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Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(735)

from $81

Price varies by group size

Waikoloa Catamaran Snorkel Sail Including Lunch

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

(109)

from $189

5.0

(712)

from $189

Take the ultimate snorkeling and sailing trip along the Kona Coast during this half-day luxury catamaran yacht trip with a small group. Explore the stunning beaches and bays of the Big Island aboard a high-end boat, stopping at remote snorkel sites to spot marine life such as dolphins, turtles, and whales. Unlimited refreshments, plus snorkel gear and a tasty picnic- or bento-style lunch are also included.

Koloa Zipline in Kauai

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(7,225)

from $170

Kona Luxury Catamaran Yacht Snorkel & Sail

Kona Luxury Catamaran Yacht Snorkel & Sail

(40)

from $449

Maui Eco-Raft: 2 Hour Dolphin Watch Sightsee Tour (Semi-Private)

Spinner dolphins can be found in pods as they are very social mammals!

2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(98)

from $97

Snorkel at the Molokini Crater Marine Life Conservation Area (accessible only by boat)

The offshore crater of Molokini has some of the best snorkeling spots in Maui—if you can reach them. Thankfully, this half-day snorkeling tour heads straight for Molokini and Turtle Town nearby on a 53-foot (16 meters) Lani Kai II boat with a 20-foot (6 meters) waterslide. Visit two snorkeling locations, get the chance to spot whales, and enjoy onboard breakfast and lunch. Whales sightings are seasonal in nature, from November through April.

Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure

Get the chance to see whales up close on a whale-watching trip off the coast of Hawaii’s Big Island. Keep a look out for migrating pods of humpback whales, which often breach as they build up energy for their northward migration. This narrated tour brings you to some of the best viewing grounds aboard a catamaran. You’re able to hear the whales singing through the provided hydrophones.

(717)

from $197

Whale Watching On The Big Island

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(648)

from $109

Enjoy the rare opportunity to see wild manta rays in their natural environment along Hawaii's Kona coast. This small-group cruise includes a brief canoe ride on a historically accurate Hawaiian canoe. Set sail at night when the manta rays are most active and use a lighted floatation device to attract plankton—the rays' food of choice. With a guide to ensure a safe experience, head into the water to float and snorkel as you admire the rays in action.

Manta Ray Snorkeling by Night in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Manta Ray Snorkeling by Night in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

1 hourFree Cancellation

(689)

from $127

With 17 miles of pure shoreline splendor—4,000-foot cliffs, emerald valleys, cathedral spires—Kauai’s Na Pali coast claims some of the country’s best sailing and snorkeling. On this tour, you’ll cross both off your list, hopping aboard a sailing catamaran for an unforgettable adventure. Between sitting down to breakfast and lunch, you’ll spot whales, snorkel amongst turtles and rays, and see one of the most spectacular coastlines on the planet.

Kauai’s Na Pali Coast Snorkel and Sail Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

During their annual migration, Hawaii plays host to one of the largest populations of North Pacific humpback whales in the world. On this seasonal tour, held only between December and April, set sail along the Kona-Kohala coast and enjoy spectacular views as you cruise around the Big Island. Whale sightings are guaranteed, so if you aren’t lucky enough to spot the majestic creatures, simply come back on another day, free of charge.

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Waikoloa Deluxe Whale Watch

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Kealakekua Bay is one of Hawaii's best marine sanctuaries, often crowded with visitors. This snorkeling tour lets you avoid the crowds by taking you out onto the bay in a Zodiac raft, which can reach places bigger boats can't go. Enjoy reef-safe sunscreen provided at the office before the trip and snacks including sandwiches. Once in the water, explore the marine life-filled world beneath the bay's crystal-clear water.

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from $129

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Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

Maui Magic Adventure Snorkel: Molokini Crater and Turtle Stop

Experience the magic of whale watching off the coast of Maui with this incredible tour from Ma'alaea Harbor. Spend two-hours cruising the waters with a team of certified marine naturalists and listen in as they unlock the secretes of humpback whales. You'll have the chance to hear whale songs through underwater hydrophones and learn about interactions between these giant marine mammals. Travelers are guaranteed to see whales on this is a once-in-a-lifetime tour or the next trip is free.

4.7

(37)

from $224

Whale Watching from Ma'alaea Harbor

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Increase your chances of seeing humpbacks as they travel through Maui’s warm waters on a whale-watching excursion that gets you closer to the majestic beasts than possible on shore. Hop aboard a sturdy raft in Kihei with an expert naturalist as your guide, and jet to the southern coastline, which hosts one of the highest whale populations in Hawaii. Your guide provides commentary about these fascinating creatures along the way.

(585)

from $100

Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei, Maui

Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei, Maui

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(696)

from $100

Oahu Open Water Shark Diving Experience

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

(139)

from $150

Waikiki Friday Night Fireworks Boat Cruise

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

(68)

from $65

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Dolphins glide through the pristine waters of Kealakekua Bay, off Captain Cook, Hawaii.

4.9

(2,377)

from $85

Kauai: Express Na Pali Sunset Tour aboard 'Imiloa

Lanai Deluxe Dolphin Adventure & 3 Snorkel Sites

4.5

(221)

from $190

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6 hoursFree Cancellation

Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(41)

from $110

Kayak and Snorkel: Maui West Shore

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(107)

from $119

Set out from Oahu’s scenic North Shore to the depths of the big blue Pacific, where you have the chance to observe wild sharks from inside an underwater shark cage. Thanks to your professional, experienced crew, the Oahu shark dive is completely safe as they know the predators’ behavior, and the underwater cage provides proven safety against all different species of sharks. Whether you’re in the cage with sharks right in front of you or watching from up in the boat, Oahu shark diving is a Hawaii activity you’ll definitely never forget.

Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

This "safari" style trip lets you avoid the crowds typical of many boat tours. In a small group, head out along the Kona coastline in search of marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, and whales. When the crew finds the right spot, you can put on your snorkeling gear, jump off, and explore the underwater world. The tour lasts about four hours and includes bottled water and snacks.

(3,047)

from $99

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Kaimana Ocean Safari

Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel with Lunch Option: Turtles Guaranteed

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Allison_L, Jun 2026

Highly recommend!

Excellent experience! Signed up solo and had a great time. Shuttle service was luxurious, boat was big and staff were friendly. Lunch was provided with food allergy accommodation and tasty cocktails at the bar on board. If you’re looking at a catamaran boat tour, this one was top tier.

Kauai: Na Pali Coast Super Raft Snorkel Adventure

Joshua_R, Jun 2026

Andrew and Max were...

Andrew and Max were excellent tour guides! They were friendly and funny and did a great job of showing us the coast. An extra special treat was the dolphins that showed up at the end. Apparently it's only around a 5% chance you see them in the afternoon.

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Daniel_J, Jun 2026

Absolute must do experience!

What a great experience!! Well organized operation from start to finish. Seeing these amazing Manta Rays this close was just amazing. We saw plenty of them during our excursion and they will get up close and even bump you a wing as they glide by. Water was a little rough so it made for a decent physical workout, so be prepared for that possibility. Only regret was not having an GoPro type camera to capture the memory of it all. And shout out to Boat Captain Aiden, he was hilarious and informative and made it worth a return trip.

Oahu: Swim with Dolphins on the West Coast

Cherilyn_B, Jun 2026

These wonderful people...

These wonderful people really treat you like Ohana. They want to make sure you are comfortable and safe during the entire trip. From the moment of pick up to drop off it was a very pleasant tour. I was traveling alone and got lucky and only had 5 others were booked with me. So it was a much more personal experience. We got to se a few dolphins where other boats that went out didn’t see anything. We also stopped by to see turtles and got to hold an octopus. The snacks, drinks and lunch were a nice bonus and very delicious. I loved hearing stories from the crew and the Island and Hawaiian culture too.

Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

Lori_J, Jun 2026

Snorkeling Along the Kona Coast

Great snorkeling in small group, great mask and snorkel, had to pay extra for fins. But lower overall cost than other snorkeling tours. Daniela was a great captain and her partner "Jack" (not sure of his name) was wonderful too. Great story telling and helped me get back in boat, with my foot injury I was worried, but it was no problem!

Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina

Lavanya_V, May 2026

Amazing whale watching experience - totally worth it!

We did the 8 AM tour on May 11th, and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. Captain Henore and the guide were incredibly patient, informative, and made sure everyone had a great view of the whales and dolphins while explaining everything along the way. Even though it wasn’t peak whale season, we were lucky enough to spot a whale and so many dolphins! We got to sail alongside them for quite a while, giving us plenty of time to take pictures and enjoy seeing them up close, it was truly unforgettable. As an added bonus, we even spotted a turtle while nearing the shore. The entire experience felt very well organized and definitely worth the money. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Maui! A big thank you to Captain Henore and the team for such a memorable experience.

Ultimate 4 Hour Lanai Snorkel and Dolphin Encounter

Jaime_R, May 2026

Jill and Lexi are awesome! Professionals and fun to be around

First time going snorkeling and I had a great time! Lexi was very caring and helped me feel safe and comfortable in waters where my feet would not touch. She kept checking on me making sure I was doing okay! Great woman! Jill was great and kind, she spent some time of our trip watching a whale and its calf playing, which was amazing! Gave us a lot of information about the whales, and the island. Although we did not come across de the Dolphins I still had a great time and would do it again if I visit Maui in the future. Definitely recommend to people who have never been snorkeling before and want to give it a try, also for people who have experience snorkeling, they know amazing spots where there is corals and tons of fish. I also recommend it for solo travelers!

Oahu Dolphin and Snorkel Tour with Waikiki Pickup & Lunch

Stephanie_M, May 2026

Fun crew, great adventure, and DOLPHINS!!

Best bonus = add-on photo package with Lauren!! This was a fun, relaxing adventure with the kids. We saw dolphins, a few turtles, and did some snorkeling. The crew was experienced, worked well together, and were fun! Dani, the boat captain was wonderful, and our boat hostess and team were fun, entertaining and kept our adventure rolling along. They sprinkled in fun surprises and authentic Hawaiian touches (like a song to ask the ocean to open to us, and hula dancing, and.... - well just go and find out!!). The 2-story slide was an awesome touch during the snorkeling because the kids and kids at heart loved it. The slide helped my kid enjoy the snorkeling time even more. But the best part was the professional photo package from Lauren (with credit card charges, about $80) that allowed us to enjoy the adventure and put the phone up (at least for most of the time - hard habit to break for some candid moments). The views were amazing, the water sparkling blue, and the adventure was perfect.

Maui Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver From Maalaea

Paul_D, Apr 2026

What an AMAZING excursion. More than what I expected.

OMG. This excursion was thrilling. Such close encounters with whales. I was like a kid in a candy store. Who whales showed up close to the boat so we had to shut off engines per regulations. The whales put on an AMAZING show. Slapping fins, tails and breaching. Swimming past under the boat. Such an opportunity for great pictures and videos. Highly recommend this excursion during peak whale season. Definitely a good time.