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Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular dolphin watching on Oahu right now. The ones worth putting on the itinerary, with what each costs, how long it runs and who you book with.
Oahu dolphin and snorkel cruise with Waikiki pickup, lunch, and onboard water play plus turtle sightings on a small-group morning trip.
Most Popular“The tour was excellent. We saw dolphins, pilot whales, flying fish, and a turtle. The crew worked tirelessly to make sure everyone stayed safe and had fun. Thank you so much!”
Oahu luxury catamaran: whale and dolphin spotting, hidden-reef snorkeling, Hawaiian buffet with drinks, and optional Waikiki pickup.
“Bring sunscreen and wear a suit or swimwear you can move easily in. Swimming in the ocean is more challenging & strenuous than a pool so be aware. You will be barefoot on the boat, but it’s much easier to move around without shoes on. There are restrooms on the boat. The crew was fantastic!…”
Half-day Oahu catamaran swim and snorkel from Waianae Small Boat Harbor. Wild dolphins, turtles, octopus, lunch, and pickup included.
“Great weather, great crew, great experience. Some of us didn't get to see the dolphins under water, but such things aren't guaranteed, so not exactly a criticism. We were able to swim with the turtles, however. Very cool. The boat forgot to bring dessert (okay, that is a criticism), but not a big deal. Everyone…”
Small-group dolphin and snorkeling safari off Oahu’s Waianae Coast with included gear and lunch, plus seasonal humpbacks in winter.
“There were only 5 of us which was nice. We saw everything advertised - dolphins, whales, sea turtles, reefs, fish. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and flexible (e.g., they asked us if we wanted more time doing this or that). The pre-trip communication was clear and helpful. It was fun and met my expectations.”
Oahu dolphin swim and turtle snorkel in Waianae on a 32-foot boat. Small groups, marine naturalists, lunch, Waikiki pickup. 3 hours.
“The trip was excellent. The captain and the mate were professional had a great day out on the ocean. We saw a calf whale and then the mother came by right next to the boat if I ever return, I will certainly take that adventure again.”
West Oahu catamaran sail for dolphins and snorkeling, with breakfast, deli lunch, and drinks plus easy pickup from Honolulu.
“We saw tons of dolphins, some that actually were riding in the front of the boat. One was a mama with her baby. The crew was incredible! Nick, Caden and Ian. The turkey wraps for lunch were fresh and quite tasty! Breakfast consisted of grapes, strawberries, a slice of pineapple and a wonderful biscuit slathered…”
Semi-private West Oahu dolphin and turtle tour on a luxury powerboat. Swim with wild dolphins, snorkel reefs, small group max 6.
“Don’t waste your money. I spent the extra for a small group experience. The girls on the boat were great. Not their fault. We were told the earlier in the day the better chance to swim with ocean life. We booked 0730. The night before we got a text that there weren’t enough people and…”
Swim with wild dolphins off Oahu, snorkel Makaha for turtles, then enjoy a 21-ft waterslide, paddle time, and included lunch.
“Had a blast. Crew was so friendly and went out of their way to ensure all had a good time. Loved it Saw Dolphins Turtles saw tons of fish snorkeling”
Oahu dolphin cruise with Makaha snorkeling and a 21-foot waterslide, plus lunch, pickup from Waikiki/Ko’Olina, and more water fun.
“A dolphin pod seen as soon as we left the harbor. The captain and crew were AMAZING. Great snorkeling site.”
Swim with wild dolphins from a fast Zodiac on Oahu, snorkel for turtles, and cruise the West Coast with snacks and lunch included.
“The entire crew for the captain, to Travis and the way cool photographer made the trip beyond memorable! It was the excursion of a lifetime during a trip to Oahu if a lifetime! Swimming with dolphins was divinely magical.”
West Oahu 3-hour sailing with guaranteed spinner dolphins, a guided snorkel with green sea turtles, and lunch plus premium drinks.
“The dolphin adventure was amazing. The katamaran boat was very nice and clean. The crew was super sweet friendly and helpful Five stars from our family”
A one-hour Honolulu catamaran cruise with underwater viewing ports, Waikiki coast views, and a shot at dolphins, turtles, and whales.
“Whale sighting and turtles and the captain was very entertaining we. Loved his jokes and his information on the history of Waikiki”
Swim with wild dolphins and green sea turtles off Oahu’s Waianae coast, then snorkel Makaha and slide on a 21-ft onboard waterslide.
“Amazing day, crew were really friendly and supportive”
Oahu dolphin watching, turtle snorkeling, and a 20-foot waterslide with lunch, hula, and hotel shuttles for about 3 hours.
“We drove ourselves to the harbour, so I cannot speak to the shuttle, but the guides were very nice and knowledgeable and the food was fresh and we got to see many dolphins and turtles, so very happy there. It was cozy on the boat, but totally fine once we arrived to our snorkeling spot…”
Swim and snorkel off West O’ahu on a stable catamaran, hunting wild dolphins, turtles, and possible whales with shuttle and lunch.
“It was my birthday and I had an amazing experience. The whole crew were nice and friendly and we got to see dolphins, turtles and a shark!!”
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