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

Snorkel with turtles

Reviewed by: Gerry

Best highlight of our Oahu trip! Best crew! Looking forward to another trip to Oahu and snorkeling with you again! Mahalo!!!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/06/21
Activity Date:	2022/05/28

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

A fun quick trip!

Reviewed by: Madson5

Perfect for a quick outing that doesn’t take up your whole sunny day. Gets you on a great boat, 45 minutes of snorkeling with beautiful fish and turtles, and a drink or two along the way. Very mellow and fun!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/06/20
Activity Date:	2022/06/18

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

The experience was amazing.

Reviewed by: Jake's mom

Dave did a great job of captaining the boat. My sister even snorkeled for the first time ever at 58 years old.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2022/06/19
Activity Date:	2022/05/29

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

Interesting experience

Reviewed by: Pam

It took awhile to get comfortable snorkeling in the ocean where you can't just stand up if you want. Nervous that the waves would take me under the boat I could not relax. Our guides were wonderful and talked me thru it until I calmed down. After that it was quite an experience. Not exactly what I expected swimming around with turtles because they were swimming way below you but it was still cool. The fish also stayed down lower which after snorkeling where the fish come right up to you in shallow water was alittle disappointing. Afterwards the Mai tais and beer were good except my daughter was sea sick by then and only wanted to go to shore. Would recommend this cruise.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/06/18
Activity Date:	2022/05/24

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

Snorkelling with Turtles

Reviewed by: Sally

Communication was on point and kept us all in the loop prior to our cruise date. There were no issues is locating where we had to be.

5 staff in board were all really friendly, helpful and great advice. My son had issues with his snorkel once we were in the water and they helped us out straight away.

There were lots of turtles for us to see, the water was really clear the day we went. They came.so close to us, it was really amazing.
We had a wonderful time, My mum, myself and my 13yr old all really enjoyed ourselves.

I wouldn't take anyone not confident in breathing with the snorkel as it was a bit choppy when we were out there. The team was great from a safety aspect too with rules and regulations, not letting tourists do whatever they wanted and respected the environment.

Would 100% book again with this team.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/06/17
Activity Date:	2022/06/11

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

Awesome Time!

Reviewed by: Dale G

Had a wonderful time! Everyone of the crew was an absolute pleasure! They were very knowledgeable and so nice. I would highly recommend. It was very family friendly.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/06/12
Activity Date:	2022/06/10

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

Short but sweet

Reviewed by: Heidi B.

We want to express our extreme satisfaction with the snorkeling tour we took with our family this morning (10:30 am tour). In particular, the crew of the boat (Junyah, Bella, Josiah, Julian, and Amos) were very professional and accommodating. We really liked that all of your staff were clear with their instructions, but also relaxed and light humored. We really appreciated the time and attention they gave to our daughter, Olivia, who was snorkeling for the first time and required a lot of additional attention. Even though we required extra attention, no one was rude or impatient with us - in fact, they were very kind and understanding. Thanks again to your crew for such a positive experience!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/06/10
Activity Date:	2022/06/08

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

It is affordable

Reviewed by: OCFD519JH

Like I said it is affordable. The kids running the boat we’re friendly an did the best they could. 22 people, some of which had not only never snorkeled, but were clearly uncomfortable in the water were too much for the crew to safely manage. I personally had to save a struggling passenger while the guy that was working the lifeguard shift was wrangling other dingdongs! Not the lifeguards fault he was just dealing with too many other folks and couldn’t get to the panicky woman fast enough. I don’t mind, I am a water rescue swimmer with my fire department but still… Her screaming for help couldn’t be heard over the clamoring of the other passengers on deck and the music playing onboard. When folks are in the water 100% attention to the swimmers is the only safe option and if you can’t hear them then the music needs to be off and eyes need to be on the swimmers. The operation was also billed as a sailing and snorkeling adventure with sailing being the key word for me. The wind was fine and other boats were sailing but our sails never went up. If you’re on a budget do it. but for 20-30 more you could do the same thing with a power boat, dolphins and turtles, food and water, and a photographer who would gladly sell you the images from the trip for a few extra dollars. In all honesty a confident swimmer could have reached turtle canyon in a easy half hour of swimming but that’s not for everyone.

