Swim with Turtles in Waikiki

Honolulu, Hawaii

Swim with Turtles in Waikiki

Honolulu, Hawaii

Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes

Overview

Experience the enchantment of snorkeling with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles in Waikiki on this 2.5-hour tour. Explore vibrant coral reefs, enjoy a scenic cruise, and learn about sea turtles from expert guides, with all snorkel gear and life jackets included.

🐢 Snorkel with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles

🏝️ Explore colorful coral reefs and tropical fish

⛴️ Enjoy a scenic cruise along Waikiki's coastline

🤿 All snorkel gear and life jackets included

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 10:30am and 1:30pm

Full description

Discover the magic of Waikiki's underwater world on this 2.5-hour adventure, perfect for families and ocean enthusiasts. Departing from Kewalo Basin Harbor, this tour takes you on a scenic cruise along the Waikiki coastline towards Diamond Head, offering opportunities to snorkel with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles and explore vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical fish at Turtle Canyon. Led by expert guides, you'll learn fascinating facts about sea turtles and the marine environment. All necessary snorkel gear and life jackets are provided, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Guests are welcome to bring their own food and beverages, and alcohol is permitted as long as it is not in a glass bottle.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome.
Health limitations: Not for pregnant women or those with severe medical conditions.
Physical limitations: Participants should be able to swim and be comfortable in the water.
Experience level: All levels are welcome.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: Children under 3 years old can join for free but need to be signed up at the time of reservation.
Individuals with disabilities: Accessibility for hard of hearing, but not wheelchair accessible.
Languages: English and Japanese spoken by guides.
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 2.5 hours. The tour may go slightly longer based on participant engagement.
What’s included: Snorkel gear (mask and fins) and ocean activities.
Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times; also, other guests may be joining (up to 30 people).
Spectators: No spectators are allowed; everyone must have a ticket/reservation.
Photo/ video: You may take your own photos. A professional photographer may be available for an additional fee of $70 for a photo package.
Specific rules to follow: Follow the guide’s instructions at all times. No smoking allowed.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: The tour is weather dependent. In case of bad weather, it will be rescheduled.
Arrival: Plan to arrive 30 minutes in advance.
Parking: Free public parking is available at Kewalo Basin Harbor.
What to wear: Swimsuits (please put them on under your outfits before leaving for the harbor), sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and a long sleeve jacket or sweatshirt.
What to bring:
- Beach towel (preferably a larger size)
- Sunscreen
- Motion sickness medicine (if needed)
- Water-proof case or bag for personal belongings
- Reusable water bottle
Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: No changing rooms, but there are restrooms at the harbor.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

Take a good rest and go to bed early the night before the tour to avoid seasickness.
Make sure to use the bathroom before leaving your hotel as there is no time to stop during the trip to the harbor.
Check the place and time for check-in or pickup the day before.
Inform the partner if the name used for booking the tour is different from the hotel reservation name by 5:00 PM the day before the tour.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.