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    Honolulu Snorkel

    4.8 (253 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    We had an amazing snorkeling trip aboard the Lola! Our captain, Ty, and the crew--Kalani, Mia, and Janae--were all outstanding. Everyone was incredibly friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. My son asks a million questions, and every crew member answered each one with genuine enthusiasm, which made the experience even more special for our family. We saw 5-6 sea turtles along with so many different kinds of beautiful tropical fish. It was truly a memorable experience from start to finish. We'll definitely be booking with Honolulu Snorkeling Company again on our next trip to Waikiki, and we'll be recommending them to all of our friends and family!

    Fun in the sun!
    Jill M.

    We booked the 2 hour turtle snorkeling tour and were not disappointed! This was a fantastic way to get out in the Hawaiian waters and see some really great sea life! We got on the boat behind the Prince Waikiki. It's hot and sunny in line, so pack a hat and suncreen and cover up for sure! The boat provides all you need for your snorkeling adventure, including a snorkel, mask, and fins. Once aboard, you sail about 15 minutes to their secret snorkeling spot. It wasn't super secret, as a handful of other boats were around as well. The snorkeling here was great though - lots of fish with a good variety to see. Our snorkel guide in the water led a few of us further out to a small reef where we saw 7 giant sea turtles! They were absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone who is a strong swimmer and interested in marine life. Back on board they have a variety of drinks to enjoy. Crew is also available to take your pictures as a fun souvenir for your trip.

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    Mary Lou D.

    Captain Aiden, Emilee and Tina made an already cool experience even cooler! We have so much fun.

    Samantha M.

    Avery and Jeff were awesome ! very educated on turtles and wild life . Great spot . They made us feel so comfortable and made sure we knew what to do . Saw beautiful turtles and we all had an amazing time mahalo

    Cynthia H.

    Had a great time to snorkel out by turtle canyon. Saw multiple turtles, lots more of fish and even dolphins. The crew were professional , funny and helpful. Thank you Donovan, Danny, Imran, Tyler and especially Skipper!

    Jennifer L.

    I know the website says you don't need to bring a swimsuit because you aren't getting in the water but that doesn't mean you won't get wet. DO NOT, AND I REPEAT DO NOT, BRING OR WEAR ANYTHING THAT YOU DON'T WANT TO GET SOAKED. The waters are choppy and the boat splashes. We were soaked when we were done. We did see 3-4 whales and a couple of turtles but each trip is unique and you might not see anything. The boat ride was great and would have been fun even if we didn't see anything. The Captain was friendly and his deckhand was too. The only complaint I have is that the Mai Tai they serve isn't very good but it comes with your ticket so I guess that's to be expected.

    Captain Amos, and the girls Emily, Mia, and Natalia were great. They made the experience so much more than snorkeling. They made it the highlight of our trip, going the extra mile to point out extra sea life. Can't wait to come back!

    With my crew!
    Rikka L.

    Avery and Jeff were awesome! Clear instructions and great spots! Saw like 12 turtles in total!

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    Mahalo Brooks! :)

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    Many mahalos Tyler! :)

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    Amazing crew and amazing staff they made sure we had a great time and saw Sea turtles as well 5/5

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    Mahalo Chandler! We hope to sea you again! :)

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    Had a lot of fun snorkeling with this company! Got to see turtles and dolphins and the crew was great as well!

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    We took 9 girls ages 12-14 on the turtle snorkeling tour with Nicole, Mason, Cam & Aiden, girls had a blast.

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    Maita'i Catamaran

    Maita'i Catamaran

    4.5
    (685 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    45 years in business

    Always a great time with Jenna, Kia and Ian ... our favorite activity every year!…read more $6 Mai Tai's $5 beer $3 soda What's not to like??

