Three Tiki Sailing's Waikiki sunset sail is a 2-hour BYOB cruise on the 45-passenger trimaran Hokulani from Ala Wai Harbor, with a swim stop off Diamond Head when conditions allow and a 4.9 Google rating from 790 reviews. It suits couples and families who want a cheap, relaxed sunset at $79 per adult. The drawback: swim and sailing depend on wind.
Highlights
$79 adult and $69 child on the operator's site; $92.83 adult, $81.46 child and $2 infant on Greetwell, as of October 2026.
BYOB: bring canned alcoholic or soft drinks; the crew supplies a large iced cooler and bottled water.
Swim stop in open water off Diamond Head when the captain judges it safe; no snorkel gear is provided on this cruise.
On Fridays the departure runs an hour later and the swim is replaced by the Hilton Hawaiian Village fireworks.
Trimaran has about 300 sq ft of shade, two netted lounging areas, onboard restrooms and a 1,500-watt sound system.
What to Expect
You check in at Three Tiki Sailing's booth at 95 Holomoana St next to the Prince Waikiki, 20 minutes before departure, with photo ID and your own canned drinks.
The crew escorts the group from check-in to the Hokulani, where you go barefoot and stow drinks in the iced cooler.
The boat motors or sails out along the Waikiki shoreline toward Diamond Head, with music playing and shaded seating or nets to choose from.
If the ocean is calm the captain stops for an open-water swim off Diamond Head; drinking alcohol before swimming is not allowed.
The return leg runs along the coast as the sun sets behind the Waikiki skyline, arriving back at the harbor about 2 hours after departure.
On Friday sailings there is no swim stop; the boat positions off Waikiki for the fireworks instead.
What's Included
2-hour cruise on the Hokulani trimaran with lifeguard-certified crew
Complimentary bottled water
Large cooler with ice for BYOB drinks
Onboard restrooms
Shaded seating and sound system
What's Not Included
Gratuity (operator FAQ suggests 15–20%)
Alcohol or other drinks (BYOB, cans only)
Food
Snorkel gear (not a snorkel cruise)
Harbor parking
What to Bring
Valid photo ID (21+ to drink alcohol)
Your own canned drinks; no glass
Swimsuit and towel if you plan to swim
Easily removable footwear; you go barefoot on board
Reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, camera
Motion-sickness remedy taken at least 1 hour before departure if needed
Restrictions and Requirements
Basic swimming skills required to enter the water
No glass bottles, no drones
No alcohol before swimming; 21+ to drink
Not wheelchair accessible; guests must step aboard with minimal assistance
Infants sit on laps
Cancellation Policy
Groups of 1–5 passengers: full refund with at least 24 hours' notice, non-refundable inside 24 hours. Groups of 6 or more: full refund with at least 48 hours' notice, non-refundable inside 48 hours. Full refund if the operator cancels for weather. Checked October 2026 on Greetwell; the Magpie listing shows the same 24-hour rule.
Three Tiki Sailing, Ala Wai Boat Harbor, 95 Holomoana St, Honolulu, HI 96815, next to the Prince Waikiki hotel
Check-In
20 minutes before departure (Magpie listing); Tripster says 30 minutes. Guests are escorted from check-in to the boat
Parking and Getting There
Paid parking at Ala Wai Boat Harbor; walking distance or a short rideshare from most Waikiki hotels
Ratings from every source we could find
Google
4.9
790 reviews
Google Maps — Summarized by Our Team
General Waikiki sunset sail sentiment applies.
Last checked 2026-09-15
Ratings and review counts are checked periodically and may not reflect same-day changes on each platform.
What the Reviews Say
We read 1 full review (Greetwell/Google, September 2026) and the platform's summary of other reviews on Greetwell's Three Tiki's Sailing listings, including one summarized complaint. Reviews are operator-wide and not labeled by product. Collected October 2026.
What Reviewers Praise
Crew named repeatedly as friendly and safety-focused(1 of 1 review we read, plus the platform summary)
The September 2026 review names three crew members and the captain; Greetwell's summary of its 790 Google reviews lists the crew as the most consistent positive, with four staff named.
— Greetwell (Google), 5★, September 2026: a couple on their 30th anniversary praised the captain and two crew and called the trip a highlight.
Sunset trips described as calm and scenic(platform summary only)
The Greetwell summary characterizes the sunset sailings as peaceful with a relaxed, well-kept boat and good music. We could not read a sunset-specific review in full.
