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Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch
4.5(68)Oahu2h 30min
VIATOR4.4(12)TRIPADVISOR4.5(56)
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At a glance
Duration
2h 30min
Price from
$110 / person
Rating
4.5 / 5 · 68 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 45
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Check-in 15 minutes prior to sailing. 10:15am for morning snorkel or 1:10pm for the afternoon snorkel at the Port Waikiki kiosk near the beach walkway to the Hilton Hawaiian Village Pier, at the Diamond Head end of the Tropics Bar & Grill
Swim with turtles and fish, while enjoying the crystal blue topical waters.
Sail the scenic Waikiki coastline and snorkel at Turtle Canyon. Our eco-conscious cruise lets you see whales (December through March), fish, even green sea turtles at play off the Waikiki coast.
you're invited to observe, learn, and experience Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles (Honu) first hand! Guests will learn about the life cycle, behaviors, and threats to the Hawaiian Sea Turtles. (Learning preserving, respectfully observing)
Honu's live between 60 and 80 years, they are a symbol of longevity, safety, and mana (spiritual energy) in Hawaiian culture and their presence brings good luck and peace.
The Spirit of Aloha is the Hilton Hawaiian Villages Catamaran, she departs exclusively from the only pier in Waikiki.
Tour Options
Hilton Hawaiian Village Morning Hawaiian Turtle Snorkel w/lunch
No lunch - Dry snacks : Such as chips and Chex mix. Unlimited nonalcohol beverages 2 free bar drink tickets per adult; $1 beer/$2 wine/mixers extra
Highlights
In-water help by Lifeguard-certified crew
Two free bar drink tickets per adult; $1 beer/$2 wine/mixers for extra.
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Lunch (If morning option is selected)
Free 4-hour Self-Parking (a $35 value) available. Please bring your parking ticket to check- in.
What's included
Included
In-water help by Lifeguard-certified crew
Two free bar drink tickets per adult; $1 beer/$2 wine/mixers for extra.
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Lunch (If morning option is selected)
Free 4-hour Self-Parking (a $35 value) available. Please bring your parking ticket to check- in.
Not included
Gratuities
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Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch take?
Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch lasts about 2h 30min.
How much does Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch cost?
Prices start at $110 per person for this Oahu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Check-in 15 minutes prior to sailing. 10:15am for morning snorkel or 1:10pm for the afternoon snorkel at the Port Waikiki kiosk near the beach walkway to the Hilton Hawaiian Village Pier, at the Diamond Head end of the Tropics Bar & Grill
. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 45 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Hilton Hawaiian Village Turtle Snorkel with Optional Lunch worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 68 verified reviews; it is run by Hawaii Nautical. Most-mentioned highlights: In-water help by Lifeguard-certified crew; Two free bar drink tickets per adult; $1 beer/$2 wine/mixers for extra.; Use of Snorkelling equipment.
Reviews(68)
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Cristina_S
September 11, 2026
The Best!
Fantastic crew and captain (captain nick, crewmates nick, and mike?). They quite literally sprang into action when a passenger got injured in the water by a jelly fish. I have never felt more safe, secure, and well taken care of during this excursion. I’d would use this company with this crew anytime time I’m back again on the island. Great experience and fun!
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James_R
September 8, 2026
The Best Time!
We had an AMAZING time! The crew were awesome and accommodating. But, snorkeling with the turtles,and all the different types of fish around us, was unbelievable!! We had an added surprise on our way back in when dolphins started swimming with the catamaran next to us, and then in front of ours! It was the highlight of our week on Oahu! HIGHLY recommend!!
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landofthefreem
September 2, 2026
Terrific
Very professional, knowledgeable, and pleasant. Great value.
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V7656PYdanielm
August 26, 2026
Saftey concerns/ better options elsewhere
Convenient location, but serious safety concerns.
We chose this company because we were staying at the Hilton and the on-site departure was very convenient. Unfortunately, I did not feel safety was a priority once we were in the water.
There was roughly one guide for every 10 snorkelers, no guide or rescue board watching from behind, and everyone was basically left to keep up on their own.
The biggest concern came when my wife developed severe leg cramps in the water. I had to help swim her back to the boat myself, and when we got there, our guide was already on the boat taking a shower. In my experience with other snorkeling companies, guides stay with the group until everyone is safely back aboard.
If you have children, inexperienced swimmers, or novice snorkelers, I would choose another excursion. There are plenty of other turtle snorkeling options in Waikiki that provide much closer supervision.
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zombies2026
August 12, 2026
We saw lots of turtles!!
This was a great experience. We saw many turtles and too many beautiful fish to count. The crew was great. The only criticism I have is that the lunch could have been a little more substantial given the price of the experience.
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N4084NAdeans
July 14, 2026
Awesome Experience - Highly Recommended
First-class operation all the way. Corin, our captain, was awesome, as were the other two crew members. It's obvious they were concerned about our safety above all else, which we appreciated. Highly-recommended.
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vians2026
July 14, 2026
Worst experience ever and unsafe vests
We got tricked into getting a discount compared with other similar snorkle with tourtles trips, life jackets were cheap and uncomfortable, we couldn't get of the safety pad and the instructor was more intrested in retrieving a falling snorkle in the water than helping myself and my kids to feel comfortable and get off of the safety pad, she just left us immediately and did not even care if we are struggling or not, and I saw other trips had the proper hard back and front life jackets but this trip had cheap blow up vest, my teen kids were not able to balance in the waves because the vest kept flipping them side to side. I do not recommend this company pay a bit extra and do it right, we waisted close to 600$ on this trip which we greatly regret. I wish if we paid the extra coupl of hundred and enjoyed or at least seen a tourtle for real.
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JB_from_SAT
July 6, 2026
Highly Recommend if you like snorkeling with Sea Turtles!
Loved it! The crew was awesome, and the boat ride and snorkeling were first-class. We had a blast swimming with the Sea Turtles!
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Mommitry
June 29, 2026
Terrible experience
This excursion is way over priced! This should be advertised as a beginner snorkel trip The all women crew treated us like we were children . After a very long talk once we got in the water they wanted us to stay on a big mat and hear them talk again and all stay in a group to snorkel . Fyi They do make everyone wear a life jacket as well . The only good part about as seeing some turtles and some fish and easy to enter the catamaran from the pier by the Hilton , but it’s definitely not a good excursion for experienced snorkelers. The crew made this an absolutely terrible experience which was a trip we planned on Father’s Day for the dads with us, they didn’t even try to make it fun for us and we’re so uptight , afterwards I complained to the company and they accused us of having people in our party being under the influence of substances when none of us use drugs and only my husband and I had two drinks each . I highly recommend using another company if you want to have a good excursion! And not waste your money !
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jrsJ7685DA
May 28, 2026
Rude crew member
The two guys (the Capt and Jaxson) were great. The young lady was rude. I was told to get in the water so I did. I started to swim towards the area. She called me back and treated me as if I was not able to handle myself. She treated me like I was not capable to perform. She assumed because of my age and body type that I would need help. I'm almost 74 and 5 foot 10 inches tall weigh in at 235. She assumed I was to old and to fat to do the event. I cycle around 150 miles a week. I'm PADI cert. and I do some hiking with my 20 year old Granddaughter. I played football for many years and can take care of myself. She was just rude. I usually tip 50.00 per crew member but I only tip 100.00. I'm sorry that the rest of the crew had to split it with her.
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