Waikiki: Small Group Turtle Canyon Snorkel Boat Tour
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Join a small group Waikiki snorkel tour with a guarantee: if you don’t see turtles, book again for free. With only 6 passengers on our deluxe power catamaran and 18 passengers max on our brand new 54' power boat guests enjoy personalized attention, superior safety, and top-notch service. Explore Turtle Canyon, Oahu’s best spot for snorkeling with sea turtles and unique tropical fish, while relaxing on a well-equipped boat with outstanding amenities. These calm, protected waters offer ideal conditions, and the passionate guides share ocean knowledge to make every moment memorable.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Basic Swimming ability required (We provide Snorkel flotation )
- Ages: 7-70 years old
- Snorkeling is a physically strenuous activity, you should be in good health to participate
Reviews(437)
We had an amazing experience on the turtle tour. Only 6 passengers and a captain and a first mate who snorkeled with us and showed us everything. Brooklyn and Sam were awesome! Saw tons of fish, turtles and dolphins!
We had an amazing time on this snorkeling tour! It was a short ride from where we stayed in Waikiki and our tour guides were all incredible. They were not only very knowledgeable but very caring, easy to talk to, making sure everyone was safe and comfortable. I got motion sickness and they were prepared with everything I needed to feel better. They also made sure to point out other types of wildlife as well. Snorkeling with the turtles (at a safe distance of course) is an experience I’ll never forget, one of my favorite experiences in Oahu!
My daughter (20 yrs) and I took this snorkel tour and it was the highlight of our entire trip. It was her first time snorkeling and the crew was absolutely fantastic with her. We booked the 18 people max excursion on the Big Kahuna, but there were maybe 8-10 of us on the tour with 4 crew members. The high crew to guest ratio makes a BIG difference. They were all very personable and supportive, two got in the water with everyone. We all got float belts and their snorkel gear was great quality. One crew member was on a surf board in the water and another was swimming with everyone and telling us what we were seeing. She even brought up a small sea urchin for us to hold at one point. When my daughter got a little overwhelmed from breathing through the snorkel, she clung to the surf board next to one of the guides. He was very friendly and made small talk with her to settle her nerves. We saw LOTS of turtles and lots of fish. The water was very clear, so we were able to see turtles at the canyon floor and also were nearby when several of them surfaced for air. It was fantastic! I'd go again if I went back to Hawaii tomorrow - highly recommend this tour company!
We had the best time. Sam and Ella were friendly, knowledgeable and fun. They worked hard to make sure we had a great day and we did.
The aloha spite is definitely on display if we book with Hawaiian Charter. They were attentive and genuinely friendly. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family. Shout out to our Crew, Nick, Carlos and the lovely Eric. Thank you. Mahalo!
It was an awesome experience provided by Ella and Sam. Having a smaller group allowed us to move around more and see so much. Thank you.
We went out Friday, June 26, 2026. The forecast was expected to be windy today and I was worried about getting sea sick. Sam was our captain and Brooklyn was our crew member who got into the ocean with us. It was my husband, myself and our two daughters and they each brought a friend. We saw so many turtles! I think over a dozen but we may have seen the same ones a couple times. Sam was incredible! Best sea captain. He answered all our questions, we always felt very safe and he was extremely personable. So many boats were getting air at the end but Sam knew I wasn’t feeling well and he kept the boat so smooth in choppy waters- very professional. We’ve been to Hawaii 2+ dozen times and it was so fun to try something different on this island. The teens/young adults all had an amazing time. 10/10- highly recommend this company and crew.
Adriana and Haley were amazing! Haley knew all the best places to go, which made the experience even more enjoyable. One member of our group decided to head back to the boat, and Adriana stayed with them so the rest of us could continue snorkeling without worrying. They were both incredibly kind and understanding, and we really appreciated everything they did to make sure everyone had a great time. We felt incredibly safe the entire time. I would highly recommend Adriana and Haley to anyone looking for an unforgettable snorkeling experience. We would absolutely do this again!
Nice crew and appreciate small group size.
The experience was amazing. We had Nick as our guide and Andrea as our captain. They were both so lovely and kind. Due to the group being so small we got a personal experience with Nick who was so knowledgeable. This experience is definitely worth every penny. The entire atmosphere was very laidback and calm, compared to the chaos of the other tour groups we seen while snorkelling. Will definitely be booking with these guys again next time we are in Hawaii. Thank you
