Kahala Kai Snorkel: Swim with Turtles in Waikiki

975 Ratings

Honolulu

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Escape the crowded beaches of Waikiki and embark on a snorkeling adventure with Hawaiian green sea turtles. Enjoy a relaxing, intimate experience aboard our catamaran, complete with on-board amenities and stunning marine life encounters.

Duration: 2 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Oahu Catamarans - Experience the waters of Honolulu with Hawaiian green sea turtles, and schools of tropical fish on our 2 hour snorkel adventure at Turtle Canyon reef in Waikiki. No need to rent snorkeling gear, as snorkeling gear rental is included. Rest assured, our highly experienced captain with over forty years experience and crew members…

What's Included

Water, Soda, Juice
Snacks
Use of snorkeling equipment

Additional Information

The 2025 Viator Top 20 Best Excursions award in the United States features the top-rated snorkel excursion in the country!
Experience the best value in Waikiki! Spot turtles with a guarantee or receive a full refund! Enjoy brand new premium snorkel gear at no extra cost. Complimentary water, soda, juice, and light snacks are also provided!
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Location

Oahu Catamarans

Please arrive 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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Hoang_t

Jul 8, 2025

Amazing time! - This was a great experience for families with older kids! They had snacks, drinks and provided great service. They made sure to keep everyone safe and comfortable. My kids especially loved it and spent the whole time in the water!

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Go62305283178

Jul 8, 2025

Did in fact see turtles! - Krash was a super fun guide, the crew was great too! They made sure we saw turtles, provided snacks, and the dog, Sushi, started barking which meant we got to see dolphins!!!

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Jordan_j

Jul 7, 2025

So much fun, thank you George!! - This was such a fun experience! This was my first time, so I was stuck to George the whole time lol!! He was so nice with me and my cousin and walked us through every step because we were so scared 🫩!! The dog on board, sushi, was soo cute and a big plus to calm my nerves. Definitely coming back next year!!

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Jenniferzipps

Jul 5, 2025

Highlight of Trip - This was the highlight of our visit to Hawaii. We saw tons of turtles. We saw dolphins. The crew was amazing: Captain Crash, Ana and Rocko? (sorry, not sure of driver’s name) and the dogs, sushi and Moana. Great explanation of safety rules, what we would do, what we would see. All around perfect morning.

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Jenna_t

Jul 4, 2025

Awesome time! - Highly reccomend the experience! The captain was friendly and informative, there was great music, and we even got to see dolphins as we were headed to see turtles! He also had his dog sushi who was absolutely adorable!! I would seriously go again. Bonus, it's a small business which is even better! Please check it out! :)

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Trail24123972979

Jul 4, 2025

Really enjoyed this activity - Very Nice experience, captain crush and Ana were very supportive, they are both very attentive and supportive to the group and made the experience so much fun.

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Katriel_d2014

Jul 4, 2025

Amazing Turtle Snorkeling Tour - We had such a wonderful experience snorkeling with Oahu Catamarans! I went with my kids (ages 9 and 12), and it was honestly one of the highlights of our trip. We did the turtle snorkeling tour and saw dolphins, colorful fish, and several turtles up close. The whole crew: Lucy, Jorge, and Captain Karim were incredibly kind and welcoming. We actually had trouble finding the pier because I was having phone issues and couldn’t access my email, so we were late and literally saw the boat leaving. I yelled, and they stopped and came back to pick us up. They were so calm and understanding about it, which I really appreciated as a stressed out parent trying to get there on time. The boat wasn’t crowded at all, maybe about 15 - 18 people, it seemed roomy so it felt relaxed and spacious. They had refreshments on board, and the captain even fed the fish so the kids could see them right by the boat. Everything was clean, well organized, and just a fantastic experience overall! Highly recommend Oahu Catamarans for anyone visiting! Thank you for such a memorable day! And buy it directly from their website ( we didn't as we did not know), it is much cheaper.We will definitely use them again if we're there! I just can't thank enough this little company, felt so warm and cozy!

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Juan_b

Jul 3, 2025

Very fair price... - Very fair price especially compared to hotel prices. Felt safe and secured, kids received the attention they deserved.

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Karen_m

Jul 3, 2025

Unforgettable Turtle Snorkeling Adventure in Oahu! - This catamaran snorkel tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Oahu! From start to finish, the Krash & Anna was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. The boat was clean and spacious, and the ride out on the water was beautiful and relaxing. And yes….we saw turtles just like they guaranteed! 🐢 They were so close, just swimming peacefully beside us. The snorkeling spot was clear and full of marine life. It was like swimming in an aquarium. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced snorkeler, this tour is perfect. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the island. Mahalo to the crew for such an unforgettable day 🌺⛵️

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