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Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling on Oahu
4.8(169)Oahu3 hours
VIATOR4.6(14)TRIPADVISOR4.9(155)
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At a glance
Duration
3 hours
Price from
$179 / person
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 169 reviews
Languages
JA, EN
Group
Small group, up to 75
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
The Waianae Small Boat Harbor is located on the west coast of Oahu (1 hour from Waikiki). If you are driving, please arrive 30 minutes before the tour time and check-in at the brown double-story building that faces the harbor. The crew will check you in and give you an overview of the day!
Our double-decker boat, Poseidon, offers multiple viewing angles for spotting dolphins during your Oahu dolphin watching cruise! Once we reach the snorkeling location, enjoy our built-in 21-ft water slide, floating mat, stand-up paddleboards, and all the snorkeling gear you need. Not only will you snorkel with wild and exotic sea animals like Hawaiian sea turtles and tropical fish, but you’ll do it in true Oahu adventure style!
Tour Options
Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling on Oahu
Pickup included
Highlights
Bottled water
Green tea & Hot cocoa
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Air-conditioned vehicle
Chips
Your lunch will be a turkey sandwich unless you specify a different option by 8:00 PM HST the evening before your tour. To request a vegetarian lunch, please call our office at (808) 636-8440
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Green tea & Hot cocoa
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Air-conditioned vehicle
Chips
Your lunch will be a turkey sandwich unless you specify a different option by 8:00 PM HST the evening before your tour. To request a vegetarian lunch, please call our office at (808) 636-8440
Not included
Gratuities
Optional Photo Package
Optional Wetsuit rental
Pickup Locations & Times
We do offer complimentary pick-up from select hotels in Waikiki and Koolina. Please verify the pick-up location using the confirmation link after booking or contact us. Please note pick-up time starts 2 hours before tour time.
7:30 AM TOUR: Pick-up starts at 5:30 AM
11:30 AM TOUR: Pick-up starts at 9:30 AM
We also pick up from the T-Galleria by DFS in Waikiki
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wild animal sightings are natural and cannot be 100% guaranteed
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling on Oahu take?
Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling on Oahu lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling on Oahu cost?
Prices start at $179 per person for this Oahu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling on Oahu for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We do offer complimentary pick-up from select hotels in Waikiki and Koolina. Please verify the pick-up location using the confirmation link after booking or contact us. Please note pick-up time starts 2 hours before tour time.
7:30 AM TOUR: Pick-up starts at 5:30 AM
11:30 AM TOUR: Pick-up starts at 9:30 AM
We also pick up from the T-Galleria by DFS in Waikiki Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyL3xaW+2KfNZRGcxq6l07JQ=.
What languages is Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling on Oahu offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 75 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(169)
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Resort09694641252
August 30, 2026
Family-friendly tour
It was a very fun tour because I saw many dolphins!
The crew members were bright and lively, and the captain was very friendly.
To see as many dolphins as possible, they searched for the best spots and moved around many times, and they even had two opportunities to see dolphins in the sea.
Minako, the Japanese guide, was very considerate and frequently checked in with my 8-year-old son, which made me feel at ease participating. We saw sea turtles while snorkeling in the shallow waters, and the boat even had a slide from the second deck, so my son had a lot of fun.
The boat was new and clean, and it was a tour I felt good about participating in with my family!
Operator response
アロハ! イルカ大学にご家族で参加していただき、ありがとうございました。オアフ西部の美しい自然を舞台にしたイルカやウミガメとの出会い、そしてポセイドン号名物の滑り台の体験がご家族の忘れられない思い出になったら幸いです。日本語ガイドのミナコに関するコメントにも感謝いたします。ぜひまた、ハワイにいらっしゃる際には遊びに来てくださいね。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
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Voyager68301725397
August 25, 2026
Dolphin University is the best!
My husband and I participated with our high school daughter. I'm so glad I participated! On this day, I was able to meet three types of dolphins, and many dolphins came close to the boat. I was so healed!
The dolphin-loving commentary from the Japanese guide, Mito, was also passionate, and they provided perfect support for my daughter who couldn't swim.
The system in place to provide an environment where everyone can enjoy themselves while ensuring the safety of the participants was wonderful.
