Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure
- Ages: Ages 7+
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Tour Type: Shared
- Capacity: Up to 20 Guests
- Vessel Type: 50-Foot Power Boat “Big Kahuna”
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Explore Oahu’s offshore reefs on this epic snorkeling tour!
Snorkel with sea turtles, tropical fish, and more on this guided ocean adventure in Waikiki. Explore the Turtle Canyon (One of the top snorkel spots on Oahu) with our expert guides as they show you our Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, tropical fish, and little creatures that live on the reef. Our safety divers will brief you on how to use our top-quality snorkel gear and flotation. Enjoy a coastal cruise on our newly-built power boat. Keep an eye out for the occasional pod of spinner dolphins and seasonal Humpback whales (Jan – March). We take safety and customer service seriously so you can focus on the fun. Learn about wildlife facts, and local history and capture photo-worthy moments on the protected waters off Honolulu.
Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure Highlights:
- Turtle Sightings Guaranteed! Hawaiian Green Sea turtles are seen on 99% of tours, if we do not see them on this trip book again for free!
- Amazing marine life: Various types of tropical fish some found nowhere else in the world, and always a chance to see spinner dolphins.
- Smaller groups are better: We limit our 49-passenger boat to 20 people
- Snorkel at Waikiki’s Famous turtle hangout “Turtle Canyons”
- Photo opportunities with Diamond Head and Waikiki as the backdrop.
- Enjoy a fun cruise up the Waikiki Coastline
- Great for first-time snorkelers and advanced explorers!
What's Included:
Premium snorkel gear, fins, and flotation vest/belts
Instruction on how to snorkel
Complementary soft drinks (water, juice, soda)
In-water snorkel guide/lifeguard
On board restroom
Shaded and sunny seating
Restrictions
- Basic swimming skills required
- If you have a mustache the mask may not make a good seal and leak.
- We do not offer prescription masks, “Snorkel Bob’s” is a great place to rent one.
- Snorkeling is a physically strenuous activity and you should be in good health to participate.
- Not recommended if you’re pregnant, have back/neck problems, or severe mobility issues
- Must be 7 years or older to participate.
Additional information
Cancelation Policy: Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 48 hours’ notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather, minimum seats not being filled or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Departure Time / Late Arrivals: Out of respect to our guests we attempt to leave on time for every trip. If you are running late and do not arrive at the boat prior to the start of the passenger safety briefing your ticket will be forfeited. Refunds cannot be processed for no-shows / late arrivals so please plan ahead and arrive on time.
Weather Cancellation: In the event of unsafe weather or heavy rain we will cancel the tour. We will notify guests via email and text message (if a text message-capable phone number has been provided) as soon as the cancellation is made. If you have purchased your ticket directly through Hawaii Ocean Charters you will have the option of rescheduling (based on availability) or a full refund. If your ticket was purchased through a 3rd party you will have the option of rescheduling (based on availability). As we do not control the refunds of 3rd parties or daily deal sites please refer to the refund policy of the business you purchased your ticket through in the event of a cancellation.
Parking: Parking is available at Kewalo Basin Boat Harbor for $2 per hour. Pay machines accept cash and credit cards. Please refer to the Kewalo Basin Boat Harbor Map below and in your confirmation email for parking areas and our boat’s location. ** Please arrange your own transportation to the boat located at Kewalo Basin, 1125 Ala Moana Blvd, Pier A, Honolulu, HI 96814.
Sea Sickness – Generally the ocean is calm near Waikiki, but if you are prone to sea sickness or are not accustomed to being aboard ocean-going boats we suggest you consult your doctor or pharmacist about taking preventative measures prior to your trip.
- Person (Ages 7+): $75
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Turtle Canyon · Waikiki
Turtle Snorkeling Adventure
A 49-passenger boat capped at just 20 guests — under half capacity. Snorkel Turtle Canyon with room to breathe and experienced guides right beside you the whole way.
What's included
About this tour
Jump into an underwater adventure at Turtle Canyon, Waikiki's famous reef where Hawaiian green sea turtles gather to be cleaned by reef fish. It's one of Oahu's most reliable spots to see honu in the wild — and it's only reachable by boat, so you'll leave the beach crowds behind.
This is a shared tour aboard the Big Kahuna, our 54-foot power boat. Although she's licensed for 49 passengers, we intentionally cap this trip at just 20 guests, so there's plenty of room on deck and far more attention from the crew than a full boat would allow.
Best of all, our experienced guides are hands-on the whole way through — in the water with you, pointing out turtles and reef life, and making sure every guest, from first-timers and families to confident swimmers, feels comfortable and has a great time. Capping the group at 20 is what lets the crew give that kind of personal attention. Snorkel gear, flotation and in-water guides are all included — and with two full hours on the water, there's no rushing, just real time to enjoy it.
From the quality of our gear to the duration, the small group size and the focus of the tour, every part of this trip is intentionally designed to be an awesome time for guests of every level. We can't wait to show you an amazing time on the water.
