Upscale Power Catamaran for Whale Watching & More in Dana Point

Escape to the coast for a 5-star experience! Hoku Nai’a is a fast and stable 65-foot power catamaran with attractive décor throughout the vessel that celebrates Dana Point’s famous surfing culture and recognition as the World’s Whale Capital®. Give your guests a space to relax, unwind, and connect with an unforgettable experience. This vessel is superb for events both small and large! There are many customizable itineraries including: • Anniversary Party • Ash Scattering at Sea • Birthday Celebration • Catalina Island Adventure • Christmas Gathering • Corporate Team Building • Dinner Cruise • Dolphin & Whale Watching • Family Reunion • Harbor Tour • Live Music Excursion • Meeting Accommodations • Sightseeing Coastal Cruise • Sunset Safari • Wedding • Wine/Beer Tasting • And More Hoku Nai'a is Dana Point's largest upscale vessel! The main deck has wide windows on both sides that offer plenty of viewing opportunities and is fully enclosed for climate control. Three couches provide a cozy spot to unwind and converse. Also on the main deck, for those who would like to have refreshments, a large buffet and bench seats with surfboard tables are ideal. There are two restrooms on the first floor. A custom-built salad bar buffet inside the main cabin offers a wide variety of options for displaying and serving refreshments during your charter. Two stainless steel professional-grade barbeques onboard offer fresh cuisine with a wide range of flavors. Adjacent to the grills on the main deck is an outdoor bar featuring a stainless steel sink and a backlit countertop. This is yet another excellent location for refreshments! On the second floor, the partially covered observation deck has an illuminated bar, a dance floor, an area for a 3-person band or DJ, and even a foosball table. Hoku Nai'a can host live music performances by a band or DJ. Live music provides a captivating and dynamic form of entertainment that can engage your event's guests and create a memorable atmosphere. A multi-color backlit bar top adds a visually appealing style and a fun atmosphere to any event. Our bar serves a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Whether you want an open bar, hosted bar, your charter coordinator will help you make all the arrangements. The observation deck also has cushioned bench seating with custom wildlife artwork and is partially covered for sun protection. This deck provides an excellent elevated platform for viewing whales and dolphins. Hoku Nai'a is operated by our professional Captain and crew.  Dana Point, CA, is the Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital of the World® and the first Whale Heritage Site in the Americas. Experience year-round whales and dolphins including blue whales (May – Oct.), gray whales (Dec. - May), fin whales, humpback whales, minke whales and more, plus 5 species of dolphins that can number in herds up to 10,000! Rare dolphins like orcas and pilot whales can be seen at any time. You could also see sea lions and seals, pelagic birds, and various species of fish. PASSENGERS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO SWIM FROM THE BOAT. Just a couple miles from shore the depth quickly drops to thousands of feet which presents many inherent dangers including sharks.