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About our Beer Tasting Boat Cruise
A craft beer tasting on our catamaran is a unique experience that offers you the chance to sample craft beers from local breweries while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Dana Point Harbor.
The Brews Cruise includes a sunset harbor tour.
Whether you’re a seasoned beer lover or just getting started, this is a great way to learn more about the craft beer industry and find your new favorite beers.
September 15 Featured Brewery – Brewery X
Brewery X believes that beer is more than just a liquid in a glass. It’s about the people we cross paths with and the friendships we make over a pint.
Captain Dave’s Brews Cruise includes 12 ounces total of local craft beer to taste test.
Breweries will have a beer expert on board to answer all your questions.
Additional servings of beer, wine, spritzers, soda, and water are available to purchase.
Live Music
Our beer tasting boat cruise includes live musical performances that span genres.
As the sun dips below the horizon, casting warm hues across the sky, the stage comes alive with a vibrant musical ensemble, poised to entertain you throughout the sunset harbor cruise. Feel the rhythm in your bones as you’re carried away by the seamless blend of sound and scenery.
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(Subject to change)
September 15: Steel Drums
September 22: Rascalin
Beer Tasting Cruise Itinerary
On the main deck, surfboard tables with bench seats provide a comfortable place to hang out away from the elements. Panoramic windows on both sides offer views of the scenery.
Upstairs, on the second deck, enjoy the gorgeous sunset, refreshing ocean breeze, and stunning harbor views while sampling distinctive craft beer. Breweries will have a beer expert on board to answer all your questions. Or, dance the night away on our wooden dance floor!
After enjoying your samples, you’ll be able to buy more beer, wine, hard seltzers, soda, and water.
The Beer Tasting Cruise will last 2 hours.
About the Boat
Hoku Nai’a is a super stable catamaran and the largest vessel in our fleet, making her perfect for a beer tasting boat cruise!
This 65-foot vessel is designed for passenger comfort and panoramic views from both the main deck and elevated observation deck.
There are two restrooms available on the main deck.
You will enjoy a beautifully appointed interior with upscale décor throughout the vessel that celebrates Dana Point’s famous surfing culture and recognition as the Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital of the World®.
On the first floor, the main deck is fully enclosed for climate control. As you enter, a lounge area with three sofas provides a comfortable place to relax and chat. Moving forward of the lounge are plenty of bench seats with tables. And towards the front of the boat is a large buffet. Large windows on both sides provide panoramic viewing angles.
Heading upstairs to the second floor, the observation deck has ample cushioned bench seating and is covered for added sun protection. A full bar is available for purchasing refreshments including water, soft drinks, beer, and wine.
Hoku Nai’a Virtual Tour
For an “auto tour” video walk-through, click on the play button in the lower left corner. It may take a couple of minutes to show.
Testimonials
What a great time we had celebrating my husband’s birthday on this inaugural voyage of the Brews Cruise! We will definitely do it again!! Crew was fun and engaging!
– Melissa and Doug Anderson
So much fun on this boat ride! The staff and crew from beginning to end were helpful and professional. Would absolutely do again!
– Megan Mikhail
Brewery X and staff! You guys were so great and so much fun! Looking forward to the next one!
– Danny De La Torre