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The 14 Best Submarine & Glass-Bottom Tours on Oahu

14 tours  ·  from $40 a head

Two ways to see the reef without getting wet, and one of them goes a hundred feet down to a sunken plane. These 14 compare the real submarine dives with the glass-bottom runs on price, duration and what you actually see.

Oahu: Submarine Scooter Adventure - The catamaran ride past Koko Crater and Diamond Head
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Oahu: Submarine Scooter Adventure

1.Submarine Scooter Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,273 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $188Our pick

Ride an underwater scooter in Maunalua Bay, spot turtles and tropical fish, and enjoy Diamond Head views on this guided Oahu adventure.

“My first time doing it & my diver was Fin he was amazing & very patience with me i highly recommend this activityif you want to try it.”

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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise - The Haleiwa Queen and the glass-bottom setup
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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise

2.Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,192 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $46

See Waikiki, Diamond Head, turtles, fish, dolphins, and seasonal whales on a one-hour glass-bottom boat cruise from Honolulu.

“It was great! Great views! Although we only got to see 1 turtle and a few fish would definitely do this again”

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Honolulu: Glass Bottom Boat Tour along Oahu's South Shore - What the glass bottom really looks like
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Honolulu: Glass Bottom Boat Tour along Oahu’s South Shore

Waikiki: Atlantis Submarine Adventure - From Hilton Hawaiian Village to the Boarding Site
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Waikiki: Atlantis Submarine Adventure

4.Atlantis Submarine Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,225 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $167

Explore Oahu’s underwater world aboard Atlantis Submarines, with 45 minutes below Waikiki, coral, turtles, fish, and artificial reefs.

“Incredible experience and worth the money you pay. You’re underwater for about 45 minutes and visit six different structures that have been sunk deliberately as part of a conservation project. The wildlife you see is unmatched to other water activities we did in Oahu. A truly unforgettable experience and I’d recommend this to anyone visiting!”

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Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial - Honolulu Tour - Submarine Access - USS Bowfin: good photo stop, extra charge for entry
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Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial – Honolulu Tour – Submarine Access

5.Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial – Honolulu Tour – Submarine Access

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 767 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $74

Visit Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona site, Honolulu landmarks, and Punchbowl Cemetery with Waikiki pickup, tickets, and a guided tour.

“Not worth it go by ourself…..For what they charge you don’t have time to really see everything….more worried about getting the tour over….frelt rushed the whole time”

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Oahu: Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise - Waikīkī from the water during the first hour
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Oahu: Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise

6.Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 518 reviews · 1h 30m · from $60

Watch Oahu’s sunset from a 50-foot catamaran with Diamond Head views, local stories, music, and the option to bring your own food and drinks.

“It was a lovely evening, listening to music and watching the sunset! The crew was very accommodating and friendly. The extra surprise was seeing a pod of whales. Well worth it!!”

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Waikiki Beach Glass Bottom Boat Cruise - The short cruise toward Diamond Head
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Waikiki Beach Glass Bottom Boat Cruise

7.Waikiki Beach Glass Bottom Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 314 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $46

See Waikiki, Diamond Head, tropical fish, turtles, and Hawaiian legends on a relaxed one-hour glass-bottom boat cruise from Honolulu.

“Amazing experience! The captains were wonderful and we got to see a whale family. 10/10 recommend :)”

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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Tour - Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the ocean
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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Tour

9.Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 137 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $46

Review of Oahu’s Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Tour, with Diamond Head views, possible turtles and dolphins, pricing, logistics, and honest drawbacks.

“We got to see an amazing family of dolphins just swimming along with us - the most amazing experience ✨”

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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise - Sunset, city lights, and Diamond Head
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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise

10.Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 134 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $46

Watch Waikiki and Diamond Head glow at sunset, with city views, onboard refreshments, music, and limited glass-bottom marine viewing.

“Just a darn boat ride. Glass is just 2 squares of to the side. Definitely not worth it! Live and learn. Never again lol that’s for sure!”

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Pearl Harbor USS Arizona & Bowfin Submarine - What your guide adds at Pearl Harbor
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Pearl Harbor USS Arizona & Bowfin Submarine

11.Pearl Harbor USS Arizona & Bowfin Submarine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $59

Visit the USS Arizona Memorial and Bowfin submarine from Waikiki with reserved admission, hotel pickup, a guide, and six hours of Pearl Harbor history.

“Will, our tour guide was so informative and funny. Had great experiences. Would highly recommend. A++++++...........................”

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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Fireworks Tour - A closer look at the Haleiwa Queen
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Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Fireworks Tour

12.Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Fireworks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $61

See Waikiki’s Friday fireworks from a stable glass-bottom catamaran, with Diamond Head views, city lights, BYOB, and a friendly crew.

“Amazing views of the fireworks, it felt like we had the best location on the water among the different boats! The crew was absolutely fantastic too, extremely knowledgeable and helpful. We learned about upcoming things to do in the area and a local farmers market!”

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Deluxe Arizona Memorial Bowfin Submarine and Honolulu City Tour - Walking inside the USS Bowfin submarine
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Deluxe Arizona Memorial Bowfin Submarine and Honolulu City Tour

Pearl Harbor USS Arizona & Bowfin Submarine - What your guide adds at Pearl Harbor
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Pearl Harbor USS Arizona & Bowfin Submarine

14.Pearl Harbor USS Arizona & Bowfin Submarine

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $59

Visit Pearl Harbor’s USS Arizona Memorial and Bowfin submarine with Waikiki pickup, boat tickets, exhibits, audio guides, and a six-hour schedule.

“Visited the Arizona memorial and Bowfin submarine. Both were excellent. I wish I would have spent more time and toured the Missouri battleship.”

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