Oahu Ash Scattering Charter – Private 1.5 Hour

The vessel accommodates a private group, and exact passenger capacity should be confirmed when booking since it depends on the specific boat assigned to your charter. Most ash scattering vessels in this class comfortably hold 6 to 15 passengers, so if you have a larger family gathering, reach out before you book to confirm everyone can be on board together.

Under federal EPA guidelines, no permit is required for ocean scattering as long as it occurs at least three nautical miles from shore — and this charter takes care of that compliance for you. The crew knows the regulations, handles the logistics, and will position the vessel at the appropriate distance so your family only has to focus on the ceremony itself.

Ocean Therapy Charters monitors conditions closely and will communicate with you in advance if the weather creates a safety concern. Most services do proceed as scheduled since Honolulu’s offshore waters are navigable the vast majority of days, but the crew prioritizes safety and will work with your family to reschedule if conditions aren’t right — especially given the emotional significance of the occasion.

Yes, and the crew actively welcomes it. Floral arrangements are included in the Silver package, but many families bring additional leis, personal flowers, or items meaningful to their loved one. Let the captain know before departure what you’d like to include — a song played from a speaker, a poem read aloud, a moment of silence — so they can build it naturally into the 1.5-hour timeframe.

Most families either keep the urn as a keepsake or, if it’s biodegradable, release it into the water as part of the ceremony. If you’re unsure what to do, the crew can advise you — they’ve guided many families through this exact question, and there’s no single right answer. Just let them know the type of container you have when you board.

The charter is listed as all ages and the crew is experienced in supporting guests who may be physically limited or unsteady on the water. That said, the open ocean does involve natural movement, so anyone with significant mobility concerns or severe seasickness history should take precautions — bring anti-nausea medication, wear non-slip shoes, and board slowly with crew assistance. The crew will make sure everyone is settled and comfortable before the vessel departs.