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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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· Robert_Q ·
Oct 2026
Great boat and crew, not crowded, snacks and soft drinks provided, no alcohol which was a plus for us. Abundant sea turtles to swim with and numerous fish. Good equipment, clean. Guide swam with us and made sure we saw plenty and everyone was comfortable.
· Eric_B ·
Oct 2026
We had an amazing experience with Oahu Catamaran! The snorkeling was incredible, and we got to see sea turtles and many different species of fish. The staff was absolutely amazing—friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout the entire trip. They made sure we felt safe and comfortable the whole time. It was such a memorable experience, and we highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Oahu!

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 1,842 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Review summary

Last 12 months

457 reviews

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Travelers praise this snorkeling tour for its abundant marine life sightings and well-paced activities supported by attentive, safety-focused crew and a friendly, engaging captain. The experience is noted for clear communication, efficient coordination, and accommodating large groups smoothly. Clean, high-quality gear and comfortable boats with ample amenities enhance comfort. Food and beverage offerings receive positive remarks, as does the family-friendly atmosphere with personalized care. Pricing is considered reasonable, providing good value overall.

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Highly Recommended, a Must Do

Mary_B, Nov 2026
Capitán and staff are very friendly, accommodating, very approachable and informative. Made our adventure fun, exciting and safe. We would highly recommend them. If you like snorkeling, this is who you need to book with.

Great experience - w/kids

Jill_P, Nov 2026
Captain Krush and crew were knowledgeable and great for this trip! I brought my 2 kids (6&11 yo) and saw lots of turtles and dolphins and even an octopus and eagle ray! Wonderful memories to take home. Would highly recommend this experience on this boat.

Luckiest snorkel!

Jessica_D, Nov 2026
My fiancée and I booked a final snorkel before leaving the island, but didn't want to spend 2+ hours in a car to the north shore to see turtles. We saw this company's option to Turtle Canyon and figured we'd risk the lower cost - and we are staying in Waikiki, so it couldn't have been more convenient. Once we booked, my sister and her kids booked to join us. We saw and swam with about a dozen sea turtles, saw an octopus, and even an eagle ray! On the ride back, we spotted some dolphins (dolphins love catamarans), so that was definitely an added bonus. The experience was safe, and certainly worth the money and convenience to see ocean life! We were in the water for about 40 minutes.

Amazing time.

Audrey_K, Nov 2026
The crew was wonderful and helpful. The boat was nice and clean. My 5 year old drank a lot of salt water during the snorkel and the crew were kind to take care of her. Overall great experience. It was magical to swim with turtles and we got a bonus with dolphins riding alongside our catamaran.

Teens had fun!

Teddie_W, Nov 2026
My 2 teens (15&19) went on the excursion and had a fabulous time. Krash was an awesome navigator. They saw fish and turtles.

Highly recommend

Alison_H, Nov 2026
We had a fantastic day out, the crew were friendly and helpful and made for a great experience! And we definitely saw turtles!

Great Snorkeling Experience!

Veronika_Y, Nov 2026
We went snorkeling with Kahala Kai this morning and had such a great time! Everything was really well organized, from booking to getting off the boat. Captain Karim was very welcoming, and our guide Mia was awesome! She was funny, friendly, and knew so much about the reef and turtles. We spent about 30 minutes in the water and got to see lots of fish and sea turtles, which was definitely the highlight! I’d recommend booking an early morning tour. The boat can take up to 30 people, but there were only 9 of us, so it felt much more relaxed and not crowded at all. Overall, a really fun experience with a great crew. Would definitely recommend!

Turtle-y loved it! :)

Rose_K, Oct 2026
Absolutely wonderful afternoon. Super friendly and knowledgeable crew. The equipment provided was in excellent condition, and we saw so many turtles and fish!

Family vacation

Stacy_B, Oct 2026
Krash and Lucy were amazing! Very safe and informative. And yes we saw turtles!!! So happy we booked a snorkeling trip on this catamaran! I would definitely do it again!

Do it. You’ll have a good time

Rainey_M, Oct 2026
Friendly and knowledgeable crew, drinks and snacks included after snorkeling. Budget friendly. 10/10 would recommend

Amazing!!

Eric_B, Oct 2026
We had an amazing experience with Oahu Catamaran! The snorkeling was incredible, and we got to see sea turtles and many different species of fish. The staff was absolutely amazing—friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout the entire trip. They made sure we felt safe and comfortable the whole time. It was such a memorable experience, and we highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Oahu!

We had a great time! Lots...

Robin_M, Oct 2026
We had a great time! Lots of fish and sea turtles. Krash and Riley were excellent tour guides! Water was the perfect temperature.

