Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran
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Oahu, USA
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Embark on an adventure to Turtle Canyon on this catamaran excursion from Waikiki. Board your vessel and spend your time snorkeling in the pristine waters off the coast of Oahu. See green sea turtles being cleaned by fish and finger reefs as well as octopuses and starfish. The reef is quite shallow so snorkelers of all levels are encouraged to join.
- Learn about the marine species from your guide
- Choose from a morning or afternoon tour
- All snorkeling equipment is provided
- Take in the coastal scenery while you sail
What's Included
- Snorkel and Sail Experience
- Use of Snorkeling equipment
- Soda/Pop
- Coffee and/or TeaComplimentary cold brew coffee from ARVO Café
- SnacksAnahola Granola bars—Original, Chocolate Chip, Tropical, and Mango & Ginger.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Meals
- Private Tour
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Duke Paoa Kahanamoku StatueKalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
We are located on Waikiki Beach behind the Duke Kahanamoku Statue (beachfront of the Hyatt Regency Hotel at 2424 Kalakaua Ave. Honolulu, HI 96815) Please walk down to the shoreline and proceed to the rainbow umbrella & boat itself as we do not have a check in booth.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Meet at the Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue in Honolulu for this Waikiki turtle snorkeling experience by catamaran. Once you check in with your guide, board your catamaran and set off.
Your guide anchors at Turtle Canyon for the fun to begin, as they know the best areas to spot sea turtles in their natural habitat. Plus, your snorkeling equipment is provided for you to make things easy. Get suited up in your gear and snorkel at Turtle Canyon. Take in views of turtles, tropical fish, and other marine life such as octopus.
After your time in the water, jump back on the boat for the ride back to shore.
Your guide anchors at Turtle Canyon for the fun to begin, as they know the best areas to spot sea turtles in their natural habitat. Plus, your snorkeling equipment is provided for you to make things easy. Get suited up in your gear and snorkel at Turtle Canyon. Take in views of turtles, tropical fish, and other marine life such as octopus.
After your time in the water, jump back on the boat for the ride back to shore.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Required to sign waiver before tour
- Under 4 years old who wants to do snorkeling need to bring their own Snorkeling equipment.
- Required to know how to swim
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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It was a great experience! I saw a ton of fish and a bunch of sea turtles. Claire was great bringing us to where the cool sea life was and giving some info on them. On the way back Tony was great helping me get aome ginger ale (stomach wasn’t great). Anyway this crew was very attentive and informative! I would definitely go again. Ending my trip on this trip was unforgettable!
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Travelers appreciate the clean, modern catamaran with spacious bathrooms, which enhances comfort during transit. The tour emphasizes snorkeling and sailing near Diamond Head, with staff providing safety guidance and assistance in spotting marine life, including sea turtles. These water activities are frequently noted as enjoyable and memorable, contributing to a well-rounded experience.
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Lots of turtles. Very nice all female boat crew that knew their stuff and really showed us everything. Loved it
Unfortunately after following the directions to the meeting spot on the beach one hour early, we missed our tour. I would like to hope there was just a mistake in the instructions. That being said, we were very disappointed to not be able to get a refund of any amount. This is the activity I was most looking forward to!!
Response from Host, Oct 2026
We’re sorry to hear you missed your sail, especially since it was something you were looking forward to!
Have you reached out to us directly? We typically offer guests a credit toward another day or tour, based on availability. We always do our best to provide an alternative when guests miss their departure.
Could you please share the name your reservation was under? We provide detailed meeting instructions and directions through multiple channels, including confirmation emails and text reminders prior to departure. We'd be happy to review your reservation and confirm which instructions were provided.
We understand your disappointment, but we do hope you'll give us the opportunity to assist you directly, as we would never want a guest to feel they were left without an option.
Mahalo!
We had the best time with Carlos, Lucy, Momo, and Sean! They made sure everyone had fun snorkeling and saw a lot of turtles, and the sail along the coastline was amazing. Would highly recommend!
The crew and ship were amazing the crew were professional and fun the water was amazing saw a little of everything including turtles and they make a mean drink 😀overall a great time
A great experience for swimming and water enthusiasts. Great and knowledgeable team to make your adventure complete.
