15 Sailing Trips in the USA Worth Booking

1.Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,362 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $57Our pick

Cruise to Shell Island from Panama City Beach for dolphin spotting, snorkeling, paddleboarding, a waterslide, and three relaxed hours at sea.

“The experience was a whole vibe! The crew was phenomenal! (Capt Heath, Sarah and Emma thank you so much!) People of all ages were singing, dancing, and vibing! It was a blast! We did see dolphins playing and it was my first time snorkeling! I definitely highly recommend and will do it again next time I visit!”

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2.Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,232 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85

Snorkel Kealakekua Bay from Kona on a power catamaran with dolphins, reef fish, lunch, volcanic coast views, and a friendly crew.

“this was a great trip! it was our second time on this trip and it was just as good as the first! Aiden is awesome and the whole team ensured your safety and comfort. highly recommend!!”

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3.Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,109 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

Snorkel with green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon from Waikiki, with catamaran views, lunch, drinks, and a free return cruise if needed.

“Great crew, great views of diamond head and waikiki, great refreshments, awesome snorkeling, saw 5-6 sea turtles, gliding, surfacing, great fun..”

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4.Sunset & Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,867 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $57

Review of Panama City Beach’s 2-hour sunset dolphin catamaran cruise, with sailing, drinks, music, dock games, and practical booking tips.

“Very attentive and friendly crew, magical views, special experience that I will remember forever! amazing”

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5.Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,655 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Review of Waikiki’s Hawea catamaran snorkel tour, with Turtle Canyon, green sea turtles, reef fish, sailing, tips, price, and practical details.

“This was a well organized snorkeling trip. Boat was nice and crew were great and friendly. We saw many turtles whole snorkeling”

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6.Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,420 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49

Snorkel Turtle Canyon from Waikiki on a roomy catamaran with turtles guaranteed, friendly guides, gear, snacks, and a small group.

“Had a great experience. Lucy was incredible. Can't thank her enough for helping out with my 6 year old daughter.”

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7.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 979 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

See Maui humpback whales from a spacious catamaran with whale songs, expert narration, drinks, and two hours on Maalaea Bay.

“Bought this for my son and daughter-in-law for their honeymoon. They absolutely loved it and they saw so many whales. They sent me videos and even I was amazed! Highly recommend!”

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8.Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 936 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $76

Snorkel Turtle Canyon from Waikīkī on a family-friendly catamaran with gear, lifeguards, Diamond Head views, turtles, and a drink included.

“Was able to see (and swim with) over a dozen turtles and variety of fish! It was an amazing experience.”

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9.2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 899 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98

Review of Miami’s private two-hour yacht cruise, with waterfront views, music, BYO drinks, onboard restroom, fees, and booking tips.

“We had an incredible experience, and our captain was absolutely fantastic! If you're considering booking this adventure, don't hesitate—trust me, you won’t regret it!”

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10.Waikiki Signature Sunset Catamaran Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 890 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Review of Oahu’s Waikiki sunset catamaran sail, with Diamond Head views, drinks, snacks, pickup details, pricing, and practical tips.

“Crew was wonderful!! Had an amazing experience being out on the ocean for sunset cruise. The sunset was spectacular.”

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11.Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 797 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $183

Review of Kona’s deluxe catamaran snorkel cruise, with dolphin watching, meals, water slides, practical tips, costs, and honest snorkeling advice.

“My wife got sick before the trip and I canceled ahead of time. They did not offer a refund despite my advanced notice. As a Hawaii resident, I’ll never book with them again.”

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12.Kenai Fjords National Park Catamaran Cruise w/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 736 reviews · from $265

Cruise Kenai Fjords from Seward aboard a stable catamaran for glaciers, whales, sea otters, puffins, and a deli lunch.

“Excellent in one word. Definitely must do day trip for anyone visiting Alaska.”

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13.Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 709 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Sail Panama City Beach at sunset aboard the Privateer, with dolphins, music, one free drink, Gulf views, and a full bar for two hours.

“I went with my 8 year old son. So much fun!!! We would go back. We saw so many dolphins. There was music playing and it was so relaxing and beautiful.”

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14.Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 692 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Watch Fort Lauderdale’s sunset from a sailing catamaran, with Millionaires Row, Port Everglades, champagne, music, and a cash bar.

“This cruise was amazing! The crew did a very nice job on the water. We were lucky enough to catch some dolphins as well! 100% recommend this sunset cruise!”

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15.Evening Yacht Cruise with Optional Dining in St. Petersburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 590 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Best value

Review of St. Petersburg’s evening yacht cruise, with Gulf views, dancing, live music, optional dinner, drinks, costs, and practical tips.

“It was a fun evening with friends! At was dark so a little difficult to see views. Food was optional but most people had dinner. The captain had an emergency so we were 30 late leaving. I would suggest more description with food details in listing. Overall a good time!”

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