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Turtle Canyon Cruise: Snorkel with Sea Turtles
4.7
2,118 Ratings
Honolulu
Embark on an unforgettable expedition to Turtle Canyon in Hawaii with Hawaii Nautical. Snorkel with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, enjoy scenic views, and spot dolphins and whales!
Embark on an unforgettable expedition to Turtle Canyon in Hawaii with Hawaii Nautical. Snorkel with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, enjoy scenic views, and spot dolphins and whales!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kewalo Basin - The journey begins at Kewalo Basin, a well-known port area renowned for boating adventures.
- Waikiki Beach - Experience the stunning view of the Waikiki coastline from the sea.
- Diamond Head State Monument - Take in the breathtaking view of the famous Diamond Head.
- Turtle Canyon - Turtle Canyon serves as a natural…
- Kewalo Basin - The journey begins at Kewalo Basin, a well-known port area renowned for boating adventures.
- Waikiki Beach - Experience the stunning view of the Waikiki coastline from the sea.
- Diamond Head State Monument - Take in the breathtaking view of the famous Diamond Head.
- Turtle Canyon - Turtle Canyon serves as a natural cleaning station for turtles, where sea turtles gather above the reef and reef fish come to clean them.
- Waikiki - Relish the iconic Waikiki coastline from the tranquility of the ocean aboard a magnificent catamaran.
- Honolulu - Honolulu is a lively island capital where turquoise waters meet iconic skylines, merging relaxed beach culture with rich Hawaiian heritage. From the beaches of Waikīkī to the historic sites of downtown, it offers an ideal mix of natural beauty, history, and urban energy.
What's Included
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Alcoholic beverages
- Seasonal whale watching (December through April)
- Unlimited nonalcoholic drinks
- Lunch
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Alcoholic beverages
- Seasonal whale watching (December through April)
- Unlimited nonalcoholic drinks
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Welcome to Hawaii Nautical! You’re invited to observe, learn, and experience Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles up close.
Guests will discover the life cycle, behaviors, and challenges faced by the Hawaiian Sea Turtles, known as “Honu,” while learning about preservation and respectful observation.
Embark on a journey to Turtle Canyon aboard a 65-foot Gold Coast…
Welcome to Hawaii Nautical! You’re invited to observe, learn, and experience Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles up close.
Guests will discover the life cycle, behaviors, and challenges faced by the Hawaiian Sea Turtles, known as “Honu,” while learning about preservation and respectful observation.
Embark on a journey to Turtle Canyon aboard a 65-foot Gold Coast power catamaran departing from Waikiki. Enjoy a picturesque cruise along Oahu’s shores with the aim of snorkeling in the warm waters frequented by Hawaii’s green sea turtles!
Once back on board, indulge in complimentary local beer, signature cocktails, or wine. If you choose the afternoon option, you can also enjoy lunch. Be on the lookout for dolphins, migrating whales, and other marine life as you take in the sights, including the iconic Diamond Head.
If you don’t see Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, you can cruise again for free. Enjoy a reride on a trip of equal or lesser value on Oahu, the Big Island, or Maui.
Experience the largest and newest Waikiki catamaran, featuring a full bar with two local microbrews and two full-sized bathrooms.
- Minimum age to consume alcohol is 21 years
- Subject to favorable weather conditions; if canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- This is a barefoot cruise; your shoes will be kept at the pier while you’re on the boat
- Green sea turtles are almost always spotted, but if you don’t see on your tour, you may book another tour with the local operator at no charge (re-rides only; no refunds)
Location
Hawaii Nautical
Ala Moana Boulevard
Kewalo Basin Harbor at the front of the harbor (parallel to Ala Moana Blvd). We are located in Slip F28. Please look for the yellow Hawaii Nautical sign. Paid parking is available at Kewalo Basin Harbor. We recommend arriving early to secure a spot and walk to the slip.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(2118 Ratings)
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Leah_s
May 12, 2026
5 star - The crew was awesome. Attentive to dietary needs. My kids had the best time. We travel a lot and this was by far the best experience. We were guaranteed to swim with sea turtles and we weren’t disappointed
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Robin_p
Mar 30, 2026
Great experience! - Great experience. Friendly and capable staff. Good food and drinks. Several steps above your typical touristy boat experience. Not crowded or chaotic.
