Mo is a total girl boss and little dog was the best co-captain. such a fun little sunset swim.read more

the crew was great the boat was great but Groupon and pink sails don't talk very well together. I…read morecanceled three tickets with groupon and pink sails would not even think about reimbursing the amount of the three tickets so moral of the story be very careful with ordering.

I like to find an adventurous thing to do for each decade of my birthday. In my 20's it was…read moreskydiving, and my 30's, it's shark diving. I had such a fun experience with Ocean Outfitters! We lucked out with perfect wind, water, and sky conditions, which made the whole trip incredible. The ride out was 10-15 min? Getting into the water was easy. Water was great! Though there weren't many, we did manage to dive next to a Galapagos shark, a jellyfish, turtle, and eagle ray (this guy was in port tho). Lilly and the entire team were so helpful and accommodating the whole time. They were fantastic about answering all of our questions and really made the process of getting in and out of the boat less stressful. I will say: you will need to have decent strength to hoist yourself out of the water from a small solo step on the boat (they help but keep in mind for my fellow limited bodied folks). On windier conditions, you will have to be a decent swimmer, too. So those not familiar with the ocean, practice at like Waikiki or hanauma bay first. We had someone swallow water on our boat and we had calmer conditions, too. I honestly wish we could have been in the water for longer, but I'm just looking at it as a great excuse to book another trip and head out again! My favorite part was actually the ride back in: the crew picked up some speed and took some fun turns, which I really enjoyed. Everything was set up to be convenient, too. They provided all the snorkel gear, including flippers and masks, and there is a cubby under the seat to keep your items safe, dry, and out of the way. Parking is readily available, so you don't have to worry about that. Just a heads up on the media side of things: they do offer professional photo packages, which run about $80 to $100. You are allowed to bring your own GoPro, but they are pretty specific about which models you can bring due to concerns about radio wave interference, so it's worth double-checking with them beforehand. Overall, it was a fantastic day out on the water with a good crew.

We had an epic time exploring and seeing different kinds of sharks…read more We felt safe the entire time. We got the help we needed when our hears needed replacement. We had floats until we were comfortable enough to let go. Crew was fantastic! They offer photos and videos with sharks to purchase.

Such a unique experience to leisurely sail the southern coast of Oahu during sunset with 12 of our…read morefriends. The crew is experienced yet laid back - they let you hang out pretty much anywhere on the boat you like. Affordably priced, I'd recommend reserving in advance.

Amazing captain and crew onboard a beautiful sailboat! We had fantastic conditions with an amazing…read morejourney around Waikiki and diamond head. Sail from Ala Wai harbor. Convenient and free parking at Ala Moana Beach Park. Facilities on board as well. Highly recommended!

Absolutely the best adventure on Oahu ever! Don't think just book it! This was insanely cool.read more

Forrest is absolutely incredible. My boyfriend (now fiancé) booked a sunset cruise with Oahu Ocean…read moreAventures and it was absolutely perfect. Forrest and Tyler made our night so special and helped coordinate my proposal!! Every detail was thought out and it was the most perfect evening. I can't thank them enough and I highly recommend you book with them. Forrest will work with you on a custom itinerary and he sails to other islands too, so what are you waiting for?!

We had the best experience on the sunset cruise with Captain Krash and Lucy! Couldn't have asked…read morefor a better time. The snacks & drinks were a very welcomed and appreciated suprise as well!

I was so surprised how much I enjoyed this excursion! I live in Hawaii but I wanted to do something…read morenew when my son was with me. We ha d a great time with the captain and the ladies who worked there. Outgoing personality and the best part was the dog named Sushi! We were extremely lucky to see some dolphins on our way back and they swam so close to us! We saw some turtles when we went swimming but I have to say that it was sort of crowded with the other boats around. It was difficult to really swim around with so many people. Other than that, we saw a few honu's and enjoyed the lovely swim! Highly recommend this excursion!

WOW! What an amazing…read moreday we had with Kim and the crew, THANKYOU SOOO much ! Your friendly approach, hospitality, yacht, sailing, itinerary and catering were excellent! We greatly appreciate the personal touches and making this an amazing birthday for our mother. We look forward to contacting you for our next sailing adventures!

We had the most memorable family sailing trip on the Blaze II. Weather and water conditions were…read moreperfect, and it was obvious that Capt Kim and Capt Taylor truly cared about our making this the best experience for our family of 12. Within the first 2 hours on the water, the kids counted more than 40 whale sightings, which included mama whales and calves, lots of tail and fin slapping, and a couple of breaches. Snorkeling conditions weren't great, but we had plenty to do: the kids loved jumping off the boat, the raft with a pool in the middle, kayaks, and fishing for Ono. This trip was a reschedule because we were originally booked when the Lahaina fires occurred, but Jerry and everyone on his team were communicative and flexible with arranging new dates. This was a bit of a splurge for us, they only do private charters, but worth every penny because all 12 of us agree that this day of sailing was the highlight of our vacation.

Absolutely 10/10 experience. This is my second time coming with the company and it was…read moreunforgettable. I have seen sand bar sharks, Galapagos sharks and even a pregnant tiger shark! I've never felt so safe in open water but the people who run the dives do an amazing job at educating & making sure everyone in their group feels safe. They go the extra miles to ensure an amazing experience and I am so beyond grateful to experience something so beautiful. If you are interested or even slightly hesitating this is your sign to DO IT!!

Island View Hawaii is a small well run outfit! I booked it through a 3rd party but the conversation…read morebetween Island view and myself was perfect to the night before! I truly appreciated the background education on sharks and the how tos for all the participants! Safety was their top priority! They provided the mask, snorkel, fins and flotation devices if needed. They also took photos and we were hands free without having to worry!!!I would definitely go out with them again when we are back on the island!

Second time doing this sunset cruise and it's been amazing both times. Such a fun way to be out on…read morethe water in Waikīkī! Some logistics to know about: you can get validated parking at the Embassy Suites for $15 (4 hours). If you want free street parking, you'll need to come much earlier and give yourself extra time to get to check-in. Check-in itself is super easy annd it's inside the Outrigger near Monkeypod. The staff is genuinely kind and welcoming from the start. They give a quick safety talk and then walk you down to the boat You'll step into the water to board and you're not allowed to wear shoes, so honestly don't even bother bringing any. It's a catamaran with nets to sit on (my favorite spot) plus regular seating and plenty of space to move around. Unlimited drinks are included and the crew constantly checks in to see if you need anything. Both times I've gone we've seen whales, which feels so special! It is definitely choppy so if you get seasick easily this might not be your move. If you're a water baby though, you'll thoroughly enjoy this experience! It also gets windy, so bring a jacket. If you love being on the water, sunsets, and a fun but relaxed vibe, this is such a good option. Highly recommend!

Awesome cruise. Worth the money! Their special hooch drink was really good (and strong). Maybe not…read morethe best if you have kids since the open bar is, in my opinion, what this cruise is all about compared to others!