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15 Best Waikiki Snorkeling & Catamaran Sails

The catamaran sails off Waikiki: turtle-ground snorkels minutes offshore and boats that load directly off the sand, no harbor required. The walk-to-the-beach convenience is the whole pitch, and it lands.

1.Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

Discover Oahu’s top sights, from Diamond Head to North Shore beaches, on this guided full-day tour with snorkeling, cultural insights, and local food.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“If you are lucky to get Dylan he is an awesome tour guide, he is funny and had alot of fun with him and our group! Snorkeling is included and all the stops are great! Mahalo Dylan, you need a raise!”

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2.Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

Discover Oahu’s highlights in one day—beach views, snorkeling with turtles, scenic lookouts, and unique stops like Dole Plantation with this full-day circle island tour.

★ 4.5

“Good for first timers to Oahu, but definitely not enough time for snorkeling. There were no instructions on how to use the masks or any instructions on what part of the beach to go snorkeling in. The bus ride was terrible, especially if you’re sitting…”

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3.Oahu Circle Island: Snorkel with Turtles & Explore Turtle Beach

Discover Oahu's highlights with a small-group tour including snorkeling with turtles, scenic stops, and local food—perfect for authentic island experience.

★ 5.0

“Our tour was 9/13 with guide Nevin and driver John. Nevin was exceptional! We learned so much about the land, culture and history of each stop and more! The highlight was snorkeling with the sea turtles! Our lifeguard was perfect and me as a 1st-timer,…”

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5.Waikiki Beach: Turtle Snorkeling and Sailing on Hwea

Experience Waikiki's stunning waters with a 2.5-hour turtle snorkeling and sailing tour aboard a luxury catamaran, including drinks and ocean views.

★ 4.7

“Loved the activity, guides found the best spot for turtles and saw loads of other ocean life too! Everyone on the boat was friendly and had a great sense of humour which made the trip even better. Fab snorkels and flippers. Nice boat and would…”

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7.From Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkeling Tour

Experience intimate snorkel with Hawaiian green sea turtles during this 1.5-hour tour from Waikiki, led by expert guides in a small group setting.

★ 4.8

“The captain waited for us because I called him, the traffic was atrocious. Everything else was spectacular the girls were so helpful and friendly!!! Would recommend any day”

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8.Best Waikiki Snorkel Tour: Guaranteed Turtles at Turtle Canyon

Experience Waikiki’s best snorkeling tour with guaranteed turtle sightings aboard a spacious catamaran. Enjoy stunning scenery, friendly guides, and a memorable adventure for $99.

★ 5.0

“The crew and the boat were great! The guys were very helpful to everyone. It was a small group so that was nice. They gave good instructions of what to do. After getting in the water you realized how strong the currents was. The water…”

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9.Guided Snorkel Tour for Beginners in Honolulu

Discover Honolulu’s beginner-friendly snorkeling tour, with expert guides, marine life close-up, and videos—perfect for first-timers seeking a safe, fun introduction to ocean adventures.

★ 5.0

“Reda was great! He was very knowledgeable about sea life. Loved his jokes! Had a great time! Was very patient with me!”

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11.Oahu: All Day Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling

Discover Oahu’s top sights, from Diamond Head to the North Shore, with a full-day tour that includes snorkeling, scenic views, and local bites for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“Henry gets 5 stars. There were several stops close together with food at each. Henry was very knowledgeable and entertaining.”

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13.Best Waikiki Sunset Cruise:BYOB Sunset Sail with Swimming

Experience a smooth, stable Waikiki sunset cruise on a custom trimaran, enjoy swimming, stunning views, and BYOB in this top-rated Honolulu tour.

★ 5.0

“This was amazing! honestly the best boating experience that we’ve had! we lucked out and had our experience during whale season and got to see the best whale breach ever! it was straight out of the movies🤩 the crew was so kind and the boat…”

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14.Oahu’s Ultimate Grand Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling and More

Discover Oahu’s highlights on a full-day circle island tour featuring scenic stops, snorkeling, local farms, and cultural sites for an authentic Hawaiian experience.

★ 4.5

“Great to look around the island. We were taken to the worst place for snorkeling, could hardly see 1 mtr. Had to wait for the guide to get back to bus from spear fishing.”

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More Waikiki Snorkeling & Catamaran Sails

4.5Waikiki: Honolulu Beginner Snorkeling Tour with Videos1.5 hours$59 5.0Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu$200.00 5.0Turtle Canyon Snorkel Tour – Semi-private: 6 passenger max1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$99.00 3.6Waikiki: Turtle Snorkeling Cruise with 20ft Jumping Platform3 hours$69 4.8Board from Waikiki Beach: Friday Night Fireworks sail1 hour$71 4.5Half Day Oahu Combo Adventure: Bike, Sail and Snorkel5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$196.63 4.8Honolulu: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Experience1.5 hours$56 5.0Oahu Island Tour: 13 ppl Max, Snorkel at Turtle Beach + Lunch8 hours (approx.)$149.00 4.4Waikiki: Snorkeling & Ocean Playground Experience2 hours$58 4.5Ultimate Grand Oahu Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling and More10 hours (approx.)$105.00 4.8Honolulu: Deluxe Waikiki Snorkel and Wildlife Cruise2.5 hours$89 5.0Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling & Turtles8 to 10 hours (approx.)$185.00 5.0Scenic full day circle island tour-snorkeling/breakfast included7 to 8 hours (approx.)$110.00 4.5Full Day Oahu Bike, Hike, Sail and Snorkel Combo8 hours (approx.)$292.14 4.5Waikiki: 5-in-1 Turtle Snorkeling Trip with Transfer3 hours$115 4.3Oahu: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour near Waikiki2 hours$42 4.5Oahu Snorkeling with Turtles, Water Scooter, Paddleboard2 hours$120 5.0Waikiki: Sea Turtle Snorkeling Boat Tour (6 People Max)2 hours$116 4.5Mermaid Video shoot and Snorkel Adventure1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$99.00 4.4Board from Waikiki Beach for our Aloha Hour Sail1.5 hours$52 4.4Oahu: Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Whale & Dolphin Watching150 - 210 minutes$192 5.0Waikiki: Sea Turtle Snorkeling, Small Group Boat Tour$116 4.8Oahu: Snorkeling & Dolphin Watch Cruise w/ Luau Style Buffet$171 5.0Oahu: Sunset sailing in small intimate groups2 hours$103