4 Wildlife Trips on Oahu to Build a Day Around

1.Deluxe Snorkel and Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 352 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89Our pick

Cruise from Kewalo Basin to a reef off Waikiki, where you can snorkel with provided gear, ride a 20-foot slide, bounce on a water trampoline, and watch for turtles, dolphins, and winter whales. The crew, including guides such as Andres, Missy, Hailey, and Jason, keeps the outing safe and lively.

“The experience itself was really good, all of the crew members were really nice really on point with everything, the snorkelling was amazing, so were the slide and the trampoline my kids loved it, even my older one, the snacks and drinks were all good as well drinks were cold the whole time, it was a great time.”

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2.Private Snorkeling and Wildlife on The Adventure Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Set out from Ala Wai Yacht Harbor with a private crew for a fast, flexible two-hour trip along Oahu’s south shore. Captain Chris and crew members such as Ryan help families, beginners, and confident swimmers find snorkeling spots, watch for turtles and dolphins, and enjoy views of Waikiki and Diamond Head.

“We had a great time snorkeling and seeing many dolphins! The guys were excellent! Would highly recommend!”

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3.Deluxe Waikiki Snorkel and Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 54 reviews · 2h 30m · from $89

Living Ocean Tours takes you from Kewalo Basin to Waikiki for a 150-minute wildlife and snorkeling outing. An English-speaking instructor helps you spot fish and turtles, while a 20-foot slide, water trampoline, reef stop, and free drinks keep the trip active.

“sortie très agréable. équipe au top un peu court à mon goût ... quelques jolis poissons (appatés)...tortues pratiquement invisibles ...fonds marins pas extraordinaires ( lagon de Nouvelle Calédonie est extraordinaire par rapport)”

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4.Venture Wildlife Snorkel Charter from Ko Olina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Join Captain Mark and First Mate Marco for a private two-hour cruise from Ko Olina Marina aboard the 32-foot VENTURE. Watch for humpback whales, listen through a hydrophone, enjoy Hawaiian drinks and snacks, and take in the leeward coast with up to six people in your group.

“Captain Mark & First Mate Marco gave us an experience of a lifetime. Our party had overlapped activities, and they thankfully accommodated us to fit this experience into our schedule. It's always been my dream to rent a boat to go swimming, and they made it come true. Not to mention, their patience with our children was incredible. My nephew wanted to fish and we almost caught a huge fish. If not for the fact that we had reservations for another experience, we would've extended our time happily. If you're looking for an intimate excursion with friendly experts, look no further. Thank you, MANA, Capt. Mark and Marco for memories…”

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