Great crew, saw lots of turtles, beautiful sail out to the snorkelling point. Catamaran was clean and lovely getting on and off right on the beach
Our guide in the water was fantastic. He educated us on the types of fish, the reef, and turtles. We saw plenty of turtles! The sail was amazing! The bartender was friendly!
The tour operators were courteous and efficient. They were also ON TIME. Please follow the instructions regarding arrival at the pickup spot. We reserved the 11:45am slot. The crew had checked us in, provided us with instructions, and had all 40-something of us boarded BY 11:45am. While the catamaran had a lower deck, it was reserved for acquiring beverages and snacks. There was a bathroom down there as well. We all sat on the upper deck or laid on the netted deck, fully exposed to the sun. Bring a towel or a wide brimmed hat, and wear sunglasses. You will be exposed to direct sunlight the entire time if you are not on the side that provides shade from the sail. We received clear and simple instructions from our crew to make the trip safe and fun for all. Julie, Katelyn, Captain Kai and the rest of the crew were funny and prepared. They also played great music that was mindful of the various age groups on the tour. I must note that you should prepare yourself to be around a lot of folks at the snorkeling site. We arrived to a space filled with snorkeling tour boats. My husband managed to see several sea turtles but came back to the boat a little early due to the number of people in the water. I don’t know if another approved site has been located, but this seemed to be the only one in the area. That said, other snorkelers by and large were kind. Once onboard, the crew took us a little further out to sea and cruised along the shoreline before returning to the pickup spot. This was a great opportunity to take photos of the beautiful scenery. Would we do this tour again? Absolutely. And if you choose this excursion, please leave a tip. The service the crew provided was stellar and in this economy, every little bit helps.
Let me start with this: I HAD AN ABSOLUTE BLAST with Dez, Julia, Tommy, and Captain Carlos!!!
This was my FIRST TIME snorkeling AND being out in open water, so I was equal parts excited, nervous, and ready to mind my business on the boat. But this crew made me feel so comfortable, safe, and excited to get in that water!
And BABYYYY... once I got in?! I was a whole ass underwater Natty-Geo correspondent.
I saw a needlefish, a little "chub" fish, AND a fish that looked just like DORY!!! I was swimming around like,
"OH MY GOD, LOOK AT THAT!" every five seconds.
LOL.
Dez, Julia, Tommy, and Captain Carlos were honestly the dream team. Fun, welcoming, patient, gorgeous and just genuinely good vibes from beginning to end.
They made my first snorkeling experience feel like a little Waikiki adventure I'll be talking about for a LONG time.
And before anybody comes for my pictures... I PROMISE I HAVE BETTER PHOTOS!!! They're just living their best life on the GoPro right now. Hehe.
Captain Carlos, Dez, Julia, and Tommy -- THANK YOU for making my first snorkeling experience so memorable. I hope I get lucky enough to have another adventure with y'all before | leave the island!
Me and my friends booked this tour. We paid over $709 for this activity. Meeting spot was 11:45, we arrived 11:44 and it was already in the water leaving. $700 down the drain. And they didn’t answer their phone either.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Aloha! We’re sorry to hear about your frustration, however, we do need to clarify that the information in your message is not accurate.
Check-in for the 11:45 AM tour is at 11:15 AM, 30 minutes prior to departure. Our beach camera footage confirms that the vessel did not depart until approximately 11:50 AM, as our crew provided an additional five-minute courtesy wait beyond the scheduled 11:45 AM departure time.
Our crew also called the phone number associated with your reservation prior to departing to see if you were going to make the tour. Unfortunately, the call was answered and then disconnected.
Because the tour departed after its scheduled departure time and the required check-in time was 11:15 AM, we are unable to issue a refund for a missed tour.
As a courtesy, we can offer you a credit to join any of our tours in the future on a standby basis. You may check in with our crew 30 minutes prior to a tour, and if space is available at departure time, we will be happy to accommodate you.
We also ask that any public review accurately reflect what occurred. We have documentation, including time-stamped beach camera footage, confirming the vessel’s departure time, and we will be reporting the review to the platform as containing inaccurate information. Please feel free to call us at 808-367-4455. Mahalo!
