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Makani Catamaran

Makani Catamaran

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Product Rating
 
4.2 stars
 (13 Ratings)
  • Not seasonal
  • No express entry
  • Good for families
  • Gift shop
  • No audio tour available
  • No guided tour available
  • Not historically significant
  • Parking available
  • Restaurant or snack bar
  • Restrooms
  • No elevators
  • No disabled access
  • Reservations are necessary

FREE Breakfast Sail or Afternoon Sail with the Go Oahu Card. Or take advantage of the special discounts listed below

Included Extras

  • $15 Waikiki’s Turtle Canyon Snorkel/Sail Combo with continental breakfast, snorkel gear, and two beverages with Go Oahu Card (regularly $55)

    $25 Hanauma Bay Snorkel/Sail Combo with transportation and two beverages with Go Oahu Card (regularly $55)

    $35 Honolulu City Lights Sunset Sail with appetizers and two beverages with the Go Oahu Card (regularly $45)

    $40 Friday Night Fireworks Cruise with appetizers and two beverages with the Go Oahu Card (regularly $55)

Description

Makani is Hawaii’s #1 sailing adventure! A world class sailing experience on Hawaiian waters awaits you aboard Makani Catamaran. Create memories as you sail along the shores of Oahu where we are often greeted by dolphins, flying fish, sea turtles, and whales (seasonal).

Makani has been certified by the U.S. Coast Guard as one of the safest in the United States. Makani offers a full bar, covered cabin seating area, Bose surround sound system, LCD TV, sunbathing net areas, and pilothouse seating. It is sure to be the highlight of your vacation!


Please be aware that included food in only available on the am breakfast sail. The afternoon sail has food and snacks available for purchase.

Note:

Additional offers for Go Oahu Card holders:

$15 Waikiki’s Turtle Canyon Snorkel/Sail Combo (includes continental breakfast, snorkel gear, and two beverages with Go Oahu Card)

$25 Hanauma Bay Snorkel/Sail Combo (includes transportation and two beverages with Go Oahu Card

$35 Honolulu City Lights Sunset Sail includes appetizers and two beverages)

$40 Friday Night Fireworks Cruise (includes appetizers and two beverages).

Price:
Cost with the card: free

Cost without the card:
Adult (13+): $37.35
Child (3-12): $26.39
Hours:
9:00 am Breakfast Sail, 1: 00 pm Afternoon Sail. All sails are subject to availability. Reservations Required. 24 hour notice required for cancellation or re-scheduling without fee. Other cruises available for an additional fee.
Closed:
Open 365 days a year. Weather permitting. All holiday hours are subject to change without notice.
Driving:
West on Ala Moana Blvd., and look for Fisherman's Wharf Restaurant just before Ward Ave. Turn left into Fisherman's Wharf Restaurant.
Public Transportation:
TheBus: #19, #20, or #42 West from Waikiki and exit at Ward Warehouse (on the N.E. corner of Ala Moana Blvd. and Ward Ave.)

Please read: important instructions on how to use your card.

Redemption Instructions:
Included admission to Breakfast Sail or Afternoon Sail with the Go Oahu Card.
Reservation Instructions:
Reservations required; please call (808) 591-9000 or 888-4MAKANI. Inquire about our combination sails!
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.2 stars
(based on 13 reviews)
0% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
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AMAZING
By Dee Verified Reviewer from Seaman, ohio on 9/1/2010
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

If your in Oahu, this is a MUST!!! Amazing!!! The staff was amazing, the free breakfast was very nice, not too much, but just enough,the view....I just can't explain how wonderful it was! Captain John is very down to earth and really seemed like he enjoys conversing with you and everyone else. If you have the Oahu card then it is unlimited the amount of times you can use it. We did not know this but we do now and plan to take advantage of this when we return in August!!!! The card almost pays for itself with this cruise!

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Awesome Sail!
By ashleyb0925 from TN on 8/30/2010
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

My husband and I went on the breakfast sail and it was wonderful. The staff was wonderful. We spotted and guided beside some dolphins and sea turtles. It was such a relaxing way to see Waikiki.

