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All Reviews for Turtle Snorkeling Cruises & Tours in Oahu

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Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour with Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran

Turtle snorkel

Reviewed by: Dottie, 2023/07/09

Awesome crew. Everyone had a great time snorkeling and sailing.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/07/06
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Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Tour on a Private Catamaran - Hawaii Ocean Charters

Great experience ever!! The captain and his crew were amazing.

Reviewed by: Kathleen Flowers , 2023/07/03

It was great! The crew and Captain were wonderful. We saw amazing fish and other things. Highly recommended this company. Amazing service and very nice. Love it so much

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/07/01
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

Great turtle snorkeling experience

Reviewed by: Sasha, 2023/07/03

Great experience if you are looking for budget friendly turtle snorkeling experience. The guys were very friendly, nice and cared for the group. The time was perfect. Long enough to swim with turtles and short enough for people who got sea sick. Highly recommend. Thank you for making this budget friendly experience available.

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Mahalo for joining us!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/07/01
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

Staff was amazing

Reviewed by: Kim, 2023/06/26

My family had so much fun turtle snorkeling. My son got scared going in the middle of the ocean but the staff had him on his board and took him around to see the turtles and taught him so many fun facts. We had a special treat of having dolphins swim alongside the boat. Would recommend this to anyone thinking of snorkeling with turtles.

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We are so happy to hear your son was able to enjoy the experience with the family! Mahalo for trusting us to host your tour!

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/06/23
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

Wonderful time.

Reviewed by: Michelle , 2023/06/23

My family of 9 had a great time. Price was amazing, staff was great. Fun boat ride with 3 kids 14y. Water was so clear was able to see several turtles and so many fish. I would recommend this to anyone.

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We are so happy to hear the whole family enjoyed their time with us! Mahalo for joining us!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/06/21
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

Definitely a must, we’ll worth it!

Reviewed by: Monica Quevedo, 2023/06/23

This was a super fun activity. Staff members were super friendly and very responsible, making sure everyone was safe at all times while on the boat and in the water! Family saw lots of fishes and couple of turtles! The ride was a fun one and you get a great view of Waikiki. Mahalo to the team!

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Mahalo for joining us!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/06/18
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ウミガメシュノーケリング ホロカイ・カタマラン号 ワイキキ集合なのでアクセス便利!<アルコール・ドリンク購入可/英語スタッフ/ワイキキ発>

イルカにもホヌにも会えました!

Reviewed by: sora, 2023/06/21

集合場所が宿泊ホテルに近かったのと、間際の予約で他にあまり無かったので選びましたが、結果的に大正解でした。とても素晴らしい体験が出来ました。
ボートでスノーケリングポイントに着いた頃合いで、イルカの群れに遭遇!
ボートの上からしばしイルカ見物。
海に入り、大小色とりどりの魚の群れに囲まれながら遊泳。
(スタッフがボートから餌を投げるので沢山集まってきます)
その後、ホヌポイントまでスタッフが泳いで誘導してくれました。
この日は3匹のホヌに会えました。時おり水面まで息をしに上がってくるので本当に真横にホヌを見ることが出来、大感激!
スノーケリングタイムが終わった後は、ボートに戻り、沖合まで帆を上げてかなり飛ばしていきます。私は大丈夫でしたが、揺れに弱い人は要注意です。
WEBには持ち物に『写真付きのID』と書かれていたのでわざわざパスポートを持っていきましたが、提示は求められませんでした。よく読まなかったのがいけないですが、ボート上でお酒を購入したいときに必要ということだったようです。ツアー参加の際に掲示を求められると勘違いしてしまいましたので、書き方を変えていただけると嬉しいです。 
水から上がった後海風に吹かれて寒いので、長袖の羽織るものか大き目のバスタオルは有った方が良いです。あと、日本語話すスタッフはいません。海に入る前に注意事項を説明されるのでヒヤリング力は有った方が良いです。(身振り手振りの説明なので単語が聞き取れればなんとかなるかも)

  • 海から眺めるダイヤモンドヘッド

  • 沖に出ると海の色が一気に変わります

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2023/06/15
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Beautiful views!

Reviewed by: Nydia , 2023/06/20

It was an overall great experience and the staff was very helpful ! Would do it again !

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/06/16
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

An absolutely beautiful experience!

Reviewed by: Lauren R, 2023/06/12

We had so much family fun! Such a beautiful experience! Thank you so much to all the crew that gave us instruction and kept a very good eye on us! We would definitely recommend this fun activity! We have ao many beautiful pictures!

