Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise - Small Group Boat Tour to Swim with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles

Embark on a must-do Waikiki snorkel cruise with Island Splash Tours and visit the famous Turtle Canyon reef, one of the best places on Oahu to swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles. This small group boat tour is limited to just 28 guests, providing a comfortable and personalized experience as you cruise along the Waikiki coastline. Once at Turtle Canyon, spend nearly an hour snorkeling in clear tropical waters surrounded by reef fish and vibrant marine life. Along with sea turtles, you may also spot octopus, sea urchins, rays, and occasionally dolphins. With five departures offered daily, it is easy to find a convenient time to join the tour, and if turtles are not seen during your first trip, you can return again on another tour for free.

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Why do travelers choose this tour?

Small Group Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise: This Waikiki snorkel tour is limited to just 28 guests, creating a more comfortable and personalized experience than larger boats. With more space onboard and in the water, guests can enjoy a relaxed cruise to one of Oahu’s most popular turtle snorkeling spots.

Snorkel with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles: Cruise along the Waikiki coastline to Turtle Canyon, a well-known reef where Hawaiian green sea turtles gather among tropical fish. Guests also have the chance to spot other marine life such as octopus, eels, sea urchins, rays, and occasionally dolphins.

Great In-Water Time Without Taking Up Your Whole Day: This 1 hour and 40 minute boat tour includes about 50 minutes of in-water snorkel time, making it an easy choice for travelers who want a true Waikiki snorkeling experience without committing to a long half-day excursion.

Turtle Guarantee for Added Peace of Mind: If sea turtles are not seen during your tour, Island Splash Tours allows guests to come back again for free on another trip, making this one of the most appealing turtle snorkel cruises in Waikiki.

Local expert tips

• Morning tours often offer calmer ocean conditions and clear visibility, making them a popular choice for first-time snorkelers and families.
• Wear your swimsuit under your clothes and bring a towel plus reef-safe sunscreen so you are ready to get in the water as soon as the boat reaches Turtle Canyon.
• Cold water and soft drinks are included, but if you are prone to motion sickness, consider taking preventative medication before check-in since ocean conditions can vary.
• Spinner dolphins may occasionally be seen year-round, and humpback whales may be spotted during Hawaii whale season from November through April.
• This tour welcomes guests ages 3 and older, but all participants who plan to snorkel should be comfortable in the water and follow crew instructions at all times.

How to get there?

Check in at Ala Wai Boat Harbor, 1651 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96815, conveniently located near Hilton Lagoon at the edge of Waikiki.

Paid parking is available at the harbor, and the payment machines operate by QR code. The boat loads from the dock near the yellow parasail booth, and guests should arrive 30 minutes before departure.

Boat information

Island Splash Tours operates a brand new 2025 snorkel boat built to hold up to 49 passengers, but Turtle Canyon snorkel tours are limited to just 28 guests for a more spacious and enjoyable experience. The smaller group size allows for a more comfortable ride along the Waikiki coast and gives guests more room onboard and in the water.