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Turtle Canyon Snorkeling: Oahu's Marine Wonders
4.8
1,503 Ratings
Honolulu
Join the Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Adventure on the historic Manakai Catamaran. Discover marine life and sail the waters of Honolulu.
Join the Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Adventure on the historic Manakai Catamaran. Discover marine life and sail the waters of Honolulu.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue - Embark on an unforgettable Hawaiian journey aboard a newly crafted 50’ catamaran, meticulously built by the owner, continuing a cherished family tradition. This 2.5-hour excursion transports you to the lively waters of Turtle Canyon, where you can snorkel alongside Hawaii’s renowned green sea turtles and friendly reef…
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Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue - Embark on an unforgettable Hawaiian journey aboard a newly crafted 50’ catamaran, meticulously built by the owner, continuing a cherished family tradition. This 2.5-hour excursion transports you to the lively waters of Turtle Canyon, where you can snorkel alongside Hawaii’s renowned green sea turtles and friendly reef fish. Relax as you sail along Waikiki’s breathtaking coastline with a complimentary mai tai, or select from a variety of refreshing non-alcoholic drinks. For those seeking to enhance their experience, local beers, seltzers, wine, and signature tropical cocktails with island fruit flavors are available for purchase.
All snorkeling equipment is provided, including masks, snorkels, fins, and flotation life belts, making this tour ideal for both novice and seasoned snorkelers.
Please Note: For your safety, swimming proficiency is required to participate in this snorkeling adventure.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Inclusions: Complimentary mai tai, non-alcoholic beverages, snorkel gear (mask, snorkel, fins, flotation life belt)
Complimentary cold brew coffee from ARVO Café and Anahola Granola bars—Original, Chocolate Chip, Tropical, and Mango & Ginger.
What's Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Alcoholic beverages
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Carbonated beverages
- Alcoholic beverages
- Use of snorkeling equipment
Additional Information
Start your day on Oahu in the best way possible! Enjoy complimentary cold brew coffee from Honolulu’s beloved ARVO Café, paired with a variety of Anahola Granola bars—choose from Original, Chocolate Chip, Tropical, and Mango & Ginger flavors. This little touch of aloha will energize your morning, preparing you for a day filled with sailing, snorkeling,…
Start your day on Oahu in the best way possible! Enjoy complimentary cold brew coffee from Honolulu’s beloved ARVO Café, paired with a variety of Anahola Granola bars—choose from Original, Chocolate Chip, Tropical, and Mango & Ginger flavors. This little touch of aloha will energize your morning, preparing you for a day filled with sailing, snorkeling, and sunshine, all while supporting some of our favorite local brands.
Join us for snorkeling at Turtle Canyon, a green sea turtle cleaning station. Our crew will introduce you to not only turtles but also hidden marine creatures like he’e (octopus) and ka hoku kai (starfish). We provide snorkels, masks, fins, and flotation life belts so you can fully enjoy the vibrant marine life! After our snorkeling adventure, we’ll set sail towards Diamond Head and out to sea. This is an unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss.
All participants must have swimming skills at any level.
- Required to sign waiver before tour
- Under 4 years old who wants to do snorkeling need to bring their own Snorkeling equipment.
- Required to know how to swim
Location
Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue
Kalākaua Avenue
We are located on Waikiki Beach behind the Duke Kahanamoku Statue (beachfront of the Hyatt Regency Hotel at 2424 Kalakaua Ave. Honolulu, HI 96815) Please walk down to the shoreline and proceed to the aqua tent and boat itself as we do not have a check in booth. Our crew will start check in there.
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
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(1503 Ratings)
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Crise926
Jul 13, 2025
Loved our trip! - Crew was amazing! Super child friendly and all crew were helpful and kind! Very thorough instructions for anyone concerned about safety. Highly recommended!
