Upon booking, I noticed a disclaimer that said: “Parents/Guardians, please note: while we are an all-ages experience, guests are advised that we are a bar with what can be a party atmosphere. We are not responsible for the actions or expressions of other guests on board.” As a parent traveling with four kids, I was a little concerned at first. However, I decided to go ahead with the booking because of the cost, free drinks snorkeling activities offered, and I’m so glad I did. Our excursion was very relaxed. There were no rowdy guests or inappropriate behavior, and the crew didn’t encourage any kind of party atmosphere. If you’re worried like I was, I’d say it’s simply a general disclaimer rather than a reflection of what you’ll necessarily experience. One thing I was especially glad about was not booking one of the large catamaran cruises with the inflatable water slides and trampoline. Before the trip, I had seriously considered it because it looked like a lot of fun. But while we were out on the ocean, I actually saw one of those boats, and it looked absolutely packed—there had to be close to a hundred people on board. In that moment, I knew I had made the right decision. The smaller catamaran we chose was much more peaceful, with fewer people, plenty of room to relax, and a laid-back atmosphere. Instead of feeling crowded or rushed, we were able to truly enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian scenery, the ocean breeze, and the experience itself. For me, that’s exactly what a vacation should be—relaxing, not hectic—and I’m so thankful we chose the quieter option. My kids all said this was one of their favorite activities of our trip! The snorkeling equipment was clean and sanitized, and the crew did an excellent job making sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. They even gave a thorough demonstration for beginners, which made the experience much less intimidating. We were lucky enough to see sea turtles, big fish, and coral reefs while snorkeling. But surprisingly, my kids’ favorite part wasn’t even the snorkeling—it was relaxing on the catamaran’s netting while the waves splashed up underneath them. They said it felt like an ocean water park ride and couldn’t stop laughing the entire time. This excursion created some of our favorite family memories from Hawaii, and I would absolutely recommend it to other families.























