Quick Details
Capacity: 149 passengers (perfect for groups small and large)
Year-round whales, dolphins, sea lions, sharks, birds, and more!
Prices vary by date and by number of passengers. Please contact us for prices.
Catering: We can make your cruise extra special with food and beverages. Let us know and one of our team will reach out to you promptly during business hours.
Bar: Illuminated bar top, beer on tap, and diverse drink selection available.
Additional Information:
Hoku Nai’a is Capt. Dave’s new double-deck power catamaran. This vessel is perfect for upscale boat rentals such as dinner cruises, harbor tours, birthday parties, a burial at sea, family reunion, corporate functions, Catalina Island adventures, daytime coastal experiences including whale watching and much more.
This fast and stable catamaran is specifically designed for passenger comfort and panoramic views from both the main deck and the elevated observation deck.
Hoku Nai’a is operated by our professional Captain and crew.
During your private boat rental of Hoku Nai’a, guests 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®.
Other special features include surfboard tables, an illuminated bar top, two barbecue grills, and a foosball table. Hoku Nai’a is fast and stable!
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 surfboard tables. Perfect for dining! And towards the front of the boat is a buffet. Large windows on both sides provide panoramic viewing angles.
Heading upstairs to the second floor, the observation deck has cushioned bench seating with custom wildlife artwork and is covered for added sun protection. The observation deck provides an excellent elevated platform for viewing whales and dolphins.
For specialty cruises and private charters, a dance floor and illuminated bar provide guests with entertainment and refreshments!
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.
On our catamaran boat rental, you’ll relax on a comfortable, well-appointed boat while enjoying your wildlife safari voyage. The spacious observation deck is perfect for dolphin and whale watching by giving you an elevated look at the animals.
Dana Point has year-round whales, dolphins, sea lions and other marine life. Dana Point is also the Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital of the World® and the first Whale Heritage Site in the Americas! Check out our whale watching sightings or discover when it’s the best time to go whale watching in Dana Point.
Hoku Nai’a is an upscale boat that provides comfort and incredible wildlife viewing opportunities for all guests. Catering is available and alcohol can be served during your private boat rental.
There is no minimum group size needed for a private boat rental on Hoku Nai’a.
Small groups will enjoy the extra space, whether on the bow or relaxing on the sofas inside. And who doesn’t like more elbow room in this post-pandemic landscape?
On Hoku Nai’a you are very unlikely to be splashed by the ocean. However, you can still be close enough to the whales to smell their breath!
Full catering, bar, and buffet options are available. Hoku Nai’a has two barbecue grills on board for freshly prepared cuisine. A beverage bar with illuminate countertop is on the second deck. Please ask your Charter Coordinator for more information.
Seated dining is available on both decks.
Yes, there are two bathrooms for guests.
Yes, there are enclosed and covered areas on Hoku Nai’a.
The first deck is fully enclosed. Large windows provide views of the coastline and wildlife.
On the second deck, roughly 75% of the area is covered. Some windows also provide wind protection.
Yes! On the first deck, three sofas provide a lounge-like atmosphere.
The 2nd floor observation deck features cushioned bench seating with custom engravings of whales, dolphins, and other marine life. If you’re thinking about a private boat rental, we promise that you’ll be very comfortable on our catamaran!
Fast! Hoku Nai’a is a great choice for extended private charters, including “staycations” to Catalina Island. Dana Point’s whale watching season is year-round, so there’s never a bad time for your private boat rental.
No age restrictions at all for private charters on Hoku Nai’a! Guests of all ages are welcome aboard this beautiful catamaran.
Definitely! Your Orange County whale watching tour will have experienced marine naturalists onboard providing entertaining live narration during the excursion.
Absolutely! Our private boat rental is great for wildlife photography, though be careful with expensive electronics on the bow.
Yes! Hoku Nai’a does not provide any sportfishing tours. Fishing can cause unintended bycatch that can result in injuries or death to other marine animals. We provide an environmentally friendly way for everyone to connect with nature.
All of our boats, Hoku Nai’a included, are U.S. Coast Guard inspected and certified for safety.
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