Kualoa Ranch: Ocean Voyage Tour
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Kualoa Ranch: Ocean Voyage Tour
By Kualoa Ranch
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Ages 0-99, max of 48 per group
Duration: 1h 30m
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
- Professional guide
- ~20 minute Hawaiian fishpond tour
- ~45 minute ocean catamaran voyage
- Entry/Admission - Kāneʻohe Bay
What's not included- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Start:
- 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USACheck in at Kualoa Rach(49-560 Kamehameha Highway, Kaneohe, HI, 96744).Check in will be at the Ticket Office,you will need your voucher and Photo ID matching the name on your voucher.Required check in is 45-minutes prior to your tours departure time.There are no refunds if you miss your check in.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5132OCEAN- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Storage lockers are available to rent with a $5 deposit for all day use
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a scenic tour, no swimming.
- Must provide first & last name, email address, and phone number for contact tracing
- Required check in 45- minutes prior to tour time selected at the Kualoa Ranch Ticket Office
- Photo ID matching the name on the reservation will need to be shown at check in
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travellers
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5132OCEAN
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- deero230 contributionsNice Entry Level Tour with a Fun RideThis was a nice way to learn a little about the Ranch. We originally went so my son would be able to see some of the Jurassic Park highlights but the entire family enjoyed the tour. I liked the fact that it was a smaller group. We got off of the vehicle twice. Once to see a recreation of a small village setup and again for a short hike up for a beautiful view. On the hike they had some poles at the bottom to help with the climb up and I’m glad I used them. The hike was 3-5 minutes and we did have to catch our breath at the top but the kids flew up 😂. I was hoping we would actually get to go into the Jurassic Park setup but we only stopped in front of it. My son was still happy. The ride is bumpy and I could feel it in my neck. They do ask before you get on if you have any neck, back or knee injuries. So that is probably why. I don’t think we would do this particular tour again but we would visit the ranch again and try some of the other tours.Written 21 March 2025
- alyrnolting0 contributionsJust a nopeWould give 0 stars if I could. Not only are their signs two different heights but the ladies working are some of the most miserable people I've ever met. Saddle sores on the horses, yanking on their faces, horses with clear anxiety faces. Would not recommend AT ALL. Do the UTV tour instead.Written 19 March 2025
- KeukaSue0 contributionsFun adventure in the mountains with beautiful views.Fun tour through the ranch. Beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and ocean. Only downside was the dust and dirt. Definitely plan to shower or swim afterwards.Written 18 March 2025
- ruthaK9957KC0 contributionsJurassic TourWe did the Jurassic Adventure tour. Our guide was knowledgeable and the ranch was gorgeous. Loved hearing about how the ranch functions besides movies…very coolWritten 14 March 2025
- 770mariselah0 contributionsJarassic ATV raptor tourThe scenery was absolutely stunning! Wa-Owe! Malohe and Cory were great tour guides, very entertaining with their jokes. Next time we will definitely be trying the horseback riding!Written 14 March 2025
- 4cookiesrwe0 contributionsExcellent and dusty tour!Excellent tour! Michael and Kekoa were fun and friendly and had us laughing at every stop. Thank you for sharing the extra history stories regarding Kualoa and the surrounding mountains. Such a beautiful and peaceful place. The trails were fun and invigorating. I didn't want the tour to end.Written 13 March 2025
- Walter W0 contributionsWay overpricedWay overpriced for what you get. They only make 3 stops and you drive by tons of things that look interesting but the guides just say, “oh you have to take a different tour for that” You are on a paved drive way most of the time so driving the UTV isn’t even fun. There is no way this is a $180 experience. And we had 4 people, so $720 that would have been much better spent chartering a boat or something. Do not recommend.Written 13 March 2025
- maryhR7572XS0 contributionsAwesome time on the horseback tour!Loved this tour! The horses were well taken care of and healthy, the guide was friendly and knowledgeable and the views were SPECTACULAR. highly recommend!!Written 12 March 2025
