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15 Best Oahu Snorkeling Tours

Boat snorkels worth booking over renting a mask, compared on reef quality and crowds. Hanauma Bay runs on reservations with a daily cap and slots vanish fast, so boat tours mostly work Turtle Canyon and the west coast instead. Mornings win; the trades chop the surface by afternoon.

1.Oahu Circle Island – North Shore Snorkeling Tour (Dole & Temple)

Discover the beauty of Oahu's North Shore on a snorkeling tour. Dive into crystal-clear waters, explore Dole Plantation, and experience the serenity of ancient temple grounds.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“We were able to see a little bit of everything and enjoyed our tour guide, but unfortunately had a terrible experience snorkeling. The beach that was selected was incredibly rocky and littered with urchins that made it incredibly difficult to access the snorkeling point. The…”

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2.North Shore Circle Island Adventure Including Snorkeling With the Turtles

Discover the beauty of the North Shore with an exhilarating adventure. Snorkel with majestic turtles and explore the stunning Circle Island. Dive in now!

★ 5.0

“This is a great overall trip to see the highlights of Oahu. Our guide Neven was great! Made the trip fun and memorable! Loved the the tour was small (9 people) The sites and stops were great! The only downfall is that we spent all…”

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4.Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure

Dive into an underwater paradise and swim with majestic sea turtles on our thrilling Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure. Don't miss out, book your adventure today!

★ 5.0

“Our Our family of four went to Turtle Canyon, and it was a great experience for everyone—snorkelers and non-snorkelers alike. Two of us were excited to get in the water, while the other two were a little hesitant, but the staff did an amazing job…”

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6.Oahu Dolphin Watch With Turtle Snorkel & Water Slide

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable adventure as you witness the island's vibrant marine life, including dolphins and sea turtles, while enjoying thrilling water activities.

★ 4.5

“This was a really fun experience. Our photographer Tyler was took amazing pictures. They sell you the package on the bus, and it is worth it for the in water shots and the stuff on the boat. They will also offer to sell you a…”

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7.Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Adventure With Manakai Catamaran

Discover the magic of swimming with turtles in Waikiki! Join us on the Manakai Catamaran for an unforgettable snorkeling adventure. Book your spot now!

★ 5.0

“We walked to the boat from the Waikiki beach hotel. The crew were very friendly. The boat has 2 clean bathrooms. We saw sea turtles and colorful fish. We will do this tour again next time we are back to the island.”

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8.OAHU CATAMARANS Snorkel With Turtles in Waikiki Limited Capacity

Snorkel with turtles in Waikiki on Oahu catamarans! Limited spots available - dive into an unforgettable adventure in paradise. Book your spot now!

★ 5.0

“It was amazing, the crew knew exactly where to go for guaranteed turtle sightings. Our water guide Shannon was amazing and dove down to show us cool things while in the water and very knowledgeable. The boat ride was great and they had refreshments for…”

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9.Oahu Catamaran Cruise: Wildlife, Snorkeling and a Hawaiian Meal

Embark on an unforgettable Oahu catamaran cruise! Encounter wildlife, enjoy snorkeling, and indulge in a mouthwatering Hawaiian meal. Join us today for the adventure of a lifetime!

★ 4.5

“I don't think this experience was described accurately in that the "lunch" is not a lunch but rather a "lupper" or a "dunch" because it was served at 2:30p. I did not realize that, and thought lunch meant 12:30 or 1p food, so I boarded…”

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10.Turtle Snorkeling Adventure in Waikiki (Boat Tour)

Experience the thrill of turtle snorkeling in Waikiki on an exhilarating boat tour. Dive into crystal-clear waters and swim alongside these majestic creatures. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

★ 4.5

“Fantastic experience with great crew Jaime, Alex, and Zé who made us feel welcome and safe with clear instructions pre-departure and great guidance while in the water. My sister took this excursion with Pink Sails a few months ago and raved about it and she…”

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11.Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

Keen to explore Hanauma Bay's vibrant marine life, but unsure of what to expect? Discover the must-do snorkeling experience that awaits you.

★ 4.5

“Amazing experience, lots of fish to see. Company provided all necessary gear and you arrive nice and early to the bay.”

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12.Turtle Canyon Snorkel From Waikiki (Turtles GUARANTEED!)

Joyfully discover the wonders of Turtle Canyon as you snorkel alongside the captivating sea turtles that thrive in this captivating oasis, just moments from Waikiki.

★ 5.0

“The last time I went snorkeling, it was a bit lower stakes and didn’t involve us going into deeper waters, so I was a little trepidatious. Wow though, what an amazing staff: knowledgeable, friendly, firm with tourists not following the rules, and they of course…”

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14.Wild Dolphin Watching and Snorkel Safari off West Coast of Oahu

Experience the thrill of swimming with wild dolphins and exploring vibrant coral reefs on our exhilarating snorkel safari off the stunning West Coast of Oahu.

★ 5.0

“Excellent day overall. Lovely crew, very helpful and accommodating. All equipment provided (snorkel/mask, lunch, dry bag etc), can purchase wet suit. Variable dolphin spotting but still great experience.”

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15.Snorkel & Swim With Turtles! Minutes From Waikiki

Experience the thrill of swimming with turtles in the crystal-clear waters of Waikiki! Don't miss this unforgettable adventure just minutes away from paradise.

★ 4.5

“Highly recommend using this company. They only take small groups of six. In fact, we were the only two on the boat the day we snorkelled.”

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5.0Turtle Canyon Snorkel (Semi Private Boat Tours)1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$109.00 5.0Small Group Grand Circle Island Tour Includes FREE Snorkeling With the Turtles8 hours (approx.)$110.26 5.0Catamaran Sail and Snorkel From Ko Olina3 hours (approx.)$195.00 4.8Oahu: Dolphin Swim and Turtle Snorkel Excursion in Waianae3 hours$193 4.7Waikiki: Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour$85 5.0Snorkel and Dive With Sharks in Hawaii With One Ocean Diving2 hours (approx.)$153.85 5.0Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour / 2nd Tour2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)$158.86 5.0Waikiki Green Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour – Boat Excursion3 hours (approx.)$129.99 4.6Oahu: Turtle Canyon Snorkeling Boat Tour2 hours$85 5.03 Hour Waikiki Waterslide, Snorkel and Diamond Head Cruise2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$89.00 5.0Small Group Turtle Canyon Snorkel in Waikiki2 hours (approx.)$85.00 4.5West Oahu Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle, Dolphin Snorkel Sail W Lunch3 hours (approx.)$125.95 5.012pm Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$84.77 4.5Waikiki Catamaran Cruise With Snorkeling and Paddling – Oahu3 hours (approx.)$59.00 5.09am Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$84.77 5.0Guided Snorkel Tour for Beginners in Honolulu1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$59.00 4.6Oahu: Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Adventure Cruise2 hours$67 4.5Oahu: All Day Circle Island Tour With Snorkeling9 to 10 hours (approx.)$72.00 5.0Sail and Turtle Snorkeling Tour in Waikiki$99.00 5.0Waikiki Snorkel Tour2 hours (approx.)$50.00 5.0Waikiki Snorkeling. Free Pictures and Video! Shallow. Many Fish!1 hour (approx.)$38.00 4.5Full Day Oahu Guided Circle Island Tour Inc Snorkel and Turtles9 hours (approx.)$118.79 4.9Oahu: North Shore Cageless Shark Snorkeling Tour2 hours$166 5.0Hanauma Bay Guided Snorkeling Tour With Transportation4 hours (approx.)$115.00