Waikiki Green Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour - Boat Excursion
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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkeling is an amazing way to experience Hawaii’s incredible marine life on Oahu’s south shore right in front of the Waikiki Skyline. Guests will have the opportunity to snorkel with Hawaii Green Sea turtles, numerous species of reef fish and every now and then we get surrounded by dolphins or a Humpback Whale breaching in the distance during Whale Season. INCLUSIONS: A fully equipped 50 foot motor catamaran with lots of cockpit and deck seating, onboard restroom, snorkeling equipment and instruction, USCG licensed Captain offering hands on snorkeling instruction. We strongly advise guests to be comfortable swimming. We will supply buoyancy vests onboard. Complimentary water will also be supplied onboard however please bring cash if you would like to purchase any soft drinks, alcohol, or light snacks. We suggest bringing a hat/visor, swimwear, cover-up, sunscreen, towels, binoculars, and a camera.
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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkeling is a great way to experience Hawaii’s ocean life on Oahu’s South Shore near the Waikiki Skyline aboard a 50' motor catamaran. Guests can snorkel with Hawaii Green Sea turtles, many reef fish, and sometimes see dolphins or a Humpback Whale breaching in the distance during Whale Season. • The boat is a comfortable cruising catamaran that offers shade, a restroom, a bar, and full snorkeling gear. • Free water is provided; alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. You may bring snacks. • The boat is conveniently located at Kewalo Basin Harbor, just 10 minutes from Waikiki. • Getting there: Limited free parking is available at the harbor, with paid parking nearby. Uber and Lyft can also access the marina. • Arrive 15 minutes early, as the boat departs on time. • Children ages 3-7 are considered ride along and cannot enter the water. • Infants 0-2 must stay with an adult and cannot enter the water.
Kewalo Basin is a historic harbor that once served as a Native Hawaiian fishing village and is now a bustling marina. This will be our meeting spot before heading out on the boat for snorkeling. As we gather here, you'll see fishing boats, luxury charters, and stunning ocean views, setting the stage for an unforgettable adventure.
While snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters, you'll be surrounded by vibrant marine life with the incredible Diamond Head as your backdrop. This iconic volcanic crater rises majestically above the coastline, creating a stunning contrast against the turquoise sea. As you float among colorful reef fish and graceful sea turtles, take a moment to admire the breathtaking view of this Hawaiian landmark, making your snorkeling experience even more unforgettable.
Turtle Canyon is a famous snorkeling spot off the coast of Waikīkī, known for its thriving population of Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu). As we arrive by boat, you'll see crystal-clear waters where turtles gracefully swim among coral reefs, offering an incredible opportunity to snorkel alongside these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(438)
Amazing time. Family loved it
Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing time and that your family enjoyed the experience. We hope to welcome you all again in the future.
Charlie was amazing, knowledgeable and friendly. Great source to learn about O’aho since he’s local
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed your time with Charlie and appreciated his local knowledge and friendly approach. It’s great to hear he helped you learn more about O‘ahu. We hope to see you again soon!
Beware Beware. If you’re planning on snorkeling with turtles be careful with this company. They are not helpful at all. They spoke mostly to each other and besides being to told the rules they guys weren’t helpful. One of my fellow snookers was having a panic attack in the water and they weren’t paying any attention. If your going off a vibe, pick a different company as all I can say is people teach you be there actions and I would have appreciated a little camaraderie but alas they 3 guys were very off putting.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're very sorry to hear your experience did not meet expectations, especially regarding safety awareness and support in the water. This is not the level of care we aim to provide, and your comments are being taken seriously and shared with our operations team for review. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention.
It was beautiful. Could swim with turtles and fish around us. The water is blue. A vibe
So glad you had an amazing time! Swimming with turtles in that crystal blue water really is such a special vibe.
Just finished this tour today and we loved it.Saw 4 sea turtles,they are so lovely and lots of beautiful,colourful fish.The crew were really nice and friendly.They are also very professional so we felt very safe.Good quality snorkels and flippers if you wanted.The highlight of our holiday in beautiful Waikiki so far.Thank you
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you got to see so many sea turtles and colorful fish. It’s wonderful to hear the crew made you feel safe and well taken care of. We’re so happy this was a highlight of your Waikiki holiday!
It was a wonderful experience my dad and I had a lot of fun while on this tour we both had a great time and seen a couple of turtles and a lot of cool fish. Would love to do it again 🇦🇺🇺🇸
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so happy you and your dad had such a fun experience together. Seeing turtles and colorful fish always makes the tour extra special! We’d love to welcome you both back again for another adventure
Awesome experience seen turtles & plenty of neat fish
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you had an awesome experience and got to see turtles and lots of beautiful fish. Hope to see you again on another adventure soon!
Marcelo was a great host and sea guide! We got to see multiple turtles out during our excursion!
Thank you for the kind words! We’re thrilled you had a great time with Marcelo and enjoyed seeing multiple turtles during your excursion. We’ll be sure to share your feedback with him — he’ll really appreciate it!
Great crew! So much fun. All the gear was provided
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you had fun and that everything you needed was provided. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again soon for another adventure!
Such an amazing and fun experience. The tour guides were very nice and helpful. Lots of beautiful fish and turtles!
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so happy you had an amazing and fun experience with our team. It’s great to hear you enjoyed seeing all the beautiful fish and turtles, too! We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon.
