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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

“Bring sunscreen and wear a suit or swimwear you can move easily in. Swimming in the ocean is more challenging & strenuous than a pool so be aware. You will be barefoot on the boat, but it’s much easier to move around without shoes on.…”

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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.

“This was truly the highlight of our 2 week Hawai’i stay. And I want to call out we did multiple snorkeling tours but this one really took the cake. I’ve been talking about it to friends and family for the last 3 days. The team…”

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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

“Had an amazing time on this tour, as a matter of fact this was the highlight of my trip! We seen humpback whales and dolphins. We even snorkeled with turtles. Unbelievable. We got lucky and only had a few of us on board!”

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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

“Honestly such a breath taking experience our guides were so fun and nice. Saw dolphins and basically swam with the turtles.”

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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

“It is well worth the money. The staff is very well trained and very accommodating. I know they say they leave at 5 PM sharp but you got about 510 minutes after that to get there no longer than that. We saw many dolphins turtles…”

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8.Oahu Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling

Experience dolphin watching, snorkeling with turtles, and family fun on a 3-hour Oahu boat tour featuring waterslides, paddleboards, and a delicious lunch.

★ 5.0

“I was a little scared to jump in the water on the first drop but I did it and it was incredible!! Just do it, you will not regret it! We seen a baby whale and tons of dolphins swim by us in the deep…”

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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

“This was one of my favorite activities that I’ve ever done. I got to see many dolphins and other sea creatures. We swam close to them and got some cool pics. We also saved a turtle.”

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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

“Beautiful trip! Stunning views, going into the water a bit far from the beach was such an amazing experience…!!! I love it, awesome crew, very energetic, family friendly atmosphere… definitely recommend to everyone…!”

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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

“We had such an amazing time with Indigo Ocean Hawaii!! All the crew members were so awesome and made the trip so fun, comfortable, and made us feel safe and taken care of! We got in to see dolphins several different times, swam with sea…”

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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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