Oahu · OAHU TURTLE SNORKEL TOURS
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Boat size, departure coast and water time matter as much as the wildlife. First-timers should value clear instruction and easy water entry; confident swimmers may prefer a smaller group and more time over the reef.
Full-day Oahu circle island tour with Diamond Head sunrise views, Dole Plantation, and North Shore sea turtle snorkeling, plus pickup.
“It was a great tour getting to see lots of stops around the island. I had no idea just how big Oahu really is.”
Snorkel Turtle Canyons from Waikiki in a guided, gear-provided 2-hour outing, with turtle and fish spotting plus possible dolphins or whales.
“Wear bathing suit under clothes. It is a “no shoe” boat so wear old shoes to leave on dock. Plenty of sunscreen!”
Snorkel Turtle Canyon from Waikiki with a short boat ride, top gear, sea turtles and fish, then relax on floating platforms. From $85.
“Friendly staff, we were able to see lots of turtles! Great experience and we would highly recommend!”
Snorkel in Turtle Canyon off Waikiki on a Hawea catamaran, see green sea turtles and reef life, then sail back with snacks and drinks.
“The boat is top notch, as were the crew! I’ve been on many a catamaran snorkel adventure and this was one of my favorite!”
Sail Waikiki on a catamaran, snorkel Turtle Canyon with Hawaiian green sea turtles, and get easy crew coaching for a 2-hour outing.
“First timer here. I thought that the staff really cared about our safety and made sure we were with them in the water.”
Waikiki’s Turtle Canyon snorkel puts you in the water with green sea turtles, reef fish, and Diamond Head views, plus drinks and gear.
“It’s really fun and chill. The crew members are super friendly, nice and super helpful with the kids.”
Family-friendly catamaran snorkel in Turtle Canyon from Kewalo Harbor, with sea turtles, included gear, and lifeguard support.
“Amazing snorkeling experience for the kids! The crew was extremely professional and wonderful with our girls! We saw four turtles up close and tons of beautiful fish. The crew supervises from the water and you wear a life preserver belt so it’s perfectly safe for beginners. Highly recommended!”
Waikiki Turtle Canyons cruise and snorkel with Living Ocean Tours. Swim with sea turtles, spot dolphins, and enjoy snacks for $89.
“Great experience! Family of 5 ages 7-50 and the staff were beyond helpful at all times! Felt very safe and supported for even the least confident of swimmers. Would definitely recommend and Kev and his team were absolutely brilliant! Only downside is that we couldn’t tip - we forgot cash and the apps wouldn’t let UK residents download but absolutely would have. Great team 🙌🏻 and thank you 😊”
Small group Turtle Canyon snorkeling from Waikiki on a 28-foot speedboat. Gear, snacks, and sea turtles included, max 6 people.
“Small group tour was ideal for our family. Much more personal and felt safer. Thanks for a great experience!”
Semi-private Turtle Canyon snorkel from Honolulu on a fast zodiac, gear provided, small 6-person limit, sea turtle spotting promise for $109.
“Great boat ride! Didn't see many turtles and it was still wonderful! Such a warm, sunny, beautiful day!”
Small Waianae boat cruise to find wild dolphins, snorkel with sea turtles, enjoy lunch, and winter humpback whale chances.
“Amazing!!! Saw sea turtles and 3 different species of dolphins! Great time, loved that we got picked up from the hotel and dropped off. Favorite part of the trip, highly recommend!”
Snorkel at Waikiki Turtle Canyon near green sea turtles on a 50-foot catamaran from Kewalo Basin, with gear, instruction, and possible dolphins.
2-hour snorkeling boat trip from Honolulu to Turtle Canyon for sea turtles, coral caverns, Diamond Head views, and snacks included for about $85.
“The girls were great! Only thing we wish is we were having so much fun that the time flew by to fast! We could have been out there all day!”
A small-group Waikiki snorkeling trip to Turtle Canyon with **turtle sightings guaranteed**, lifeguard-certified guides, and 50 minutes in the water.
“this young crew does an excellent job guiding you around , finding turtles and keeping both you and the turtles safe.”
Small-group Turtle Canyon snorkeling off Waikiki with expert guides, clean catamaran, gear, and local drinks, max 6 people.
“So beautiful, love the small charter experience! Maciel & Sam were a fun & knowledgeable crew that gave us good local recs too!”
