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

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Snorkelling with Turtles

Reviewed by: Sally, 2022/06/17

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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Activity Date:2022/06/11
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Awesome Time!

Reviewed by: Dale G, 2022/06/12

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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Activity Date:2022/06/10
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Short but sweet

Reviewed by: Heidi B., 2022/06/10

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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Activity Date:2022/06/08
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Really fun staff and good time

Reviewed by: Large group , 2022/05/25

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

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Activity Date:2022/05/23
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Dope

Reviewed by: Renard , 2022/05/24

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

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Activity Date:2022/05/21
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Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Twyla Vega , 2022/05/23

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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Activity Date:2022/05/21
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This was a nice boat and tour.

Reviewed by: Jean, 2022/05/05

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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Activity Date:2021/07/18
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Great Crew and very helpful

Reviewed by: Travis G, 2022/05/05

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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Activity Date:2022/05/01
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Perfect

Reviewed by: Curtis Fam, 2022/05/04

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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Activity Date:2022/05/02
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We had a great time

Reviewed by: Dee, 2022/05/03

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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Activity Date:2022/05/01
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Excellent!

Reviewed by: Jeannie R. , 2022/04/30

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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Activity Date:2022/04/05
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Awesome snorkeling adventure.

Reviewed by: Bheywow, 2022/04/17

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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Activity Date:2022/04/15
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Excellent service and Breath-taking views

Reviewed by: Shawn, 2022/04/12

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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Activity Date:2022/04/07
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Great Snorkeling Experience!

Reviewed by: John and Judy, 2022/04/11

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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Activity Date:2022/03/18
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Amazing crew and nice snorkeling spot !

Reviewed by: Frenchy Anne-Sophie , 2022/04/06

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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Activity Date:2022/04/04
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Definitely recommend!

Reviewed by: Hawaii 2022, 2022/04/05

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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Activity Date:2022/04/01
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Pretty good, but short & crowded

Reviewed by: Laura, 2022/03/25

The staff was very friendly. We did see multiple turtles & fish. We were taken to a small area with 5 other boats so swimming in the water was like walking through Disneyland. People were kept in a very small area. They said 60 mins of swimming but it felt closer to 45 mins, maybe. If you want to see coral and explore freely, this is not the tour for you. If you want to see some turtles and fish this is a nice starting point. They offer 3 alcoholic beverages which are impossible to drink on the short return home and none are permitted prior to snorkelling. We only got this one b/c others were sold out, but if you really want those beverages be prepared to drink fast ;-). I wouldn't do this one again.

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Activity Date:2022/03/20
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The Crew and the Boat Made the Trip Amazing

Reviewed by: Jason, 2022/03/20

Perfect location, easy to find and board.
Boat is great.
Crew are amazing, professional and fun
The trip duration is just long enough.
Plenty of turtles and things to see
Ride back is great...the beverages for the ride are really nice too.

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Activity Date:2022/03/18
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Quick snorkel trip

Reviewed by: Gziggy01, 2022/03/09

The boat was clean and the staff were friendly. We saw lots of fish and turtles. We only snorkeled for maybe 30 minutes before it was time to head back. I wish it was a little longer. Also they don’t have snorkles for people with glasses so keep in mind you may need contacts.

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Activity Date:2022/03/01
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It was okay!

Reviewed by: Ashley Q, 2022/03/01

The staff were really nice and the boat ride was cool. It was only 10 minute ride out to the snorkel spot and the drinks are served after the snorkeling, so there wasn't time to have advertised 3 drinks (which is fine, but jut something you should be aware of). The location itself does have sea turtles but the water is fairly deeps and the overall experience (as far as what one would expect) is pretty lack luster. Another tour operator was in the same location and they had a guide pointing out fish, turtles, etc. to ensure everyone got the opportunity to see the marine life, but this tour did not. Also, if you have your own PFD, bring it! My first PFD didn't hold air (a fun surprise) and the second one was at least 1/2 deflated by the time I got out. All in all, it was an okay time but I wouldn't do it again.

