Oahu Catamaran: Snorkel with Dolphins & Turtles

Embark on an unforgettable Oahu catamaran cruise to explore marine life, coral reefs, and enjoy a delicious Hawaiian meal. Snorkel in crystal clear waters and witness humpback whales in their natural habitat.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ocean Joy Cruises - Journey north along the untouched western coast of Oahu to spot dolphins, whales (in season), flying fish, green sea turtles, and more. When the captain finds a pod of dolphins or whales, the boat pauses, allowing passengers to enjoy a fantastic view of these majestic creatures from the spacious deck. Following this, the…
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Use of snorkels, masks, fins, flotation vests, flotation noodles
  • Reef Safe Sunscreen lotion, ginger pills
  • Hawaiian meal- Please notify Ocean Joy Cruises with any dietary concerns.
  • Hot Freshwater Showers
  • On-board restrooms
  • Beverages (both alcoholic and nonalcoholic)
  • Optional Roundtrip Transportation from Waikiki
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Explore the countryside of Oahu’s West Coast aboard a secure and cozy Custom Catamaran, featuring a unique Hot Hawaiian Buffet and beverages available after snorkeling. The Waianae Coast, with its years of minimal development and largely untouched waters, boasts a thriving abundance of marine life, coral reefs, and pristine waters. The tour visits areas…

Location
Ko Olina Marina
Waipahe Place
Please meet us behind the Ko Olina Marina Adventure Center (store is currently closed). Our waiting area is oceanside, underneath the umbrellas to the left behind the Center. Our manager on duty will greet you and check you in for our tour there!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Discover02803679619
Mar 14, 2026
A highlight of our trip to Oahu! - We were extremely pleased with our experience with Ocean Joy Cruises. Everything about their operation was top notch. Their communication before the cruise made it easy to book and secure transportation to the marina, while their clear instructions once on board the boat helped everyone know what to expect and how be safe. We saw a few whales and a manta ray the afternoon that we went out, and had a great time snorkeling in the clear waters. The crew was very friendly and we really enjoyed the music that was played while out on the ocean, as well as the meal that was provided. It's very evident that this company tries very hard to make sure everyone has a fun, relaxing and safe experience. We would highly recommend it to everyone.
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Loren_g
Mar 11, 2026
Hawaiian snorkeling cruise - Knowledgeable captain and great crew Lots of wildlife to see above and below the water Helpful with the snorkeling gear Food and drinks were very good Recommend for all ages
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Mimee27
Mar 10, 2026
Fantastic time on the Afternoon Dolphin Watch & Snorkel Cruise! - We had a fantastic time on the Afternoon Dolphin Watch & Snorkel Cruise. Our group of three really enjoyed the entire experience from start to finish. The crew was friendly, organized, and clearly experienced—they made everyone feel welcome and safe throughout the trip. One of the highlights was spotting dolphins in the wild. Lunch and drinks were a nice bonus and added to the relaxed, fun atmosphere on board. Overall, it was a really enjoyable afternoon on the water. If you’re visiting and looking for a fun way to see dolphins and do some snorkeling, this cruise is a great option. We’d definitely recommend it.
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Tracey_w
Mar 9, 2026
Do it!!! - Staff was very knowledgeable, accomodating, and friendly. Food was quite good. It was a memorable experience. We would do it again!!!!
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X8662xajustint
Mar 7, 2026
A Great Snorkeling Introduction - This turned out to be a great snorkeling experience, especially when you consider that no one in my group had ever been snorkeling before (I would 100% recommend fully inflating the life vests they give you and grabbing one of the floaties if you're new to snorkeling btw). The crew was great, kept an eye out for our safety, and definitely made sure we had enough drinks and food on our way back to shore. There was also a photographer onboard who took great photos of us on the boat and in the water for a reasonable price. We also managed to spot few whales which was a nice trip bonus!
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Melodrady
Mar 6, 2026
Great day! Great crew!! - Fabulous day!. Several whales, snorkeling with a couple tortoises, then great food and beverages. Fantastic crew!!!
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Maxmelgaard_r
Mar 6, 2026
Beautiful experience with... - Beautiful experience with super professional crew, the ride wasn’t rushed rather the opposite, we spend extra time chasing whales. The service was great too, coffee, drinks and food -plenty of time to enjoy. Highly recommended.
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Christian_a
Mar 5, 2026
Love the experience with... - Love the experience with an amazing crew. Will do it again no questions asked. The best thing was that we saw turtles and whales all over the ocean and took so many amazing photos.
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Sharon_g
Mar 4, 2026
Great experience, entertaining and relaxing - Great experience. We saw lots of dolphins and one whale. Snorkeling was nice. But not a lot of tropical fish. Wish we could have snorkeled in shallow water. The crew was great and food yummy. Nice to have a photographer there taking pics throughout the trip. Well worth our time and money.
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Anna_m
Mar 17, 2026
Canceled - They called and told us we were still going on the cruise then called 3 hours later and said it was canceled due to weather, but the day of our cruises was the only day the sun came out. It was a beautiful day. Not sure why they canceled
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From $174
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).