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Plunge beneath the sparkling surface of Oahu’s waters and discover a world of extraordinary marine beauty. Oahu’s snorkeling tours take you to hand-picked locations where coral reefs burst with color and hundreds of species of tropical fish dart through crystal-clear waters. As ‘The Gathering Place,’ Oahu is surrounded by some of Hawaii’s most pristine ocean ecosystems, where you’ll encounter Hawaiian green sea turtles, spinner dolphins, colorful reef fish, and much more. Whether you’re snorkeling for the first time or an experienced underwater explorer, Oahu’s guided snorkel tours ensure a safe, rewarding, and utterly magical ocean experience you’ll never forget.
The most reliable turtle trip is the Turtle Canyon snorkel off Waikiki, a three-hour boat tour to a reef where green sea turtles come to be cleaned, from $131. On the North Shore in summer, the morning catamaran sail and snorkel from Haleiwa runs four hours with no more than 16 passengers, from $139. Our Oahu snorkeling guide compares the sites.
Starting prices for the tours listed on this page range from $131 (Turtle Canyon Snorkel) to $995 (Ko Olina Wildlife Snorkel). Each listing shows what the price includes.
The tours listed on this page run from about 2 hours (Ko Olina Wildlife Snorkel) to 4 hours (Morning Catamaran Sail & Snorkel off North Shore Oahu).
A two-hour private charter for up to six from Ko Olina Marina — West Oahu's calm waters with spinner dolphins,...
A fully custom private charter with a Coast Guard-licensed captain — snorkeling at Turtle Canyon, fishing, wha...
A three-hour boat snorkel at Turtle Canyon off Waikiki — the fish cleaning stations where endangered honu gath...
Explore vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical marine life on Oahu’s top reef snorkeling tours. Guided by experts who know the best spots, you’ll discover an underwater world unlike anything you’ve ever seen.
Swim alongside Hawaii’s beloved green sea turtles (Honu) on a dedicated turtle snorkel tour. These gentle creatures are frequently encountered at several of Oahu’s best-known snorkel sites.
Reach Oahu’s most remote and pristine snorkel locations by boat. These tours access secret coves and offshore reefs that shore-based snorkelers simply can’t reach.
Never snorkeled before? No problem. Oahu’s beginner snorkel tours provide all equipment, step-by-step instruction, and guided support so you can confidently explore the underwater world at your own pace.
Oahu has several world-class snorkeling sites. Your tour guide will take you to the best locations based on conditions, which vary by season and weather.
Basic swimming ability is recommended, but most snorkel tours on Oahu provide flotation devices for non-swimmers or beginners. Always inform your guide of your comfort level.
Expect to see Hawaiian green sea turtles, spinner dolphins, parrotfish, triggerfish, moray eels, and hundreds of other tropical species. Lucky snorkelers may even spot octopus or manta rays.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, water shoes, and a waterproof camera. Most tours provide snorkel gear, but you can bring your own prescription mask if needed.
Yes! Most snorkel tours on Oahu welcome children aged 5 and up. Kids typically have a fantastic time and the experience often becomes a highlight of the family vacation.
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