Kaneohe Sandbar | Private Cruise

Pontoon Boat Charters

Charter your own private pontoon boat to tour one of O’ahu's best kept secrets. Only 16 miles from Waikiki on the East side of O’ahu, a beautiful sandbar rises out of the ocean just one mile offshore of He'eia Kea Boat Harbor.


Rates

Per boat$1,350

Tour Duration: 2h 45m

Complimentary transportation for direct booking customers.

Maximum 6 Passengers
*Including children and infants

What's Included | A La Carte Options

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*Depart twice a day

[ Departure ] 1st Tour 9 am / 2nd Tour 12:15 pm

Summer Schedule: 6/2/2025 - 9/20/2025
[ Departure ] 1st Tour 7:30 am / 2nd Tour 10:45 pm

About This Cruise

Your Serene Pontoon Boat Escape

Indulge in ultimate relaxation on our spacious pontoon boat. Cruise the calm waters of Kaneohe Bay, soak up the sun, and enjoy stunning views. Customize your day with snorkeling, paddleboarding, or simply unwinding on the sandbar.

Perfect for families, friends, or couples seeking a tranquil escape.

About Pontoon Boat Charter

Our Boat

Pontoon Boat

Maximum 6 passengers

*Including children and infants

Book Pontoon Boat Charter

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A La Carte Options

Exclusive Transportation

Waikiki - Kaneohe round trip

Mini Van, SUV (Max 6) or Van (12 passengers) $645

Mini Bus (Max 23 passengers)$775

Ko Olina - Kaneohe round trip

Mini Van, SUV (Max 6) or Van (12 passengers) $645

For exclusive transportation service requests for more than 24 people, please contact us.

PLEASE NOTE: Exclusive transportation is not a charter and therefore it will not be on a standby during the tour hours. Even if customers request to leave the tour early, the vehicle may not be ready until the scheduled time for return.(Cancellation Policy : Same policy as the tour reservation apply. )

SUV
Van

Ash Scatter Package

Flower Petal Basket & Ash Scatter Certification $80

The certificate will include the deceased's name, the latitude and longitude of the scattering site, and the captain's name.

*Pick-up for a certificate is available on the next business day at Waikiki Office, excluding Sat, Sun, and Holidays.

CAPTAIN BRUCE Waikiki Office [Google Map]


PLEASE NOTE: We do not offer cruises specifically designed for scattering ashes. Scattering ashes is considered an additional service provided exclusively to customers who have booked a private cruise. Our service is limited to transporting customers to the designated scattering location.


Schedule

Tour Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes

Meeting Point at Heʻeia Kea Small Boat Harbor

Current to 6/1/2025,
9/23 to 3/31/2026
1st Tour 2nd Tour
Waikiki Area Pickup 7:30 - 8:05 am 10:45 - 11:20 am
Check in time at He'eia Kea Boat Harbor 8:45 am 12:00 pm
Departure: Tour start 9:00 am 12:15 pm
Arrive at the Sandbar 9:15 am 12:30 pm
Snorkeling, Free Time 9:20 am 12:35 pm
Leave the Sandbar 11:30 am 2:45 pm
Return to the harbor: Tour end 11:45 am 3:00 pm
Estimated Waikiki area drop off 1:15 pm 4:30 pm
Summer Time
6/2/2025 - 9/20/2025
1st Tour 2nd Tour
Waikiki Area Pickup 6:10 - 6:45 am 9:15 - 9:50 am
Check in time at He'eia Kea Boat Harbor 7:15 am 10:35 am
Departure: Tour start 7:30 am 10:45 am
Arrive at the Sandbar 7:45 pm 11:00 am
Snorkeling, Free Time 7:50 am 11:05 am
Leave the Sandbar 10:00 am 1:15 pm
Return to the harbor: Tour end 10:15 am 1:30 pm
Estimated Waikiki area drop off 11:45 am 3:00 :pm

What's Included

What's not included

  • Meal
    *Please feel free to pack your own food
  • Alcohol
    *BYOB is allowed besides bottled beer. Alcohol is not allowed on the following three day weekends, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
  • Snorkeling Fins
  • Gratuity

What to Bring

  • Beach towel
  • Swimwear
    *(There is no place to change clothes, so please wear your swimsuit before joining the tour
  • Reef Safe Sunscreen
  • [Useful things to have] Rash guard, reef shoes, sunglasses, long-sleeve

Restrictions

  • Guests under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Smoking is prohibited on our boat.
  • Drinking in the United States begins at the age of 21. In addition, you cannot participate in snorkeling after drinking alcohol.
  • Always remember to keep your distance and respect our marine life; Hawaii's honu, along with several other marine wildlife, are a protected species.

Cancellations

1 - 8 Passengers 100% charge if canceled after 12 pm 2 days prior or no show.
9 - 25 Passengers 100% charge if canceled after 12 pm 7 days prior. 50% charge if canceled after 12 pm 14 days prior.
Late Or No Show If you do not make it at the meeting place on time, you will not be able to participate in the tour and a 100% cancellation fee will be charged.

Tour or snorkeling may be canceled due to bad weather. Tour schedule is subject to change without notice.

FAQ

Kaneohe Sandbar Private Cruises

Each boat in our fleet can carry a max passenger limit due to Federal U.S. Coast Guard Regulations. The maximum number of passengers includes children and infants. We can accommodate parties of 7 to 12 people with a... Read more

Our private boat charters are priced per boat, not per person. Please find the pricing information on our website.

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