Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkeling with Hula & Complimentary Soft Drinks
What your day looks like
Experience the delight of peaceful sea turtles cruising in their natural environment, the beauty of the clear blue Hawaiian sea. Board the double-decker boat and explore its wraparound seating and Titanic-style front railing. Keep your eyes on the horizon for sightings of Hawaiian spinner dolphins, or humpback whales in winter. Great for all ages and levels of swimming experience, our tour is led by a knowledgeable, water safety trained crew.
The experience, in brief
- Explore beautiful reefs teeming with fish and Hawaiian green sea turtles ("honu").
- Enjoy authentic Hawaiian cultural performances, including hula.
- Relax on the boat deck while enjoying complimentary soft drinks and snacks
- Take in the breathtaking views of Diamond Head and the Waikiki coastline.
- Keep an eye out for wild spinner dolphins and, during the winter months, whales(winter season).
The journey, in full
9:30-9:45am Arrival at Kewalo Basin Harbor - Pier D 111 -Welcome aboard our state-of-the-art new boat! -Docked in the Kewalo Boat Harbor, our ship – Ariya II – has two decks, surround-sound, a Titanic-style bow and a bathroom onboard. 9:45-9:55am Crew Introductions and Safety Briefing -Filled with the Aloha Spirit, our “locally grown” crew members are all masters of the sea! They will inform you how to stay safe on the boat and in the water 10:00am Depart from the Harbor -Following departure, we will begin our boat ride by reciting a Hawaiian chant called, “E’ho mai“. It is a prayer to the gods of the sea for a safe trip with plentiful marine life. 10:30am Snorkeling Session with Hawaiian Reef Fish and Turtles -Once we arrive to our destination, our crew will begin with a snorkel briefing on how to properly use the mask/snorkels and life-vests. -Then it’s time to jump in the water and explore! Hawaii’s clear waters and a sunny day will produce beautiful colors, bringing the reef to life. You’ll see Hawaii’s native fish and turtles! 11:15am Soak in the Scenery -After snorkeling, guests will have an opportunity to explore different parts of the boat–from the wraparound bow to the 2nd-floor deck for optimal scenic viewing. -Our crew will share information on Hawaiian marine life, such as turtles, dolphins and whales. We may even see some dolphins and whales during our journey! 11:30am Head Back to the Harbor -After a fun-filled adventure, we head back to the harbor. -Sit back, relax, and enjoy the crew’s Hula Show. At the end, please join us as we dance together to spread Aloha and give thanks. 12:00pm "A Hui Ho" Until We Meet Again! -Thank you for joining us on a fun-filled adventure on the ocean! Please don’t forget about all the sea creatures you’ve met on this adventure!
Your day, step by step
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What to know before booking
Not Included
Tips for the crew are not included in the price.
What to Bring
-Swimsuit (please arrive ready to jump in the ocean) -Beach towel -Reef safe Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat -Long-sleeve jacket or sweatshirt (winter time) -Our meals do not accommodate allergies. For your safety, please bring your own. -If you are prone to motion sickness, please take medication in advance of the tour.
Meeting & Pickup
Please meet us at Kewalo Basin Boat Harbor Pier D, Gate 111. 1125 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
What travelers are saying
My clients would give this a 10 star. They said the tour operator was absolutely incredible. They saw hundreds of turtles and truly had the best bucketlist experience!
This was a highlight of our trip! The crew was amazing and we saw tons of turtles!!
Loved snorkeling with the turtles! The crew was so entertaining and knowledgeable! Would recommend them to anyone. we saw allot of turtles and even a puffer fish! one of the highlights of our trip to Oahu.
The crew made it fun, my son didn’t want to swim, but saw turtles and enjoyed the boat ride my other two kids had a blast!
Great staff, very helpful with our young kids. We felt safe and had a great time!