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MANA Captain's Log

Our handcrafted newletter about Hawaii & it’s upcoming, current & historical events, through the lense of MANA Cruises’ Captains & Crew.

Captain's Log

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Captain’s Log!

Aloha, Welcome to MANA Cruises’ new Captain’s Log! A captain’s log, also known as a ship’s log or vessel’s log, is a record of a ship’s activities and movements

December 16, 2022

The crew was amazing and the customer service we received on this excursion was outstanding. I travel with my 11 yr. old son.....the night before, Ellie asked me what he would like to eat for lunch. They provided him with tasty Chicken tenders and fries instead of "adult" lunch, which I so much appreciated and so did he. The catamaran was beautiful and very well maintained. Both captains were great.....fun, knowledgeable and great snorkel guides. They played fun music while on board, it was very laid back and relaxing. Total of 8 people on board, including both captains. Extremely private and enjoyable. If I could give them 10 stars I would.

Best thing we did on our vacay was book Mana Cruises! Great food, great drinks, incredible views and service. Highly recommended!

Amazing cruise with a great crew full of Aloha. Beautiful yatch with plenty of space to relax and enjoy. The captain and first mate were on point with the safety and they made sure we had everything we needed. We got to see turtles and spinner dolphins and snorkel in beautiful waters. After swimming they provide you with a warm shower and serve food and beverages. The boat is super clean and comfortable. We had the most relaxing time and beautiful experience out on the ocean and we would do it again without a doubt. Thank you Mana Cruises!

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5.0 407 reviews

Jennifer Scully ★★★★★ a month ago
12/9/2025- We just did the private charter with the Captain's Tasting menu out of Ko’Olina marina with Captain Travis … More and Taylor. If I could give them 10 stars I would. It was a beautiful day to sail, and we were fortunate enough to see both sea turtles and whales. The sunset was amazing, and the sea was very peaceful. The captain’s tasting menu was outstanding, and everybody loved the food. A huge thank you to Captain Travis and Taylor for making this such a wonderful experience for our family. 100% We would definitely recommend!!!
Jason Rhee ★★★★★ 3 months ago
It was an incredible experience! From the moment we contacted Mana, Ella was amazing and guided us to the perfect adventure! … More
Once we got on board, we were greeted kindly by Captain Travis and first-mate Taylor!
They were both tremendously knowledgeable, personable, and really made this experience one of a kind!
Once in the water, we got to snorkel and saw sea turtles, dolphins, and other ocean life! Having Taylor during our snorkel was also incredibly beneficial as she had so much knowledge of the ocean! Highly recommend for any couples and friends looking to have a special experience!
Rich Rochelle ★★★★★ 3 months ago
Amazing Sunset Cruise from Ko Olina!
This dinner cruise with Mana Cruises out of Ko Olina was amazing! Captain Travis, Kawika, … More and Mollie were such a great crew—friendly, fun, and really took care of everyone. The food and drinks were all included and absolutely delicious. We even got to snorkel, and they provided all the gear and made it super easy. The sunset views were stunning and the whole experience felt relaxed and special. Definitely something I’d do again!
Miranda Coombs ★★★★★ a month ago
I had the best day celebrating my mom’s birthday on Mana!
This is the most beautiful boat on the West side of Oahu!
It is … More so well maintained and cared for.
The crew is amazing! Tay, Vaun, and Marco make a fabulous team!
Vaun is excellent at finding wildlife, Tay is so smart and full of fun facts, and Marco is a skilled fisherman.
Emanuel the manager, has so much aloha spirit and makes booking very simple!
Mahalo Mana team!
Brooklyn Getzel ★★★★★ 2 months ago
100/10 could not recommend more!
First off, the text line for questions is phenomenal. Second they called to help with parking … More the day before! I found the parking, crew, and boat SO FAST. (Which is not always the case) I have waited over 30 minutes before.
The crew is the sweetest and have the BEST personalities!
They made us drinks before our glasses were even half empty and made sure we had all the water toys we could want.
The only downside is I wish it was longer cause I could spend 2 days with them!!!

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LOCATIONS

Ko Olina:
Ko Olina Marina
92-100 Waipahe Place,
Kapolei, HI 96707

Waikiki:
Ala Wai Boat Harbor
5 Holomoana St,
Honolulu, HI 96815

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