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M6971lxmorganr
Jul 11, 2025
10/10!!! - This tour is amazing!! We had an excellent time aboard and the snorkeling was out of this world. The crew, Jenn, Julia, Casey, Des, and others were so helpful and made our experience great. They helped us see plenty of turtles and other wildlife and took photos and videos for us too. The trip was relaxing and enjoyable and I would highly recommend this excursion to anybody looking for a great morning or afternoon adventure on Oahu!!
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Sightseer199732
Jul 11, 2025
Nice time going solo - Crew was on top of it, they actually seemed to enjoy what they do.
Lots of fish and turtles to admire.
I enjoyed it so much thet next time I'm back I will bring friends
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Mhemi33
Jul 10, 2025
Great experience - Great staff! Super helpful and safe. I went out by myself while the girl was working. Got right up close to the turtles. One of the divers (I think it was Trish) dove down to get some different shots on my GoPro. Great value.
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Matthewol9833of
Jul 10, 2025
Must do - It's an amazing experience with all the equipment provided. Drinks are provided on the boat unless you are getting cocktails. It's a definite must do, get some amazing views, see turtles and fish. And swim in the open water. You won't regret this decision. Do it.
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Andreiaonavalo
Jul 9, 2025
Magical experience! - Snorkeling with sea turtles in Oʻahu was an unforgettable experience, and Waikiki Sailing Company made it absolutely perfect! From start to finish, the staff was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. They made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable, especially those of us who were newer to snorkeling.
The highlight of the trip was, of course, swimming alongside sea turtles in their natural habitat—truly magical! The crew guided us to the best spots and even shared fun facts about the marine life we encountered. I can’t recommend this excursion enough—an absolute must-do in Oʻahu!
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Sherpa521918
Jul 9, 2025
10 Stars - Hawea Turtle Snorkel - If I could give this experience 10 stars I would! The captain and crew provided a safe and fun environment for sailing and turtle spotting. While snorkeling on the reef we saw 5 turtles and tons of fish. It was really windy and the waters were rough (glad we're strong swimmers!) but the crew was in the water with our group keeping us safe. It was an absolutely perfect day. Thank you Hawea crew, you're the BEST!
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Andrea_m
Jul 9, 2025
Never have I snorkeled,... - Never have I snorkeled, the ocean has been a fearful place for me. I respect the ocean, yet the ocean is grand with various factors that may make an event scary.. BUT didnt have a worry in the world with how attentive the crew was throughout the entire experience. They did an amazing job with providing the rules and expectations at the start while providing continuous assistance during our swimming and after (any after swimming sickness, they were ready). The crew was very welcoming, all very friendly and FUNNY! The catamaran was by far the NICEST out of all the tours within our area (ofc I am biased, I felt like royalty with my green floating device on that ✨BEAUTY✨😏) If I wouldnt have spent all my money at their ABC stores, I would have left a much deserved tip. My next best attempt is this review. Such an AMAZING experience, not crowded, comfy, safe!! Will be booking with THEM if ever blessed to visit this island again!!
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Paulettee896
Jul 7, 2025
Family Vacay Highlight - Great family experience. Wonderful experience, swimming in Waikiki Bay with family…..and turtles and views galore.
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Chumpwagon
Jul 3, 2025
Absolutely incredible experience – highly recommend! - Our family (my wife, mother-in-law, young son, and I) recently went on the catamaran snorkeling and turtle tour with Waikiki Sailing Company, and it was hands-down one of the highlights of our trip.
The crew was prompt, professional, and consistently went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt safe, comfortable, and cared for. We were taken to a beautiful spot where we snorkeled with numerous sea turtles for nearly an hour—an unforgettable experience!
Special shoutout to Sean, who was amazing with our son. He helped him into the water, stayed by his side the entire time, and even paddled him out on a surfboard so he could get up close to the turtles when they surfaced. That level of care meant so much to us as a family.
The boat was clean, the vibe was friendly and relaxed, and the whole experience felt very personal and well-organized. This tour was worth every penny. Don’t miss it!
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