- desifoto0 contributionsFun tourOur guide Ursula was funny and so informative. It was so cool seeing movie and TV sites. The ranch is gorgeous. You are in a bus with wide open windows. If things are on the side you’re not on that is the main thing that stinks.Written 11 March 2025
- allyr3040 contributions5 Stars Aren't Enough!We had the most incredible experience at Kualoa Ranch, and a huge part of that was thanks to our amazing guides, Eva and Chauncey, for the UTV Raptor Experience. This was my first time at Kualoa Ranch, and the views were absolutely breathtaking—truly some of the best I’ve ever seen! Eva and Chauncey were so knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights about the island's culture, history, and the incredible reserve we were exploring. They were always ready to answer our questions and went above and beyond to make sure we had an unforgettable experience. Not only did they provide tons of valuable information, but they were also so kind and accommodating when it came to helping our group take photos, ensuring we captured all our special moments. It made the whole trip feel personal and memorable. We loved our time so much that we’re already planning to come back and book other experiences at Kualoa Ranch, and we would request Eva and Chauncey as our guides again. They made the whole adventure even more special, and I can't recommend them enough! If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience, these two are the guides to have. 10/10!Written 8 March 2025
- martinafO4006GR0 contributionsThe best time with Lea, Snickers and Trooper!!Kualoa offers so many cool tours and it was difficult to pick one. We went with the horseback walking tour since it was a first for both myself and my boyfriend and we couldn't be happier! Our guide Lea was so knowledgeable and friendly, and we really enjoyed listening to the sounds of nature at the ranch. The horses are extremely well trained and need little to no guidance during the tour.Written 7 March 2025
- Evelyn C0 contributionsA must when visiting Hawaii!! I would do it again. Friendly staff.Dominique was great & very informative❤️ It was beautiful seeing the different locations and learning its history. One of the best attractions Hawaii has. Great job guys!!Written 6 March 2025
- ShoshanaS350 contributionsFun and unique activity with gorgeous views!This was an incredible and fun activity, so unique and well worth it! I had never been on a-mountain bike, and hadn't been on a bike at all in almost 20 years, but the guide was so patient and helpful, it was no problem. She even adjusted the tour to make it a bit more advanced when she saw that my fiance and I could handle it. The stops were stunning, the stories were interesting, and it was a great way to spend 2 hours.Written 6 March 2025
- triskell_180 contributionsSo much fun in a magnificent placeAll our family had a blast! The landscapes are breathtaking. Our guide Chris was great, very much entertaining. He made the tour even more interesting with his fun and informative commentary.Written 5 March 2025
- H4011ZTeliseh0 contributionsUtv ride along tourWe went on the utv ride along tour and it was amazing. Our guides (James and Lai?) were so nice, friendly and funny. They knew so much about the ranch and we learned a lot. We feel like we got to see so much more because we could focus on the scenery and not just the driving. And since we had a guide with us in the utv we got a lot of fun facts along the way.Written 5 March 2025
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Dave N
Cleveland, OH64 contributions
July 2024 • Couples
New Cruise Line, great service, still working small things out. Would go on another one of their trips. Staff can't work hard enough to make guests comfortable so kudos to this new cruise line for that. Like any new business, need to tweak some things but they are receptive to guest input. Food was good, but could and should be better. Beef quality was a "B" and should be an "A". They need to buy better product.
Some other small but pestering issues in their operation but nothing that can't and should not be fixed over the next 6 months. CEO was on the cruise, humble guy given his success and young age. Interesting to hear him talk about the evolution of the organization and other things. Iceland and Norway were spectacular.
If you stop in Bergen, definitely go up the cable car but would not recommend the Tram as once you arrive at the top, very congested with people and touristy type shops which is not our thing.
Some other small but pestering issues in their operation but nothing that can't and should not be fixed over the next 6 months. CEO was on the cruise, humble guy given his success and young age. Interesting to hear him talk about the evolution of the organization and other things. Iceland and Norway were spectacular.
If you stop in Bergen, definitely go up the cable car but would not recommend the Tram as once you arrive at the top, very congested with people and touristy type shops which is not our thing.
