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15 Best Turtle & Reef Snorkeling Tours On Oahu

Oahu’s best days out.

Oahu reefs sit in bath-warm water a short boat ride off the south and west shores, and the green sea turtle, the honu, grazes them out in the open. The snorkel cruises below run to spots like Turtle Canyon and the reefs past Waikiki, most with the gear, a guide in the water, and a glass-bottom or deck option for anyone happy to stay dry.

Some are quick two-hour morning runs, some add a catamaran sail, lunch and a waterslide off the back of the boat. These are the most popular, with what they include, how long they last and the price per person.

15 Best Turtle & Reef Snorkeling Tours On Oahu

Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling - Diamond Head to Halona Blowhole: short stops, big payoff
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Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

1.Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

16 Oahu sights plus North Shore snorkeling in one big day, with hotel pickup, snacks, and local storytelling. Diamond Head to turtles.

Most Popular 5.0

“The experience with Viator itself was awful. I was given incorrect pick up information and drop off information. I had texted them a couple of times to confirm the time and the pick up and drop off because they were different from what Viator had told me and nobody bothered to return my calls or…”

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Oahu's Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More - Sunrise at Diamond Head: Worth It, Even Without Crater Access
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Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

2.Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

Full-day Oahu loop with pickup, major sights, turtle snorkeling, Pali views, and Dole time. Value depends on weather and timing.

4.5

“Fun trip with a fun tour guide, Kap?, and group. Saw many places and many beaches. I wouldn’t waste my time on the Dole Train next time. Saw many plants, but too long with the return trip useless. We had to hurry to the train, and then buy Dole Whip. No time to look in…”

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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling,  Small-Groups - 7:20am Pickup and Diamond Head’s Amelia Earhart Lookout
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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion - Living Ocean Tours check-in, boat setup, and what to bring
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Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion

4.Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion

Waikiki Turtle Canyon snorkel: 2 hours with provided gear, a guide in the water, sea turtles, and possible dolphins or whales.

5.0

“Such an amazing experience but I did get sea sick cause the water was super choppy but I would do it again to see all the fish and turtles we did see ! They even came up to the surface for a little! Do this if you visit Honolulu!!”

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Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki, Oahu - The boat ride with Diamond Head and Waikiki views (and why that matters)
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Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki, Oahu

Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed - Boat, crew, and the pace that keeps you happy
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Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

Oahu Dolphin and Snorkel Tour with Waikiki Pickup & Lunch - Getting to Waiʻanae Small Boat Harbor: the early start you actually need
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Oahu Dolphin and Snorkel Tour with Waikiki Pickup & Lunch

Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran - Hawea Catamaran Crew: How Safety and Help Work in Practice
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Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran

8.Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran

Snorkel Turtle Canyon from Waikiki on the Hawea catamaran. See green sea turtles, then sail back with snacks and cold brew.

5.0

“Ideal location in Waikiki. The crew and services provided were first class. The experience was fantastic and very enjoyable. Thoroughly recommend this tour.”

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Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed - The turtle guarantee: what it means on the water
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Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

9.Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

Waikiki’s Turtle Canyon snorkel from a small catamaran. Included gear, guided water time, refreshments, and a turtle sighting guarantee.

5.0

“Got to see lots of fish and turtles. Also got to see a cute seal on the way back. There were a few snacks on the way back which was nice as we were hungry. Only downside is we didn’t get to see the dog on this trip”

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Luxury Snorkel Cruise, Local Buffet with Whale & Dolphin Watch - On the Water: The Captain’s Whale and Dolphin Search Along Oahu’s West Coast
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Luxury Snorkel Cruise, Local Buffet with Whale & Dolphin Watch

10.Luxury Snorkel Cruise, Local Buffet with Whale & Dolphin Watch

Oahu luxury catamaran: whale and dolphin spotting, hidden-reef snorkeling, Hawaiian buffet with drinks, and optional Waikiki pickup.

4.5

“SO GOOD! Great atmosphere, fantastic crew. Over all wonderful experience. Saw 2 kinds of dolphins but no turtles. But that's ok. Wildlife can't be controlled by man's wants and needs!! Loved the entire thing and the food...mmmmm good!!”

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Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands - Meeting point and morning flow: the part that makes or breaks the day
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Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands

Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel - Getting Started at Pink Sails Waikiki: Find the Boat Fast
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Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel

12.Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel

Catamaran snorkel in Waikiki’s Turtle Canyon with guided sea turtle spotting, gear included, and a calm 2-hour outing around Oahu.

4.5

“The tour was canceled due to high winds which was understandable and fine. However - they said we would not be charged but our credit card was promptly processed and now we are waiting to a credit to come through. I contacted them again stating our card was charged. We have disputed the charge on…”

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Hanauma Bay Snorkeling - Pickup at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel: How the Morning Actually Feels
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Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

13.Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

Round-trip Waikiki shuttle to Hanauma Bay with snorkeling gear, early access, and clear-water fish viewing, plus a $25 cash park fee.

4.5

“Overall the experience was smooth from pickup, equipments, and actually getting down the bay. We saw so many kinds of fishes it was awesome!”

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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed - Getting aboard at Island Splash Tours: easy check-in, clear expectations
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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed

Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure - Snorkeling Setup: Gear, the Secured Raft, and Crew Guidance
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Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

15.Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

Waikīkī turtle snorkeling and sailing from Kewalo Harbor. Gear, lifeguards, and a raft for kids, spot sea turtles, then sail back.

4.5

“We had an absolutely amazing time on the snorkeling tour! We got to see 5 beautiful turtles up close, which was such an unforgettable experience. The crew was fantastic—super friendly, helpful, and made sure everyone had a great time. The drinks served at the bar were delicious and really hit the spot after a day…”

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