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Snorkeling with Turtles in the USA: Our 15 Top Picks

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Warm, clear and worth the boat ride. These 15 snorkeling with turtles in the USA are priced and timed so you can decide in a couple of minutes and get back to planning the rest of the week.

Oahu's Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More - Diamond Head Lookout and the eastern coast
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Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

1.Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,461 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $108Our pick

This 10 to 12-hour Oahu circle island tour links Waikiki pickup with Diamond Head Lookout, coastal viewpoints, North Shore beaches, macadamia nuts, Haleiwa, turtle snorkeling, and Dole Plantation. Guides such as Kap, Dirk, and Rob lead the day. Expect a fast pace, a group of up to 40, and possible changes for weather, traffic, or vehicle problems.

“great guide, Very knowledgeable and helpful , only problem was with the snorkeling area, rocky and many sea urchins”

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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups - Diamond Head and Halona Blowhole set the tone
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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

2.Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,214 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $149Top rated

Spend about eight hours circling Oahu by air-conditioned minibus, with stops at Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, Kualoa Point, Sunset Beach, Dole Plantation, and a North Shore turtle beach. A local guide such as Nevin, Raul, Justin, or Mike leads the day. Snorkel gear and Waikiki pickup are included; food costs extra.

“Our guide was awesome and he did an excellent job! We really enjoyed this tour and highly recommend it!! Our guide was a local with a lot of knowledge and was very well organized! Do this early in your trip to learn all about what you can do in honalulu!”

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Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion - The ride toward Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head
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Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion

3.Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,656 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

From Living Ocean Tours near Ala Moana, you’ll boat to Waikiki’s Turtle Canyon for a guided snorkel with green sea turtles and reef fish. Guides such as Chance and Aaron help first-timers feel secure, while the crew provides gear, snacks, and refreshments. Dolphins, flying fish, and winter whales may appear above the water.

“Definitely you can see the turtles and so many different species of fish and the the Captain and his assistants is so really nice and friendly and all the equipment is very clean and in good condition”

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Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki, Oahu - From Ala Moana Harbor to Diamond Head views
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Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki, Oahu

4.Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki, Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,197 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $85

Take a two-hour boat trip from Ala Moana Harbor to Turtle Canyon with a small group of up to 20 people. Crew members such as Captain Chris, Lily, Sophia, Zoey, Angelina, and Lillian have helped beginners get comfortable in the water, find turtles, and enjoy the reef. Gear, flotation devices, snacks, juice, and water are included.

“Amazing ride with a great crew! In addition to seeing turtles & fish on our way back we saw whales!!”

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Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town - What the morning looks like from Maalaea Harbor
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Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

5.Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,221 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159

Meet the Malolo crew at Maalaea Harbor for an early catamaran ride to Molokini Crater. You’ll get breakfast, snorkel gear, safety help, lunch, and a second stop at Turtle Town or Coral Gardens, chosen by the captain. Expect about 5.5 hours, two restrooms, easy water access, and a maximum listed capacity of 66 people.

“Bring a sweater or something warm to put on after the snorkeling and definitely brig some bucks to tip these guys they do a great job to make your experience memorable”

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Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed - Waikiki and Diamond Head from the water
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Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

6.Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

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

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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Maui: Turtle Town Snorkel with Photo and Video - The first minutes at Makena Landing
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Maui: Turtle Town Snorkel with Photo and Video

7.Turtle Town Snorkel with Photo and Video

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,916 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $129

Meet guides such as Joe, Robbie, or Alex at Makena Landing for a small-group swim to Turtle Town. You’ll receive snorkel gear, instruction, a life jacket, guided viewing, photos, and raw video clips. The swim can reach well offshore, so this suits confident beginners and capable swimmers age 7 and up.

“This is amazing and so cool to swim with turtles. We swam with JOE. He is awesome. My husband panicked in the water and Joe went and helped him out. He took time to make sure he was ok to continue. Joe was patient and so kind! Love you Joe!! Thank you!”