Written 5 August 2024
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Thank you for your feedback! We really appreciate your review :-)
Written 15 August 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Maree
Surfers Paradise, Australia15 contributions
Wonderful staff, beautiful views professionally run and an all round fantastic morning.
Kids and adults alike were thoroughly entertained by Kamou who has so much knowledge about this beautiful land that he was able to answer everyone's questions.
The catamaran captain was also a lively character and made sure the trip was always interesting and fun. He took us to the Secret Island which was full of Hawaiian history. We rode a few waves and pulled up beside at least 11 turtles who popped their heads up like ostriches.
The morning was amazing. Highly recommend this outing!
Kids and adults alike were thoroughly entertained by Kamou who has so much knowledge about this beautiful land that he was able to answer everyone's questions.
The catamaran captain was also a lively character and made sure the trip was always interesting and fun. He took us to the Secret Island which was full of Hawaiian history. We rode a few waves and pulled up beside at least 11 turtles who popped their heads up like ostriches.
The morning was amazing. Highly recommend this outing!
Written 28 June 2023
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We pride ourselves on excellent customer service, and it is awesome to see that you felt we did a good job! Thanks for visiting, and mahalo for taking the time to share your experience with others!
Written 5 July 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Kathi C
El Paso, TX81 contributions
We did the Ocean Adventure catamaran tour of Kaneohe Bay & the views were magnificent! Tour guide Tevan was great informing the group of history of the fish pond & sustainable fishing. He also pointed out where different movies/TV were filmed. We also saw some turtles! Fun tour!
Written 10 September 2024
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Mahalo for letting us be part of your Hawaii experience! Aloha!
Written 28 September 2024
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Lindsay M
Boston, United States58 contributions
Feb 2025 • Couples
Very disappointed with the Kualoa Ranch Ocean Voyage Tour today. About an hour before it was due to leave it began to rain. Really torrential stuff. We were surprised. that the tour went ahead but we were game (we had raincoats) -- until we got to the dock. The first of the two boats we were to get on had no canopy or covering -- meaning that we would have to sit outside in the deluge while we crossed to the other shore. There we would board another boat (offering limited indoor seating).. We told our tour leader that this wasn't acceptable for us and asked if there was any way to get back to the Visitors Center. She said no but we were able to catch a ride on a different bus. Kualoa is a beautiful property and the people who work there are friendly but they should provide protection when it rains! We spent over $100 for two tickets but weren't wiling to shiver in the downpour. We asked for a refund but were told no.
Written 6 February 2025
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are disappointed to hear we did not meet your expectations. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're confident we can provide a more enjoyable experience next time.
Written 17 February 2025
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Traveler471266
1 contribution
Jan 2023
Disappointed, waste of money
We paid for Ocean Voyage Adventure and 2-Hour UTV Raptor Tours. Entire day was downpour rain zero visibility. When I asked at the counter for rescheduling or refund I was informed that we are operating our tours so there is no other option but if you like we can cancel it for you with no refund.
Since we were not being offered better option, decided to continue both tours. We were not able to see anything on either tours. I would never book these tours ever again, spending over $600 for three of us, not able to get even one good picture.
We paid for Ocean Voyage Adventure and 2-Hour UTV Raptor Tours. Entire day was downpour rain zero visibility. When I asked at the counter for rescheduling or refund I was informed that we are operating our tours so there is no other option but if you like we can cancel it for you with no refund.
Since we were not being offered better option, decided to continue both tours. We were not able to see anything on either tours. I would never book these tours ever again, spending over $600 for three of us, not able to get even one good picture.
Written 14 January 2023
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Aloha. Thank you for taking the time to provide us with this feedback, as what you are describing is not up to our standards of service. Please be assured that we will be looking into this further and following up with the appropriate corrective action. Please email us at guestrelations@kualoa.com and provide the name the reservation was made under, tour, date, and time. Mahalo (thank you), and again we express our sincerest apology.
Written 17 January 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Colleen W
22 contributions
This ranch is absolutely beautiful and pictures can’t even do it justice. We plan on returning the next time we are on Oahu and can’t wait to do more tours.
