Hawaii tour company Hawaii Nautical has taken delivery of a new rigid inflatable boat (RIB) built for sightseeing trips.
Designed by Naiad Design of New Zealand, Olohana measures 12.5 metres long and features a hull design that ensures optimal stability and speed in both calm and challenging waters.
The vessel's custom finishes include meticulously selected upholstery, canvas, vinyl, and deck materials tailored to meet Hawaii Nautical’s operational requirements. Additional enhancements include black rub rails, web gates, updated hatches, and a custom collar colour.
Olohana is designed to handle a wide range of activities, from coastal navigation to operations in diverse marine conditions. Power is provided by three Yamaha F300 outboard engines, which can propel the boat to speeds in excess of 34 knots.
The RIB also includes a Naiad-designed "swim club" side door in the collar system. These unique doors have an aluminium structure that hinges on the bottom, dropping to extend the side decks outboard. A telescoping swim ladder deploys off the boarding doors very close to the waterline.