Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour with Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran
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4.84
Great way to see the turtles and get some wave riding in.
Reviewed by: Jefe’, 2023/11/18Captain and crew made this trip very enjoyable. The ship was top notch and fun to sail on.
Swimming with the turtles was a blast and the sailing around Waikiki afterwards made for a super fun trip. Definitely will be back!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/11/16 |
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Summer Snorkel
Reviewed by: Mita & Dima, 2022/11/01The crew did a great job! We especially enjoyed sailing offshore from Waikiki Beach.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/02 |
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Bucket list experience!
Reviewed by: Donna , 2022/06/25Best Catamaran experience we have ever had and a bonus to swim with the turtles! The crew was amazing! Friendly, helpful and fun! The views while sailing were spectacular! Hands down a bucket list experience!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/02 |
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Worth every dollar!
Reviewed by: FAA, 2022/04/21This experience was worth it all! The crew was great and they took really good care of you! They pointed out the sea turtles and told us where to go so we can find them! They always made sure everyone was doing okay and if we needed anything, they would go out of their way to make sure we’re having a great time. We purchased their “special” drink and it was delicious. The boat itself is very clean as . The crew is very funny and will make your trip worth it. I can’t wait to book my next adventure with them.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2022/04/19 |
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Best experience of my life!
Reviewed by: Natasha, 2021/08/29This was an awesome experience! I saw so many turtles, which was my only goal in Hawaii. I also saw dolphins in a distance. The guys on the boat were awesome! One of the divers dove down with my camera and took pictures for me of the turtles up close with a respectful distance.
I, sadly, also got seasick on the boat. I had no idea I would get that sick. The hosts were so helpful without making me feel embarrassed. They kept checking on me, bringing me water and lavender oil which helped a lot for the sickness.
I also loved that they were respectful of the turtles as you will get fined if you touch a turtle in Hawaii. They made us keep our distance from the turtles which I really respect and love about Hawaiin culture. They actually care about the Earth and animals.
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I apologize for the quality. I took this photo off my phone of my underwater camera. I didn't upload them to my computer yet.![]()
I apologize for the quality. I took this photo off my phone of my underwater camera. I didn't upload them to my computer yet.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Activity Date: | 2021/08/04 |
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What a great trip!!
Reviewed by: Emma McShane, 2021/08/13This was a great trip with a great crew! Highly recommend this cruise.
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| Activity Date: | 2021/08/10 |
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Awesome time and crew was great!
Reviewed by: The Maier's, 2019/11/09All I can say is it was exactly what we wanted. Great Great and Great!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/17 |
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Turtle Paradise!
Reviewed by: Family from Japan, 2019/08/25It was an amazing experience to see so many turtles at once. I have been to Oahu about 20 times but never seen so many turtles! Some of them came to the surface and I was able to see them very close, I could even see their nostrils. After snorkeling, we went sailing to the Diamond Head and the boat jumped up and down the wave and my children were so excited! I would surely want to come again in the near future.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/03 |
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Highlight of our trip
Reviewed by: Bethany Vaughn , 2019/06/07We thoroughly enjoyed our time on the snorkel catamaran. The boat crew was not only incredibly informative on use of equipment, but ensured first time
Snorkelers like ourselves had adequate support. They were also pretty comical as well! Seeing the sea turtles was awesome! One crew member even dove down to to the reef to retrieve my dropped cell phone! I had so many priceless photos and memories from my Dad’s funeral on the phone, that I would not have been able to replace them. Thank you for the incredible experience.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2019/06/04 |
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Great Time
Reviewed by: Schleicher, 2019/05/13My husband and I had a great time snorkeling and saw lots of turtles up close. While sailing we even got to see dolphins playing around the boat. The staff was very professional, helpful and fun...highly recommend this activity!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2019/05/11 |
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Amazing turtle viewing cruise
Reviewed by: bamboo, 2019/04/20An amazing cruise and sailing. We saw lots of turtles and tropical fishes during the snorkeling. It was amazing.
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| Activity Date: | 2019/04/19 |
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great underwater views when snorkelling
Reviewed by: Charlie3, 2019/02/18activity instructions were not clear as there are 2 Outrigger hotels on Waikiki beach- maybe that can be made clear for future bookings.
safety instructions were good and snorkelling excellent with 2 helpers in the water to show where the turtles and fish were and keep you in the area. Waves were picking up when we left and I'm not a good sailor, so I didnt have any snacks or drinks . Sails were raised and all the crew were very good for the sail around the harbour.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/09 |
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Awesome snorkeling and even saw whales!
Reviewed by: Ashley, 2019/01/16The guides were hilarious and very inviting! We saw a ton of turtles and even a shark while snorkeling! After getting back on the boat we cruised down Waikiki and saw a baby whale breaching and playing in the water. Such a fun morning! Best experience here on Honolulu!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/13 |
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Amazing!
