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Waianae, United States
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From $189.00
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance.
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- 3 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
View dolphins in their natural habitat and swim within safe viewing distance to turtles and green sea turtles on this popular Oahu snorkel cruise from Honolulu. Sail into waters home to spinner dolphins, and then glide alongside colorful fish. Snorkel gear, kayaks, and paddle boards are available onboard to help you get the most of this outing. Hotel transport included.
- Oahu morning snorkel cruise with transport from Waikiki hotels
- Observe dolphins and sea turtles in their natural habitat
- Snorkel gear, kayaks, and paddle boards available for use
- Enjoy a complementary Lunch
What's Included
- Transportation: Between hotels and the harbor. Guests are welcome to drive themselves if they prefer
- Gear: Snorkel, mask, fins and safety jacket
- Water activities: water slide, stand-up paddle boards, kayak
- Optional: Wet suit rental + $10.00 per person
- USB with professional photos of the tour + $79.00 per group
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Meeting point
- Waiʻanae Small Boat Harbor85-491 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792, USA
The address for the Waianae Boat Harbor is: 85-491 Farrington Hwy Waianae, HI 96792 The boat harbor is about an hour drive from Waikiki without traffic. To be safe, we recommend that guests plan to arrive early if they chose to drive themselves.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Pickup details
We also offer pick-up from Duty Free Shopping Center (DFS) at T. Galleria.
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Dolphins are often spotted, but there is no 100% guarantee of dolphin encounter.
- Children (2-11 years old)must be accompanied by an adult
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Children under 2 are not permitted on this tour
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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Q:Where does the Snorkel with Dolphins and Turtles in the Wild and experience Hawaiian culture Tour depart from?
A:The tour offers hotel pickup from Waikiki and Ko Olina hotels but departs from 85-491 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792.
Apr 2021
Q:What time can I expect to be picked up for the Snorkel with Dolphins and Turtles in the Wild Tour?
A:The tour operator will reach out to you with the exact pickup location and time, but generally, pickup times are between 5 and 6:45 am.
Apr 2021
Q:What should I bring with me on the Snorkel with Dolphins and Turtles in the Wild and experience Hawaiian culture Tour?
A:It is recommended to bring bottled water, snacks, a towel, sunscreen, a light jacket, a rashguard (optional,) and seasickness medication (if required.)
Apr 2021
Q:What should I wear on the Snorkel with Dolphins and Turtles in the Wild and experience Hawaiian culture Tour?
A:Wear your bathing suit under your clothes. Flip-flops or water shoes are perfect. Remember to bring a towel.
Apr 2021
Q:How long do we spend on the boat during the Snorkel with Dolphins & Turtles in the Wild and experience Hawaiian culture Tour?
A:The tour is usually around 5 hours, including transportation, with about 3.5 hours spent on the boat.
Apr 2021
Q:Can I participate in the Snorkel with Dolphins and Turtles in the Wild Tour if I am not a strong swimmer?
A:The guides are great with guests of all abilities, and every guest is outfitted with a life vest to stay afloat. But we recommend some prior swimming and/or snorkeling for the best experience.
Apr 2021
Q:Can I bring an infant with me on the Snorkel with Dolphins and Turtles in the Wild and experience Hawaiian culture Tour?
A:In the interest of safety, guests who are 2 years old and under can not be accommodated at this time.
Apr 2021
Q:Are we guaranteed to see dolphins during the Snorkel with Dolphins & Turtles in the Wild & experience Hawaiian culture Tour?
A:Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins are wild marine animals, so there is no guarantee that you will encounter them. However, the vast majority of tours (more than 90 percent) do see and swim with dolphins.
Apr 2021
Q:Can I touch the wild animals during the Snorkel with Dolphins and Turtles in the Wild and experience Hawaiian culture Tour?
A:No. Touching marine life and coral is illegal by Hawaii state law. Contact with human skin can make dolphins and sea turtles more susceptible to disease and cause them stress. Simply being in their presence is incredible.
Apr 2021
Q:Will I need a wetsuit to swim during the Snorkel with Dolphins and Turtles in the Wild and experience Hawaiian culture Tour?
A:Hawaiian waters range from about 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in the wintertime to 82 degrees F (28 degrees C) in the summertime. You still may feel cold in the shade or rain in just a swimsuit. You may rent a wetsuit for $10 per person.
Apr 2021
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Featured review
Stacy_P
The whole experience was great! Out driver and tour guide where great and very patient. Everyone was great as soon as you arrive at the dock very friendly and attentive! Definitely recommend EVERYONE to get on that slide !!!