We loved the option for pickup at our hotel. It saved us the stress of driving and we got to watch the scenery along the way.
We did the movie sites tour which was very informative and fun to see the sites of the movies and tv shows we had watched.
We then enjoyed the buffet lunch in the ranch house and it was delicious!
We ended our day with the ocean voyage and enjoyed 2 different boats in a beautiful setting!
We cannot wait to return and will probably book the Jurassic adventure and secret island.
There are so many tours and activities to choose from!
We loved the option for pickup at our hotel. It saved us the stress of driving and we got to watch the scenery along the way.
We did the movie sites tour which was very informative and fun to see the sites of the movies and tv shows we had watched.
We then enjoyed the buffet lunch in the ranch house and it was delicious!
We ended our day with the ocean voyage and enjoyed 2 different boats in a beautiful setting!
We cannot wait to return and will probably book the Jurassic adventure and secret island.
There are so many tours and activities to choose from!
Written 4 January 2023
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We’re glad to know that you had fun with these tours. Hope to see you again in the future!
Written 9 January 2023
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desifoto
Ashland, WI1,044 contributions
The tour guides were great. We thought it was going to be all on the ocean on a big catamaran, but it wasn’t though. We spent half the time in a massive pond on what I’m assuming they were calling a catamaran and then a very short stint on the ocean on a boat. We were both like, “That was it?” when we got off the ocean part of the tour. I still loved seeing the turtles and views at last.
Written 12 March 2025
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Thank you for your feedback! We really appreciate your review :-)
Written 17 March 2025
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Jordz
Auckland, New Zealand147 contributions
If you’re after a relaxing ocean ride with views that will leave you speechless, this is for you. Two boat rides and a shout out to Kylie and the crew! Knowledgeable, funny, and friendly. All tours state that they go ahead no matter the weather, so be aware. Probably wouldn’t be much fun in the rain. Even had a friendly dog on board which was another highlight personally. Noted no bathrooms or toilet stops once tour commences but there are toilets at the visitor centre so go before hand.
Written 14 February 2025
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Mahalo for letting us be part of your Hawaii experience! Aloha!
Written 28 February 2025
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Joe
San Diego, CA3 contributions
Feb 2023
Ocean tour was a great way to see the majestic views of the area. Tevin was our guide and he was very engaging, informative and sometimes funny. We loved riding over the "pond" and the story behind it then taking a trip out to sea with some fun bumpy waves along the way.
We also enjoyed how we were on the turf of many popular movies and shows. I could almost remember scenes from 50 First Dates or the crashed airplane from Lost as we scooted by.
Staff even helped take memorable photos with our own phones of all the great backdrops while over the water.
We also enjoyed how we were on the turf of many popular movies and shows. I could almost remember scenes from 50 First Dates or the crashed airplane from Lost as we scooted by.
Staff even helped take memorable photos with our own phones of all the great backdrops while over the water.
Written 25 February 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to review us! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and look forward to seeing you again! Mahalo!!
Written 27 February 2023
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Virginia46,586 contributions
Mar 2022
We booked the Secret Island and Catamaran Tour. Our guide (I wrote his name but I can’t find it) was excellent. Our first stop was the 800-year-old Hawaiian fishpond. Here we were able to touch a jellyfish and saw baby sea horses. Known as Moli’I, the fishpond is the largest on Oahu and is one of four on the entire island. In the “Lost” series, the pond is where the submarines came and from the island. We walked a pathway to the secret island beach. Onboard a catamaran for the second part of the tour, our guide provided an overview of the area and then we were free to either sit on the shaded first level or to go on top for better panoramic views. Some of us saw sea turtles as we sailed the ocean to Chinaman’s Hat and back. This tour may be too laid back for adventure seekers, but we found it to be relaxing, informative, and enjoyable.
Written 27 May 2022
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We pride ourselves on excellent customer service, and it is awesome to see that you felt we did a good job! Thanks for visiting, and mahalo for taking the time to share your experience with others!
Written 29 May 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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