What Reviewers Complain About
Only one sail raised instead of the full rig(1 report (summarized on Greetwell) · outside operator's control · most recent: date not shown)
One reviewer felt the sailing portion fell short because the boat ran under a single sail. The operator's own listings say sailing is weather-permitting, so expect motoring on light-wind evenings.
— Greetwell (Google), star not shown, undated: the sailing was disappointing with only one sail deployed.
Price gap between direct and reseller booking(0 reviews; listing fact · operator issue · most recent: n/a)
The same cruise is $79 on the operator's site and $92.83 on Greetwell, a $13.83 difference per adult before any promo code; the operator site advertised a 20% code in October 2026.
About the Operator in General
Three Tiki Sailing runs one boat, the trimaran Hokulani, out of Ala Wai Harbor and holds a 4.9 from 790 Google reviews on Greetwell (715 five-star, 8 one-star in the unlabeled breakdown); the one summarized complaint concerned a crowded Turtle Canyon snorkel site and a single-sail cruise.
Our Verdict
Tripreviewall's Take
At $79 per adult direct, this is one of the cheaper ways to see the Waikiki sunset from the water, and the BYOB policy keeps the real cost down. It is the right pick for couples and families who want shade, restrooms and a possible swim rather than a catered cocktail cruise. Book the operator's $99 Turtle Canyon trip instead if snorkeling is the priority, and do not count on full sail or a swim stop when the wind or swell is up.
Book This Tour If…
You want a BYOB sunset cruise under $100 per person with a cooler and restrooms on board
You are happy to swim in open water off Diamond Head, or to skip the swim
You are traveling with children; child fare is $69 and infants ride on laps
You are in Waikiki and can walk or rideshare to Ala Wai Harbor
Skip This Tour If…
You expect a snorkel stop; gear is not provided on this cruise
You want a guaranteed sail under full canvas; 1 reviewer reported a single sail
You need a wheelchair-accessible vessel
You want food or drinks served; nothing is provided beyond water
Tips From Reviewers and Operator Notes
Book direct at $79 and check the operator site for the 20% promo code it listed in October 2026, instead of paying $92.83 on Greetwell.
Bring cans only; glass is banned and there is no bar on board.
Choose a non-Friday night if you want the swim stop; Friday cruises swap it for fireworks and leave an hour later.
Take a motion-sickness remedy at least an hour before departure, as the Greetwell listing advises.
Budget a 15–20% tip for the crew; the operator FAQ calls it customary.
Assessed by the Tripreviewall editorial team, last reviewed October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Three Tiki Sailing Waikiki sunset sail?
The Waikiki Sunset Swim and Sail costs $79 per adult and $69 per child on the operator's own site, and $92.83 adult, $81.46 child and $2 infant on Greetwell, as of October 2026. Gratuity of 15–20% is not included, and drinks are bring-your-own in cans.
Can you swim on the Waikiki sunset sail?
Yes, the cruise includes a swim stop in open water off Diamond Head when the captain judges conditions safe. Basic swimming skills are required, you may not drink alcohol before entering the water, and no snorkel gear is provided. On Friday nights the swim is replaced by the Waikiki fireworks.
Where does the Three Tiki sunset sail depart from?
The sunset sail departs from Ala Wai Boat Harbor at 95 Holomoana St, Honolulu, HI 96815, next to the Prince Waikiki hotel. Check in at the operator's booth 20 minutes before departure (Tripster advises 30); the crew escorts guests to the Hokulani. Paid parking is available at the harbor.
What is the cancellation policy for the Waikiki sunset swim and sail?
The cancellation policy on Greetwell gives groups of 1–5 a full refund with 24 hours' notice and groups of 6 or more a full refund with 48 hours' notice; inside those windows bookings are non-refundable. If Three Tiki Sailing cancels for weather you get a full refund. Checked October 2026.
What kind of boat is the Hokulani?
The Hokulani is a sailing trimaran carrying up to 45 passengers, with two netted lounging areas, a shaded cabin lounge, about 300 sq ft of sunshade, onboard restrooms and a 1,500-watt sound system, according to the operator's site and Magpie listing. The operator calls it the only trimaran of its kind in Waikiki.
Is the Waikiki sunset sail BYOB?
Yes, all Three Tiki Sailing cruises are BYOB. You may bring canned alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks, which the crew keeps in a large iced cooler, and bottled water is complimentary. Glass is not allowed, drinkers must be 21 with photo ID, and no food is served on board.
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