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Mahalo for joining us!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/06/10
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Lovely Experience

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/05/29

Saw lots of Hawaiian state fishies and turtles as well! great easy tour and quick for a piece of the day

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/01/07
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Waikiki Swim with Turtles Tour - Moana Catamaran Best Honolulu Snorkeling Cruise

The Best Snorkel Experience

Reviewed by: Loraine Mendoza, 2023/05/27

Let's start with the boat - Fabulous & modern, a vessel to be admired. The captain and crew - freaking amazing, patient, kind, informative, went above and beyond. Took us right out to the sea turtles. It was a perfect day with perfect hosts and an experience we will never forget.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/05/06
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Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour with Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran

So cool!!

Reviewed by: Jenny , 2023/05/16

Wow, I didn’t expect to see turtles but saw more than that! Turtles, gosh, dolphins! First time snorkeling but instructors were great and I learned something new

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/05/14
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

Such a great time!

Reviewed by: Hallie, 2023/05/11

Easy to find
Saw dolphins and turtles!
We had an amazing time :)

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Mahalo for joining us!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/05/09
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

Chill atmosphere, kind service, and amazing sights among the fish and turtles!

Reviewed by: Nick Pettyjohn, 2023/05/01

My wife and I had a great time. The two guides, captain and turtle-whisperer, were confident, relaxed, and funny. The pick-up location was incredibly convenient for us, near our hotel on the Waikiki beach strip. The ride to the canyon was just 15 minutes, and looking back on the city was breathtaking.

Once there, we distributed masks and floaty-belts and jumped right in! I foolishly wiped off my mask and it clouded up, but the captain was keen to fix it after I brought it to his attention. The turtle-whisperer was around to spot turtles and check in on our snorkelers, but otherwise we were allowed to roam.

There were quite a few other tour boats and snorkel groups at the site, but we were able to still find turtles and fish while staying a bit away from the groups of other snorkelers. We ended up among a school of black fish and had two turtles swim very close to us! Once while my wife and I were holding hands. A highlight of our vacation!

Don't go into this expecting a private/guided tour of the reef. Instead, it's a relaxing transportation to a great snorkel spot, with equipment included. For this price, I highly recommend it.

  • Looking back on Waikiki. Can see the bucket of snorkel masks.

  • Anchored at turtle canyon. Can see groups of other snorkelers and a school of black fish.

  • The catamaran at the beach before we set out.

  • A view of Waikiki while sailing back from Turtle Canyon.

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Mahalo for such an amazing review and sharing your photos!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/04/25
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Spirit of Aloha Deluxe Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Tour with Cocktails from Hilton

It was so much fun

Reviewed by: Fayeka Fateh, 2023/04/30

Me and my husband had a great time. The guys are very prompt with safety and are very accomodating. We saw turtles and other sea creatures too. My husband was not very confident with snorkeling but they helped him out by getting acquainted with the waters and eventually he gained confidence to snorkel and he enjoyed it a lot later on to see sea life.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/04/28
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

Turtle snorkel

Reviewed by: ErinQ, 2023/04/29

Staff on boat were helpful snd professional. Snorkel equipment was ok, kind of old but worked. It was nice to be able to bring our on snacks and drinks on board.

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Mahalo for joining us!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/04/08
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

Amazing!

Reviewed by: Melissa, 2023/04/26

Such an amazing morning! The crew were very friendly and knowledgable. Everything was provided and very easy, they were willing to assist and answer questions and offer advice. I have some incredible videos and memories.

Comments from activity operators

We are so happy to hear you had a memorable experience! Mahalo for joining us!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2023/04/24
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Had the best time!

Reviewed by: Marie Rebeterano, 2023/04/24

The instructors were extremely helpful and knowledgeable! Saw many turtles and fishes and got great pictures! The mai tais were good and all around had a first great experience! Highly recommend this for beginners!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/04/22
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Good experience

Reviewed by: Shane , 2023/04/14

Crew was great, my family really enjoyed it. Lots of fish to see, my wife seen a turtle and really liked the experience. If you’re not a strong swimmer or out of shape I would suggest not booking. I found swimming against the current hard but my wife and daughter are stronger swimmers than me and had an easier time.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/04/12
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Great Crew! Great trip!

Reviewed by: Mary, 2023/04/10

Great crew! Great snorkeling experience! We would recommend for anyone to do. It was my first time the crew was very helpful and made me feel very comfortable.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/04/06
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Great time

Reviewed by: Aleyna, 2023/04/09

The staff was super friendly and we had a fun time. We were able to see a turtle and lots of fish. They supplied snorkel gear and drinks/soda. Just remember to bring a towel because it can get chilly. Location was easy to access as they are on the beachside of dukes Waikiki. Definitely recommend Manu Kai..

