There's only one catamaran that boards directly on Waikiki Beach, and it's named after the cocktail it's famous for. The Maita'i Catamaran Friday Night Fireworks Sail is the most accessible and family-friendly way to watch Waikiki's legendary Friday night fireworks from the water — no harbor, no shuttle, just walk to the beach behind the Sheraton Waikiki and step aboard.
Once you're out on the open Pacific, the city transforms. The Waikiki skyline glitters from end to end, Diamond Head rises dark against the deepening sky, and the Ko'olau Mountains glow in the last light of the day. The open bar pours all night — this is the Maita'i Catamaran, after all — with signature Mai Tai cocktails, beer, wine, champagne, spritzers, juices, and soft drinks flowing throughout the full 90-minute cruise. Grab a spot on the safety nets at the bow, feel the Pacific swell beneath you, and let the night come to you.
When the Hilton Hawaiian Village fireworks launch at approximately 7:45 PM, you're already positioned on the open ocean. No buildings cutting off your view. No packed beach. Just open sky, open water, and the Friday night fireworks lighting up Waikiki from above.
Perfect For
- Families with children looking for a front-row fireworks experience
- Date nights and anniversary celebrations in Waikiki
- Friend groups and birthday celebrations
- Visitors staying near Waikiki Beach who want the easiest possible departure
- Anyone who wants the Friday night fireworks from the water with an open bar included