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Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

Recommended by 97% of travelers
Oahu, USA
Viator Experience Award
High interest
Booked 5+ times today.
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Kate_S ·
Mar 2026
Shout out to Krash (the captain), Margaret and Joe (our tour guides), and Sushi, the co-captain canine! We had a fantastic time! We saw sea turtles and beautiful fishes! My favorite fish that I saw was the parrotfish!
· Lori_K ·
May 2026
Great crew especially Sushi the dog. Crash, Shannon and Lucy were friendly and hard working - made us feel safe. Easy to park in the harbor to board. Price was reasonable. My family enjoyed it.

Overview

Experience the beauty of Oahu’s wildlife on a two-hour cruise that’s sure to leave you in awe. Step aboard a roomy catamaran and set sail, admiring Hawaii’s lush coastline. Take a dip in the water and keep your eyes peeled for green sea turtles, dolphins, whales, and monk seals. Premium snorkel equipment and onboard refreshments are provided for a seamless sailing experience.
  • Discover the underwater world of Turtle Canyon reef
  • Snorkel alongside rare green sea turtles in their natural habitat
  • Secure a sailing experience in advance, saving time and hassle on vacation
  • Boat is limited to 50% capacity–ensuring a comfortable cruise

What's Included

  • Oahu Snorkel Tour
  • Guaranteed Turtle Sighting (or full refund)
  • Premium snorkel equipment
  • Two Restrooms on Board
  • Snacks
  • Water, Soda, Juice
  • Parking Fees (Available 20 yards/meters from the boat for $2/hour)
  • Private Tour

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Oahu Catamarans
    1025 Ala Moana Blvd Pier A Slip 0, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA

    Please arrive at Kewalo Harbor 15 minutes prior to departure time. 1025 Ala Moana Blvd. Honolulu HI 96814 Pier A Slip 0. The boat is located along the second row of boats closest to the main road. Parking is 20 yards/meters from the boat for $2 an hour. Vessel Name is KAHALA KAI

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1

Waikiki

2

Waikiki Beach

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Lauren_G
I highly recommend this tour! The tour size was kept very reasonable. There was plenty of room on board to move around, sit comfortably, and personal attention was given to each passenger. Refreshments were also provided on board. Huge shoutout to Captain Greg for the smooth sailing and Joe for being an amazing tour guide. Both were charismatic, personable, and knowledgeable. Their appreciation for nature was also apparent and added to our excitement. None of my group had any snorkeling experience, but we were given clear instructions and tips to get the most out of our time in the water. The guys clearly knew their stuff because we ended up seeing so many turtles as well as a variety of fish, sea urchins, reefs, etc. We truly enjoyed our time and would book with them again! Also, one of my group was getting nauseous/sea-sick, and the crew was able to help her out which was very appreciated. 10/10 experience

Reviews

4.9
based on 1,635 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Excellent!

LeeAnn_S, May 2026
We traveled Capt Krash, Lucy and Lainey! We saw turtles immediately, and they gave us a lot Of information about them along the way. Highly recommend!

Great Tour!

Anne_B, May 2026
Shannon, Holly and the other guide (forgot her name) were great!! Saw lots of fish and a couple beautiful turtles! The ladies kept it fun and safe. Great tour!

10 / 10 service and snorkelling

Taylor_K, May 2026
Everyone is so great, they make sure everyone is having a great time. The crew were friendly and made you feel so welcome.

Fun snorkeling trip near Ala Moana

Lori_K, May 2026
Great crew especially Sushi the dog. Crash, Shannon and Lucy were friendly and hard working - made us feel safe. Easy to park in the harbor to board. Price was reasonable. My family enjoyed it.

Amazing Experience!

Victoria_S, May 2026
This is a must do experience while in Honolulu! The crew (George, John and Captain Kareem) were fun, informative and kind. We saw so many turtles and tropical fish. They assisted those with children and people who weren’t strong swimmers. Ali this boat has restrooms and they provide drinks and snacks. Highly recommend!

Splash of fun with the Sea Turtles !

Cheryl_P, May 2026
So this is the best thing to book! The staff is very kind and helpful! They walked everybody through the entire process of snorkeling and awesome experience in seeing the sea turtles ! I Will book them again when I come back to Hawaii!Thanks again! Mohalo!

Great adventure!

Michelle_M, May 2026
The excursion is affordable. The crew (George, John and Captain A) were very friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful with all of the passengers. Especially Amazing with a family who had four small kids! Very impressed!! A lot of fun!

We just went and saw...

Andrei_A, May 2026
We just went and saw turtles and other different kinds of sea life. The staff were friendly and welcoming. A big thank you to Captain Krash, Sushi, Lucy, Margaret, and Lainey for a wonderful experience! 10/10 would recommend this to anyone wanting to snorkel.

Amazing experience the...