It was incredible to see the turtles swimming around. We were cautioned to back away & not approach the turtles, so we did the best we could. Sometimes they just swam at us. I especially love sea turtles, so this excursion meant a lot to me.
Book this one! All female crew was the best! Very accomplished and accommodating. They offer a selection of cocktails, soft drinks and home made cold brew. The turtle whisperer delivered! She was out there on a surfboard pointing them out. We saw plenty. The boat is new and beautiful. I love sailing on the open nets. I did 4 sails in Hawaii! This was the best!
Great crew guided us to see many turtles and marine life.
Friendly fun team on board, loved the experience 🤿🐢🐟
Wouldn’t respond to me when I missed the trip. I mistakenly booked the wrong date. I made mistake and tried to rectify it to no response
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Aloha! We’re sorry for the two-day delay in getting back to you over the weekend. We understand that you accidentally booked the wrong date and were hoping to correct the reservation.
Unfortunately, the tour had already departed by the time we received your message, so the reservation was considered a missed tour. We have since sent you a few options to join us on standby at no additional cost, which we’re happy to offer in this situation.
Since your reservation was made through a third-party site, messaging can sometimes be delayed. You’re always welcome to call or text us directly at 808-367-4455 if you need a quicker response or have any questions about the standby options.
We hope we’re able to get you aboard during your visit! Mahalo!
Great experience! Saw turtles and dolphins. Staff were great. Everyone had a great time. Would recommend!
Absolutely amazing the staff is very knowledgeable and very fun to hang out with.
Plenty of turtles to see
Captain Carlos, Cameron, Des and Kaitlyn were awsome. They were fun, and also made safety a first priority. Very catering to needs when a passenger had question or was not feeling well. They made sure we got to see the turtles and fish while keeping us a safe distance to our two life guards. The sail after was amazing with great views of the shoreline. Would definitely book them again.
The entire staff was unbelievable. They were the best guides that we could’ve asked for. Anyone looking to book a snorkeling tour should book with this company
Crew was very hospitable and very entertaining. It was everything to make this a trip worth making. It was our family's number 1 for the week. Mahalo
The crew was so nice and fun. They went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. They all had great attitudes and it was awesome! So many turtles!!
Amazing and the lifeguards were on it! We saw turtles and went for the ride of our life on this large Catamaran. Me and my family had a blast! You must be a good swimmer to swim in the ocean even id you have a small life jacket on! Lifeguards were on boards right next to us watching for anyone who was looking tired or needed an extra hand :).
Saw over ten turtles. Picked up right off the beach. Crew incredibly friendly and kind, Loved the entire experience!
Me and my wife had an Amazing experience. From the start to the finish of the trip was a dream come true. Definitely will be coming again.
Such a fun crew and great time 10/10 would recommend and do again next time. Our crew was Katelyn, Pheonix, Kypono and Tommy. All of them were super nice and helpful.
The whole crew was awesome. I wish I could have stayed out longer. Our Captain was Capt. Carlos, and Cameron, and there were other two crew members whose names escape me at the moment. Had an amazing time.
We had such a great time. The whole team was wonderful, especially Erin she too the time to make sure our daughter was having a good time and I was greatful.
The sailing at the end was my highlight. Thank you so much for a wonderful day, we'll be doing it again when we come back out.
My husband and I had an amazing time snorkeling! The team/crew were awesome and would call us over if they found turtles for us to look at! The boat was clean and so beautiful! We had a great time looking at all the fish and turtles would definitely book again and recommend to anyone who is interested!!
One of the coolest things I’ve ever done and the staff is so friendly and informative. We saw about 8-10 turtles while we were out.
Great time! Crew was knowledgeable, helpful, and fun. Boat was clean and comfortable. Would definitely book with them again!
What a great experience! The crew was courteous and incredibly hospitable! The boat ride by itself was relaxing and very enjoyable. The swimming was so much fun and the staff made sure we got our eyes on a turtle…one of the coolest things I’ve seen. We had my in-laws and our kids and everyone had a great time. There are a ton of choices for a turtle snorkeling experience but between the boat and the crew, I would highly recommend this tour!
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