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Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran - What you see at Turtle Canyon
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Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran

8.Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on Hawea Catamaran

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

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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Maui Snorkel Adventure: Molokini Crater and Turtle Cove - Makena Beach and the route toward Molokini
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Maui Snorkel Adventure: Molokini Crater and Turtle Cove

9.Maui Snorkel Adventure: Molokini Crater and Turtle Cove

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,433 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $198

Join Maui Reef Adventures at 8 a.m. for a four-hour ride on the Reef Explorer, a fast custom raft limited to 35 people. Snorkel Molokini Crater, search for Hawaiian green sea turtles at a quieter cove, and watch for whales, dolphins, and flying fish. Guides such as Esteban, Jade, Cat, Brad, and Ryan are praised for helping beginners and adapting to sea conditions.

“Weather was getting poor so captain took us to see the whales. It was a great trip. Recommend, Recommend!!”

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Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed - The crew makes the difference
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Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

10.Oahu Catamaran Snorkel Tour: See Turtles 100% Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,420 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49Best value

Board Oahu Catamarans at Ala Moana Harbor for a two-hour Turtle Canyon snorkel trip. Crew members such as Krash, Lucy, Shannon, and Holly guide you in the water, while Sushi the dog may join the crew. Gear, drinks, and snacks are included, and turtle sightings are guaranteed.

“A lot of fun! The crew was very friendly and knowledgeable. We saw multiple turtles at our dive spot and many fish. I would recommend this snorkeling tour. The tour isn’t as pricey as the other ones, but we got what we came wanted from this snorkeling tour. Don't touch the sea turtles.”

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Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel - What the Turtle Canyon stop is really like
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Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel

11.Turtle Canyon Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,294 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $68

Join Pink Sails Waikiki for a two-hour catamaran trip to Turtle Canyon, about 10 to 15 minutes from shore. Captain Jamie, Captain Mo, and crew members such as Alex, John, and Tyler have helped swimmers spot turtles, fish, dolphins, and even whales. Basic swimming ability is required.

“Captain Mo, Peter, & Alex were a fantastic crew! I felt comfortable and safe getting into the water and saw lots of fish & turtles. Peter even dove deep in the water with my underwater protected phone and took amazing footage of Turtles I can keep forever. Unfortunately I did feel sea sick after accidentally swallowing salt water during snorkeliny. The crew was still attentative to me and even offerered ginger ale to calm my stomach. S/O pink sails team, thank you and I highly recommend this excursion !!!”

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Maui: Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui - A strong choice for first-time snorkelers
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Maui: Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui

12.Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,124 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $203

Set out from Maalaea Harbor at 7:30 a.m. aboard Pride of Maui, a spacious power catamaran limited to 90 passengers. Snorkel Molokini Crater and Turtle Town, watch for whales in season, enjoy breakfast and a hot onboard lunch, then relax with included drinks. SNUBA costs extra, and full-face masks are not allowed.

“The crew on Pride of Maui was great! They ensured safety at each point, was very clear and thorough on directions, and very efficient. We went to molokini crater and turtle town. The captain was great and saw wind picking up so got us to turtle town before then and gave us a heads up that if the wind was picking up he’d call us in. Food was decent but the main focus was the whales, dolphins, turtles, and fish we saw!”

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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed - Why Turtle Canyon attracts so many turtles
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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed

13.Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,001 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.) · from $81

Join Island Splash Tours for a 1-hour-40-minute boat trip from Waikiki to Turtle Canyon, where guides such as Emma, Ella, Elle, and Maddy help you spot Hawaiian green sea turtles and reef life. You get snorkel gear, flotation vests, drinks, scenic Diamond Head views, and about 45 to 50 minutes in the water. The boat holds no more than 28 people.

“Fabulous boat and crew. Saw heaps of turtles and fish. Awesome views of Waikiki beach too. We’ll he back!”

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Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure - Snorkeling with turtles, fish, and reef life
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Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

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

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

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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South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal - Molokini crater: the strongest snorkel stop
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South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

15.South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 838 reviews · 5h 30m · from $159

Spend about five and a half hours aboard a Malolo catamaran, snorkeling at Molokini and Maluaka Beach, known as Turtle Town. You get breakfast, lunch, drinks, gear, flotation devices, freshwater showers, and an in-water lifeguard. Crews may include Captain Steve and guides such as Sebastian, JJ, or Brandon, though staffing varies.

“A well run tour, two great snorkel spots. Got to swim with turtles. Very safe snorkel areas and well monitored. Good steady boat. A great morning.”

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