For those of you who don’t swim, don’t feel comfortable in the water, or have small children that don’t swim. this is not how you spend your money. Endangering yourself or your family because “anyone can snorkel” in open water, when you’ve never done it before makes the trip that much less enjoyable for everyone including the crew. It is not their job to pay all their attention to you, and it becomes unsafe for everyone else.

Any chance to get in the water will always be awesome for me so like I said it is affordable. If it’s your best option yay!
Go for it!

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Packages:	Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM)
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2022/06/09
Activity Date:	2022/06/07

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

Great experience

Reviewed by: Alex

Like the trip very much!

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Packages:	Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/06/04
Activity Date:	2022/05/12

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

Must Do!

Reviewed by: Ross J

Great experience! Guaranteed turtle sighting. The crew was great! Best prices to get the most complete experience. I plan on re-using when I travel to Oahu in the near future.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/06/01
Activity Date:	2022/05/24

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

Really fun staff and good time

Reviewed by: Large group

Everyone was super nice and the staff was super fun to be around

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2022/05/25
Activity Date:	2022/05/23

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

Dope

Reviewed by: Renard

Completely amazing unforgettable experience.. the crew did a great job..

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/05/24
Activity Date:	2022/05/21

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

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Twyla Vega

This was an amazing experience with my family. The crew was friendly & helpful. This is a must if you're visiting the Waikiki area!

The sea turtles were SO close!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/05/23
Activity Date:	2022/05/21

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

Great time

Reviewed by: Jeremy.

Had a great time Sailing and watching the turtles and snorkeling. The staff was great and very helpful. Overall great experience and recommend to anyone

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2022/05/07
Activity Date:	2022/04/15

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

This was a nice boat and tour.

Reviewed by: Jean

This was a nice boat and tour. We got to see one or two sea turtles. Honestly the water was kind of murky and you don't get to see colorful fish but you do see generic silver ones. We really liked that the drinks were included though and the staff were very helpful, informative and friendly!

beautiful

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/05/05
Activity Date:	2021/07/18

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

Great Crew and very helpful

Reviewed by: Travis G

The crew was very helpful and made the experience very enjoyable. Very knowledgeable and helped to find a good spot to see turtles.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/05/05
Activity Date:	2022/05/01

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

Perfect

Reviewed by: Curtis Fam

2 helpful workers helped my 2 little kids give them the opportunity to snorkel. Very grateful they were able to have there experience!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2022/05/04
Activity Date:	2022/05/02

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

We had a great time

Reviewed by: Dee

This was a great mini adventure for our family. The crew was outstanding and very attentive to everyone on board and provided everything we needed for snorkeling. We saw turtles and lots of fish and would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to snorkel off the coast of Waikiki.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/05/03
Activity Date:	2022/05/01

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

Excellent!

Reviewed by: Jeannie R.

With a professional, friendly staff, our snorkel tour was excellent! We were promptly greeted and got on board. The staff offered us water or soft drinks as we waited for the rest of the passengers to board. There was nice seating all around, and you can bring along a bag with your towel, phone, whatever. They gave us plenty of directions and offered us snorkel gear, but we brought our own that we had rented. They also provide inflatable life vests. While we were snorkeling, they kept a sharp eye on us, ready to help with any mask issues or otherwise. There were lifeguards both in the water and on deck, but it was easy swimming. The turtles were all around, with colorful fish as well. We snorkeled for maybe an hour, then got back on board - the mai tais hit the spot after having salt water in your mouth! I would definitely recommend this tour to a friend. In fact, my daughter was wishing I had booked two tours while we were in Hawaii!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/04/30
Activity Date:	2022/04/05

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

Zola was awesome!!

Reviewed by: Danielle Kadlec

First time snorkeling for my husband and I. Zola was very thorough and showed us all kinds of sea life! 10/10 recommend!! Will have to try scuba diving with Zola next!!

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Packages:	Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/04/28
Activity Date:	2022/04/26

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

Worth every dollar!

Reviewed by: FAA

This 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.

Sea turtle swimming up to the surface!

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Packages:	Turtle Canyon Snorkel Sail
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/04/21
Activity Date:	2022/04/19

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

Awesome snorkeling adventure.