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AWESOME
By islandgirlka Verified Reviewer from belleville, new jersey on 8/3/2010
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

The Makani was an awesome experience!!! The staff couldn't have been nicer and was very helpful. What a thrill to swim with fish and turtles in the open Pacific ocean. Definitely dont miss out on this one!!!

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My favorite attraction on the Go card!
By ptflip Verified Reviewer from Pasadena, CA on 6/3/2010
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

My only regret about the catamaran is that we didn't do it earlier during our trip. Otherwise, I would have booked another catamaran ride. We did a breakfast sail which included a breakfast of donuts and fresh fruit and 2 tickets for drinks (bottled water, soda, juice, etc.) You can purchase alcohol on the boat as well. The staff were very friendly and made the ride enjoyable. We didn't see any whales or dolphins but did see a few sea turtles. The views from the catamaran are AH-MAZING! Loved Loved Loved this ride!

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Not pleased
By Disappointed Person from St. Louis, MO on 6/2/2010
Pros:
Friendly staff, Very accomodating
Cons:
Cancellations,
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

We had scheduled a morning snorkel/catamaran cruise a month in advance. The day before we left, they called and said they had to cancel but gave plenty of rescheduling times. We signed up for 2 more and both were canceled due to lack of participation. They did say we could go on an evening sail if we wanted to pay 35 dollars/person. We did not feel that was right given the 3 prior cancellations in the week we were there. Needless to say, we did not get to experience the catamaran. I am sure it would've been great had they not canceled three times.

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GREAT catamaran!
By Ashley from Torrance, CA on 3/30/2010
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

I wasn't all that excited about the catamaran until we got there. It is by far the best catamaran on the water! The crew was super friendly too. We saw whales, dolphins, and sea turtles. It was great to lay out on the tanning deck up front. The free drink was nice too, but I think they should have included a snack at least too. I did get a little seasick, but I was able to minimize that by staying out in the open air.

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Great time!
By bonofreak from Atlanta area on 3/26/2010
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

Took the breakfast cruise 3-21 with my husband and 8 year old grandson. There was plenty of food and the crew was real nice. Enjoyed it very much. We had a few whale sightings, too. Would definatley recommend this and would love to do it again!

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Great sail, but forget the snorkel trip
By Kisei Verified Reviewer from Milwaukie, Oregon on 3/18/2010
Pros:
Great boat fun crew
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

We went twice, once for the morning snorkel trip and then later for the afternoon sail. Both times were great but they make you wear a life vest when you snorkel. We did see a couple of turtles and some colorful fish but we were just bobbing around on the surface like a lump and couldn't really explore. Liability issues I suppose but if you want to go snorkeling there are better ways to do it.

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This is a Beauty of a Sailboat ride!
By Crawdaddy Verified Reviewer from Jamestown, New York on 2/23/2010
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

Perfect weather, a well maintained Boat and a terrific crew made this an excellent trip, and we had the bonus of seeing a mother humpback whale and her child swimming near us and sea turtles too. Even in light wind the boat moved at 8-9 Kts, so smooth- interesting chats with the captain, First mate and bartender and other passengers. Would have gone a second time if there was more time left!

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Disapponted
By BigDog Verified Reviewer from Gold Hill, NC on 2/12/2010
Pros:
Saw whales
Cons:
No snorkling Not much traveling No food
Best Uses:
See waikik beach from sea
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Smart Destinations Makani Catamaran:

Was OK, just because we saw whales, did not have what was promised, would NOT pay to go!

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Address: 1009 Ala Moana Blvd
Kewalo Basin (Slip F-1) at the corner of Ala Moana Blvd. and Ward Ave. in front of Fisherman's Wharf Restaurant
Honolulu, HI
96814

Daily, 8:00 am–5:00 pm. Reservations required, please call 
(808) 591-9000 or toll-free at 888-4MAKANI.