Water activity

Oahu: 3-Hour Dolphin Watching & Snorkel Excursion in Waianae

Water activity

Oahu: 3-Hour Dolphin Watching & Snorkel Excursion in Waianae

Activity provider: Dolphin Excursions Hawaii
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From US$ 193.88 per person

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Eco-certified

Search for dolphins and whales on a snorkel excursion guided by marine biologists and naturalists. Dolphin sightings guaranteed. Swim with turtles and fish from the comfort of a USCG-inspected vessel.

About this activity

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Covid-19 precautions
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Experience

Highlights
  • Search for dolphins in the wild with one of the most experienced teams in Hawaii
  • Get the chance to snorkel with the colorful marine life at the best reefs
  • Search for dolphins playing and frolicking in the turquoise waters of Oahu
  • Have the chance to swim with sea turtles and colorful fish during the tour
  • Learn about nature's most intelligent animals in their natural environment
Full description

Embark on a wildlife-watching cruise aboard a 32-foot motorboat. Search for wild dolphins and whales off the coast of Oahu and learn about each species. Enjoy the opportunity to snorkel in unique spots and come face-to-face with the most vibrant reefs.

Board your boat and head out on an exhilarating ocean ride. Hear about local marine life from the experienced crew as you navigate. Spot wild dolphins playing in turquoise waters and, during the winter months, enjoy the bonus of spotting humpback whales.

Stop to snorkel in clear, protected bays that are teeming with sea life. Gaze at the fascinating ecosystem of Hawaii's reefs, including sea turtles and colorful fish. Hop back on board, sit back, and relax on your return trip.

Includes
  • Swimming with turtles
  • Sanitized snorkel equipment
  • Guide
  • Free parking
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • GoPro rentals ($40)
  • Wet suit rentals ($10)
  • Tips
Not suitable for
  • People with back problems
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People with epilepsy
  • People with a cold

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Date

Meeting point

Meet at the activity provider's check-in location next to Spinners Cafe, a green building with white trim. The building is shared, so look for the "Dolphin Excursion Check-In" sign. Park on the ocean side of the building, on the right (when facing the ocean). Parking is free. Do not go down to the docks: other large tours meet there and you may get lost in the crowds. If you are unsure, give the activity provider a call and they will direct you.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Biodegradable sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Smoking
  • Feeding animals
  • Touching marine life

Know before you go

  • If no dolphins are found during your boat ride, you can join the tour again for free
  • Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, but swimming with dolphins is never guaranteed
  • Swimming with dolphins is dependent on species, animal's current behavior, water conditions, and your abilities
  • Cancellations due to weather are fully refundable
  • Snorkel locations are subject to change based on conditions and your abilities
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 191 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Service
    4.9/5
  • Organization
    4.9/5

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The girls were amazing!!! Knowledgeable engaging I can’t say enough good things. Everyone was great!!! We found a nursery pod of dolphins. The smaller boat and capacity size made this the absolute best way to be up front and close to the dolphins. I was so glad we weren’t on the big boats out. We wouldn’t have been able to see the baby dolphins having a blast or the ones riding our wake. Just can’t say enough good things about this tour. I have already recommended to everyone I know. Deanna

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March 23, 2023

Amazing time, The tour guides were very helpful and had no problems taking their time with non swimmers and handling a lot of questions. They took us to see several whale pods as well as dolphin pods. They got as close as they could without disturbing the animals and they allowed them to come to us to get some great pictures. The snorkeling was very fun as well, we went to 2 different snorkel spots and swam for around 30 minutes per spot which was a good amount of time and the Lifeguard El stood with Girlfriend for the entire snorkel since she couldn’t swim an El made it fun, safe, and comfortable for her. Everything was as advertised and I would recommend this to anymore. The captain was even nice enough to give my girlfriend and I a ride into the closest town because Uber’s aren’t very plentiful on that side of the island but once we got to the town it was way to catch one. Great experience

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March 23, 2023

This isn’t your typical snorkeling tour/excursion! The guides are so passionate about ocean life and just bring you where the experience dictates. My hunch is that no two experiences are the same as they are committed to meeting the needs of individuals and seeing where nature that day will allow for the best experience. I had an amazing week on Oahu and this experience was in the top three things I did!

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March 23, 2023

Product ID: 28824