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Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

Recommended by 97% of travelers
Oahu, USA
Viator Experience Award
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Booked 5+ times in 12 hours.
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Michelle_G ·
Jul 2026
Very easy trip to reef, good instructions on where to meet. Friendly captain and girl crew were lovely. One sent me video as I had forgotten to bring my GoPro which was so appreciated. Saw lots of turtles!! Amazing and unforgettable experience. Thoroughly recommend this coy
· Aaron_C ·
Jul 2026
Great time cruising and snorkeling with Captain Krash and Lucy. We’re comfortable swimmers but inexperienced with open water snorkeling. This was a beautiful, short trip from Waikiki. Booked on short notice and loved the experience. Felt safe and saw turtles as promised! Even with the rough seas, we had a great time. Highly recommended…we’d do it again.

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 1,770 reviews
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Fabulous snorkeling trip....

Jennifer_H, Aug 2026
Fabulous snorkeling trip. Captain and crew were extremely nice and helpful. I would go on another trip with them in a heartbeat!!

Yes!yes!yes! Don’t want to miss this one.

Sabrina_S, Aug 2026
What an awesome experience! One of the best things we did here in Hawaii. So many turtles we saw. We did the early morning one. I highly recommend it. The crew was so fun but also will keep you safe. They give you detailed instruction for anyone if it is their first time. Margaret was super sweet and even took my GoPro down to see the turtles. Tony, Shannon (?), and Crash were also so amazing. It was a good time and good vibes.

Great experience

Felisia_F, Aug 2026
Lucy, Margaret and Greg were awesome! We saw so many turtles and fish. Be ready to have a great time

Saw a seal! Swam with the...

Maya_M, Aug 2026
Saw a seal! Swam with the turtles! Lucy and Emma were awesome and prioritized our safety. I loved it !

great!!

Ines_S, Aug 2026
riley and lisa and the captain were great!! i don’t even know how many turtles we saw, totally worth it

Favorite experience...

Madelyn_C, Aug 2026
Favorite experience during our visit! Everyone was so friendly and down to earth. Margaret was great showing us things in the water and Riley was so nice and even gave me a list of recommendations for night life. So glad we did this!

An Unforgettable Experience

Alae_K, Aug 2026
We had an amazing experience from start to finish! We even got to see dolphins, which was an unexpected bonus, and swim alongside sea turtles. The equipment was great, and the crew was incredibly friendly and helpful. An unforgettable experience — highly recommended! 🐢🐬

College Drop Off Trip

Alisha_M, Aug 2026
Our crew, Crash, Margret, and Shannon were amazing!!! 2nd timers with Crash, just as awesome as the first time. Can’t wait for our next trip!

The entire staff was...

Nina_G, Aug 2026
The entire staff was great. Answered a ton of turtle knowledge questions and made sure we were always safe! Seeing turtles was an amazing experience!

Very organized and...

Derek_G, Aug 2026
Very organized and friendly staff. Got to see the turtles and tons of fish! Refreshments after the snorkling was great too.

First time snorkelers!

Ami_H, Aug 2026
We booked a snorkeling tour with on hours of departure and couldn’t have had a smoother experience. Our crew including our captain Greg and deck hands Shannon and Margaret were wonderful. We enjoyed the sightings of numerous local fish, sea turtles and even a pod of young dolphins! The girls were incredibly knowledgeable and helpful and we had the best time on our tour. Wish we could do it again soon!

Wonderful experience! Saw...

Amanda_B, Aug 2026
Wonderful experience! Saw lots of dolphins on our way to and back from turtle canyon. Really enjoyed seeing the turtles and the beautiful fish. I wish I had brought an underwater camera. Will remember for next time.

The crew was amazing!...

Veronica_B, Aug 2026
The crew was amazing! Even after feeling a bit sea sick, they were extremely helpful and kind. We saw turtles and dolphins!

You won't be disappointed

Nick_R, Aug 2026
Great crew, great experience, highly recommend. Captain and crew extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable

Turtletastic!!🐢

Renee_B, Aug 2026
Captain Crash & the girls on board were excellent guides! We saw numerous sea turtles. We would strongly recommend this adventure to anyone, especially families!