Reviewed by: Joe, 2018/12/11Had a great time and the guides were hilarious! Saw a ton of turtles and fish!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/08 |
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Beautiful people, beautiful boat!!
Reviewed by: Jon N. , 2018/11/29Thank you to the crew for making our trip so special. Local couple who wanted to feel like a tourist for a day. They did not disappoint.
Amazing water and great knowledge of the ocean.
Mahalo!!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/26 |
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Turtle Canyon
Reviewed by: KCWVU, 2018/10/21This was awesome! The entire crew was funny and helpful. There were plenty of turtles and fish for everyone to enjoy! The only downside was how many different groups of tourists were also at the same location at the same time. Still plenty of awesome pictures and fun!! Would do it again in a heart beat!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/18 |
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We loved the turtle trip so much.
Reviewed by: Irene, 2018/09/05 Great great tour....professional and fun crew. Amazing swim with turtles and a sail on the sailboat. I would do it again any time!!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/01 |
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great time!
Reviewed by: werduffy, 2018/07/24Crew was great!
Turtle spot was awesome, we got some great pics!
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| Activity Date: | 2018/07/15 |
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Swimming with Sea Turtles
Reviewed by: D.McKiernan, 2018/07/19This tour was simply AWESOME.
Pod of dolphins on arrival at the reef, initially 3 turtles, but shortly joined by another 2.
An experience of a lifetime and undoubtedly a highlight of our trip.
Crew were brilliant, friendly, helpful and 'down to earth' making it an overall experience well worth doing.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/15 |
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Great time
Reviewed by: Charlene Ryan , 2018/06/18We book the Holokai everytime our family and friends come visit us on the island, and it never disappoints! Staff is great, and the views can’t be beat. Very relaxing!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/15 |
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BEST THING WE DID IN WAIKIKI BY FAR!!!!
Reviewed by: KRIS & CHELSEA , 2018/05/09Captain Ryan and his crew definitely do a great job!! You can tell they all love their job and give their customers 150% every time!! We got to swim with turtles and lots of fish and every time we saw Dolphins they would go chasing them to make sure we got a close look every time. The girls at the front desk were also very helpful and when we wanted to buy souvenirs they went out of their way to go upstairs and show us everything they had. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/06 |
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Highlight of trip
Reviewed by: Mike & Mel Coull, 2018/03/19The clear blue pacific didn't disappoint. An abundance of fish and of course the stunning turtles. Capt. Rich, Michelle and Austin got us to were we needed to be safely and with a lot of fun. Genuinely nice people as well. Made us feel special on our 20th wedding anniversary. Would go on an adventure with them without hesitation. Highly recommend.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/15 |
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Amazing!
Reviewed by: Ali Rafferty , 2018/03/03The most awesome snorkelling experience at turtle canyon.
Sadly no whales to see(but v late in season) but we had spinner dolphins alongside the boat.
Great catamaran, fantastic captain and crew who helped us capture awesome videos.
Highly recommended! Great value for money. Book it!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/13 |
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Amazing pure amazing!!
Reviewed by: Brandy, 2018/02/20The crew members that took us out we not only informative, but they made the trip fun! They took their time to make sure we were having a nice time....
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/17 |
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Beautiful way to spend the morning
Reviewed by: Jenny H, 2018/02/17It was a little hard to get to (the hotels are so close together) so remember to get there early! We got there just in time. The boat is beautiful docked on the beach. The crew were so wonderful and friendly. We saw a bunch of turtles! It was amazing when they would surface for air RIGHT NEXT TO US! I wish the water was clearer, but it was still a great experience. Then we got to lounge in the boat and sail over off of Diamond Head. We saw spinner dolphins spinning out of the water. There were about 10 other people on the boat with us, but still cozy. They offer free snacks and you can purchase drinks (water, juice and alcohol) on the boat. We were back in time to join my family for lunch! perfect morning excursion at a great price!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/28 |
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Snorkeling
Reviewed by: Kimberly, 2018/02/15So much fun! We enjoyed every aspect of this. Our guides took time after snorkeling to show us whales and dolphins. It was great!
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| Activity Date: | 2018/02/12 |
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Nice Boat, Great Crew!
Reviewed by: Dan & Kay Wilder, 2017/12/31Fun, Professional & Knowledgeable Crew. New, clean, well maintained boat. They go out of their way to make sure everyone has a good time! We saw turtles and whales. One of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommend!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/28 |
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Holokai Catamaran Turtle Canyon
Reviewed by: Josh Mishkin, 2017/11/11Amazing crew and couldn't have asked for anything else!!! Friendly and never overbearing, we saw 6 or 7 enormous turtles!!! Great drinks. Highly recommended!!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/11 |
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Unforgettable
Reviewed by: Rose, 2017/10/25It was an experience unlike any other we have done. The guides knew where the turtles were and were very happy to answer any questions! We saw so many turtles! I wish there had been a little intro to snorkeling for those who haven’t done this before. Good memories were made.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/22 |
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