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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Great time!!!

Reviewed by: Brenda

I knew I would see lots of turtles the moment we reached the spot because there were already turtles swimming on the surface in the area. The guides were excellent and took great care of us! Thanks so much!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/07/24
Activity Date:	2021/07/22

2.5-Hour Spirit of Aloha Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Tour with Cocktails from Hilton

Just ok..save your money

Reviewed by: Kim

Crew and boat were great. Snorkeling spot was just ok. Saw 2 big turtles and a few fish and poor visibility. Very crowded in the water with people pushing into to you and kicking you in the face with their fins. Lunch was very poor. No choice of
Meat/cheese. Best part was the bag of chips! Mai tais had no alcohol. Save your money not worth it. Today, I saw more turtles when I was surfing by the hotel.

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Packages:	Premium Package: Morning Turtle Snorkel with Lunch
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/07/21
Activity Date:	2021/07/19

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Amazing experience at an unbelievable price!

Reviewed by: GarimaT

We loved everything about this experience - the crew was extremely informed and friendly.
- our 21-24 year old kids stayed back to chat with the crew for 20 minutes after we came back on shore and came away with so many tips and recommendations.

We saw 3 turtles and so many fish! On our way back we had the complimentary cocktails and great music.

For $66 a head it was the most cost effective option around. We would love to do it again and we highly recommend it.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/07/20
Activity Date:	2021/07/18

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

First time snorkeling and it was great!

Reviewed by: Shaz

I booked this excursion for my 14 yr old son and me, it was our first time snorkeling. My son was a bit anxious before we boarded, he gets a bit weary when it comes to deep ocean water. The entire crew made us feel comfortable and welcome. We got up close and personal (keeping a healthy distance of course) with several turtles. The crew pointed out where the turtles were so we could have the best viewing position. All in all it was a memorable experience and the highlight of our trip for my son.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/19
Activity Date:	2021/07/15

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

plenty of turtles to see!

Reviewed by: Bautista

The only complaint I have is in regards to the cocktails. We only received 1 each instead of the three as advertised.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/07/16
Activity Date:	2021/07/13

Pink Sails Waikiki 2-Hour Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise with Light Snacks from Ala Wai Harbor

Not Much To See

Reviewed by: BeeKae

The worst snorkel tour I’ve ever been on as far as what a person was able to see under the water. My husband didn’t see a single fish. The kids and I saw two species. A black fish and a striped fish..literally two fish of each kind. Water is too cloudy to see much. I don’t believe there is really much to see even if the water were clear. No reef in sight. Way too many tourists from about 5 different boats all dropped off to snorkel at the same spot so people are constantly getting in each other’s way. I never saw a turtle except the one from the boat when we first pulled up. BEST part was the crew and the sail after the snorkel. The crew was wonderful. Brandon was super funny. Ryan and Mike both nice guys. They all work hard. Maybe it was just a poor day at sea for seeing much in the water, but I wouldn’t do it again. A sunset sail with them would be great since the sailing was the best part and the crew is awesome. But if you’re hoping to see a lot of fish and turtles while snorkeling, don’t expect it here. Wish I could get a refund.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/11
Activity Date:	2021/07/09

Waikiki Guided Beach Snorkeling Tour for Beginners with FREE Photos & Videos

Great Experience, Steven was an awesome instructor!

Reviewed by: Steve & Melissa

This was an incredible experience. Our guide Steven did a fabulous job and gave my wife and daughters the confidence to give snorkeling a real try. I would definitely recommend this again, and then take that experience and go to a better snorkeling location. Great way to try it out and make sure you able and ready before making the expensive snorkeling investment!

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Packages:	Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/07/03
Activity Date:	2021/06/12

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Awesome cruise- Great crew!

Reviewed by: Acook

We went on a 12:15 snorkel cruise and had a great time. Crew was awesome. Very friendly and helpful. 90 mins was just the right amount of time for snorkel. Saw lots of turtles and got great pictures. Snorkel area itself is a little crowded at times but everyone was helpful in locating turtles and respectful of peoples space. Drinks were great after we got back on the boat. Overall A++ experience!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/03
Activity Date:	2021/06/30

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Life vest

Reviewed by: HNL

Horrible life vests. Blow up air in them and slowly air releases and don’t realize until in the water. Vests had small holes in them. This is risky for adults and kids. Need to have life jackets so air does not release. Snorkeling is done in the middle of ocean and shore. At times difficult to see fishes and turtles.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/06/28
Activity Date:	2021/06/24

