Holo Holo Charters Named #1 Best Boat Tour—Again!
Two years in a row? Somebody pinch us! We are beyond stoked to announce that Holo Holo Charters has once again been voted #1 on Newsweek’s Best Boat Tour 2025 list. We’re talking about the best of the best—chosen by Newsweek readers, travel pros, and adventure lovers who know a top-tier tour when they see one.
The competition was fierce, with incredible tours spanning from Niagara Falls to the Nāpali Coast. But once again, our Kauaʻi-based crew and world-class boats have set the gold standard for unforgettable ocean adventures. Check out this year’s top 10:
- Holo Holo Charters | Eleʻele, Kauaʻi, HI 🏆
- Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady | Chicago, IL
- Maid of the Mist | Niagara Falls, NY
- Go Rio: San Antonio River Cruise | San Antonio, TX
- Cap’n Rod’s Lowcountry Boat Tours | Georgetown, SC
- Killgore Adventures | White Bird, ID
- Sail the Outer Banks | Manteo, NC
- Spirit of Ethan Allen | Burlington, VT
- Red and White Fleet | San Francisco, CA
- Alpena Shipwreck Tours | Alpena, MI
From epic waterfall cruises to historic shipwreck tours, this list proves there’s no shortage of jaw-dropping boat adventures in the U.S. But if you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that blends awe-inspiring landscapes, thrilling snorkeling, and top-tier hospitality, well—you know where to find us!
More Than Just an Award—It’s a Legacy 🌊✨
This isn’t the first time we’ve taken home top honors. We’ve also been named:
- USA Today 10Best’s #1 Best Boat Tour in America
- Newsweek’s #1 Best Boat Tour two years running
- Trip Advisor’s Traveler’s Choice Award winner in 2021 & 2022
We pour our heart and soul into every tour, and we couldn’t be prouder to represent Hawaiian-built boats, local expertise, and sustainable adventure on the world stage. Our fleet of four (and growing!) offers daily sightseeing and snorkeling tours along the legendary Nāpali Coast and the “Forbidden Island” of Niʻihau—taking guests on a journey they’ll never forget.
Pioneering Eco-Friendly Adventures 🌱
We’re not just about chasing sunsets and spotting dolphins (though, let’s be real, that’s a huge perk). We’re also leading the way in sustainable tourism by investing in cutting-edge, energy-efficient diesel marine outboard technology—the first tour boat company in Hawaiʻi to do so! Because protecting the ocean we love is just as important as exploring it.
Mahalo to Our Guests & Newsweek 📰💙
This honor wouldn’t be possible without our incredible guests who trust us with their adventures, our hard-working crew who make magic happen daily, and Newsweek for recognizing what makes Holo Holo Charters so special.
So what are you waiting for? Come see why we’re America’s #1 Best Boat Tour (again!). The sea is calling, and adventure awaits. 🌊☀️🐠