Effective Date: June 16, 2026

Welcome to Hawaii Oceanic.

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Hawaii Oceanic website, services, reservations, tours, activities, and related communications.

By using this website or booking any service, you agree to these Terms.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website, making a reservation, or participating in any Hawaii Oceanic activity, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree, do not use the website or purchase services.

Reservations and Purchases

All reservations are subject to availability.

Prices, schedules, and offerings may change without notice.

A reservation is not confirmed until payment has been successfully processed and confirmation has been issued.

SMS and Electronic Communications Consent

By providing your email address or mobile phone number during booking, you consent to receive electronic communications related to your reservation and participation in Hawaii Oceanic activities.

These communications may include:

  • Booking confirmations

  • Reservation reminders

  • Check-in instructions

  • Safety information

  • Schedule changes

  • Weather-related updates

  • Customer service communications

Message and data rates may apply.

You may opt out of SMS communications by replying STOP.

You acknowledge that electronic communications may be necessary for the operation of your reservation.

Tour Requirements

Participants are responsible for:

  • Arriving on time

  • Following crew instructions

  • Providing accurate reservation information

  • Complying with all safety requirements

  • Meeting any age, health, swimming, or participation requirements described for the activity

Failure to comply may result in removal from an activity without refund where permitted by applicable policies.

Ocean Activities and Assumption of Risk

Ocean-based activities involve inherent risks that cannot be eliminated.

These risks may include:

  • Weather conditions

  • Ocean currents

  • Waves

  • Marine life interactions

  • Equipment failures

  • Injuries

  • Illness

  • Property damage

  • Death

By participating, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with the activity to the fullest extent permitted by law.

These Terms do not replace any separate liability waiver that may be required before participation.

Cancellations and Operational Changes

Tours may be modified, delayed, rescheduled, or cancelled due to:

  • Weather

  • Ocean conditions

  • Mechanical issues

  • Safety concerns

  • Regulatory requirements

  • Events beyond our reasonable control

Refund eligibility is governed by the cancellation policy applicable to your reservation.

Force Majeure

Hawaii Oceanic shall not be liable for delays, interruptions, or inability to perform caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including:

  • Weather

  • Natural disasters

  • Government actions

  • Labor disputes

  • Utility failures

  • Internet outages

  • Public health emergencies

User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Violate applicable laws

  • Interfere with website operations

  • Attempt unauthorized access to systems

  • Submit fraudulent information

  • Engage in abusive or threatening behavior toward staff or guests

We reserve the right to refuse service where necessary to protect safety, operations, or legal compliance.

Intellectual Property

All website content, including text, images, graphics, logos, videos, designs, and trademarks, is owned by or licensed to Hawaii Oceanic.

No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written permission.

Reviews and User Content

If you submit reviews, comments, photos, videos, testimonials, or other content, you grant Hawaii Oceanic a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, reproduce, modify, and publish such content for business and promotional purposes.

You represent that you have the rights necessary to grant this license.

Photography and Video

Participants may be photographed or recorded during tours and activities.

Unless prohibited by law, you grant Hawaii Oceanic permission to use photographs, video, and audio recordings containing your likeness for marketing, promotional, educational, and business purposes without additional compensation.

If you do not wish to be included, please notify staff before your activity.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hawaii Oceanic disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hawaii Oceanic and its owners, officers, employees, contractors, affiliates, and agents shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from:

  • Website use

  • Reservation services

  • Electronic communications

  • Participation in activities

  • Delays or cancellations

Where liability cannot be excluded, total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the customer for the specific reservation giving rise to the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Hawaii Oceanic and its affiliates from claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising from:

  • Your violation of these Terms

  • Your negligence or misconduct

  • Your participation in activities

  • Your violation of applicable laws

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Hawaii without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Venue

Any dispute arising from these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Hawaii, and you consent to the jurisdiction of those courts.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any applicable waivers or reservation policies, constitute the entire agreement between you and Hawaii Oceanic regarding the services provided.

Contact Information

Hawaii Oceanic

Website: https://hawaiioceanic.com

Email: hawaiioceanic@gmail.com

Phone: 808-209-9680