Waikiki Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour with One Drink | 2-Hour Morning Adventure aboard Moana Catamaran

Wonderful excursion

Reviewed by: Joy

Great crew and breakfast was awesome, saw several turtles and beautiful fish

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Packages:	2-Hour Morning Turtle Snorkel Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/06/28
Activity Date:	2021/06/26

2.5-Hour Turtle Snorkel Sail Tour from Waikiki Beach - Cold Brew Coffee, Snacks & One Drink Included

Snorkel

Reviewed by: Rodney

The boat and the ride was fun. The current in the water was a little strong so it was hard to go snorkeling. The kids really struggled and so did the majority of the adults. Most of the kids held on to a rope or to the boat itself. Would have been nicer in calmer waters. The cost was on the low end. So for the boat ride we enjoyed ourselves

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Packages:	Snorkel Cruise (50% Capacity)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/06/26
Activity Date:	2021/06/06

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Not what I expected- expensive- no turtles- no fun on board- unfriendly crew.

Reviewed by: Just J

Let me start by saying that I’m used to going to tours where the crew is super fun and wild so I was expecting a lot more from a tour that offers cocktails. To get a drink you basically had to chase someone to get you one because it wasn’t like someone was there standing and serving drinks, they were busy eating their own lunch and chatting. Second, I’m used to crew assisting others that need help getting in and out of boat or at shore or struggling, this crew did not assist at all, you were on your own. So if you really do not know how to snorkel or are a start swimmer, you’re on your own. The turtles, well the snorkelers did not see any, the people on board said they saw 2. Could be that the reason none were around is because besides our boat that area is flooded with like 2 other boats filled with other snorkelers and this scares off the poor turtles. Overall a mediocre experience. Did not really enjoy it and not worth the cost. Would not recommend unless you’re taking it just to go for a cruise.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/06/26
Activity Date:	2021/06/24

Pink Sails Waikiki 2-Hour Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise with Light Snacks from Ala Wai Harbor

Great afternoon snorkeling!

Reviewed by: Anne L

Great time snorkeling with Alexio, Jonah, Noah and Brandon. Don’t let their youthful look fool you. These guys are courteous, knowledgeable and very friendly. My youngest had so much fun she didn’t even realize it was time to go back to the ship! Would do this again in a heartbeat! ♥️

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/06/24
Activity Date:	2021/06/22

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Awesomeness!!!

Reviewed by: Cheryl M.

My husband and my kids ages 9 and 14 enjoyed this excursion. It wasn’t too short or too long, just perfect 90 minutes. I was amazed by the professionalism, fun and accommodation by the crew: Alec, Dave and Mina. I had severe motion sickness which was my fault for not taking Dramamine ahead of time. Good thing was the crew was quick and provided me unlimited ice chips and water. I left 2 pairs of our water shoes and wasn’t sure if I can still retrieve it. Happily they kept it until I picked it up today. The whole team and this activity is full of awesomeness. Next time I visit here from the Bay Area, I’ll make sure to do this activity again with this crew.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/06/22
Activity Date:	2021/06/19

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Awesome snorkeling trip!!

Reviewed by: Marina Ferguson

The guys here are amazing. We had some much fun. They were really funny and conversed with you as well. After we were done looking at the turtles we got drinks, that's because of the package I got. But my sister, my friend and I loved it. It's worth the money, I would highly recommend this adventure and we were actually able to see turtles. They would point out where the turned were and we would take pictures, the ones who had GoPros. One of them even went all the way down and recorded it but I think I might've not hit the recording button so idk if we got the video, that's on me. But still I was so nice fun!!!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/06/17
Activity Date:	2021/06/15

2.5-Hour Spirit of Aloha Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Tour with Cocktails from Hilton

Good trip

Reviewed by: Corey

Although they cancelled the snorkeling due to water conditions the captain made it a blast and the kids loved it! The crew was awesome and super helpful!

