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USA Catamaran Cruises: Our Top 15

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This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 usa catamaran cruises that earn the money, with what the meal and the bar cover and the one thing to check before you pay.

Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time - Shell Island: beach time with several ways to play
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Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

1.Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,362 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $57Our pick

Cruise from Panama City Beach to Shell Island on a roomy catamaran with Island Time Sailing. Look for wild dolphins, snorkel in St. Andrews Bay, paddle, use the waterslide, or walk the beach. Captain Clay, Heath, Keith, and crew members such as Emma and Sarah have helped make this a lively, family-friendly outing.

“Great time and super friendly staff! We saw some dolphins on the way out to shell island, before snorkeling. While we were snorkeling we were able to see fish, a baby stingray, lots of scallops and crabs. The crew made the day 😁”

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Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch - The main snorkel stop in clear, sheltered water
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Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

2.Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,232 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85

Cruise from Kona to historic Kealakekua Bay with a friendly crew that may include Captains Aiden or Bryce, Jordan, and Kiwami. Snorkel over clear reef, watch for dolphins and winter humpback whales, then enjoy sandwiches, fruit, snacks, and a scenic ride home.

“It is a very relaxed, go at your own pace snorkeling tour. The marine life was spectacular! I would do it again in a heartbeat!!!”

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Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed - Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the open-water ride
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Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

3.Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,109 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

Sail from Kewalo Basin to Turtle Canyon aboard the Honu Lani, a power catamaran carrying up to 40 people. Snorkel with a guide, watch for turtles, fish, dolphins, and winter whales, then enjoy lunch and drinks on the midday cruise. Crew members may include Chris, Natalie, Greta, Joey, or Whitney.

“Crew was super friendly, always offering to bring us drinks. We took the 8 AM so I didn’t drink any of the alcoholic drinks offered, and I was driving. But they had fun tropical cocktails as well as beer. The snacks were mini bags of potato chips, so if you are taking the morning excursion, you should eat breakfast first. Water was super calm, sometimes I get motion sickness, but it didn’t bother me at all. Two other people in the boat were extremely sick, but they had actually never been on a boat before. Description says three hours, but we were back at the dock by 10 AM, so…”

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Sunset & Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time - Key points to know before sailing
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Sunset & Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

4.Sunset & Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,867 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $57

Board Island Time Sailing at 5201 N Lagoon Drive for a two-hour sunset cruise through Grand Lagoon. You’ll pass St. Andrews State Park, watch for dolphins, enjoy music and bar service, and return for dockside dancing and games.

“This was the best time! Dolphins were jumping and such an incredible sunset! Christo, Audra, and Sara were the best! Christo made sure everyone got to see dolphins on their side of the catamaran while the ladies made sure all of us guests had drinks and the perfect pics to take home, taking many of the photos themselves. Perfect evening!!”

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Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran - A catamaran ride with Diamond Head and Waikiki views
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Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran

5.Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,655 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Meet at the Duke Kahanamoku Statue for a 2.5-hour catamaran trip to Turtle Canyon. Your crew provides snorkel gear, points out turtles, fish, octopuses, and reef life, then sails along Waikiki. Morning and afternoon departures are available, with drinks, cold brew, and granola bars included.

“Best snorkel tour! For someone who hasn’t done a snorkel tour in awhile this was perfect. The staff was excellent fun and so helpful. They all made the experience amazing. We saw 3 turtles and some fish. On the return ride tried to see whales but none some saw flying fish! Next time I come with fam I will book this tour. Smooth and way from booking to end of tour. Def worth it!”

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Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed - The crew makes the short trip feel personal
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Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

6.Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,420 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49

Join Oahu Catamarans at Ala Moana Harbor for a two-hour Turtle Canyon trip. Captain Krash and guides such as Lucy or Shannon may lead you to green sea turtles, tropical fish, dolphins, or whales. Gear, drinks, and snacks are included, with groups capped at 28 people.

“My daughter (8) has never snorkeled and isn’t a strong swimmer (neither am I). Shannon was so patient with her - allowing her to hang on to the surfboard and taking the time to ease her tension in the water. She went above and beyond to ensure she had a great experience! Lucy and the rest of the crew were wonderful also! We felt very safe and welcomed to their family business. I’m so happy we chose this company and would absolutely recommend to anyone! If we go snorkeling again, this is company we’d choose! Thanks for everything!”

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San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise - Choosing between the sheltered cabin and the trampoline deck
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San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

7.San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,342 reviews · 1 hour 35 minutes (approx.) · from $88

Board Adventure Cat at Pier 39 for a 1-hour-35-minute evening sail past Alcatraz and beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. You get one beer, wine, or non-alcoholic drink, with indoor and outdoor seating, multilingual audio guides, and warm jackets available when the bay turns cold.

“You have to do this if you are in San Fran! It made our trip! Truly once in a lifetime experience to sail under the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset! The ultimate date night! The crew were fabulous and made the whole trip fun!”