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Attended as:Families with Young Children
Activity Date:2022/02/25
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AMAZING

Reviewed by: Julia G., 2022/02/25

I was a little hesitant when I initially booked this, just because of the price. But, WOW I was wrong. Such a great experience, the boys on the boat were great to work with and knowledgeable. Drinks were great and just what you want after swimming in the ocean. Would 100% recommend. Thanks for a great time!

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Activity Date:2021/04/08
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Fun and Cool Experience

Reviewed by: Nicole Kamyk, 2022/02/22

Loved this tour last summer will be booking again however the price has increased dramatically.

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Activity Date:2021/05/19
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BEST EXPERIENCE EVER

Reviewed by: Jennifer Cao, 2022/02/22

This experience was amazing.The pick up location was super easy to find. Staff were so funny and friendly. We got out in the water and the staff swam with us to lead us to the turtles. We saw so many sea turtles. I definitely recommend doing this at least once in your lifetime.I'd love to do this again on my next trip to Oahu!

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Activity Date:2021/05/31
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Not really a snorkel adventure

Reviewed by: Joes, 2022/01/16

Overall this snorkel adventure isn’t that great there is only one small reef with maybe 3 turtles and that’s it. Also you are swimming around 3-4 other boats that have about 20 people each so it gets really packed really fast in the small little area. It’s a good beginner snorkel trip but if you are wanting to get a quality experience with a big reef to swim around I would look elsewhere

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Activity Date:2021/12/21
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The best bang for your buck snorkel adventure!

Reviewed by: Christopher Keisser, 2022/01/11

There are a lot of similar experiences down here, but this crew is tried and true. They have been doing this longer and better than the competition out there, and the experience is truly for those who want a no nonsense visit to turtle canyon. Captain Mina and Jeff truly know their stuff. Good times and good vibes!

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Activity Date:2022/01/09
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Such a great time !

Reviewed by: Brian , 2022/01/08

Took my wife and 6 year old son on the morning snorkel cruise. It was conveniently located and easy to navigate finding. Mina and the team were very helpful, accommodating and ensured that we had an awesome time . We spotted about 5 turtles and tons of schools of fish.

We will do this trip everytime we’re on the island

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Activity Date:2021/12/19
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Fun excursion!

Reviewed by: Adiba, 2021/12/30

The staff was super friendly and accommodating. It was a really fun experience. We got to see turtles and spinner dolphins! It was a great way for us to end our trip in Hawaii. It is recommended though to know swimming well if you want to snorkel as the life jackets are not buoyant enough to keep you afloat.

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Activity Date:2021/12/20
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Saw a turtle!

Reviewed by: Catherine, 2021/11/22

Finally saw a turtle for the first time and learned all about the honu and how to be respectful!

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Activity Date:2021/11/20
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So many turtles!!

Reviewed by: Dawn and Jim, 2021/11/18

Our guide got in water and spotted turtles and shared a lot of interesting information. We saw so many Turtles and close up. I got to hold a sea urchin. We also saw probably 4 species of fish, pretty. Staff, so friendly and fun, and kept the drinks coming.

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Activity Date:2021/11/15
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Down and dirty

Reviewed by: Cali sunny, 2021/11/11

Water was super choppy which was not their fault. Captain Junior was kind of a jerk. He was preoccupied with his phone and his smokes. While we road out to the spot, the intro was more about tips and rules than about the snorkel experience. I ended up tipping half of what I planned to tip prior to the trip. I would have liked a little more instruction on how to use the snorkel gear. I was told "it's pretty self explanatory." Bella was the life guard and pulled the anchor. She was a badass. Only had about 45 mins in the water and no time to enjoy "free drinks." Would only recommend if you know how to swim, snorkel, can pound drinks and are only looking for a cheap ride out to sea.‍♀️

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Activity Date:2021/11/09
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