Waikiki Gondola Cruise in Oahu with Free Flower Lei, Drinks and Pastries
by Waikiki Gondola Experiences
Overview
This shared gondola boat cruise in Waikiki lasts between 45 minutes and 1 hour. Guests are welcomed with a Hawaiian lei and offered a drink and pastry during the cruise. The ride follows the Ala Wai Harbor and Canal, also known as the Venice of the Pacific, providing views of Diamond Head State Monument, Magic Island, and the Honolulu city skyline. Depending on the sailing time, passengers may see rainbows or a sunset over the city lights. Umbrellas and blankets are available for comfort, and a gondolier operates the boat. The Magic Island gondola cruise option does not include the lei, pastry, or canal route unless upgraded to the longer 45-minute or 1-hour cruises. After the gondola cruise, passengers receive a hop-on hop-off trolley bus ticket to explore Waikiki’s hotels, the statue of Duke Kahanamoku at Waikiki Beach, and the Ala Moana Shopping Center. Gratuities and alcoholic drinks are not included. Passengers must comply with weight restrictions to avoid exceeding the gondola’s capacity.
Highlights
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Itinerary
Ala Wai Canal
The gondola cruises along the Ala Wai Harbor and Canal, lasting about 45 minutes for daytime cruises between 9 AM and 4 PM, and about 1 hour for sunset cruises from 5 PM to 7:15 PM. The Magic Island gondola cruise option does not enter the canal unless upgraded to the longer cruises.
Honolulu
Passengers see the Honolulu city skyline from the water. Weather permitting, rainbows may appear. Depending on the time of day, the cruise offers views of the sunset and city lights.
Diamond Head State Monument
From the gondola, guests can view Diamond Head, a dormant volcanic crater on Oahu. The name derives from British soldiers mistaking calcite crystals on nearby beaches for diamonds in the 19th century.
Magic Island
The gondola passes by Magic Island, a man-made island located near Waikiki.
Statue of Duke Kahanamoku
After the gondola cruise, participants receive a hop-on hop-off trolley bus ticket allowing visits to Waikiki hotels, the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Waikiki Beach, and the Ala Moana Shopping Center.
Meeting point
Please download Google Maps app onto your phone. On Google Maps please type Hawaii WOW Gondola Cruises and then click directions. Lastly, ensure you click the satellite button as the cartoon map will not show the x dock. Walk through x dock gate to C 48. You can always call us if you get lost.
End point
Please download Google Maps app onto your phone. On Google Maps please type Hawaii WOW Gondola Cruises and then click directions. Lastly, ensure you click the satellite button as the cartoon map will not show the x dock. Walk through x dock gate to C 48. You can always call us if you get lost.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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