Dolphin watching and snorkelling boat tour, O'ahu

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Swim with dolphins and turtles and revel in the pure blue waters off Oahu’s west coast during this snorkelling catamaran cruise departing from Waianae!

Cruise along the tranquil Waianae coast of Oahu in search of dolphins during this dolphin watching and snorkelling boat cruise departing from Waianae!

The western coast of Oahu, also known as the leeward side, is the sunniest and warmest part of the island! Much more rural and untravelled compared to the rest of the island, sailing along the Waianae coastline in search of dolphins will give you the chance to discover a different side of Oahu while drinking in unspoiled views of lush mountains and white sand beaches!

After getting picked up from your hotel in Waikiki, you will be driven to Waianae Small Boat Harbour on Oahu’s west coast to board the Poseidon. The newly built catamaran, Poseidon, has everything you need to enjoy your time out on the water! Equipped with a 20ft built in water slide, 2 bathrooms, a hot shower, plenty of shade, and a selection of water activity accessories, you will be able to relax in comfort and have unlimited fun in the ocean as you watch for dolphins and snorkel off the coast of Oahu!

After meeting the crew and receiving a safety and activity briefing, once you are out on the water, the adventure starts with dolphin spotting or even whale watching during if it is the season! The most common type of dolphin that inhabit waters around Oahu is the Hawaiian spinner dolphins, and you will be able to watch as they swim and play alongside the boat! After the dolphin watching, the catamaran will head to another spot for some snorkelling.

During the snorkelling portion of the Oahu boat tour, you will be accompanied by a guide who will point out Hawaii’s diverse array of fish and turtles to you as you explore the reef. While you are in the water, you will also be able to enjoy other ocean activities such as a custom built-in slide, paddle boards, kayak, and a floating mat! After a couple hours of snorkelling and swimming, as the boat returns to shore, you will get to indulge in a complimentary lunch to end your snorkelling excursion from Waianae.

Book your dolphin watching and snorkelling catamaran cruise from Waianae now to experience Oahu from a completely different perspective!

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Practical information

3 hour catamaran cruise including time to swim with dolphins and turtles, snorkel, and enjoy a complimentary lunch

Course of events

-Pick up at Waikiki/Ko'olina hotel or meet directly at Waianae Small Boat Harbour

-Drive to Waianae from Waikiki (50 mns)

-Check in at harbour and meet guides

-Safety and activity briefing

-Depart from Harbour

-Dolphin watching

-Sail to snorkelling location

-Guided snorkelling and turtle spotting

-Lunch

-Sail back to harbour

-End of activity

-Drive back to Waikiki (50 mns)

-Hotel drop-off

Activity requirements

Participants who intend to get in the water must know how to swim.

If you are meeting the tour directly at Waianae Small Boat Harbour, check-in is required 30 minutes prior to departure time.

Special terms

In the case that there are no dolphins, you will have the option of being put on the next available tour for a 50% tour fee from the regular price.


Meeting point:
Waianae Small Boat Harbor 85-491 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792 OR Waikiki/Ko'olina pick-up location as specified at checkout
Spoken languages:English, Japanese
Included
  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • Transportation
  • Guide
  • Snorkel mask and tube
  • Perscription goggles
  • Fins
  • Lunch (turkey or vegetarian wrap)
  • Drinks
  • Restrooms
  • Hot shower
  • Kayaks
  • Paddleboards
  • Free parking
  • Tax
Excluded
  • Wetsuit rental ($10 adults, $5 kids)
  • Towels for purchase
  • Professional photo package ($65)
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses

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