Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion
Overview
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2 hours
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Discover the magic of snorkeling with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles at Waikiki’s famous Turtle Canyon. On this 2-hour snorkeling tour, you’ll cruise along the beautiful Honolulu coastline to a thriving coral reef teeming with tropical fish and marine life. All snorkeling gear and professional in-water guides are included, making it easy for you to relax and explore safely. Whether you’re a first-time snorkeler or an experienced ocean lover, you’ll experience an unforgettable adventure swimming alongside Hawaii’s most iconic sea creatures.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 3 years
Dress code is swim wear
Requires Basic Swimming Ability
Consider taking sea sickness medication if you are prone to motion sickness or are not accustomed to being on boats
Please bring a towel
What To Expect
Set sail from Waikiki on a scenic boat ride to Turtle Canyon, one of Honolulu’s most popular snorkeling destinations. Here, you’ll snorkel among Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles as they glide gracefully over the reef and visit the “Turtle Cleaning Station,” where tropical fish gather to clean their shells. Before diving in, your crew will fit you with high-quality snorkeling equipment and share expert safety tips and insights about Hawaii’s marine ecosystem. Once in the water, you’ll enjoy a guided snorkeling tour surrounded by crystal-clear ocean views and vibrant sea life. After snorkeling, unwind on deck with complimentary cold drinks, soak up the Hawaiian sun, and take in breathtaking views of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head. Plus, with every ticket purchased, $1 goes directly to the Hawaii Ocean Stewardship Fund, supporting local efforts to protect and preserve our ocean resources.
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Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion
What‘s Included
Light refreshments
Use of Snorkeling equipment
Professional guide
Snacks
2hr Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4,773 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Experienced and safety conscious staff
606ph,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’m comfortable swimming but haven’t snorkeled for 10+ years. Staff was super friendly and walked us through how to use the gear and safety precautions. The whole time you’re in the water there was a staff from the team guiding you in water in front and back to make sure you see turtles and also that you’re safe within the vicinity. Overall super great experience and the awesome staff made it all an amazing and safe experience.
10/10 Experience
Soohyung N,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, easy for beginners, would definitely recommend! Never been to the 10:30 tour but 8:30 was great
Okay first and foremost...
Jessica M,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Okay first and foremost let’s talk about sea sickness. I’ve been on many types of boats and have snorkeled two other times in the past and have never gotten sick before until this tour. The boat goes pretty far out to sea and the waves rock the boat badly. 1/3 the group was sick. So take something before you go even if you’ve never experienced sea sickness before. The other complaint I had was you have an inflatable vest not a true life jacket. It didn’t seem like it would float but it does I just hope one never gets torn while someone’s wearing it if they aren’t a strong swimmer. They felt a bit unsafe to be honest. I suggest you be a decent swimmer for this tour because this is a bit more legit snorkeling than I’ve done in the past (walked directly into a shallow bay from a beach in Puerto Rico and road a boat into still water around a crater in Maui). Otherwise, the snorkeling was great! We saw two sea turtles and lots of pretty fish. Another part of our group saw a reef shark. The guides were really kind and helpful.
The crew for Living...
Andrea H,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The crew for Living Oceans was friendly, fun, and knowledgeable. We had a tour guide in the water, and a lifeguard. Our daughter started to get a headache and they were very accommodating and let us swim back to the boat early. We saw sea turtles on the way there as well.
Enjoyed but crowded
melissacI668OO,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We enjoyed doing something we don't have in Indiana. The area you get taken too though gets really crowded and people don't watch where they're swimming so be prepared. Our boat and crew members were great though, would recommend!
2 Turtles & 3 bean bags
Brandon S,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The boat ride w/ the bean bags was the highlight. Most of the crew were friendly and helpful. I would book again to ride the boat but not for 79$ 🙂
Best snorkeling experience!
LivestockTraveler,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most amazing experience! Staff was welcoming and very helpful for beginners and experienced people alike. We got very lucky and were able to see a pod of dolphins, many sea turtles, and even an eagle ray it was the perfect trip and even if we hadn’t seen anything I would’ve recommended this trip to anyone!
What a great experience...
WmRyan S,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great experience with wonderful staff! They are very accommodating to your skill levels and treated us just like family.
Friendly staff
Rob S,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, very nice staff, very helpful and attentive to make sure you are safe and having a great time.
Amazing snorkeling experience with green sea turtles
stevesT9926QV,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I enjoyed an amazing snorkel tour offered by Living Ocean Tours. Their Turtle Canyon tour goes to a reef located about half a mile offshore from Waikiki, where green sea turtles have a "cleaning station," so that they sit on the reef about 35 feet below the surface of the water while reef fish feed off the algae on the turtles' shells. The turtles come up for air every 15-20 minutes, so there is an opportunity to experience them up close. Very important, though, not to touch or spook these amazing creatures. The tour staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, and offer special attention and instruction to novice snorkelers (shout-out to our primary guide, Missy). When we went on a Thursday morning in June 2026, the boat was filled to capacity, so that we were sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with others. There were a few other boats with tour groups at the reef. We snorkeled as a group, but once in the water it didn't feel crowded and there was just enough freedom to explore a bit freely. The tour takes about 2 hours, with about one hour in the water. Snorkeling equipment is provided. Smart to arrive via public transportation--we drove ourselves but then struggled to find parking. The attached photos are ones I took using a waterproof camera.
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