Catamaran Sunset Cruise Oahu
Gold, pink, and violet skies from the deck of the Ho'o Nanea. Sunset Whale Watch upgrade included Dec–Apr.
- Soft drinks and water
- BYOB cooler on board
- Departs Haleiwa Harbor
- Sunset Whale Watch Dec–Apr
Oahu Catamaran Tours & Whale Watching Haleiwa, North Shore
Sail aboard the Ho'o Nanea The only commercial sailing catamaran on Oahu's North Shore. Small groups, knowledgeable crew, and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters.
Gold, pink, and violet skies from the deck of the Ho'o Nanea. Sunset Whale Watch upgrade included Dec–Apr.
The only commercial sailing catamaran on the North Shore — no flotilla, just you and the humpbacks.
North Shore's clearest snorkeling near Waimea Bay — sea turtles, reef fish, and crew guides in the water with you.
Luxury, without the crowd
Book a private charter and enjoy the North Shore on your own terms. Perfect for families, celebrations, and groups who want a personal experience without the crowd. BYOB welcome. Up to 19 guests.
Witness the spectacular behaviors of humpback whales—from breaching to tail-slapping—in their winter breeding grounds.
Pods of dolphins often join the bow wave, leaping and twirling alongside the boat.
As the sun dips low, the sky over the North Shore turns gold, pink, and violet.
“Incredible whale and dolphin watching experience in the heart of Haleiwa. Crew were so hospitable and knowledgeable! Highly recommend!”
— taylorre16“We happened upon the perfect day with calm waters and a pod of dolphins dancing with the whales. Once in a lifetime experience! The boat was nice and clean and fun to climb around to catch all the whale interactions.”
— Andrea G“Our captain and skipper were phenomenal. Safety was clearly their top priority. And the views... absolutely unreal. Watching the sun set over the ocean with the mountains in the background was one of the most breathtaking moments of our entire trip.”
— Matthew SAs the oldest and most trusted whale-watching company in Haleiwa, Hawaii, we have spent over 40 years creating unforgettable memories for our guests.
Whether you are captivated by majestic whales, mesmerized by stunning sunset views, or eager to explore vibrant underwater life on our seasonal snorkeling tours, we have something for everyone.
Feel the thrill of sailing aboard our comfortable catamaran — designed for a smooth ride that lets you embrace the true essence of sailing.
Every season, we're reminded why we love what we do. Seeing our guests experience the awe of a whale breaching for the first time never gets old. It's been our honor to share these moments for over four decades.
Even when tied to the dock, our 40-foot catamaran—the Ho'o Nanea—looks sleek and fast. Ho'o Nanea means 'to pass the time in ease and comfort.' This is a perfect name for our vessel as she is a dream to sail.
The ancient Hawaiians sailed to Hawaii from Tahiti on catamarans and ever since these multihulled boats have proven to be perfect for Hawaiian waters.
We focus on small groups—no more than 19 guests—meaning each guest gets a personal, uncrowded, and truly authentic Hawaiian experience.
For more than four decades, we've welcomed guests aboard for unforgettable whale-watching adventures along Oahu's North Shore.
We're the only commercial sailing catamaran operating on the North Shore — that means no flotilla of boats chasing the same whale. That means a more personal, respectful, and awe-inspiring encounter with nature.
That's the promise of the Ho'o Nanea.