6 Sailing and Yacht Snorkel Trips in Oahu Worth Booking

1.Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,109 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $134Our pick

Sail from Kewalo Basin aboard the Honu Lani, then snorkel at Turtle Canyon with guides such as Chris, Natalie, Greta, or Joey. You get premium gear, flotation support, turtle sightings guaranteed by a free re-ride, and a midday deli lunch with local beer, cocktails, and wine.

“The advertisement said 3 hrs approximately but this excursion was only 2 hrs. We left later than other boats so sea life more scattered when we arrived to area where all other similar excursions anchored. Staff nice. Too much money for the experience.”

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2.Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,655 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89Top rated

Meet at the Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue for a 2.5-hour Hawea catamaran trip to Turtle Canyon. Swim with green sea turtles, reef fish, octopuses, and starfish, then sail along Waikiki. The crew, including captains Jenna and Kapono and guides Julia, Claire, Dez, and Tia, helps you stay safe and comfortable.

“Excellent staff and accommodating to our group of 8. The staff paid extra attention to my 78yo dad who got a little overwhelmed in the water and they helped him back on board safely. A memorable experience for the whole family”

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3.Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 936 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $76Best value

Sail from Kewalo Basin Harbor to Turtle Canyon aboard Moana’s catamaran for a guided 2.5-hour snorkel. The crew provides masks, fins, safety belts, and patient help for beginners and children. Look for turtles, tropical fish, starfish, octopuses, dolphins, and perhaps a monk seal, then enjoy a complimentary first drink on the ride home.

“The crew was great! They were super friendly and attentive. The snorkeling was amazing! And the sailing with a cocktail was a bonus! My whole family loved it!”

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4.Ko Olina Catamaran Sail and Snorkel with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 630 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $195

From Ko Olina Marina, you’ll spend about three hours aboard a 53-foot catamaran with crew such as Captain Todd and his team. Expect reef snorkeling, possible dolphins, whales, or turtles, lunch, three complimentary cocktails for adults, and time to enjoy the coast from the deck.

“The drinks and food were great! The playlist was on point! The staff was super friendly and fun! And it was just the right amount of time to be out there. We had a wonderful time and would recommend it to anyone!”

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5.West Oahu Dolphin Watch and Snorkel Sail with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 320 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Sail from Waianae along West Oahu with Hawaii Nautical, watching for spinner dolphins, sea turtles, and seasonal humpback whales. Guides such as Captain Jesse, Ian, Nick, and Nicole lead a short snorkeling session over reef and fish habitat. You get equipment, food, drinks, shaded seating, and hotel pickup options.

“No breakfast, but fun trip just got sea sick. In the description it said there would be breakfast with fruit and a biscuit but there was none, couldn’t wear shoes so deck was hot, fun trip though”

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6.Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 103 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $99

From Kewalo Harbor, you sail aboard the 65-foot Honu Lani to Waikiki reef areas known for Hawaiian green sea turtles. The crew provides sanitized gear, water support, snacks, and drinks including beer, wine, cocktails, juice, and soda. Guides such as Clay, Julia, and Kiara have helped nervous beginners and young children feel at ease.

“EXCELLENT! -Cat motored out a little after 0800 for about 20 minutes to Turtle Canyon: about a mile off Waikiki Beach. -The provided snorkel, mask and fins fit perfect. Mask did NOT fog up. A yellow emergency blow-up vest had to be worn as well. - Put on our gear and plopped in, but had to wait for everyone before venturing out. -As promised, Turtles, Had a hard time not touching them when they turn towards us. Water/view was not as clear os the brochure, but clear enough. Reef appeared dead (colorless), but we were there for the turtles which were plentiful. -Had more than enough time to snorkel. -back…”

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