    We joined the sunset sail and really loved the view and the experience. Price probably was more on…read morethe high-end compared to bigger-sized group or different time slot, but quite worth the tag. All the staffs were so attentive, welcoming, and knowledgeable. It was quite confusing to find the meetup point at the beginning, but asking the hotel staff did help us getting there. We went on the high-tide day so needed to walk a bit from the usual boarding area. Probably helpful to remind people wearing slippers as you'd need to take shoes off. They did provide proper and plenty storage spaces for your footwear on the boat (appreciated!). Drinks were pretty much bottomless and they had their very own Mai Tai so you could really enjoy the 'complete Hawaiian package'! The only problem with high tide day, it meant be prepped to get wet and going on and off the boat would be quite tricky as you needed to manage timing to avoid the tide from getting you soaking wet. I was unfortunately not the pro and literally got half-bottom wet, getting off the boat LOL. Paid off by the gorgeous sunset view!!

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    Sunset cruises never get old. Especially when Diamond Head steals the show.
    Sunset cruises never get old. Especially when Diamond Head steals the show.
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    Current ID is required to be served alcoholic beverages.
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    Hawaii Ocean Charters

    Hawaii Ocean Charters

    5.0
    (142 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    Semi-Private Snorkel Tour --7:15 AM Departure…read more If you're debating whether the early departure is worth it-- it absolutely is. Being the first boat out in the morning makes a huge difference. The ocean was calm, conditions were excellent, and we weren't surrounded by multiple tour boats. For long stretches it genuinely felt like we had the reef to ourselves. Sam and Ella were in-cred-ible. Professional, knowledgeable, and very clearly people who love what they do. They struck the perfect balance of being attentive while still letting everyone enjoy the experience naturally. We felt extremely safe the entire time, and they were just genuinely joyful humans to spend the morning with. And I have to mention the turtles. We saw at least eight. Not just in the distance-- they were everywhere. Below us in the reef, gliding past us at the surface, popping up for air unexpectedly. At one point we were actively looking around just to make sure we weren't about to bump into one. Also...calling them "little" would be inaccurate. Some of these turtles were big-- absolutely stunning animals. Swimming alongside them, surrounded by hundreds of reef fish, was one of those rare travel moments that sticks with you. A core memory, without question. -- San Diego

    Sam and Maci were amazing tour guides. Highly recommend booking on their smaller -6 person max…read morecatamaran for a much more elevated experience. Top notch snorkel gear, comfortable catamaran with awesome seating. Maci was awesome at pointing out all the sea life to our group. Sam was a very welcoming captain. I only wish we did this earlier on in our trip and were able to book a second adventure.

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    It's Turtle Time! Come swim with these massive creatures on our Turtle Snorkel Adventure
    It's Turtle Time! Come swim with these massive creatures on our Turtle Snorkel Adventure
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    We know the best spots to make your day on the water unforgettable.
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    Holokai Catamaran

    Holokai Catamaran

    4.7
    (875 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Second time doing this sunset cruise and it's been amazing both times. Such a fun way to be out on…read morethe water in Waikīkī! Some logistics to know about: you can get validated parking at the Embassy Suites for $15 (4 hours). If you want free street parking, you'll need to come much earlier and give yourself extra time to get to check-in. Check-in itself is super easy annd it's inside the Outrigger near Monkeypod. The staff is genuinely kind and welcoming from the start. They give a quick safety talk and then walk you down to the boat You'll step into the water to board and you're not allowed to wear shoes, so honestly don't even bother bringing any. It's a catamaran with nets to sit on (my favorite spot) plus regular seating and plenty of space to move around. Unlimited drinks are included and the crew constantly checks in to see if you need anything. Both times I've gone we've seen whales, which feels so special! It is definitely choppy so if you get seasick easily this might not be your move. If you're a water baby though, you'll thoroughly enjoy this experience! It also gets windy, so bring a jacket. If you love being on the water, sunsets, and a fun but relaxed vibe, this is such a good option. Highly recommend!

    Awesome cruise. Worth the money! Their special hooch drink was really good (and strong). Maybe not…read morethe best if you have kids since the open bar is, in my opinion, what this cruise is all about compared to others!

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    Drinking the hooch.
    Drinking the hooch.
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    Waikīkī
    Waikiki from the Holokai

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    Honolulu Snorkel - snorkeling - Updated August 2026

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