Hanauma Bay, Diamond Head & Maunalua Bay Duck Tour

Enjoy a sightseeing tour by DUCK to Hanauma Bay, Diamond Head, and Maunalua Bay. A minibus will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Koko Marina where you will be given snorkel equipment and then driven the rest of the way to Hanauma Bay to spend a few hours at the beautiful Marine Sanctuary. Van service is provided back to Koko Marina just in time to hop on board the duck at 1:30 pm for the return trip back to Wakiki.

Splashdown in Maunalua Bay with a 20 minute cruise in the ocean followed with a fully narrated drive along the shoreline on Diamond Head Road and through the prestigious Kahala Area with plenty of stories and fun history. There's a lot more to see than you would expect and when you're dropped off at your hotel you have a great adventure you can tell you friends about...Something fun and different!!

This is a great ride which is completely narrated. The snorkeling is included for free if you're up for it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do passengers have to climb steps?
A: Yes, there are 6 regular steps (not a ladder) with handrails, to board the DUCK.

Q: Do you have a place to store wheelchairs?
A: Yes, the back four seats in the vehicle are not sold, therefore, there is room for one or two wheelchairs to be stored if necessary.

Q: Are there restrooms on the DUCK?
A: No, we do not have restrooms.

Q: How many passengers can the DUCK take?
A: The DUCK can accommodate 30 passengers, however, operator recommends keeping the count at 25 per tour.

Q: What age is a children's rate?
A: Child rates are from ages 0-9.

Q: How old do you have to be?
A: All ages we've had them all, and they all have a great time.

Q: How long is the tour?
A: The tour is from 8:00 to approximately 2:30.

Q: Does the DUCK have air-conditioning?
A: No, the DUCK is a open air vehicle that lets the Hawaiian tradewind breezes in.

Q: Is the DUCK comfortable?
A: Yes, it is spacious and is has been retrofitted with soft, cushioned seats.

Q: Do passengers have to get out of the DUCK when it goes into the water?
A: No, DUCKS are amphibious. Passengers stay in, and when it splashes down they won't get wet!

Q: Will I get sick?
A: No, the DUCK is very stable so seasickness is usually not a problem.

Q: Is any food available on the tour? A: A No-Host lunch is available on both tours.

Q: Can we privately charter the DUCK for special events? A: Yes, we have charters available for any occasion.

Duck History

Originally manufactured by General Motors Corp. the DUKW is a 2.5-ton, six-wheel amphibious truck that was used during amphibious operations in World War II by the U.S. Army and Marine Corps. Its primary use was to ferry ammunition, supplies, and equipment from supply ships in transport areas offshore to supply dumps and fighting units at the beach. The DUKW (an acronym based on D-model year 1942, U-amphibian, K-all wheel drive, W-dual rear axles), called "duck," was shaped like a boat. It had a hollow airtight body for buoyancy and used a single propeller for forward momentum. It was designed according to Army criteria and was based on the Army's 2.5-ton truck. The vehicle was capable of carrying 25 soldiers and their equipment, an artillery piece, or 5,000 pounds of general cargo. At sea the vehicle could maintain a speed of 5 knots, and on land it could go 50 miles (80 kilometers) per hour. The United States produced 20,000 DUKWs during World War II. Through lend-lease the British were provided 2,000 of the trucks. The vehicle was first used in "Operation Husky," the invasion of Sicily in 1943.

In the Normandy Invasion of 1944, DUKWs were used by the infantry, engineers, rangers, artillery, and service support units. By ferrying weapons, troops, ammunition, and supplies to the beaches, they played a vital role in the overall success of the landing. Due to the high seas and to the overloading of vehicles, a number of accidents occurred. At Omaha Beach, for instance, the 1st Infantry Division attempted to deploy its 105-millimeter howitzers, gun crews, ammunition, and sand bags in DUKWs; 12 of the 13 DUKWs of the 111th Field Artillery Battalion sank. Six howitzers from the 7th Field Artillery and five howitzers belonging to the 16th Infantry Cannon Company also went to the bottom of the English Channel. These accidents caused a considerable loss of life. Still, the DUKW was a successful amphibious vehicle. The Engineer Special Brigades at Normandy used the DUKWs to great effect in the race to buildup forces and material. In the Pacific, both the Marine Corps and the Army also successfully employed the DUKW.

Hotel pick-up and drop-off is included. Child rate applies to children ages 9 and under. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 888-848-0733.