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Hawaii Dolphin Watch & Snorkel - Oahu Ocean Joy Cruises Adventure

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Learn about the magical history of Oahu and the Waianae coast aboard one of Hawaii's newest power catamaran, Kai 'Oli'Oli. Enjoy dolphin watching, snorkeling, and relaxation of your soul as you sip on a tropical Mai Tai.

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Location: Ko 'Olina, West Oahu
Time: Varies
Duration: 3.5hrs
Available: Varies
Transportation: P/U from Waikiki / Ihilani


Dolphins
Learn about the magical history of O'ahu and the Waianae coastline (West Coast of O'ahu) as Ocean Joy Cruises crew enchants you with legends and history of this beautiful land. Get your video and still cameras ready, because you will see with Dolphins (Nai'a), Whales (Kohola) [in season], Green Sea Turtles (Honu), and Flying Fish (Malolo) along the way! When you do meet up with the dolphins and whales, they will stop the boat, and sit with them as their knowledgeable crew will tell you everything you want to know about these amazing and beautiful creatures.


Snorkeling

After an exciting ride up the coast, you will enjoy an hour of snorkeling just off the Ka'ena Cliffs (not guaranteed for early cruise), past the end of the road, where the only access is by boat or hiking. They will provide the best of snorkeling equipment for you to enjoy as you swim in the sparkling blue water of Makua amongst unspoiled reef and sea life where no other tours take you.

While still tingling from your snorkeling experience, enjoy their sumptuous lunch buffet, and sip on a tropical Mai Ta'i, a cool beer or any other of their refreshing beverages. Let the cool Hawaiian breeze relax your soul as you make your way back down the coast to the luxurious Ko 'Olina Marina home.


Kai 'Oli 'Oli
The Boat:

The Kai 'Oli'Oli is a 49 passengers, 61-ft power catamaran touring yacht, custom built for those tours at a cost of over $1,000,000. It is one of the Hawai'i's newest, fastest and the most state-of-the-art power catamaran in its class! It also has the highest US Coast Guard safety rating given any tour boat in Hawaiii. It is equipped with large bathroom/change rooms, comfortable seating, four outdoor warm water showers, giant swim steps, and a modern audio and video system. Their two 490-hp Diesel Caterpillar engines allow exceptionally high-speed and long range cruises, and the Kai 'Oli'Oli is the only vessel that can take you from Ko 'Olina Marina up the entire Waianae Coast to its northern most tip...the sacred Ka'ena Point.

Please choose from the following packages:

Early Cruise (8:00am Departure):The early cruise is about 2.5 hours long and typically travels 20 to 30 miles. Includes one hour on a snorkel site of the Captain's choosing (according to conditions of the day) and a brunch (chopped fruit, yogurt, muffins, rice and Kalua pig, buns, lettuce and tomato). Alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, Mai Tai's and Margaritas) are available by request at $3 per drink.

Deluxe Afternoon Cruise (11:30am Departure): The deluxe cruise goes about 40 to 50 miles round trip, and emphasizes going all the way to beautiful Makua Valley, Yokohama Beach and even Ka'ena Point. Includes one hour on a snorkel site of the Captain's choosing (according to conditions of the day) and a lunch (macaroni salad, rice, pineapple, roast pork loin and teriyaki chicken, with buns, lettuce and tomato). Alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, Mai Tai's and Margaritas) are included free (up to 4 drinks per person).

New! Deluxe Sunset Cruise (4:00pm Departure): The Deluxe Combo Sunset Cruise is about 3.5 hours long taking you all the way to breathtaking Ka'ena Point. Includes one hour on a snorkel site of the Captain's choosing, according to the day's ocean conditions. Enjoy a hot sumptuous buffet of Hawaiian-style Teriyaki Chicken, Kalua Pork (buns, lettuce & tomato provided), White Rice, Macaroni Salad, Chopped Fruit, and unlimited water, juice and soda , as well as up to four tropical drinks, beer or wine. A beautiful ocean sunset will crown your fun and exciting tour.


Location: Waianae Coast, West Oahu

  • Waikiki Hotel Pick-up / Ko 'Olina Resort Marina Departure, West Oahu

Time & Duration: *The times are approximate and are subject to change

Waikiki P/U Check-in Departure Duration Return Waikiki Return
Early Cruise 6:10am - 6:55am 7:45am 8:00am 2.5hrs 10:30am 11:30am - 12:00pm
Deluxe Afternoon Cruise 9:40am - 10:25am 11:15am 11:30am 3.5hrs 3:00pm 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Deluxe Sunset Cruise 1:50pm - 2:55pm 3:45pm 4:00pm 3.5hrs 7:30pm 8:30pm - 9:00pm

Days of Operation:

  • Early & Afternoon Cruise: 7 days a week
  • Sunset Cruise: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

Transportation: Round-trip transportation from major Waikiki hotels and Ihilani Hotel

Dolphin Sighting Guaranteed! If you do not see dolphins, you can join this tour for free or take a T-shirt!

