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Wild Dolphin Swim, Turtle, Whale Safari with Guided Snorkeling

Recommended by 97% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Oahu, USA
  • 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Use of Snorkeling equipment
      Use of Snorkelling equipment
    • Soda/Pop
      Local Juices
    • Snacks
    • Gratuities
    • Towels and Refillable Water Bottle

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Wild Side Specialty Tours - Small Group Whale Watching, Dolphins Oahu Boat Tours
      85-491 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792, USA

      Please meet us a the A Pier gate of the Waianae Small Boat Harbor Free Parking

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    1

    Makaha Beach Park

    2

    Makua Beach

    3

    Ka'ena Point State Park

    4

    Yokohama Bay

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • Infants must remain in carriers/slings
    • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
    • You may be in offshore waters and restricted from medical care (beyond first-aid) for extended periods of time
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 35 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Small group tour with amazing guides!!

    Frederick_G, Nov 2025
    What an amazing experience!! It was so great to be in a small group, on a clean boat, with knowledgeable and attentive guides. Wild Side is connected to a dolphin research and conservation group, so the information from the guides was very informative about the behavior of the marine life as well as best practices for conservation. They collected photos and behavioral data for the researchers during the trip, which made it feel like we were contributing to the conservation of the dolphins as well as enjoying being so close to them. We swam with dolphins at three locations, as well as with a huge sea turtle closer to shore. The gear was excellent and they had prescription masks for snorkeling (-3 and -5), which were really effective. Overall, I would say it was well worth the extra money. We saw the other tours, which were larger groups and less good boats, and we were very happy to be with Wild Side!

    Response from Host, Nov 2025

    It means the world to hear that our small-group style, clean and comfy boat, and science-forward approach made your day feel both personal and purposeful. Our crew takes a lot of pride in blending fun with real conservation work, so knowing you enjoyed being part of the research — collecting behavior notes, photos, and contributing to our dolphin partners — truly fills our sails. Three dolphin swim sites and a honu encounter? What a day! And thank you for mentioning the prescription masks — we try to think of the little things that help guests fully immerse in the moment without stress. We’re honored you chose to adventure with us, especially with so many bigger boats out there. Keeping it intimate, respectful, and wildlife-led is really at the heart of what makes Wild Side… Wild Side. Hope to welcome you back aboard for more ocean magic whenever you’re back on Oʻahu. Until then, mahalo for supporting ethical, science-based wildlife experiences!

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    per person

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

    Book ahead!
    On average, this is booked 39 days in advance.

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