Set sail for an adventure aboard the sleek 40' catamaran
"HO'O NANEA"...

Sail along the picturesque North Shore to Waimea Bay area where we snorkel and picnic in the summer and watch whales frolic during the winter. Sunset cruises and special occasion sails all-year round. Learn more about the captain on our Blog page or check out some great links! Set sail for an adventure aboard the sleek 40' catamaran Ho'o Nanea, with Captain Don Germain. For one of the most exciting activities in Hawaii, join us on our whale watching tours during the winter, and our snorkel and picnic tour in the summer. Sail along the beautiful coast of the North Shore Oahu, from Haleiwa Harbor to famous Waimea Bay.

Hawaii is known the world over for our abundant marine life. In the warm, blue waters of Hawaii, humpback whales come every winter to birth their young. North Shore Catamaran Charters specializes in whale watching Hawaii. You will find Capt. Don Germain a delightful guide of this beautiful coastline, and a knowledgeable resource on Hawaiian marine life.

You get to see the Hawaii marine life up close with a (Hawaii snorkeling tour) aboard North Shore Catamaran Charters. The crew aboard the North Shore Catamaran Charters are expert Hawaii water men, and will educate you on the Hawaii marine life, including tropical fish and fascinating reef formations. If you are lucky, a "honu", or Hawaiian sea turtle, might join us in our journey. What is more fun than snorkeling Hawaii? Nothing! The warm Hawaiian waters will embrace you as you explore the sea life in our snorkeling Hawaii tour.

All that exercise works up quite an appetite! After your snorkeling Hawaii water time, climb back on board our comfortable vessel for a delicious deli lunch. Hawaii sailing is truly as good as it gets- enjoy a delicious lunch, a cold drink and the warm Hawaiian sun as you watch the dolphins jump from our comfortable Hawaii sailing boat.

If you are visiting the north shore Oahu during the winter months, please review our (whale watching Hawaii) section. This section is dedicated to both serious and novice whale watching. We enjoy providing resources and education on the humpback whale. Our whale watching Hawaii tours are inspired by these majestic, gentle creatures. We guarantee the whale watching sightings; our Hawaiian waters are both the breeding ground and birthing waters for these whales, who migrate from Alaska. Our whale watching Hawaii section provides more information on the whales, and additional resources for your enjoyment prior to your arrival.

Thank you for your interest in North Shore Catamaran Charters! We pride ourselves in providing the most personalized, professional Hawaii sailing tours, Hawaii snorkel tours and Hawaii whale watching tours available.

Spectacular Whale Watching Tour

Observe the giant Humpback whales of Hawaii as you sail across the deep blue waters of the famous North Shore Hawaii - the least crowded whale watching spot on Oahu Hawaii. Our quiet sailboat and small groups give you a personal and up-close experience of the North Shore. Hawaiian Humpback Whales, or na kohola, as they are called in Hawaii, are a very important part of the Hawaii marine biology ecosystem, a long standing icon in native Hawaiian culture and a delightful part of the Hawaii visitor experience during the winter months.

North Shore Catamaran Charters places a great emphasis on responsible tourism on north shore Oahu. It is our goal to help you experience the majestic whale watching Hawaii has to offer, while educating our guests and respecting the natural environment of the whales.

In order to fully appreciate Hawaii whale watching, you must have some basic education on the lifecycle, migration patterns and biology of the humpback whale. Whales are part of the Cetaceans family, which includes whales, dolphins and porpoises. These animals are not fish, but air-breathing, warm-blooded mammals that nurse their young. There are many species of cetaceans (83 to be exact), which range from the small; four foot Hectors Dolphin to the awe-inspiring Blue Whale (at 100 feet, the largest animal ever to live).

The two types of whales include odontocetes (toothed whales) and mysticetes (baleen whales). The toothed whales include sperm whales, killer whales, beaked whales, and all porpoises and dolphins. Most toothed whale species feed on food such as fish and squid. However, they can also be predators on whales, seals, sea lions and small dolphins.

Baleen whales consume large quantities of both food and water, and then "strain" the food out through their baleen, which is like a filter in their mouth. The result is the whale catches thousands of small fish and krill. Examples of baleen whales include blue, gray and humpback whales.

The humpback whale is grayish-black in color, and has white marking that are specific to each individual whale. The humpback whale is the fifth largest of the world' great whales. The newborn calves weigh an average of 1.5 tons at birth, and are 10-15 feet long. A mature humpback whale weight up to 80,000 pounds and are around 44 feet long. The oldest known humpback whale was 48 years old and the largest was 83ft long.

These mystical creatures join us on our Hawaii whale watching tours in the winter. To fully enjoy your whale watching tour, please be prepared with the following:

- Glasses or contacts if you need them.
- Still or video camera, with telephoto lens.
- A sense of wonder!

The experience of whale watching in Hawaii is a moving one. You are at once awed by the majesty of these creatures and humbled by your own fragility. Come join North Shore Catamaran Charters to learn more about whale watching in Hawaii.

Awesome photographers extravaganza.

Spectacular adventure of a lifetime.

Captain Don Germain knows where the majestic Humpbacks are and he will take you there as he shares the history of the islands!!!

Romantic Hawaii Sunset Cruise Year around

For those of you romantics out there, there is nothing more tranquil and romantic than a sunset sail on Oahu, Hawaii. Our Hawaii sailing sunset tour is an opportunity to enjoy the soft symphony of hues that make up a Hawaii sunset and unwind after a long day. Our professional crew will make this Hawaii sailing experience both memorable and relaxed.

Exciting Hawaii Snorkeling Tour & Picnic Safari May - October

During the summer months, North Shore Catamaran Charters shifts from our whale watching emphasis to sailing on the calmer summer waters of the north shore of Oahu.

Come aboard our beautiful 40' catamaran, Ho'o Nanea, and snorkel in the clear tropical water near famous Waimea Bay. Snorkeling Hawaii is an adventure into an underwater paradise. The living reefs of Hawaii are host to literally thousands of species of fish and other marine life. Snorkeling Hawaii allows our visitors to experience the natural wonder of Hawaii's warm waters, in a safe and educational environment.

Hawaii sailing is one of the most popular activities in Hawaii. Our Hawaii sailing vessel provides our visitors with a comfortable, smooth sailing experience. After exploring the underwater scenery while snorkeling Hawaii, come back aboard the Ho'o Nanea for a delicious lunch and cold drink.

An adventure into an underwater paradise of the North Shore. Our snorkeling trips combine the best of both worlds - a scenic sail along the North Shore Hawaii with dolphin and turtle sightings and snorkeling in an underwater reserve.

Exclusive Hawaii Sailing Charters

Plan an unforgettable day for your group or just your special someone by chartering our sleek catamaran for your personal charter touring the North Shore Hawaii.

Common Events we host

	Private Whale Watching Tours
	Private Snorkeling Charters
	Private Sunset Sailing Cruises
	Weddings
	Birthdays
	Family Reunions
	Retirement Parties
	Aloha Parties
	Group Tours
	Accomodations for Scattering Ashes
	Full Moon parties