Reviewed by: Bheywow

Super fun quick snorkel. The crew and captain were awesome and funny. My kids loved as did I. Met a few “regulars” which I have never encountered on a snorkeling adventure in the past, which says a lot. I’ll make sure to leverage this on trips in the future. Namaste.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/04/17
Activity Date:	2022/04/15

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

Incredible experience

Reviewed by: Mike Dirty

What an amazing experience we had swimming with turtles. Captain even took us out to see some whales before we hit turtle canyon. We had kids with us and it was perfect for them, wasn’t too long and they didn’t get bored. Crew was knowledgeable and very helpful. They had all the equipment on board and were even playing some tunes for us. 10/10 would do it again.

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Packages:	Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2022/04/16
Activity Date:	2022/03/22

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

Definitely get to swim with turtles incredible

Reviewed by: Rose

The catamaran was lovely great staff. The catamaran was clean and nice. Staff was helpful and knowledgeable. We were thrilled to swim with tons of turtles in the beautiful waters. Success! Highly recommend.

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Packages:	Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/04/15
Activity Date:	2022/04/10

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

Excellent service and Breath-taking views

Reviewed by: Shawn

The Manu Kai Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise was all it promised to be. The crew was professional and very helpful. We were treated to a nice boat ride to Turtle Canyon and once in the water we saw several sea turtles calmly swimming along as smaller fish cleaned their shells and fins. There were several species of fish swimming in small schools that we could photograph as well.
The crew was very helpful and taught a basic course in snorkeling that enabled everyone to enjoy the experience to the fullest.
The boat itself is well maintained, clean, and provided a restroom for passengers.
The beverages were served cold (after the snorkel to avoid any intoxication issues while swimming.)
I would recommend this cruise to anyone interested in seeing the majesty of Hawaii's underwater environment and thrill seekers who love ocean adventures. The crew promised turtles and we were treated to a promise fulfilled.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2022/04/12
Activity Date:	2022/04/07

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

Second trip with Holokai. Great Crew!

Reviewed by: mari

Family trip to have a wake for my father who just passed. The crew was fun and amazing. They even played a terrible Clancy Brothers song in his honor. The whole boat went silent (the Clancy Brothers are that bad). Thanks for the memories!

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Packages:	Turtle Canyon Snorkel Sail
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/04/11
Activity Date:	2022/04/09

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

Great Snorkeling Experience!

Reviewed by: John and Judy

The crew aboard the catamaran was terrific, fun and entertaining! We would recommend experiencing this snorkel excursion in the morning, as the fish and turtles seemed to be more active earlier in the day. We had snorkeled in the same vicinity a couple of days before in the afternoon, and the sea creatures seemed to be less active then.

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/04/11
Activity Date:	2022/03/18

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

Turtle Surfing

Reviewed by: Todd

Crew and the Boat were great! The activity however was very crowded with many boats and other people, I guess that is to be expected! But I want to emphasize that the boat and crew were Top notch!!! Thank you Moana!!!

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/04/09
Activity Date:	2022/03/19

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

Amazing crew and nice snorkeling spot !

Reviewed by: Frenchy Anne-Sophie

Great time with friendly team , cool boat, nice equipment , turtles and fish were there !
Perfect for a family with two kids !

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/04/06
Activity Date:	2022/04/04

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

Definitely recommend!

Reviewed by: Hawaii 2022

Amus, Sienna, and Mitchell were fabulous tour guides. We saw quite a few dolphins and turtles. Definitely would do it again. Mahalo!

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Packages:	Standard Package with Drinks Included
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/04/05
Activity Date:	2022/04/01

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All Reviews for Waikiki Snorkeling Cruises & Tours in Waikiki

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Snorkel with turtles

A fun quick trip!

The experience was amazing.

Interesting experience

Snorkelling with Turtles

Awesome Time!

Short but sweet

It is affordable

Great experience

Must Do!

Really fun staff and good time

Dope

Amazing experience

Great time

This was a nice boat and tour.

Great Crew and very helpful

Perfect

We had a great time

Excellent!

Zola was awesome!!

Worth every dollar!

Awesome snorkeling adventure.

Incredible experience

Definitely get to swim with turtles incredible

Excellent service and Breath-taking views

Second trip with Holokai. Great Crew!

Great Snorkeling Experience!

Turtle Surfing

Amazing crew and nice snorkeling spot !

Definitely recommend!

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