leave behind your personal belongings on the shuttle bus during the tour, so please only what is necessary and only to bring on a boat.
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-301207P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Private Cruise Swim with Dolphin. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
- Bottled water.
- We have snorkel gear on the boat for you, but if you have your own snorkel, mask and fins, please bring them.
- Gratuities.
- Optional shuttle services $ 30 P / P.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Cruise Swim with Dolphin is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Cruise Swim with Dolphin will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
- Bottled water
- We have snorkel gear on the boat for you, but if you have your own snorkel, mask and fins, please bring them.
- Gratuities
- Optional shuttle services $ 30 P / P
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We will serve water, drinks and light snacks only, so please bring your own food and non alcohol on board as needed.
- Please note that BANANAs are prohibited on the boat due to Hawaiian superstitions. It will bring bad luck.
- We have snorkel gear on the boat for you, but if you have your own snorkel, mask and fins, please bring them.
- Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we are not able to operate shuttle services at full capacity. Therefore, shuttle services are optional an additional charge of $ 30 per person at the moment. Please request shuttle services upon reservation if required
- You may NOT leave behind your personal belongings on the shuttle bus during the tour, so please only what is necessary and only to bring on a boat.
