USA ·SNORKELING TRIPS IN OAHU
Every trip has one afternoon left over. These 15 snorkeling trips on oahu are the ones worth spending it on, with what each costs and how they differ.
See Oahu’s coast, North Shore, farms, pineapple country, and snorkeling in one full-day island tour from Honolulu.
“Extremely knowledgeable and fun guide. Really got to feel of the island of Oahu. Would highly recommend.”
Review of Oahu’s full-day circle island tour, with Dole Plantation, turtle snorkeling, Pali Lookout, beaches, snacks, and practical booking advice.
“We were able to see a little bit of everything and enjoyed our tour guide, but unfortunately had a terrible experience snorkeling. The beach that was selected was incredibly rocky and littered with urchins that made it incredibly difficult to access the snorkeling point. The water was murky and difficult to see through, so we were not able to see much sea life and we left the experience cut up/ bleeding from the rocks, frustrated and disappointed. None of this was the fault of our guide, but if you are selecting this tour with the hope that the snorkeling will be the highlight of the trip, you may be best…”
See Oahu’s top sights, North Shore beaches, macadamia farms, Dole Plantation, and green sea turtles on an eight-hour small-group tour.
“Great trip with excellent info provided. Thank you Nevin, Stone, and Mole. And the shrimp lunch was excellent. I really liked all the Hawaiian history provided. Seeing turtles was great too!”
Review of Waikiki’s 2-hour Turtle Canyon snorkel trip, with turtles, reef fish, boat views, practical tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.
“Awesome!! Great captain and crew that were very professional, knowledgeable, fun, and nice. Wonderful day. Wonderful experience. Highly recommended.”
Review of Oahu’s Turtle Canyon snorkel tour, with turtles, tropical fish, boat views, gear, safety details, pricing, and practical tips.
“Our Our family of four went to Turtle Canyon, and it was a great experience for everyone—snorkelers and non-snorkelers alike. Two of us were excited to get in the water, while the other two were a little hesitant, but the staff did an amazing job making all of us feel comfortable and welcome from the start. They were patient, encouraging, and really catered to each person’s needs without any pressure. The best part? Even the two who chose not to snorkel still got to see sea turtles, which made the trip feel totally worth it for the whole family. If you’re traveling with a mixed group (some eager, some unsure),…”
Snorkel with guaranteed green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon from Waikiki, with catamaran views, lunch, drinks, and seasonal whale watching.
“Great crew, great views of diamond head and waikiki, great refreshments, awesome snorkeling, saw 5-6 sea turtles, gliding, surfacing, great fun..”
Review of Oahu’s dolphin and snorkel cruise with Waikiki pickup, turtles, lunch, hula, a water slide, and practical planning tips.
“Great tour, great staff! Lots of fun! The staff was friendly, funny and professional. The boat has an inflatable slide off the side, so it's great for all ages.”
Snorkel with green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon, then sail Waikiki aboard the clean Hawea catamaran with gear, snacks, and drinks.
“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 was a circle of boats we were told to remain within. After about 20 minutes the entire group was corralled within a fairly tight space. It was impossible not to bang into each other, felt constricted and stopped being enjoyable. I swam back to the boat prematurely as it was very uncomfortable. All snorklers must wear a floatation device and theirs was a foam belt…”
Review of Oahu Catamarans’ two-hour Turtle Canyon snorkel cruise, with turtles guaranteed, friendly guides, gear, snacks, price, and practical tips.
“Super fun tour! Plenty of sea turtles and other fish. The water was clear, the guides are very friendly and knowledgeable. A must-do experience in Hawaii”
Review of Oahu’s luxury snorkel cruise from Ko Olina, with whale and dolphin watching, Hawaiian buffet, drinks, gear, and Waikiki pickup.
“This was a fun trip. We were spoiled by Maui, so we were a bit down on not seeing a ton of whales, but as soon as we got in the water, we saw so many fish and turtles. The ride was great and the crew were so nice! The food even turned out to be really good! I would definitely book this again.”
Paddle Kailua Bay to island sanctuaries, snorkel near Lanikai, spot turtles, and enjoy lunch on this active Oahu eco-adventure.
“This was a fun experience; we were able to kayak on our own, and the lunch was delicious. The staff explain all the rules and address any potential issues.”
Review of Waikiki’s Turtle Canyon snorkel, with turtle sightings, crew tips, swimming requirements, timing, value, and booking advice.
“An AMAZING tour!!! We had Jamie, John, and Tyler as our crew and they were fantastic. We save over 5 sea turtles, fish, dolphins, and seals!! Would definitely book again ;)”
Review of Hanauma Bay snorkeling from Waikiki, including transport, costs, gear, timing, fish, coral, and practical booking advice.
“A reliable and smooth service with excellent communication to have our group enter Hanumea Bay for an amazing experience. The process was streamlined by the company and was very efficient. Plus the staff are all very friendly and provide lots of helpful information.”
Swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon, enjoy Diamond Head views, friendly guides, gear, drinks, and a 24-hour refund policy.
“Our turtle snorkel tour was everything it promised to be and more. From start to finish, the crew made the experience feel safe, relaxed, and incredibly well organised. Ella, Elle, and Maddy were fantastic. They looked after the entire group, kept a close eye on everyone in the water, and made sure we always knew where the turtles were without ever feeling rushed or crowded. Captain Chris ran a smooth, professional operation and we felt safe at all times. If you’re thinking about doing this tour, don’t hesitate. It’s an unforgettable experience with a truly caring and attentive crew.”
Snorkel Turtle Canyon from Waikīkī with Moana Sailing. See turtles, fish, and reef life on a family-friendly catamaran trip.
“Nice easy time that doesn't take up too much time in your day. Seeing turtles and fish on a great boat that's not crowded at all!!!”
Start on a coastline and work inland.
