Private Boat Charter Hawaii – Exclusive Rental

The $350 covers the full 2-hour exclusive charter, a licensed professional crew, and use of onboard water sports and snorkel equipment. Gourmet catering is available as an add-on but is not included in the base price — if you want food and drinks arranged, you’ll need to request that when you book so the crew can source and prep everything before departure.

Yes, the itinerary is genuinely flexible — that’s the core value of a private charter over a shared tour. When you book, you can communicate your priorities: snorkeling a specific reef, cruising along the coastline, watching for dolphins, or anchoring somewhere quiet. The crew will work with you on what’s realistically achievable in 2 hours given weather and sea conditions on the day.

It’s listed as all ages, and it genuinely works well for families — there’s no minimum age restriction, and the private format means you set the pace rather than keeping up with a group tour. Younger keiki tend to do best on calmer-water days, so morning departure slots are usually a safer bet if you have small kids who might be sensitive to chop.

Capacity specifics should be confirmed directly when booking, as vessel size can vary. When you book through FareHarbor, you’ll indicate your group size, and the operator will confirm the appropriate vessel. For larger groups — say, a birthday celebration or a family reunion — it’s worth reaching out ahead of time so they can match you with the right boat.

Ocean Adventures Hawaii monitors conditions closely and will contact you if weather makes the charter unsafe or significantly diminished. Honolulu generally has reliable conditions, but winter swells and occasional storms can affect the south shore. Most operators reschedule rather than cancel outright when possible — confirm the specific weather policy at the time of booking so you know exactly what to expect.

Snorkel gear is available onboard, so you don’t need to bring your own. That said, if you have a prescription mask or prefer your own equipment for fit or comfort reasons, you’re welcome to bring it. The crew will brief you on gear before you enter the water and can point you toward the best spots based on where the sea turtles and reef fish are showing up on your charter day.