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Barry_e
Mar 8, 2026
Turtles 🐢 - Guides Greta and Natalie were great. Water was a bit choppy, didn't matter. Saw quite a few turtles, lots of fish. Drinks were real not a mix. We were fortunate to hit it on a day were only 20 passengers. Thanks to the captain and crew we had a great time.
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Loren_w
Feb 24, 2026
The perfect day in Paradise! - The crew and Captain were awesome! After we snorkeled we had a nice lunch and some delicious drinks. And then instead of taking us back they kept to their word and took us for a nice sail out to sea + we spent an hour sailing. What a perfect beautiful day!
We saw the normal fish that you would expect to see in Hawaii + turtles and some dolphins on the way out. Highly recommend this tour.
🐢🐬🐠🍹
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Elizabeth_u
Feb 20, 2026
This was a great charter!... - This was a great charter! We saw lots of sea turtles and even saw whales on the sail back to the harbor.
The boat was clean, and the staff were amazing. Highly recommend!
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Kim_s
Feb 13, 2026
Chris, Greta, and Jessy... - Chris, Greta, and Jessy were great! Very positive and helpful but not overbearing . They obviously love being on the water and are good at putting newbies at ease. The craft was clean and safe and the gear was well-maintained. Would recommend.
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Anne_g
Dec 6, 2025
Fabulous experience - We had an awesome tour with Chris, Natalie and Greta . The water was choppy but Natalie and Greta were very attentive, helpful, accommodating and friendly. They made sure we were all safe in the water and that there was help if needed. We saw a lot of turtles surfacing and some fish. It was so beautiful on the catamaran as the boat is very well maintained. The food and drinks were also good. Overall great experience and would recommend.
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Jason_c
Apr 5, 2026
Great snorkeling 🤿 experience but limited spots - We looked for snorkeling adventures that took us around the island of Oahu at different locations but couldn't find any. I am an advanced snorkeler and SCUBA so I look for more higher level excursions. We ended up choosing this one due to its proximity to our Hilton Hawaiian village Waikiki Beach hotel and shuttle pickup and drop-off. We arrived around 1030 and waited a half hour at the marina for the crew to show up. There was nothing to do over there and no shade. If that was the case, the shuttle could've picked us up around 1030. Captain Topher, Natalie and Greta were very accommodating once aboard. Brief safety lessons for the beginners and we set sail. Drinks started flowing and we enjoyed the ride out to Turtles Canyon. We even saw some humpback whales in Waikiki Bay which was amazing, even from afar. The snorkeling was around 45 minutes and guided in the water by Natalie who knew exactly where to find the turtles. Kudos to the crew for being of assistance. After we boarded from snorkeling, turkey wraps were served for lunch and they even adhered to dietary restrictions such as no mayonnaise or gluten free. As I stated before, and with all the snorkeling excursions we saw on Viator and TripAdvisor, these companies don't give much options to sail around to other ports and locations. For the price we paid, they could have included more spots to snorkel. All in all, the crew were fantastic so no complaints there.
Review provided by Viator
Jay
Apr 5, 2026
Great Snorkeling but very short - We looked for snorkeling adventures that took us around the island of Oahu at different locations but couldn't find any. I am an advanced snorkeler and SCUBA so I look for more higher level excursions. We ended up choosing this one due to its proximity to our Hilton Hawaiian village Waikiki Beach hotel and shuttle pickup and drop-off. We arrived around 1030 and waited a half hour at the marina for the crew to show up. There was nothing to do over there and no shade. If that was the case, the shuttle could've picked us up around 1030. Captain Topher, Natalie and Greta were very accommodating once aboard. Brief safety lessons for the beginners and we set sail. Drinks started flowing and we enjoyed the ride out to Turtles Canyon. We even saw some humpback whales in Waikiki Bay which was amazing, even from afar. The snorkeling was around 45 minutes and guided in the water by Natalie who knew exactly where to find the turtles. Kudos to the crew for being of assistance. After we boarded from snorkeling, turkey wraps were served for lunch and they even adhered to dietary restrictions such as no mayonnaise or gluten free. As I stated before, and with all the snorkeling excursions we saw on Viator and TripAdvisor, these companies don't give much options to sail around to other ports and locations. For the price we paid, they could have included more spots to snorkel. All in all, the crew were fantastic so no complaints there.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Georganne_m
Dec 27, 2025
Not many turtles to see - The catamaran sail was very enjoyable but the snorkeling was very crowded. Lunch was simply a deli wrap.
Review provided by Viator