Comment Board
Dolphin watch
We had an absolutely gorgeous clear day. The ocean floor was visible to more than 30 feet. We were entertained by dolphins, monitored by turtles, and even visited by some whales! I'm sure we were very lucky, but it sure seemed like it wa ...More

best of fun
this was the best trip we took while in hawaii. it was fabulous, the food was great, the entire trip was beyond my best expectations. recommend for everyone to do this.

An amazing time!
My girlfriend and I went on your dolphin adventure today on the Kai 'Oli'Oli and we had an amazing time! The sites and food were superb and the staff was very pleasant. The two instructors and or hosts Yoko and Pat did a spectacular job ...More

Snorkeling with Dolpins are a Joy
They took us to a great snorkeling spot off of Electric Beach, the captain took us to see a pod of dolphins too!

After a quick safety briefing, we headed out from Ko Olina into the cerulean waters of the Pacific with nothing but a s ...More

SNORKEL CRUISE
The group felt fortunate that besides seeing the Spinner Dolphins, the Bottle Nose Dolphins came so close to the boat, a number of the guys had the urge to get in the water with them. One took videos of this rare occurrence and showed it to ...More


Food was terrible and the liquor was cheap. No name brands.


    Age/ Unit
*Price
 
Early Cruise No Transportation Adult/Child (13 & over) $101.86 Book Now
Child (3-12) $81.86
Toddler (2 & under) $0.00
Transportation incl. Adult/Child (13 & over) $101.86 Book Now
Child (3-12) $81.86
Toddler (2 & under) $0.00
Inclusion(s): Instruction/Snorkeling Equipment (Snorkel, Mask, Fins)/Beverages/Guide/Flotation Devices/Soft Drinks/Bottled Water/Fruits/Breakfast
Additional Information:
Required to Bring / Dress
    /Swimwear/Please wear your swimsuit to the activity./Valid, Government-Issued Photo ID
Note(s)
  • If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay the parking fee.
  • Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed.
  • The tour/activity schedule is subject to change.
  • The tour/activity is subject to cancellation due to weather.
  • The menu is subject to change.

    Age/ Unit
*Price
 
Deluxe Cruise No Transportation Adult/Child (13 & over) $121.87 Book Now
Child (3-12) $101.86
Toddler (2 & under) $0.00
Transportation incl. Adult/Child (13 & over) $121.87 Book Now
Child (3-12) $101.86
Toddler (2 & under) $0.00
Inclusion(s): Instruction/Snorkeling Equipment (Snorkel, Mask, Fins)/Beverages/Guide/Four (4) Standard Drinks/Flotation Devices/Soft Drinks/Bottled Water/Lunch
Additional Information:
Required to Bring / Dress
    /Swimwear/Please wear your swimsuit to the activity./Valid, Government-Issued Photo ID
Note(s)
  • If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay the parking fee.
  • Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed.
  • The tour/activity schedule is subject to change.
  • The tour/activity is subject to cancellation due to weather.
  • The menu is subject to change.

    Age/ Unit
*Price
 
Sunset Cruise No Transportation Adult/Child (13 & over) $121.87 Book Now
Child (3-12) $101.86
Toddler (2 & under) $0.00
Transportation incl. Adult/Child (13 & over) $121.87 Book Now
Child (3-12) $101.86
Toddler (2 & under) $0.00
Inclusion(s): Instruction/Snorkeling Equipment (Snorkel, Mask, Fins)/Beverages/Guide/Four (4) Standard Drinks/Flotation Devices/Meal
Additional Information:
Required to Bring / Dress
    /A valid government issued photo I.D. is required to consume any alcoholic beverages./Please wear your swimsuit to the activity.
Note(s)
  • If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay the parking fee.
  • Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed.
  • The tour/activity schedule is subject to change.
  • The tour/activity is subject to cancellation due to weather.
  • The menu is subject to change.

Additional Information:
Cancellation Policy: Any cancellations made within 24 hours of the activity start time will be subject to a(n) 100% charge.
*This cancellation policy is set by the activity provider.
Cancellation Service Fee: No (0%) Cancellation Service Fee is applied for cancellations made outside of the above cancellation policy set by the activity provider.
*The prices are not inclusive of tax & fees
GE Tax (4.712%) will be added to the price above.