Captain Crash and Super Riley

Elisa_S, Oct 2026
Captain Crash and Riley gave us an exceptional experience from start to finish! There were many other groups out in the same area, ours was the best! Highly recommend to enhance your Hawaii vacation experience! We counted 13 turtles!

Amazing experience!...

Nayely_S, Oct 2026
Amazing experience! Everyone was so incredibly nice and knowledgeable. Kareem was a great captain and Mia was amazing at guiding us, you can tell they both have a real passion for their job! Gear was clean and overall we had the best time! We will definitely be rebooking on our next time in oahu

Great time!

Ashley_K, Oct 2026
We had a great experience! We had a large group & my 2.5 year old daughter. They were very accepting & had a vest & goggles her size. Highly recommend booking with them!

Great tour!

Sara_H, Oct 2026
Captain Kareem and Lucy were fantastic and gave our family a wonderful experience! Our daughter got a little too scared once we got in the water, but they took her back aboard and reassured us she was good while the rest of us went out. We saw lots of turtles and had a great time. Our son was in awe of the experience.

Swimming with sea turtles

Robert_Q, Oct 2026
Great boat and crew, not crowded, snacks and soft drinks provided, no alcohol which was a plus for us. Abundant sea turtles to swim with and numerous fish. Good equipment, clean. Guide swam with us and made sure we saw plenty and everyone was comfortable.

Fabulous day, saw so many turtles

Lianne_M, Oct 2026
This was amazing, captain Krash and crew provided a great experience. We had the perfect day and we saw so many turtles. Can’t thank you enough for this beautiful experience ❤️

We had an excellent trip...

Kenny_S, Oct 2026
We had an excellent trip and the hosts were very helpful and informative. Will book again on our next trip to Oahu.

The BEST time ever!

Alexandria_M, Oct 2026
We truly had the most amazing experience! Shannon, Mia and Gary were more than helpful and made it an experience we would never forget. They were very kind and informative and we saw SO many turtles!

Krash (with a K) and Lucy...

Elaine_Z, Oct 2026
Krash (with a K) and Lucy were great. First time snorkeling and felt completely safe. Lucy kept our group together in the water and Krash even took care of my daughter when she got a little seasick. Definitely would do again.

Best Excursion

Alicia_R, Oct 2026
Captain Crash and his crew were very personable. I am a very timid swimmer, what put me at ease was his emphasis on safety. I was able to get in the water with confidence knowing that him and his crew (Lucy and Megan) were there to guide me and the other snorkelers. We saw several sea turtles and other beautiful school of fish. When we come back, I will definitely be using Oahu Catamaran again.

100%amazing

Sian_H, Oct 2026
Amazing. Great crew, crash, Lucy and Margaret were awesome. Saw soooo many turtles. Highly recommend

Great Crew!

Steve_P, Oct 2026
This trip was a great experience for a great price. The crew: Lucy, Shannan and Krash were wonderful and very knowledgeable. The area of turtle cove is filled with beautiful fish and sea turtles. The snorkeling was great, good equipment and resources. A free snack and drink were provided. The area was a bit crowded with other boats and tourists, but the overall experience was delightful.

Great experience, start...

Alison_M, Oct 2026
Great experience, start to finish the crew were great, Mia, Tony & the Captain. Saw plenty of turtles, the reef, fish of all types. To top it off a family of dolphins as we were heading back to shore. Would definitely recommend especially for the price.

Highly recommend

Adam_C, Oct 2026
The crew was amazing! Very knowledgeable of the sea life, kept it fun interesting and entertaining! To top it they even had snacks and drinks! 🥳

Was a lot of fun and the...

Ryan_S, Oct 2026
Was a lot of fun and the crew was great! Would recommend and the price point was amazing! Saw turtles and lots of fish.

Best crew and captain around!

Floyd_G, Oct 2026
The crew was great! Margaret and Tony kept us on the turtles, pointed out and named interesting fish, and were wonderful conversationalists! They made my kids feel welcomed! Crash was a great captain and had some good jokes! Good times guaranteed with this crew and captain!

Hawaiian Trip Requirement!!!

Cory_G, Oct 2026
This should be a life requirement for everyone. Capt Krash was full of knowledge and experience. We knew and felt like we were in good hands from start to finish. Deck hand Shannon was also amazing. She guided us to experience the beauty of the Hawaiian sea turtle. Both Capt Krash and Shannon showed their passion and respect for the ocean. Truly amazing experience! Also, invest in under water phone bag for pictures!

Amazing views!! Crew was...

Katie_S, Oct 2026
Amazing views!! Crew (Krash, Mia, and Riley) was so friendly and made sure we knew what to do in the water. “Turtle Guaranteed” was so true plus a great look at ocean life and environment.
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