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Oahu Gondola Rides: Our Top 7

7 rides  ·  from $98 a seat

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 oahu gondola rides worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Valentine's Waikiki Gondola Cruise - Choosing Between Daylight, Sunset, and Evening
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Valentine’s Waikiki Gondola Cruise

1.Valentine’s Waikiki Gondola Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $250Our pick

Waikiki’s intimate gondola cruise pairs canal views, Diamond Head, sunset lights, pastries, music, and Hawaiian hospitality.

“Relaxing and entertaining. We enjoyed the gondola ride with pretty scenery. Elliott and Sean were fantastic guides. The lemon cream pastries and chocolate covered macadamia nuts were terrific!”

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Fireworks Waikiki Gondola Cruise -lots of fun- - The Friday Fireworks at Hilton Hawaiian Village
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Fireworks Waikiki Gondola Cruise -lots of fun-

2.Fireworks Waikiki Gondola Cruise -lots of fun-

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $128

Review of Waikiki’s intimate fireworks gondola cruise, including views, inclusions, price, weather rules, cancellation terms, and who should book.

“Looks like it is amazing sounds like it is amazing but we didn’t make it to our boat on time and were very sad so we will try again next time we come we got matching tattoos for our anniversary like we do every year and they took longer then expected but we will be back and we will definitely go check it out and write a review”

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Oahu: Luxury Gondola Cruise with Drinks and Pastries - Three Bridges, the Harbor, and Magic Island
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Oahu: Luxury Gondola Cruise with Drinks and Pastries

3.Luxury Gondola Cruise with Drinks and Pastries

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 42 reviews · 45 minutes - 1 hour · from $98Cheapest seat

Cruise Honolulu by Italian gondola with pastries, drinks, singing, Diamond Head views, and a calm, intimate ride for couples and families.

“The time on this tour was above and beyond a great experience! Worth the money and time! This family own business cares about how well of a time you have on this tour. They are a very friendly family and very accommodating. I would definitely do it again and recommend you share this experience with your friends or family. This tour is for all. When I return to Hawaii I will definitely be booking again with them.”

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Valentine's Venetian Gondola Cruise in Waikiki - Cruising the Ala Wai Harbor and canal
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Valentine’s Venetian Gondola Cruise in Waikiki

4.Valentine’s Venetian Gondola Cruise in Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $250

Review of Waikiki’s Valentine’s Venetian Gondola Cruise, with sunset views, Diamond Head, canal history, pricing, tips, and booking advice.

“My co-worker took this tour for his Anniversary and said it was great, so I decided to schedule a tour for Valentine’s Day. The staff was great and very well organized. Even had umbrellas and a blanket for us since it started drizzling. The ambiance and the tour guides were awesome! They were very knowledgeable about the island and very hospitable. I would definitely recommend this tour for a special date night as it is very romantic. They even had non-alcoholic champagne and various desserts for us. It can seat 2 couples, so it would even be nice to do it on a double date. I would definitely do it…”

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Valentine's Private Gondola Cruise in Waikiki with Drinks, Pastry - The 45-minute daytime route through the Ala Wai
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Valentine’s Private Gondola Cruise in Waikiki with Drinks, Pastry

5.Valentine’s Private Gondola Cruise in Waikiki with Drinks, Pastry

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)

Review of Waikiki’s private Valentine’s gondola cruise, with lei greetings, drinks, pastry, music, Diamond Head views, and practical booking tips.

“My girlfriend and I had the most wonderful time. The conversation was amazing during the entire trip making for a perfect evening for Valentine’s Day. Kisses under the bridge, chocolate moose, soft Italian music….who could complain?”

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Aloha Gondola Cruise with Drinks & Pastries - Starting at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor
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Aloha Gondola Cruise with Drinks & Pastries

6.Aloha Gondola Cruise with Drinks & Pastries

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $128

Review of Oahu’s Aloha Gondola Cruise, with Waikiki canal views, Diamond Head scenery, drinks, pastries, lei, pricing, and booking tips.

“This turned out better than I could have ever planned. They go above and beyond to make your experience be as great as it can be. Mines was a wedding proposal, and Elliot gave us all the bells and whistles. Small Family owned so they care about the details. 5 star, if you want a special memory and a beautiful evening with the city lights book this at night..glad I made that choice.”

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Private Valentine's cruise on a Gondola in waikiki - Meeting at the Ala Moana Boulevard marina
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Private Valentine’s cruise on a Gondola in waikiki

7.Private Valentine’s cruise on a Gondola in waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Review of Waikiki’s private Valentine’s gondola cruise, with sunset views, lei greetings, desserts, serenades, pricing, and practical tips.

“It was fun for a “local” couple to see the Ala Wai from a different perspective in a gondola. Wish it was longer. Unique tourist type experience for someone who grew up in Honolulu and not Venice. Great Gondoleer and host’s with food and drink.”

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