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San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran - Finding Gate J at Pier 39
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San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

8.San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,097 reviews · 1h 30m · from $90

Sail from Pier 39 on a 55- or 65-foot catamaran for 90 minutes of skyline, Alcatraz, Sausalito, and Golden Gate Bridge views. You get one complimentary drink, protected seating, open trampoline nets, and an English-speaking crew, with audio commentary listed in seven languages.

“It was a perfect final experience for us in SFO. Thanks to the crew and the weather!”

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Ma'alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran - Boarding at Maalaea Harbor
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Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

9.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 979 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

Cruise Ma'alaea Bay aboard Quicksilver’s roomy double-deck power catamaran from December through April. Your captain and crew explain humpback behavior, track blows and breaches, and use an underwater hydrophone so you can hear whale songs. Soda, juice, water, restrooms, and paid drinks are onboard.

“Captain Kiwi was very entertaining. We saw whales in several different locations leaving on the first boat departing in the morning. The service and crew were great. This was a nice value when you consider the costs of other whale watching options. We had good time!”

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Oahu Catamaran Waikiki Sunset on 40 Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOB - Heading toward Diamond Head
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Oahu Catamaran Waikiki Sunset on 40 Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOB

10.Oahu Catamaran Waikiki Sunset on 40 Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOB

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 836 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44Best value

Join Oahu Catamarans at 5:15 pm for a roughly two-hour sunset sail from Ala Moana Harbor. Expect Diamond Head views, Waikiki lights, complimentary pupus, music, and a BYOB setup for guests over 21. Captains such as Krash, Carlos, and Greg and crew members like Shannon and Lucy help keep the mood easygoing.

“Amazing sunset cruise! Crash and Shannon are truly fantastic hosts who made our entire trip smooth and wonderful.🌄”

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Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona - The boat is the attraction as much as the water
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Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona

11.Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 797 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $183

Sail from Kailua Pier aboard Body Glove’s accessible catamaran for about four and a half hours. You’ll get breakfast, lunch, gear, reef-safe sunscreen, nearly two hours at Red Hill, and chances to spot dolphins or whales. The slide, high jump, paddleboards, and attentive crew make this especially good for families.

“It was exactly what I expected. The crew were knowledgeable and organized. The snorkeling was fun, with plenty of time to go out several times. The food was good.”

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Seward: Kenai Fjords National Park Catamaran Cruise w/Lunch - Searching for whales, otters, and seabirds
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Seward: Kenai Fjords National Park Catamaran Cruise w/Lunch

12.Seward: Kenai Fjords National Park Catamaran Cruise w/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 736 reviews · from $265

Set out from Seward on a six-hour Major Marine Tours catamaran cruise through Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park. Captain Laura and other experienced captains point out whales, sea otters, puffins, sea lions, seals, and tidewater glaciers, with binoculars, lunch, warm drinks, and an onboard bar.

“The trip was excellent 👍 Great captain and the crew🤗, we saw glacier, beautiful views from the ocean, lots of animals including family of killer whales - we were lucky🍀😁. In spite of the weather -heavy rain- we had great time! Thank you ♥️”

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Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran - Why the dolphin search works best in late afternoon
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Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran

13.Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 709 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Spend about two hours aboard the Privateer catamaran with Captain Mike and crew, watching for dolphins and a Gulf sunset. You get one beverage, tropical music, and live music on selected evenings. The onboard bar sells snacks, cocktails, and Privateer Punch, with card payment only.

“Mike, Lamar, Jess and Jeff (singer/guitarist) were the best at Sunset Paradise Adventure!!! Even though it was raining the best experience ever, my family loved it and we saw SO MANY GROUPS OF DOLPHINS!!! This has to be the best experience we ever had. Thank you for making this the most memorable experience!”

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Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale - Mansions, megayachts, and Fort Lauderdale’s boating culture
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Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale

14.Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 692 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Set sail from Spirit of Lauderdale at 5:00 pm for a two-hour cruise past Millionaires Row, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach. The crew raises the sails offshore, with a complimentary champagne toast, shaded seating, restrooms, music, and a cash bar onboard.

“We enjoyed the sunset cruise for my wife’s birthday. Maria and captain Jim made the experience perfect.”

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Luxury Catamaran Cruise from Oahu - What the two-hour route actually shows you
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Luxury Catamaran Cruise from Oahu

15.Luxury Catamaran Cruise from Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 682 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Set out from Kewalo Basin or take paid Waikiki pickup for a two-hour Makani Catamaran cruise. Choose an afternoon or sunset departure, watch for dolphins, turtles, and seasonal whales, and enjoy one complimentary drink. Sunset trips add an Island-Style buffet and skyline views.

“We thought this was a sunset dinner cruise Only one table to sit. No narration of the area, just loud music. Did not care for the food either. The restrooms. Don't use them unless it is absolutely necessary. If you are over 55, think again before going.”

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