Our family of seven wanted an adventure and a day trip without crowds! We contacted Mana Cruises and set up an afternoon excursion! We boarded the vessel just steps from our resort, and the staff met us with snacks and beverages to enjoy while making way along the coast! On route we encountered huge schools of dolphins popping out of the water in what appeared to be a choreographed performance and great big turtles floating along beside the boat! All of us were geared up for snorkeling, and Kawika helped us individually enter the water for snorkeling! Although strong wind and rough water were a challenge, Kawika stayed with us if we needed help navigating with snorkeling! Following we were treated to more beverages of choice and beautifully presented fruit and snacks!
This was an outstanding memory we’ve added to our lives. We thank Mana!
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Aloha Wander...! It was a pleasure to share this memory with you and thank you for this thoughtful and kind review. Kawika and the entire MANA Team take a great deal of pride in all the little details. We are so fortunate to be able to host you along the beautiful coast with abundant wildlife. Until we see you again, wishing you all the aloha - The MANA Crew
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rickhY7182SX
May 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Mana Cruise in Ko'Olina
Captain Travis and Andy, the First Mate, were an amazing duo!! They both knew how to take care of each of us individually and as a group!! They clearly work well together and enjoy each other's company!!
I was reluctant to go on this boat because I have severe motion sickness. Luckily, I brought a prescription of Scopolamline! It saved me and I had a blast!!
What a wonderful and experience from ages 3-61!!
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Mahalo for sharing your afternoon with us rikhY71..! Travis and Andy are truly an amazing team and take great pride in all the do! They send their best and hope to see you again soon. We wish you all the aloha - The MANA Crew
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Carolyn_M
November 15, 2025 · via Viator
Private snorkel...
Private snorkel experience was exceptional! Exceeded expectations and was great for the little kids we had with us.
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Mahalo for your review Carolyn..! We are thrilled to hear the whole family enjoyed your time snorkeling with us. Wishing you all the aloha and happy holidays - The MANA Crew
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Tbg31
July 28, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Private yacht charter with family
Our 5-hour charter was fantastic. Captain Travis and Mikayla took great care of us. They kept our drinks flowing and made sure we had our towels and sunscreen at the ready. They played music of our choice as we cruised around. We saw turtles, dolphins and flying fish as we were cruising the Ko Olina coastline. We stopped for snorkeling, and it was fantastic. Mikayla gave us pineapple to feed the fish, and they were swarming around us. Then as we snorkeled the reef the fish followed us around. We swam with a sea turtle too. While we were back on board for lunch (which was delicious) we saw a pod of dolphins coming towards the boat, so we jumped back in the water and the dolphins swam right around us and under us. It was an amazing experience. We also hung out with another turtle before finishing our lunch. We sailed back to the marina wishing we had more time. The 5-hour cruise flew by. No one is ever guaranteed to see wildlife and we were lucky, but just enjoying the yacht and the excellent service, drinks, food and music was also fantastic. The water was all kinds of blue and so refreshing to swim in. I would also love to do a sunset cruise.
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Mahalo for sharing your amazing day with us Tbg31! This would certainly be what we aim for on all of our charters and thrilled to hear you were able to experience it all! We hope to host you on our full day next time you visit. Wishing you and your family the warmest aloha - The MANA Crew
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MitchT82
May 20, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A Perfect Day on the Water with Mana Cruises
We booked a private snorkeling excursion in Ko Olina for our family of five, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment we stepped aboard, our incredible crew—Mateo and Miranda—made us feel like royalty.
The 46-foot catamaran was spacious, clean, and exceptionally comfortable, setting the tone for a relaxing and luxurious day on the water. Mateo expertly navigated us to spots where we were lucky enough to see dolphins from a distance, adding a magical touch to the outing.
Miranda went above and beyond, anticipating our needs before we even voiced them. She joined us in the water and guided us through an underwater world full of vibrant marine life, pointing out various species of fish, a sea turtle, starfish, and more. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made the snorkeling experience both fun and educational.
The food and snacks provided were just what we needed to keep us energized and satisfied throughout the trip. Every detail felt thoughtfully planned, with our enjoyment clearly being their top priority.
Mana Cruises far exceeded our expectations, and we couldn’t recommend them more highly for anyone looking to book a private excursion in Ko Olina. It was a perfect day, and one we’ll remember for years to come.
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Aloha Mitch! We cannot thank you enough for this amazing review and your kind words! Mateo and Miranda consistently provide this royalty experience and take great pride in doing so. We are all stoked that you and your family enjoyed your time on the west side. Until next time, we wish you all the warmest aloha - The MANA Crew
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I356HFsuzanneg
March 24, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Private day charter awesomeness!
the boat was amazing, the crew and staff even better! We were on a family senior spring break with a group of 10 and the private trip was amazing. Capt Vaun and Miranda were the nicest people and so accommodating to be sure we had a blast. Ella was the best at helping us plan and execution was flawless. Memories made!
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Aloha 1356HFs! Thrilled your senior spring break was a success. Our team takes great pride in making sure every detail is covered from start to finish and appreciate your kind words. All the best to you and your family! Mahalo nui - The MANA Crew
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Tamara B
January 13, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful luxe sail cruise
We booked the catamaran sailboat. It was wonderful and the two man crew were great. We sailed out of Ka Olina. Great snorkel; turtles; dolphins and whales. Best of the best.
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Mahalo nui Tamara! It was a true pleasure to host you and thank you for spending time to review and rate us. We love sharing our love for boating, the ocean, and our community. Wishing you all the aloha - The MANA Crew
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Paulomi S
December 28, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Absolutely amazing private tour!
Our family of four went out with mash and Corrine in December 2024 and had the most fabulous time ! The boat is gorgeous (incredibly upscale ) Mash is a terrific captain - so knowledgeable about the area and marine biology - we learned a lot. Corrine guided our snorkel which was also amazing. Terrific lunch and drinks - a truly special experience which we would highly recommend!
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Mahalo for sharing! Captain Mash and Corrine are the epic team and we're so stoked to have hosted you in Waikiki. We appreciate each and every charter and look forward to the next time we can cruise together again. With warm love - The MANA Crew
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Robert F
December 6, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful boat rental
Great team. Great service. Beautiful setting. Great boat. The crew went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time and help everyone stay safe.
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Thank you for your Great rating Robert! A pleasure to have you out with us for a beautiful west side snorkel. Wishing you happy holidays - The MANA Crew
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LuvDisneyTravel
July 21, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great day on Mana Cruises from Ko'Olina Harbor
We had the best day with Mana Cruises. We did the private catamaran tour out of Ko'Olina. We had a group of six so this worked out the same as doing their small group charter. We were able to pick what we wanted to do (snorkeling) and fishing on the way. The snorkel spot was great and one of the crew was in the water with us the whole time pointing out the best spots and showing us interesting sea creatures. Lunch and snacks were great. Can't recommend this more. Great crew and great ship!
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Mahalo Luv! We're so pumped that you had a great charter from our Ko Olina location. We thank you for taking the time to rate and review us and can't wait for the opportunity to sail with you again. Wishing you all the warmest aloha - The MANA Crew