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Waikiki Beach: Turtle Snorkeling and Sailing on Hāwea

4.7  / 5367 reviews
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Waikiki Beach: Turtle Snorkeling and Sailing on Hāwea
4.7  / 5367 reviews
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Embark on an exciting Waikiki snorkeling adventure with sea turtles at Turtle Canyon. Dive into Hawaiian ocean waters and spot green sea turtles, octopuses, and other marine life.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Instructor
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Emma – United States

Had the best time! Lots of turtles, the boat is beautiful and the drinks are great! Highly recommended!

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Emma – United States
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Chris – United States

The Captain and crew were awesome! They checked on my son and I to make sure we were having fun and were alright. The snorkeling was incredible, we saw many turtles, dolphins and even a sting ray along with the thousands of fish. Definitely the nicest boat of the bunch. Following 90 minutes of fun in the water, the captain raised the sails for a run down to Diamond Head and back, then back to the beach. I cannot say enough good things about the Hawea, the captain or the crew, though the turtles left me speechless! Another selling points, they leave from the beach (which is very cool) so you can walk from the hotel, no need for a taxi to the marina. We will do this trip again.

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Chris – United States

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue

    Waikiki

    Snorkeling (2 hours)

    Optional

  • Arrive back at:

    Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Discover the underwater world of Turtle Canyon
  • Encounter the local flora and fauna
  • Kick back and relax with a stunning ocean view
  • Snorkel through crystal clear waters
  • See colorful fish and sea turtles up close

Full description

Discover the beauty of Waikiki's underwater world with this Snorkeling Tour at Turtle Canyon. Board a catamaran on Waikiki Beach (on the shoreline behind the famous Duke Kahanamoku Statue), and sail to Turtle Canyon, a renowned sea turtle cleaning station. Your expert guides know the prime spots for encountering sea turtles, octopus, and starfish in their natural habitat. Gear up with the provided snorkeling equipment and immerse yourself in the vibrant marine life below. Witness the graceful movements of sea turtles, colorful tropical fish, and elusive octopuses. After an exhilarating snorkeling session, relax on the catamaran as you cruise back to shore, leaving you with unforgettable memories of your underwater adventure in Waikiki. Participants are required to know how to swim.

Includes

  • Round-trip cruise
  • Snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, and floatation life belt)

Not suitable for

  • Non-swimmers

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Meeting point

Find the boat directly behind the Duke Kahanamoku Statue (beachfront of the Hyatt Regency Hotel 2424 Kalakaua Ave). Please walk down to the shoreline and proceed to the boat itself, as there is no check-in booth. The crew will check you in at the boat. Do not wait at the statue. Departure location may be subject to change during the summer months due to high tide that creates a rough shorebreak. For the safety of our guests we will not use our boarding ladder on the shoreline and will move to our pier. In this case, we will reach out to you on the day of your activity if high tide is forecasted during the time of your tour. Departure location will then be: Kewalo Basin Harbor 1125 Ala Moana Blvd. PierA24

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 367 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Emma – United StatesJanuary 15, 2025  – Verified booking
Had the best time! Lots of turtles, the boat is beautiful and the drinks are great! Highly recommended!
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Chris – United StatesJanuary 1, 2025  – Verified booking
The Captain and crew were awesome! They checked on my son and I to make sure we were having fun and were alright. The snorkeling was incredible, we saw many turtles, dolphins and even a sting ray along with the thousands of fish. Definitely the nicest boat of the bunch. Following 90 minutes of fun in the water, the captain raised the sails for a run down to Diamond Head and back, then back to the beach. I cannot say enough good things about the Hawea, the captain or the crew, though the turtles left me speechless! Another selling points, they leave from the beach (which is very cool) so you can walk from the hotel, no need for a taxi to the marina. We will do this trip again.
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Shaffiq – United StatesDecember 12, 2024  – Verified booking
Definitely worth the money. The tour guides were super helpful in directing us where the turtles were. Would highly recommend them as they went above and beyond with capturing footage for my GoPro camera!
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Product ID: 604751

Activity provider:Waikiki Sailing Company

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