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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

“The crew was great! We saw about 4 turtles in all and got lucky enough to spot a pod of dolphins on the ride out. The water was unfortunately cloudy and it was hard to see things. Not the companies fault obviously. I do wish…”

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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

“Wonderful experience. Boat Captain was friendly, knowledgeable, and personable. The crew was easy-going and professional. Offering a varied of aid when getting on/off the boat, in and out of water, and every aspect of making sure customers were safe and comfortable while snorkeling.”

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5.Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

Experience Oahu's marine life on a two-hour catamaran tour, swimming with turtles, fish, and more, with expert guides and excellent value.

★ 5.0

“Great trip, lots of turtles , fish , rode out to view the Whales that came in to visit us . We had super nice tour guides thanks to Holly, Krash and Suishi Doris and Diane”

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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

“It was absolutely incredible. The crew was very nice and friendly. Communication was perfect and the whole experience was exactly what I wanted. My wife did feel a little seasick but they offered a medication before hand to help. Explanation for snorkeling and all equipment…”

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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

“This is a really fun kayak and island exploration trip. The snorkeling is pretty cool, but exploring the island is actually more interesting with the burrows and the monk seals that we saw, and the trip to the Queen‘s Bath. I do wish that I…”

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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

“The crew was very friendly, helpful and funny. Our lifeguard and snorkeling guide went above and beyond to help us get great pictures of the wildlife at a safe distance. It was a beautiful day on the water!”

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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

“What an amazing experience! The large colourful fish were everywhere. They were huge some hiding in the coral. The water and beach were not crowded and it was very safe for all levels of water comfortability. We wish we could have stayed all day for…”

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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

“Came here for work trip and hubby had to work so I took myself on an excursion and booked this one this morning. The pricing is great! The boat was super clean almost brand new. Our guides were phenomenal. They brought the vibe and energy.…”

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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

“did the turtle snorkel with wife and daughter captain and crew were great helping with getting in and out of the water as well as assisting while in the water as wife and daughter aren't great swimmers. crew was extremely friendly and helpful would definitely…”

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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

“Great experience! Family of 5 ages 7-50 and the staff were beyond helpful at all times! Felt very safe and supported for even the least confident of swimmers. Would definitely recommend and Kev and his team were absolutely brilliant! Only downside is that we couldn’t…”

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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

“We had the most magical time on this dolphin safari. It was my life dream to swim with dolphins and we were able to. The guides were lovely and so respectful of the ocean life. We saw at least one other boat that was filled…”

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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

“It was very good! Great!!! Very kind guidence!!! I want to visit again in the future, if possible. Thanks a lot!!!”

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15.Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Semi Private Boat Tour

Experience close encounters with sea turtles on a small-group snorkel tour from Waikiki, featuring a quick boat ride, expert guides, and vibrant marine life.

★ 5.0

“Great experience though water was a bit murky. The captain and his assistant were great. I would suggest a sig. at the meeting g point as several were confused if they were in the right spot. Overall, lot of fun and the guide was great…”

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More Oahu Snorkeling Tours

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