Lots of Sea-turtles!!

Nicole_L, Aug 2026
The Staff was amazing. We felt very safe and they explained everything clearly. Highly recommend this tour.

We had a great time! They...

Laura_D, Aug 2026
We had a great time! They did a great job showing us where to snorkel and guided us the whole time! Saw lots of turtles! Would definitely go with them again.

We had a blast! The crew...

Mike_S, Aug 2026
We had a blast! The crew was great, the sights were great, just overall a very enjoyable experience!

Margaret, Shannon, and...

Leslie_N, Aug 2026
Margaret, Shannon, and our captain were personable and helped us feel comfortable. We did see a few turtles, but it was in a very crowded area with several other boats.

Amazing tour guides

Lindsy_O, Aug 2026
We had a blast. So fun and easy to do! You will not be disappointed! Krash and his tour guides were amazing. You will see a lot of fish and turtles!

Afternoon Snorkeling Tour!

RenitaThapa, Aug 2026
Great tour, lots of sea turtles and fish!! I am so glad we chose this tour as it was a lot smaller compared to other tours out there and was able to be more intimate. We went on the afternoon tour and in our exact tour group there was only 5 of us so it was really nice! Margaret & Riley were great tour guides in the water and were excellent crew! They had good recommendations for food and Riley was very knowledgeable about the sea life!! Would definitely book again with this company & crew!!

I had the best...

Lucy_M, Jul 2026
I had the best experience! The crew was amazing. It is fun and beautiful and they make sure you get the most out of your trip.

Such a fun time! The crew...

Blair_D, Jul 2026
Such a fun time! The crew had a great sense of humor while being really knowledgeable! Shannnon, Joe , and Greg made this a really fun experience :)

Amazing day!

Dattilo_P, Jul 2026
Amazing day! Greg, Joe, and Shannon were amazing. They had so much knowledge and were kind and fun! Loved this. Best 2 hrs of my trip to Waikiki.

100% fun and with turtles sightings!

Fatima_T, Jul 2026
Everyone of the leaders and Xaprine (Corine) were incredible helpful and patient. They made us feelsafw at all times. Before going in the water they gave us a Coast Guard safety briefing and once we went in the water two of the staff members went inside with us andade us feel safe. They gave clear instructions and were empathetic at all times. My daughter with special needs stayed on the boat (she didn't want to snorkel) so the captain kept her entertained by having her throw fish food in the water to attract the fish. My daughter ended up seeing lots of fish and sea turtles without leaving the boat. Everyone else who snorkeled had an amazing time in the water. We also saw lots of fish and sea turtles including a baby one. Once we went back on the boat the staff was very hospitable asking what we wanted to drink and for snack. What an amazing crew! I highly recommend this tour. Also, our group was small compared to others. Maybe about at most 20 people on the boat so not as crowded as other tours out there.

Good basic tour

Lindsay_A, Jul 2026
Basic boat and tour, so the price is great for this tour. This tour brings you to turtle canyon which does have turtles and a good amount of fish. Safety was important and overall good experience.

So many turtles, awesome crew!

Meaghan_W, Jul 2026
We had a great time and saw SO many turtles, we were in the 9:15 tour which may have been a factor. The crew was not only hospitable, they gave clear instructions and took time to help my son get comfortable and all his gear on correctly. They know a ton about the fish and wildlife in the area too!

Snorkling

Jessica_C, Jul 2026
Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. We saw lots of fish and Turtles. The snavk and drink at the end was refreshing

Our family had an...

Lina_W, Jul 2026
Our family had an unbelievable experience! The crew was amazing, and we saw so many beautiful fish and sea turtles. I was a little disappointed that we didn’t get to see Sushi the dog, but everything else was absolutely incredible. My two kids were so happy and had the best time on this tour. It was an unforgettable experience, and I would truly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting. Thank you for making such wonderful family memories!

So many turtles!

Alyssa_S, Jul 2026
Went on a snorkel adventure yesterday. Although it was breezy and the swell was picking up, Shannon, Lucy, Crash and Sushi 🐠 made sure that we had a great time. We saw many fish and so many turtles. Just being on the catamaran was also very special. The team was very entertaining and did a great job running the experience safely.

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