Oahu Catamaran Tour: Encounter Dolphins and Marine Wildlife Along the West Coast
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770 Ratings
Embark on an unforgettable Oahu catamaran tour and encounter dolphins and marine wildlife along the stunning West Coast. Swim with bottlenose and spotted dolphins and marvel at the beauty of Hawaiian green turtles and tropical island fishes.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Waiʻanae Small Boat Harbor - ・The maximum number of people on board is 42, but a comfortable tour with a small number of people limited to 25 people!
    ・Learning about the ecosystem of wild animals (dolphins, sea turtles, etc.)
    ・Visiting natural, cultural and historical sites in Hawaii (Waianae Mountains, etc.).
    ・Double-hulled catamaran features a comfortable and stable ride.
    ・Experience with wild sea creatures!
    ・Homely tour that everyone can enjoy from small children to adults!
    ・All crews are certified as lifeguards!

*Starting October 28, 2021 regulations under the Marine Mammal Protection Act banned the 50-yard approach to Hawaiian spinner dolphins.
Therefore, if we encounter a spinner dolphins, we will keep a distance of at least 50 yards and our boat will move away from the spinner dolphins quickly.
On our tours you will experience swimming with other species of dolphins such as bottlenose and spotted dolphins.
Dolphins are wild animals, so the species you can see will vary depending on the situation of the day.
Please note that the above rules apply when seeing Hawaiian spinner dolphins.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation for the protection of wild animals.

What's Included
  • Shuttle service from/to designated hotels
  • Complimentary souvenir
  • Snorkeling equipment provided
  • Bottled water included
  • Lunch provided
What's Not Included
  • Sun screen
  • Hat
  • Towels
Additional Information

Embark on a journey on our roomy 42-passenger catamaran, exploring the West Coast of Oahu in search of wild dolphins. This dual-hull catamaran provides a smooth and agreeable journey so you can unwind while appreciating the stunning vistas of the ocean and mountains. Discover the wild dolphin pods that roam the crystal clear waters of West Oahu, often seen in small or large groups. While maintaining a respectful distance from these dolphins, you can also try spotting Hawaiian green turtles, tropical fish, and other unique marine life.

From October 28, 2021, the Marine Mammal Protection Act has prohibited getting within 50 yards of Hawaiian spinner dolphins. As such, should we come across any spinner dolphins, we will maintain a minimum distance of 50 yards and our boat will swiftly move away. During our tours, you’ll have the chance to interact with other dolphin species, such as bottlenose and spotted dolphins.

  • Feel free to bring your own food and non alcoholic beverages on the tour, we will also provide water, juice and light snacks for you.
  • Please note that BANANAs are prohibited on the boat due to Hawaiian superstitions. It will bring bad luck.
  • We have snorkel gear on the boat for you, but if you have your own snorkel, mask and fins, please bring them.
  • We do not have a wild dolphin and other wildlife guarantee.
  • The time required for the transfer between Waikiki and the harbor is approximately 1 hour.
  • Weather and wildlife conditions may delay our return to harbor.
  • Starting October 28, 2021 regulations under the Marine Mammal Protection Act banned the 50-yard approach to Hawaiian spinner dolphins. spinner dolphins quickly.On our tours you will experience swimming with other species of dolphins such as bottlenose and spotted dolphins.Dolphins are wild animals, so the species you can see will vary depending on the situation of the day.Please note that the above rules apply when seeing Hawaiian spinner dolphins. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation for the protection of wild animals.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Wantstojusttravel
Apr 23, 2024
Excellent crew! Well run snorkel catamaran! - Excellent crew! They picked us up at Aulani on a new van. Driver was really nice. The catamaran was a great vessel. It could fit 40 but they had less than about 20 people. Very personal experience. Very attentive crew. Patiently searched out the dolphins . The trip itself was beautiful regardless! They had a great photographer who takes lots of pictures so you could enjoy. He was fun too. Added to the trip. Felt safe and fun. I highly recommend!
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Rosemarie
Apr 22, 2024
Must have experience!! - Crew was awesome. Patient and explained about all different kinds of dolphins and focused that we had a great time and made sure they located dolphins that we could swim with them. Great experience from the crew and photographer on the boat along with the driver 'Tator', who picked us up at the hotel! This is a must when visiting Hawaii. Thank you for a wonderful day!!
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Sydneyboer
Apr 21, 2024
Incredible memories. - Unforgettable experience! The crew was so fun and made everything enjoyable. We got to jump in 2200ft deep waters and swim with wild dolphins. It was incredible! The views on the boat ride were spectacular. We loved every moment!
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Emma
Apr 13, 2024
Great Crew and Great Views! - This was such a great day! We didn’t get to swim with dolphins because the water was too choppy to see them, and I still feel like it was a great experience! We got to watch a pod of spinner dolphins for a while and snorkel with green sea turtles. The west coast is beautiful! The crew were all friendly and helpful and fun to talk with. We had an amazing time!
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Michael_g
Apr 13, 2024
Fun - Great people and fun time. They def treat you really well. I would recommend it to anyone else. Specially if it’s your first time to Hawaii
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Adelard_l
Apr 10, 2024
Amazing team, friendly, caring, enthusiastic… - We had an amazing time I never had before in my life. Despite I am a swimmer, this was my first time to swim in the ocean.
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Cassidy_c
Apr 10, 2024
BEST EXPERIENCE EVER. - This was such an incredible experience!! I would recommend over and over again. Pure magic. The captain, photographer and crew members were Ohana by the end of the trip. They made us all feel wicked safe and showed us where to be and where to look in the water. The wildlife was so beautiful. I can’t say enough about how freeing it was. Thank you!!!!
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James_e
Apr 9, 2024
Fabulous experience and great staff - The staff was fantastic, as was the experience. Snorkeling with the dolphins was great and then coming in to snorkel the reef was even better - sea turtles and eels! We had a blast and the staff was top notch - they obviously care a lot about customer service. Oh, and the lunch was excellent! Highly recommended!
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Hugo_m
Apr 8, 2024
Amazing swim with dolphins! - The crew was so fun and nice and I had a really good experience all along the tour with each of them. Everyone so friendly, joking, laughing… and indeed we swam with dolphins, turtles… such a great time!
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Westernadventures
Apr 22, 2024
Not a great experience - I'm surprised this tour has such high reviews; I would not recommend it. Primarily because we were yelled at the entire time like we were idiots- especially by the boat captain. While I understand that working with tourists must be frustrating at times, there was no need to constantly be yelling at people at at one time even mimicking/mocking people. If its too crowded... how about the business limiting the number of people rather than yelling for people to get out of the way and telling us we have less than a minute for all 25 people to get in the water. Also, the boat toilet was beyond disgusting, there were human feces on the ground. Maybe if we had been able to actually swim with dolphins (which i know they can't control) I would have been able to look past all the other stuff, but it was basically a really expensive boat ride and being talked down too. On the positive side, they provide snacks and a lunch which is appreciated, and there are no other tourist boats doing the same thing which is nice.
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