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15 Best Oahu Snorkeling Tours

The snorkel menu: Turtle Canyon, west-side reefs and sail-and-snorkel combos off Waikiki. Gear, instruction and the occasional underwater photographer come standard.

1.Turtle Canyons Snorkel Excursion from Waikiki, Hawaii

Experience Waikiki’s vibrant marine life on a 2-hour snorkel tour with turtles, fish, and dolphins. Perfect for beginners and seasoned snorkelers alike.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Fun experience. The staffs took care of us, very professional and knowledgeable. Saw many turtles and fish. Kids loved it. Definitely recommend. Make sure you get your Dramanine before you head out, if you know you have motion sickness.”

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2.Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki, Oahu

Join the Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki for a guided boat trip, vibrant marine life, and peaceful sunbathing on floating platforms, all for $85.

★ 5.0

“My husband and I went snorkleling for the first time. We were given wonderful service. All the equipment and directions were great. They made sure we were safe and comfortable throughout our experience. Would highly recommend .”

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4.Waikiki Turtle Snorkel & Sail combo on Hawea Catamaran

Experience Oahu’s marine life with this snorkeling and sailing tour to Turtle Canyon. Enjoy guided encounters with turtles, fish, and scenic views, all from a comfortable catamaran.

★ 5.0

“If you’re fortunate enough to have the opportunity to experience snorkeling with sea turtles jump, run and swim to get there. The intense joy of swimming six feet from sea turtles and watching them crest next to you is why I gave 4 stars. There…”

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6.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.

★ 4.5

“Fantastic food and a very comfortable boat. Great experience seeing spinner dolphins, Turtles and fish Crew was very nice and helpful”

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7.Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands with Lunch

Experience Oahu’s stunning Kailua Bay with a half-day kayak and snorkel tour, spotting sea turtles, visiting islands, and enjoying a beachside lunch.

★ 5.0

“Staff was welcoming and helpful in ensuring we got the information we needed to have a safe and fun day. The food vouchers provided through the package included very tasty freshly made sandwiches from a Deli down the street, Huge quarter-pan pizza slices, or a…”

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8.Turtle Snorkeling Boat Tour and Adventure in Waikiki

Experience Oahu’s top snorkeling spot with a guided boat tour, swim with green sea turtles, and enjoy stunning coastlines on this family-friendly adventure.

★ 4.5

“My 8yr old daughter and I went out yesterday on the turtle snorkel. We had an amazing time and saw so many turtles! They even detoured on the way to the site so we could see some whales quickly. The water was warm and beautiful.…”

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9.Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

Discover the convenience and beauty of Hanauma Bay with this all-inclusive snorkel tour from Waikiki. Perfect for beginners and experienced alike.

★ 4.5

“Philippe picked us up at the Hyatt hotel and even found us in the crowd of people there. Pleasant ride with narration to the entry to the Park, and he provided the equipment needed for snorkeling, umbrella and chairs. At 1:00 he met us back…”

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10.Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed

Experience Waikiki’s marine life on a guided snorkel tour from Waikiki with guaranteed turtle sightings, small groups, and expert guides for an authentic adventure.

★ 5.0

“Everybody was so informative and fun on the trip! I would highly recommend for anybody for anybody wanting an affordable and exciting adventure.”

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11.Moanas Waikk Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

Experience Oahu's marine life on Moana's guided turtle snorkel and sailing tour. Family-friendly, well-rated, with expert guides and stunning underwater views.

★ 4.5

“My husband and I booked the 2.5 hour turtle snorkeling cruise and it was amazing! Initially we booked the 10:30am slot, but the business notified us that over 40 people booked that time and only 4 people booked the 7 am slot. We were able…”

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12.Oahu: Waikiki Turtle Canyons Cruise and Snorkel Excursion

Experience snorkeling with endangered sea turtles off Waikiki, enjoy coastal views, and relax with snacks on this 2-hour boat tour for all levels.

★ 4.8

“We both felt that this excursion was a highlight from our week on Oahu. The crew was fun, relaxed, and knowledgeable. From the first welcome to the snacks and playlist we enjoyed our time on the boat and the snorkelling was phenomenal. I would recommend…”

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13.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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14.Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure – Small Group 6 Passengers

Experience personalized snorkeling at Turtle Canyon on a small-group speedboat tour for up to six, with expert guides, marine life sightings, and included snacks in Oahu.

★ 4.5

“We all had a lovely time on the water. Went and visited diamond head after our snorkeling and got some awesome pictures! Brittany was amazing and helpful in the water! Couldn’t recommend anyone else”

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More Oahu Snorkeling Tours

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