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Okan_M, Jun 2023
For the price we paid it’s not worth can’t swim with the dolphins didn’t see any turtles food was disgusting worst then plain food I will not recommend you at all. I can do this tour in other countries with 5star service much better then what you guys gave us.falls advertising pictures to what we done not even close to it.just look at your records if any one does this tour again or any other your tour .
We had a very nice time...
Denise_D, Jun 2023
We had a very nice time watching the dolphins, turtles and sealife. We had fun going down the slide, using the paddle board and snorkeling . The crew was so nice! Ryan Jeremy Corrine especially. Danny even let me drive the boat;) thanks
They were all nice I just can't remember all their names...sorry.
Mom and son vacation
Irma_G, Jun 2023
The water was so blue and beautiful. The mountains and dolphins were a sight to see. The crew was so full of life and laughter.
Worst Snorkeling Tour Ever
M_P, May 2023
If you are looking to snorkel this is not the snorkeling tour for you. The description of this tour is a complete LIE! It says “enjoy a snorkeling session with turtles and tropical fish”! FALSE! That did not happen! They lied and took my money! This is a long boat ride with tooo many people that happens to have the activity of getting in the water with snorkeling gear. The whole idea of snorkeling is to view marine life not to stick you head into water to watch your hands and feet! This ridiculous journey started off with a long 2 hour cold bus ride to the boat, with various pickups. Then when we got there there was a 20 or 30 min instructions like we are all 5. She spoke 90 miles an hour so it was pointless. They rode us around near the shore and we spotted some dolphins and left… There is No Dolphins and you. If you think you will swim or snorkel with Dolphins, think again, you wont. Then we continued for an hour and a half/ 2 hours just off shore looking at the water with some lame commentary and hula dance… why, idk. When we finally stopped to “snorkel” the waters were so rough!. It was the worst place to “snorkel” and they didn’t attempt to find calmer waters. What made it even more worst is that there was nothing in the water!!! We didn’t see not one turtle. If you think it couldn’t get worse it does. We only stayed in this spot for 45 MINUTES and headed back to the dock! This was a complete rip off, and I want my money and time back! And then eating on a rocky boat is another fail!
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Aloha,
We would like to thank you for choosing Dolphins and You for your tour and for taking the time to provide us with your feedback, and sincerely apologize for any discomfort or negative experience you had on our tour. We would like to address a matter that has caused some confusion regarding our tour. Please understand that our tour does not involve swimming or snorkeling with dolphins, as we strictly adhere to the regulations set by the NOAA. These regulations are authorized under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, which explicitly prohibits swimming with dolphins. As a responsible tour company, we fully embrace these guidelines. We would like to emphasize that we make it a point to inform our guests about this restriction throughout the entire process, starting from the reservation stage and continuing through to the day of the tour. We sincerely apologize for any disappointment caused by the strong currents experienced on the day of your tour. While we strive to provide unforgettable encounters with wildlife, we cannot guarantee due to the unpredictable nature of Mother Nature herself. Your feedback are of utmost importance to us, and we kindly want to hear more details or conference you may have regarding your experience. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@andyoucreations.com. We genuinely value your feedback.
We loved this experience....
Sarah_D, May 2023
We loved this experience. The crew was great and made the adventure very fun for all of my family including young and old alike!
Mary's Solo Snorkle
Mary_P, May 2023
Got to see a pod of dolphins from the boat and caught a glimpse of a sea turtle while snorkeling! Beautiful weather and beautiful waters. Lunch served could have been better - was a bit disappointing.
Worth It
Sandeep_K, May 2023
The crew there was amazing and made the whole experience worth it. Brandon especially made me and my brother feel welcome and made sure we were having fun. He also helped us with anything we need if that was giving us drinks or taking photos for us.
Worth it!
Tessa_M, May 2023
We had an amazing time! The crew was so much fun and we saw several turtles. Even my grandma made it down the water slide. 10/10 would recommend
Gorgeous day filled with dolphins, snorkeling and fun!
Luke_C, May 2023
Cruising across the blue water was almost as magical as seeing the dolphins swim up to the boat. Amazing views of Oahu and a beautiful day. The crew was fantastic too : Natalie, Brandon, Zoey, Meghan, Sway, Alex, Koy(?), and captain Mark! 5 stars!
Response from Host, May 2023
Aloha Luke, Thank you so much for joining our tour! We are so happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with us and hope to see you again soon. Mahalo!
Mahola #1 experience
Arnold_E, May 2023
Your company is super professional! We respect not swimming with the dolphins but got to see 4 turtles while snorkeling!! Food was probably the best tour food we’ve had yet! Slide is fast so make sure to close your mouth 🤢They sang us songs and danced so amazing!
Response from Host, May 2023
Aloha Arnold, Thank you so much for your kind words about our staff and tour! We are so happy you had a great time. Mahalo!
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