The 4 Best Snorkeling Trips in Oahu

1.Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,109 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $134Our pick

Sail from Kewalo Basin aboard the 40-person Honu Lani for a guided Turtle Canyon snorkel. Look for green sea turtles, reef fish, dolphins, and winter whales. The midday trip includes a deli lunch, beer, wine, and cocktails. Morning departures include unlimited soft drinks.

“The catamaran sail was very enjoyable but the snorkeling was very crowded. Lunch was simply a deli wrap.”

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2.Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,655 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89Top rated

Meet at the Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue for a 2.5-hour Hawea catamaran trip to Turtle Canyon. Your crew provides gear, points out turtles, fish, octopus, and reef life, then raises the sails for a scenic ride back toward Waikiki. Swimming ability is required.

“Awesome and Safe! They were very attentive, polite, experienced and they knew how to keep everyone safe and entertained in and out of the water. 10 out of 10.”

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3.Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,420 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49Best value

Cruise from Honolulu to Turtle Canyon for a guided snorkel with Hawaiian green sea turtles and tropical fish. Captain Krash, Kareem, Lucy, Shannon, and crew members guide guests in the water, while Sushi the dog may help spot whales and dolphins. Gear, drinks, and snacks are included.

“Great friendly funny and knowledgeable guides, saw turtles so many cool fish and dolphins on our ride back!”

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4.Luxury Snorkel Cruise, Local Buffet with Whale & Dolphin Watch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,334 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $174

Join Ocean Joy Cruises aboard the 61-foot Kai OliOli catamaran for a half-day trip from Ko Olina. Your captain and crew guide you along Oahu’s west coast in search of dolphins, seasonal whales, turtles, and flying fish, followed by snorkeling, a Hawaiian buffet, drinks, and onboard showers.

“There is no snorkeling, we didn’t see any whales or dolphins. We were very disappointed. I would not recommend this trip.”

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