Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
What‘s Included
Light refreshments
Use of Snorkeling equipment
Professional guide
Snacks
2hr Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Gratuities
Parking fee ($5 payable by cash or card in the lot)
Towels
Private Tour
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Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion
Reviews
4,715 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ana,Ava, Chance &...
Christal l,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ana,Ava, Chance & Annabel, were our tour guides on this trip yesterday. Thank you very much for going above and beyond! The hospitality and care they showed us was beyond my expectations. I overcame one of my biggest fears of the ocean. I would definitely come back again!
Best experience ever....
lori s,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best experience ever. Must do. Sea turtles and bunch of fish. Crew was good and knowledgeable. ...................................................
Great time!
Tori W,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, very knowledgable guide and crew with a funny captain. We saw a few turtles and would definitely go again.
Great experience seeing...
Lea N,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience seeing the turtles and beautiful island fish! The entire crew was very organized, efficient, knowledgeable, friendly and cared about the safety of their passengers. Thank you for a wonderful time :) **make sure to bring cash for tips - they do a great job and deserve it :)
Hard Pass.
Bridget T,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00An unnecessarily fast ride out to the spot. What my daughter and I experienced was over half/majority of the group getting sick. To the point..being a nurse myself I felt obligated to stay on board to care for people, not even going into the water. No turtle sighting and felt it was not worth the money, in fact we all deserved some percentage of refund despite the ‘warning’ of sea sickness. I met a woman on this excursion whom took a motion sickness medication prior AND still was vomitting. This was a traumatic and a messed up 2 hours of my life. I did not even want to put the 1-star for this review but it was mandatory to allow my review. I hope this does not happen again for anyone else that chooses to book with LIVING OCEAN TOURS.
A good boat for families or beginners - very nice people
Dianne T,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very thoughtful and fun tour . Safe for families and we saw turtles , so all good !
Family with littles
RAMIE G,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We went with our kiddos 4 &6, the team was accommodating for the beginning levels. Also helpful for a kiddo that was not interested. Bean bags in the front became the spot for us :) still saw turtles, dolphin, and fish
Awesome experience! We...
Vincent M,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome experience! We had a great time. Staff was amazing. The snacks were decent and plenty of drinks. Would do it all over again.
Nice family activity
Tarine C,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really good experience. We got to see dolphins, turtles and fish. Crew was very nice and made us feel very comfortable in the water!
Our experience was really...
Megan M,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our experience was really great the crew was super helpful, very informative, and also very patient. They really want you to have a great experience so they take the time to make sure you’re comfortable.
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