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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

“They go the extra mile and do so while smiling. Good company and fun times, for sure!!’ The food was great. Honestly, not a bad word. They knew what they were doing.”

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2.Swim with Dolphins on the West Coast of Oahu

Experience swimming with wild dolphins, snorkeling alongside sea turtles, and enjoying scenic boat rides along Oahu’s coast on this family-friendly tour.

“Amazing experience! Breathtaking views! The crew are very kind, welcoming and knowledgable. They are also very respectful and ethical towards sea creatures. We saw spinner dolphins which are protected so we didn't get to swim with dolphins this time. The crew tried their best to…”

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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

“Morgan was awesome! We got to see tons of dolphins and swim with them!! We also got to see turtles where we snorkeled and then topped it off with some whale watching. We were able to see a couple different groups of whales! We had…”

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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 Shark whale one of the rarest sightings. It was an amazing experience and most thrilling activity I have ever done to jump into a sea which is 3000ft deep in middle of no where amongst one of the deadliest predators of open water.…”

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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

“It was a great experience with the local crewmen! They talked about not just the island but spoke about personal connections with the people on board! We seen dolphins and sea turtle (even if we had to be 8ft from them!) lots of fish! We…”

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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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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

“We had such an amazing time at the activity! The staff were truly fantastic and so accommodating. A big shoutout to Ryan, Surrey, Brandon, Lauren, and everyone else for making it such a great experience!”

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13.Afternoon Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle and Dolphin Snorkel and Sail

Discover Oahu’s vibrant marine life on this afternoon snorkel and sail tour, perfect for families and wildlife lovers seeking an authentic ocean experience.

★ 4.5

“Dolphins swam beside the boat and the children were delighted. We had three children and one teen in our group and they really enjoyed snorkeling. And Captain Dave and Ian and Quin were very patient with the two senior citizens in the group who had…”

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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

“What a wonderful experience! We saw dolphins and got to swim with turtles, many beautiful fish and false killer whales (a mom with her calf). The crew took good care of us and we laughed a lot together. Great memories were created!”

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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

“The crew is so much fun!! We saw lots of spinner dolphins The snorkeling was great also, able to see a large sea turtle. Lunch was very good, they provided drinks, snacks also The photographer was great! The entire crew was incredible”

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