Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed
Overview
2 hours
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Experience one Viator's 2025 Top 20 Best Excursions in the country. This Oahu catamaran snorkel tour offers unbeatable value and family-friendly fun from Waikiki.
Swim alongside Hawaiian green sea turtles and vibrant tropical fish in crystal-clear waters, with turtle sightings 100% guaranteed, or you’ll receive a full refund. Enjoy premium snorkel gear, water, soda, juice, and light snacks during your relaxing sail aboard the spacious Kahala Kai catamaran, complete with two onboard restrooms for your comfort.
Safety is the top priority, supported by a spotless record since 1985. You’ll appreciate the comfortable experience aboard a vessel that welcomes only about half of its Coast Guard–allowed capacity, ensuring plenty of space to relax and enjoy the ride. After snorkeling, continue your cruise toward Diamond Head in search of whales (seasonal), dolphins, and Hawaiian monk seals, making this an unforgettable Oahu snorkeling adventure for all ages.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Discover the beauty of Waikiki on a two-hour snorkeling adventure at Turtle Canyon Reef. Swim alongside Hawaiian green sea turtles and colorful schools of tropical fish as you explore one of Honolulu’s most famous marine sanctuaries. All snorkel gear is included, so you can simply relax and enjoy your time in the water. Your experienced captain, with more than 40 years of local expertise, and friendly crew will guide you throughout the tour, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all ages. To keep the atmosphere comfortable and personal, the number of passengers is limited, allowing you to fully enjoy this unforgettable snorkeling experience in the waters of Waikiki.
What‘s Included
Two Restrooms on Board
Snacks
Water, Soda, Juice
Premium snorkel equipment
Oahu Snorkel Tour
Guaranteed Turtle Sighting (or full refund)
Options
Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed
Reviews
1,401 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Captain Crash and the...
Jordan C,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain Crash and the crew were great all were friendly and knowledgeable. The girls were excellent and guiding us to locations were we could see turtles. We were able to see many different turtles on our trip. We also saw lots of different kinds of fish, a whale, and a pod of dolphins! One of the crew also found an octopus while we were at the reef for us to see. Sushi (the captain's dog) was another great addition to the trip and helped alert us when dolphins and whales were around!
Above and beyond!
Amy M,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Holy moly! What an incredible experience. From start to finish thiis company treated me like family. Everything they supplied was high end. My snorkel never leaked, Lucy guided us on the tour. She was so calm and made sure we saw as many turtles as possible. She knew in detail which turtle was which. She even described all of the fish we were seeing. It was amazing to have the fish all around us at the different water depths and not just down on the reef. The moment I stepped on the boat Captain Kareem made sure I had put on sunscreen and showed me exactly what I needed to do next. While we were out on the water both Kareem and Lucy made sure we had everything we needed. Captain Kareem even went out to look for dolphin on our way back to the harbor. We even saw some flying fish! Overall we saw at least 15 turtles. Some were snoozing at the bottom, a couple surfaced and hung out looking at us. It was magical. I have been on lots of snorkeling trips and this is one of my all time best experiences. At the end of the trip Lucy even shared a couple of GoPro videos with us to take home on our phones! No extra fees. Just a gift. 🫶🏼 This meant so much to me because I had left my GoPros at home.
Had a great experience. ...
Ian B,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great experience. Lucy was incredible. Can't thank her enough for helping out with my 6 year old daughter.
Great experience with majestic sea turtles
199jjp,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great experience with Crash, Shannon, and Joe. Got to see about 6 throws, they were magical. They took us around to also try to spot wales and dolphins.
Snorkeling
Doris H,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great 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
Would highly recommend
ginapH5987BC,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our captain “Crash” and tour guides were friendly and knowledgeably. We saw sea turtles, lots of fish and even an octopus. The boat was clean and my family felt safe in the water.
Krash, Holly, and Sushi...
Alicia T,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Krash, Holly, and Sushi were amazing! Would 100 do again. We even saw a humpback whale fluke! We loved our morning!!
Amazing trip! from the...
Brian F,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00AMAZING TRIP! From the moment you step onboard, the crew of three make you instantly feel comfortable and welcome. Their knowledge and expertise is top notch! Once we slowed down to our swimming point, you could already begin to see the many fish in the beautiful, clear water, around the boat. Once in the water, the guides ensured you were safe and stayed in the water the entire time with you, guiding you in the right direction to make the most of your snorkeling. You can take your own camera/phone into the water, to grab some amazing sea life pics/videos. This is a MUST DO while visiting Hawii. Well worth every penny.
Amazing time on the Oahu catamaran!🐢🐠
317teresat,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our time. Lucy and unfortunately I cannot remember the captains name.,were awesome. They were very helpful and attended to everybody and what they needed . I would definitely come back. I have told my family that lives here in Hawaii about this great experience. Loved seeing the turtles and all the beautiful fish.
Amazing turtle view boat ride
Aryana R,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was amazing, the crew knew exactly where to go for guaranteed turtle sightings. Our water guide Shannon was amazing and dove down to show us cool things while in the water and very knowledgeable. The boat ride was great and they had refreshments for after. You were able to geo it for as long or little as you wanted. Equipment worked great and was clean
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