Julie_P, May 2026
Amazing experience the crew is friendly and fun! We had the chance to see dolphins as well. Bonus point for sushi she is the cutest dog... humm... dolphin !

Great experience

Sam_K, May 2026
We saw turtles 5 or more times during our outing. Lucy and Joe were great, everything went really smoothly getting in and out of the water. If you get sea sick easily the trip out can be a little rough so come prepared. All the equipment was in good condition.

Great experience with a...

Katie_C, May 2026
Great experience with a fantastic crew. Crew was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. They told about all ocean animals and fish.

A must do for tourists and residents

Jonah_K, May 2026
The crew was very professional and ensured that all passengers were well cared for. The crew that got into the water with us was attentive to us in the water as well as helping to spot the sea turtles. When one turtle came to the surface, the crew member was very knowledgeable in explaining a lot about the sea turtle.

Not the best

Jennifer_H, May 2026
The staff was not very very friendly. The snorkeling spot was not very good. It was very crowded.. Wouldn't recommend

Book it now!

Alejandra_A, May 2026
Wow what an incredible experience! Captain Crash, Shannon, Lucy and Sushi made this experience so memorable. They work incredibly hard to make it a great experience for all while ensuring safety measures are being taken. They truly take great care of you. We took our 5 year old and Shannon was able to help us keep her safe and composed when she felt afraid in the water. Do yourself a favor and book this experience ASAP!

The catamaran was nice...

Shelley_A, May 2026
The catamaran was nice and clean, very knowledgeable tour guides… we had a great time seeing the turtles!

Great snorkeling trip and crew

Terry_H, May 2026
In town on a work trip. Easy to book and easy to find the meeting point. Took us to a great spot and snacks were available on the boat.

Paradise underwater

Hitanshi_P, May 2026
The crew; Liza, Margaret, Crash and of course Sushi were amazing & super helpful the entire experience. I would 100% recommend this for first timers! they made sure we got to see some turtles and plenty of fish! The ride on the boat was smooth and super professionally driven. Thank you for a wonderful time in paradise. <3

So beautiful!! The crew...

Sabrina_A, May 2026
So beautiful!! The crew was so nice and friendly they made the experience AMAZING!!! Best day ever!!

Fantastic

Carol_R, May 2026
Great location, informative helpful and caring boat crew. Friendly clean safe. Price also very reasonable

Great day

Maggi_T, May 2026
If you’re not a strong swimmer, don’t do it. Go for the trip but the current is strong and getting back on is a work of art. Captain is brilliant do listen to him.

Wonderful experience

Hayley_D, May 2026
We had a wonderful time! We saw so many sea turtles!! The captain and crew were helpful and gave great instructions on safety. As always respecting the sea life was top priority. Would absolutely recommend, you will have a great time!

Fun Experience!

Angela_T, May 2026
Really fun experience. Our tour guides and captain were extremely nice. We were able to see turtles around us and so many beautiful fish!

You can't go wrong! Trip Highlight!

Gilberto_L, May 2026
There are many options out there but we highly recommend you book this experience. You will not go wrong, the captain and crew were amazing! Very friendly and knowledgeable. We saw lots of turtles and sea life. They provide all the gear you need. It was one of our family trip highlights!

Saw so many fish, an eel...

Katelynn_P, May 2026
Saw so many fish, an eel and 6 turtles! The staff were friendly and attentive. They showed us where all the sea life was and gave us interesting facts about the fish and turtles.

It was really fun, good...

ChunHei_L, May 2026
It was really fun, good guides, clean snorkels, good experience. Enough time for activities, saw many turtles and dolphins

Snorkeling with the turtles

Vivienne_B, May 2026
We had a memorable experience at Turtle Canyon, close to the bay, swimming and snorkeling amongst the exotic fish and turtles. A group of turtles were down below and we also saw some on the surface. The girls were were very helpful and encouraging to those less confident swimmers and floatation devices were available. Sushi, the dog, was also an unusual companion!

Everyone had a blast!

Carrie_N, May 2026
The crew were fun, professional and extremely patient with our grandkids aged 9 and 6. We saw lots of turtles, fish and dolphins and everyone had a blast!

Well worth the money!

Christine_B, May 2026
This excursion is a bang for the dollar. It was well worth it! The gear they provide works well. The crew is very polite and friendly. The snorkeling experience I will treasure forever.

Good times

Raphael_S, May 2026
Great time with the crew. Sushi the dog is the start of the boat. Very friendly and very kind. I recommend vividly.

Expect a lot of people...

Adam_S, May 2026
Expect a lot of people from other excursions in the water. But once you're in the water, take your time to appreciate what you're doing. There's another world below the surface. Schools of fish everywhere. Turtles were on the bottom of the sea floor and some breached the surface for air before they dove back down. The ride was comfortable and the crew were very knowledgeable and super friendly. A great way to spend 2 hours of your day.

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