Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Semi-Private Tour with Sea Turtles

Join a semi-private Turtle Canyon snorkel tour in Waikiki. Experience sea turtles and unique fish with expert guides on a deluxe catamaran.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Turtle Canyon - Snorkel with sea turtles and tropical fish on this guided ocean adventure in Waikiki. Explore the Turtle Canyon (One of the top snorkel spots on Oahu) with our expert guides as they show you our Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, tropical fish, and little creatures that live on the reef. Our safety divers will brief you on how to use our…
What's Included
  • Hands on snorkel instruction
  • Bottled water
  • Lounge nets & Marine Bean bags
  • Marine Bathroom
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Shaded Cabin
What's Not Included
  • Please bring your own Towel
  • Paid parking is available $2/hr (do not park in reserved stalls)
Additional Information

If you don’t see turtles book again for free! With only 6 passengers maximum this semi-private tour allows maximum attention to safety and service. Turtle Canyon is the best place to snorkel with sea turtles on the island. You’ll see fish found nowhere else in the world! Waikiki’s offshore waters are protected from our strong ocean waves giving the best…

Location
Hawaii Ocean Charters
Ala Moana Boulevard
Meet at the gate entrance of Pier C in Kewalo Basin Harbor 15 min prior. Type Hawaii Ocean Charters in Google or Apple Maps to get a pinpoint meeting location. Please arrive early incase there is traffic. Our guides will come out to meet you at the gate. Waivers will be signed prior to boarding.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Clare_c
Jun 15, 2025
Very small and friendly... - Very small and friendly group. we were able to see turtles dolphins and an octopus. It was a wonderful experience
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P2042sqromys
Jun 12, 2025
BOOK THIS NOW - This was definitely the highlight of our trip. Me and my 4 friends had such a fun time and the 2 guys really ensured that we would have the nest experience possible. Would say this is an essential thing to add to your trip itinerary. Thank you!
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Nia0697
Jun 11, 2025
First time snorkeling, there’s no better crew! - So I was a little late, supposed to get there 15 mins early at 9:15, got there closer to 9:26..leave early! Traffic is a thing 😂😭. I thought I would miss it but captain sam gave me a call and just made sure I knew which pier to meet them on. Everyone was so nice about it. Sitting on the boat with the bean bag chairs felt so fun. I was nervous about using their snorkeling gear- but they answered all my questions and I’m glad I used theres- no need to waste money on your own- theres is very clean and so safe. they were very professional and knew what they were doing. Their instructions were impeccable, and they made us all feel safe- from a 5-6 year old to a pregnant woman to me who swam a bunch before in a pool but never in the ocean and never snorkeled. Just pay close attention :). the moment I hit the water and realized I could breathe under water - a whole new world opened up. It felt meditative almost sacred- something shifts inside when your body realizes it can do something new, something wild, something that feels impossible. It opens you up to the ocean but also to more trust within yourself, and I really needed that. Saw a bunchhhh of beautiful beautiful turtles. So many fish that were so close. The sun just hitting the water and lighting up the coral reefs. One of the instructors would dive into the ocean and it just looked so magical. He resurfaced with a sea urchin that we all got to hold and even tried to find us an octopus. It was clear they cared about our experience. I was shocked I always managed to swim with the group though the waves and the flotation device made it feel like I wasn’t moving at all- I would always resurface and be shocked that the direction I was going in worked (is that normal 🌊?? Haha as someone who is used to the swimming pool I felt dumbfounded). we then got back on after a while in the water in turtle canyon. I am convinced I have better balance in the water than the boat but the best part may have been the little 10 min cruise around the water after- I grabbed some cold guava juice which just hit different after the snorkel, and then sat up on this little seat they had up high on the corner of the boat facing the ocean- when I tell you I had sooo much fun, I felt like I was flying. Captain Sam and (Wylan? I forgot his name but I think it started with a W😭😭- sorry! ) took pictures for us and cracked dad jokes the whole time and I was sooo glad I chose this one- it was safe and semiprivate (only 6 of us, and it helped because I was trying to get away from people on this solo trip) Looking at the other tours passing by- shoulder to shoulder with so many people- I was just reaffirmed in this decision. Book it, you won’t regret it :) I would recommend bringing cash for tips as tours are kinda like the service industry :). They really went above and beyond in their efficiency and their efforts.
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Botag71
Jun 11, 2025
Awesome Fun! - Everything was terrific. Perfect process from start to finish. Captain Sam and Moxy took care of every detail and made it a super fun trip. Boat was spotless and very well maintained. Would highly recommend!
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Andrewco6089dh
Jun 7, 2025
Amazing - Absolutely amazing and highly recommend! Francisco and Mossi are the best! Turtles everywhere l, dolphins, fish everything
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Sarahpb6296yi
Jun 7, 2025
Best boat cruise - Perfect day on the water!! We saw fish, turtles and even dolphins! Our crew Sam and Elle were so kind and fun! Helped out my son get comfortable in the water. Highly recommend if u want a nice semi private boat ride and snorkel when in Oahu/Waikiki area.
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Stacey_b
Jun 6, 2025
Amazing - Small group adventure made the experience amazing. They were very knowledgeable of the marine life and the area. Very personable. Would definitely book again.
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Elephantinroom
Jun 6, 2025
Small group, super clean, great crew - Loved the crew, boat was extremely clean and comfortable, gear was in excellent condition, and the guest size - six - allowed for comfort and Q&A about marine life. We saw many spinner dolphins and sea turtles. A perfect excursion in every way, and would recommend without hesitation
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Cj
Jun 5, 2025
Great Trip to Turtle Canyon!! - I took my 11-year-old daughter on the small group snorkel. Sam and Maciel were fantastic! They were both super friendly and knowledgeable about the area, and made sure we (and the sea life!) were safe. We had a small group of spinner dolphins ride alongside us on the way out, and saw several turtles and some really cool fish! The boat itself was great - super comfy and clean. Highly recommend!
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Victoria_c
Jun 3, 2025
Best day EVER! - Amazing experience! SO MANY TURTLES! We really enjoyed our time on board the catamaran with Sam and Masi. The catamaran was clean, well stocked and the equipment used was well cared for and clean. Masi was our guide in the water and his knowledge was vast- we felt well educated on not just the turtles and sea life but the island as well. Sam was an excellent captain and made sure everyone stayed safe and happy. They take a max of 6 people, so everyone was comfortable and there was PLENTY of room to move around. My biggest tip- sit on the corner seat (you’ll understand when you get there)- you won’t regret it! 2000/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
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From $109
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).