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/04/07
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Fun Day on the Water

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/04/08

Loved this tour, the boat was easy to find, and its nice that its close to the hotels and quick, as we did not want a full day on a boat!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/03/23
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

great tour, great staff!!

Reviewed by: Christy, 2023/04/01

This is my second time with this outfit. The crew is great, and kind. We had a blast. they are all super chill and fun. It's not a loud party boat with maI tais. Great time. I had a blast on the trampoline in front, laughing the entire time!!!!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/03/30
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Waikiki's Most Affordable Turtle Snorkel Boat Tour - Mana Kai Catamaran

A must do!

Reviewed by: Paul, 2023/03/26

Amazing experience for us. The crew were incredibly nice and helpful. We saw lots of turtles and was one of the highlights of our trip to Hawaii.

Mahalo!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/03/20
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Fun Day in Waikiki

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/03/22

Lots of fish and really clear waters, they assist and have floatys in case!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/02/22
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Waikiki Swim with Turtles Tour - Moana Catamaran Best Honolulu Snorkeling Cruise

A must do activity for the family

Reviewed by: Melanie, 2023/03/11

Our entire family had so much fun on this excursion. The staff were so friendly and informative. Bring an underwater camera for great picture opportunities.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2023/02/15
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

It was a great time

Reviewed by: Happy Camper, 2023/03/06

Had a very good time, swimming with the turtles was amazing, drinks were very good, ship was in great shape.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/02/08
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Awesome Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise!

Reviewed by: Rachel D, 2023/03/01

My fiance and I had such a wonderful time on this cruise! It was our first time snorkeling, and we were a little nervous (for fellow first timers, the apparatus feels a little uncomfortable and claustrophobic on the boat, but feels so much better in the water)! However, the whole crew put us at ease and were super patient with us, helping us to get the perfect fit with our goggles and apparatus. Nicole even gave me one of her hair ties when I forgot mine! The lifeguards were great, helping us to find the best spots to watch turtles and fish, taught us a ton, and even dove down to get an octopus for us to pet. They were great about checking on everyone and making sure we were ok, comfortable, and having fun. The music and mai tais were excellent, and everyone was so friendly and sweet. They offered to take pictures without us even asking! This cruise is such an amazing deal for the price, and was for sure one of the highlights of our first trip to Oahu. My only advice is to be near Duke's at the Outrigger early, there is not super clear signage for where the boat comes in, so go to the bathroom and bring everything you might need so you have time to find the boat. Thanks for an amazing time!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/02/25
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Waikiki Swim with Turtles Tour - Moana Catamaran Best Honolulu Snorkeling Cruise

Amazing snorkel trip w/ top-notch crew

Reviewed by: Johnny Avo, 2023/02/26

We took a snorkel trip with the Moana boat crew and had a fantastic experience. We set sail on the beautiful catamaran at 0830 and to head out see the sea turtles at the infamous 'shell-cleaning' reef which is located just outside the breakers off Waikiki beach. Our Capt for the day, Anthony, was personable, friendly and made us all feel welcome aboard the boat. Zack and Sarah were the other two crew members and they were friendly, professional, and very helpful throughout the entire trip. 100% would sail with this crew again. Bring some tip $ for them, because they definitely deserve it. Book a tour today!

The snorkel site is popular and several boats are in the area, which is nice because you don't feel like you're out in the middle of the ocean alone. It can get busy with everyone trying to see the turtles and fish so be sure to keep an eye on the surface as well as watching what is below. Some turtles even come over to our boat and I snapped a photo (attached to this review). Overall water depth is about 20-30 feet and even on a cloudy & murky day (like ours) we could easily see numerous fish and several large sea turtles. We were even lucky enough to see Humpback whales (mom & baby)!!

We booked our trip in mid/late Feb and it was overcast & rainy. A bit chilly at times, but come prepared and it's a fun trip regardless. Plenty of covered space to store dry items, but a "drybag" is a nice touch on any beach/water adventure.
We booked the 0830 trip to maximize sea life activity which also resulted in 2 families being on the boat....8 people total. Virtually a private tour! When we pulled back into the pier for the next tour there were about 20-25 people waiting for the next tour. And, parking at the marina is easier before the crowds arrive.

  • Turtle swimming right next to the catamaran close enough to almost reach out and touch.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/02/22
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Fun Day on the Water

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/02/19

We saw lots of fish and turtles almost the whole time snorkeling. I highly recommend this tour. It was only an hour and a half from getting out there in the catamaran to docking back in. The beverages, especially the Mai Tai’s were delicious as well.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/02/08
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