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Packages:	Premium Package: Morning Turtle Snorkel with Lunch
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/06/07
Activity Date:	2021/06/06

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

First snorkel

Reviewed by: Rachel Price

This was the first time for us to snorkel as a family. It was wonderful! The guides made sure we got somewhere where we were sure to see turtles. They were extremely helpful and fun! We will definitely be doing this again!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/05/31
Activity Date:	2021/05/29

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Crew was amazing

Reviewed by: Ronnie

Went by myself with three kids, they were amazing at making sure none of kids died . This was our first time snorkeling so it was very much a learning experience.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/05/28
Activity Date:	2021/05/26

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Jake

So glad we took this activity. Had an amazing time with friends aboard the boat. The staff were very friendly and made the experience fun. Highly recommended.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/05/28
Activity Date:	2021/05/26

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Cool experience

Reviewed by: Natalia N

It was cool experience, nice drinks. There weren't many turtles and the sea was not very clear there so we couldn't see many fishes or nature.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/05/27
Activity Date:	2021/05/22

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

So much fun!

Reviewed by: Gheahndra

Super fun experience, all three guides were very nice and great hosts. They really kept a look out on all of their guests to ensure their safety. If I ever came back I would definitely do it again.

Going to our destination

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/05/26
Activity Date:	2021/05/18

2.5-Hour Spirit of Aloha Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Tour with Cocktails from Hilton

Couples Outting

Reviewed by: Lou group

This was a great time, We had a party of 6 and we all said we'd do it again!!!!

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Packages:	Standard Package: Afternoon Turtle Snorkel Cruise [Apr - Nov]
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/05/25
Activity Date:	2021/05/23

2.5-Hour Turtle Snorkel Sail Tour from Waikiki Beach - Cold Brew Coffee, Snacks & One Drink Included

Mana Kai

Reviewed by: Richey/Espino clan

Great crew great sail our family scattered our moms (Grammie) ashes with a great ceremony and a wonderful and private area. After we went to an area for snorkeling this was a great way to end our day!

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Packages:	Private Snorkel Cruise - 50% Capacity (up to 13 passengers)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/05/24
Activity Date:	2021/05/18

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

We saw turtles and lots of fish!

Reviewed by: Cynel

Highly recommended. Had a great time! We saw turtles and lots of fish!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2021/05/21
Activity Date:	2021/05/19

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Awesome!

Reviewed by: Angel Zielinski

The staff were amazing! Mai Tai’s were great. We saw a turtle and some fish. Wonderful experience

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2021/05/19
Activity Date:	2021/05/17

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Highly Recommend

Reviewed by: Tina Huynh

The crew was amazing! They were super friendly and would help us find turtles while we were snorkeling. The boat ride was smooth, had refreshments, and their mai tai were delicious. I would highly recommend this tour. Was able to see many fishes, got yummy drinks, and was a fun time overall.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/05/14
Activity Date:	2021/05/08

2.5-Hour Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour, Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran

Holokai Catamaran Snorkeling

Reviewed by: Breth

Fun trip, good crew. Snorkeling was a bit crowded and water not as clear as expected.

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Packages:	12:00 PM Snorkel Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/05/13
Activity Date:	2021/05/10

Waikiki Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour with One Drink | 2-Hour Morning Adventure aboard Moana Catamaran

Barely saw 1 turtle

Reviewed by: Alex

Boat was very nice, friendly staff, but we stopped at 1 site for a while and didn’t see any turtles, then when we got to the more popular spot there were already 4 more boats and we only got to see 1 turtle. The staff didn’t come in the water with us either to help spotting turtles. Other boats had at least 1 crew in the water to guide their group towards the right spot.

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Packages:	3-Hour Mid-Morning Turtle Snorkel Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/05/12
Activity Date:	2021/05/10

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

What a great crew and experience!

Reviewed by: Irene and Daniel

Turtles were amazing, Mai tais delish, and the crew was awesome!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/05/06
Activity Date:	2021/05/04

Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran

Awesome

Reviewed by: King

Had a blast. Turtles swam up right next to you a long with school of fish

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/05/01
Activity Date:	2021/04/22

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Great time!!!

Just ok..save your money

Amazing experience at an unbelievable price!

First time snorkeling and it was great!

plenty of turtles to see!

Not Much To See

Great Experience, Steven was an awesome instructor!

Awesome cruise- Great crew!

Life vest

Wonderful excursion

Snorkel

Not what I expected- expensive- no turtles- no fun on board- unfriendly crew.

Great afternoon snorkeling!

Awesomeness!!!

Awesome snorkeling trip!!

Good trip

First snorkel

Crew was amazing

Amazing experience

Cool experience

So much fun!

Couples Outting

Mana Kai

We saw turtles and lots of fish!

Awesome!

Highly Recommend

Holokai Catamaran Snorkeling

Barely saw 1 turtle

What a great crew and experience!

Awesome

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