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15 Best Oahu Dolphin Swims

The dolphin trips: west-side boats finding the wild spinner pods resting along the Waianae coast most mornings, with reef snorkel stops rounding out the run.

1.Oahu: Snorkeling and Dolphin Watch Cruise With Hawaiian Buffet

Discover Oahu’s marine life with a 3.5-hour snorkeling and dolphin watch cruise, including a Hawaiian buffet. Perfect for wildlife lovers and water enthusiasts.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“This was a lot of fun. Took the family for my daughter’s bday. Crew was great, saw humpback whales and dolphins. Snorkeling was great but did get a little chilly in December. Food was good/solid, not the best but oh well”

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3.Wild Dolphin Watching and Snorkel Safari Off West Coast of Oahu

Discover Hawaii’s marine life on a 3-hour Wild Dolphin Watching and Snorkel Safari off Oahu's coast, led by marine biologists with included lunch and gear.

★ 5.0

“Excellent day overall. Lovely crew, very helpful and accommodating. All equipment provided (snorkel/mask, lunch, dry bag etc), can purchase wet suit. Variable dolphin spotting but still great experience.”

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4.Oahu: Dolphin Swim and Turtle Snorkel Excursion in Waianae

Experience Hawaii's marine wildlife on a 3-hour dolphin and turtle snorkel tour in Waianae. Guided by marine biologists, guaranteed dolphin sightings, and plenty of underwater fun.

★ 4.8

“We saw dolphins, whales and turtles! Jay-Lynn was our driver and helped us with the snorkel. Her and the captain were great and the sandwiches were delicious.”

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5.West Oahu Green Sea Turtle and Dolphin Snorkel Sail with Lunch

Experience the beauty of Oahu’s coast with a 3-hour snorkel, dolphin sightings, and lunch on a luxurious catamaran—perfect for family-friendly marine adventures.

★ 4.5

“We saw tons of dolphins, some that actually were riding in the front of the boat. One was a mama with her baby. The crew was incredible! Nick, Caden and Ian. The turkey wraps for lunch were fresh and quite tasty! Breakfast consisted of grapes,…”

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6.Swim With Dolphins & Turtles in West Oahu (Semi-Private Tours)

Discover the intimacy and thrill of swimming with dolphins and turtles in West Oahu on a small-group, 3-hour tour for $200 per person.

★ 5.0

“Koa and Stef are the best. Great guides with amazing energy. Must do when you are in Oahu (and the smaller semi-private tour is worth it)! Truly a lifelong memory.”

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7.Deluxe Catamaran Swim with Dolphins in Oahu with Waterslide

Experience a 4-hour Oahu boat tour with snorkeling, dolphins, sea turtles, a waterslide, and more. Perfect for families and marine life enthusiasts.

★ 4.5

“We had a wonderful experience and the crew was amazing and made the experience fun and educational. Highly recommend this excursion and crew!”

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9.Oahu Swimming with Dolphins Speedboat Adventure

Discover Oahu’s best dolphin and turtle encounters on a 3-hour speedboat tour including snorkeling, with expert guides, scenic views, and hotel pickup.

★ 5.0

“Morgan, Ken, Ken, and captain TJ were great saw a lot of dolphins and turtles got to swim with a mama and baby dolphin whoever gave them a one star review was just having a bad day because the tour was great”

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10.Whale Watch, Dolphins, Turtles and Sightseeing Cruise

Discover Oahu’s vibrant marine life on a glass-bottom boat cruise from Honolulu—great for family fun, scenic views, and marine enthusiasts alike.

★ 3.5

“Nice simple outing but this should be titled Honolulu Coast Tour. It's just a short out and back with info about the history of Honolulu, not wildlife.”

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11.Oahu: Dolphin Watching & Turtle Snorkeling with Waterslide

Experience dolphins, turtles, and stunning ocean views on a 3-hour Oahu cruise with snorkeling, waterslides, live Hawaiian shows, and authentic cuisine.

★ 4.9

“Fantastic experience was had by our whole family. Sway, Captain Joe, Jeremy, Ryan, Zoe & Aunty Ingrid were all so amazing & attentive with all the guests & really went the extra mile to make sure everyone was having a good time. We saw some…”

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14.West O’ahu: Swim with Dolphins Catamaran Cruise

Experience the thrill of spotting wild dolphins, turtles, and whales on a 4-hour catamaran cruise along Oahu's West Coast, complete with snorkeling and Hawaiian lunch.

★ 4.9

“Absolutely incredible experience. This outing I think counts as the best day of my life. The crew managed to get us in the water with False Killer Whales, Green sea turtles, octopus, and we were even all roaches by a pod of spinner dolphins! The…”

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15.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling on the West Coast of Oahu

Discover the West Coast of Oahu with this dolphin watching and snorkeling tour. Enjoy wildlife sightings, scenic boat rides, and Hawaiian cuisine for a memorable adventure.

★ 5.0

“Being from the Midwest (St. Louis, Missouri, USA) this was a complete shocker. I never snorkeled my entire life and I’m not the best swimmer! The ocean was beautiful and lucid! I was able to see dolphins, sea turtles, a shark, exotic fish, and many…”

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