To have a comfortable time, I recommend taking motion sickness medicine before participating and renting a wetsuit even in the summer.
I definitely want to participate again.
Operator response
アロハ! イルカ大学にご家族で参加していただき、ありがとうございました。3種類のイルカに出会えたとは本当にラッキーでしたね!! 日本語ガイドのmitoに関するコメントにも感謝いたします。ツアーを安心して楽しんでいただけたとのこと、とても嬉しく思います。また、船酔い対策や防寒対策に関するコメントもありがたく思います。ぜひまた、ハワイにいらっしゃる際には遊びに来てくださいね。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
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ゆき藤
August 10, 2026
I was impressed by so many dolphins!
I was impressed to meet more dolphins than I ever imagined in the beautiful scenery!
The Japanese staff Kay was very kind to me and I was able to participate with peace of mind. Thank you very much.
We are also looking forward to receiving the album shot by Katie and her friends.
Operator response
アロハ! イルカ大学に参加していただき、ありがとうございました。オアフ西部の壮大な自然を舞台にしたイルカ達との出会いは感動体験になりますよね!! 日本語ガイドのケイに関するコメントにも感謝いたします。ぜひまた、ハワイにいらっしゃる際には遊びに来てくださいね。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
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YiLun_D
July 30, 2026
Saw dolphins turtle and fish
Took the dolphin watching plus snorkeling excursion. Saw pods of pilot whales. Lots of keiki on our trip. Friendly staff. Minor thing is limited food options - vegan couldn’t eat the wrap and someone didn’t like mustard so couldn’t eat the sandwich. Chips were nice.
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TArnol
July 28, 2026
Great tour for dolphin watching and to swim in the ocean. Not good for snorkeling
This is a great tour if you want to watch dolphins swimming freely in the ocean. They swim alongside the boat and make impressive passes and jumps, seemingly just for their own enjoyment. The guides were outstanding and took excellent care of the children. It was also enjoyable to swim in the ocean, and the kids had a great time on the slides.
If your main interest is snorkeling, however, this is not the tour to choose. We barely saw any fish, although we were able to hold a starfish. We didn't see any colorful fish—or, in fact, any fish at all.
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oliviahV9465QK
June 27, 2026
SO AMAZING SUPER FUN 10/10
SO AMAZING crew member Olivia and the captain and rest of the crew were so kind and helpful through the tour. They gave us information about the isalnd and the dolphins. Recommend this tour 10/10 and the Poseidon boat if you can get it it’s super big and serve lunch and great staff!!
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Safari37930191460
June 7, 2026
Must Do!
There is a shuttle that will pick you up and drop you off, which was very convenient). Our crew (Peter, Koa, Paul, and Keona) were outstanding! They were so friendly, fun, helpful, accommodating, informative, and personable. The crew always ensured everyone’s safety and explained things very well. We saw so much wildlife and even got to hold a starfish! We also had a yummy lunch with some good tunes and nice conversations. This experience was accommodating of all skill and comfort levels. This was our favorite experience by far and look forward to going back again!
Operator response
Aloha, thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy you enjoyed the wildlife, lunch, and time with our crew, and that you had such a great overall experience. Mahalo for joining us, we look forward to seeing you again!
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Hussain A
June 5, 2026
Core Memory Unlocked
The trip was so much fun, everything was well organized, and the entire team was incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming.
Huge shout-out to Peter, Bryan, Keona, Ryan, Ken, Madi, Olivia, and Tim for making the day extra special.🌺
Operator response
Aloha, thank you for your wonderful review of our Dolphin Watch tour in Oahu! We're so happy to hear you had so much fun and that our crew helped make your day extra special. Mahalo for joining us!
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Inspire12574246177
May 22, 2026
Iruko Dolphin/Snorkeling
This was an excellent excursion for our family adventure of 7. Our captain Seth and his crew of Wylie, Ryan, Travis, Tim and photographer Yuya were outstanding and very informative.
Operator response
Aloha! thank you for joining our dolphin watch tour and for highlighting our awesome crew! Please come again soon :) Mahalo
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susannebI5887JT
May 1, 2026
Absolutely super amazing day
It was an amazing experience it was like a dream come true what a boat trip super nice crew wonderful water to snorkel in had a wonderful day got to see both turtles and dolphins couldn't get any better
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