The 8 Best Snorkeling Trips in Honolulu

1.Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,669 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $109Our pick

Spend 8 to 10 hours circling Oahu with a guide such as Aka, Dylan, Kat, or Jay. Visit beaches, surf spots, farms, Haleiwa, Dole Plantation, and coffee country, with snorkeling gear and hotel pickup included. Expect a large bus, many short stops, and a route that can change.

“This was definitely a full day experience. But we had an incredible tour guide Kathleen who was super insightful about the area and made sure we hit every stop”

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2.Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,214 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $149

Join a local guide such as Nevin, Raul, Justin, or Mike for an eight-hour Oahu loop from Waikiki. You’ll visit Diamond Head, Kualoa Point, North Shore beaches, a macadamia farm, Dole Plantation, and a turtle snorkeling beach in a minibus for up to 28 people.

“Enjoyable day overall - Nevin was a great host and we liked his energy, enthusiasm and local knowledge.”

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3.Turtle Snorkeling and Sailing on Hāwea

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 656 reviews · 2h 30m · from $84

Sail from the Duke Kahanamoku Statue to Turtle Canyon aboard Hāwea, a 50-foot catamaran built by its owner. Snorkel with green sea turtles and reef fish, then relax under sail with Waikiki and Diamond Head in view. Morning trips include cold brew and granola.

“This was one of the best activities we did during our stay here on Oahu! The crew was professional, informed, and friendly. We walked from our hotel, they picked everyone up beachside behind Dukes statue. So easy! We saw 20+ sea turtles, schools of fish, and the sailing at the end was so beautiful. If we come back, we’d definitely consider doing this again with Hāwea!”

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4.Turtle Canyon Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 351 reviews · 1h 30m · from $81

From Island Splash Tours in Honolulu, you’ll take a short boat ride to Turtle Canyon for 50 minutes in the water with two lifeguard-certified guides. The 2025 boat carries up to 49 but limits tours to 28. Guides such as Alex, Maddie, Elle, and Preston help guests spot turtles and reef life.

“Everyone was very nice and accommodating. The guides knew exactly where to go to see the turtles and a lot of other sea life. They gave clear instruction. They stopped along the way back when we saw some dolphins and gave everyone a lot of time to see them even though the tour was actually over at that point. I was sea sick from a prior expedition the day before and they allowed me to reschedule to another time quickly and hassle free. Great group, very knowledgeable.”

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5.Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Adventure Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 248 reviews · 2 hours · from $67Best value

Join Pink Sails Waikiki for a two-hour catamaran trip along Waikiki, then swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles, colorful fish, coral, and possibly dolphins or rays. English-speaking guides provide gear, safety instructions, and light snacks. Meet near Prince Waikiki 45 minutes early.

“Super fun experience! We saw so many turtles and fish and had a great time swimming.”

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6.All Day Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 245 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $72

Spend 9 to 10 hours circling Oahu by shuttle, with stops at Diamond Head, Makapuʻu, Waimanalo, Kahuku, Haleiwa, Turtle Beach, Dole Plantation, and more. Snorkel gear is included, lunch is not. Guides such as Rob, Henry, and Maya add local stories and humor, but surf may cancel the water stop.

“This is an amazing trip. Johnny is a fantastic guide and made a very fun and informative day. You get to see and enjoy the entire island in 1 day. Would definitely recommend.”

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7.Oahu’s Ultimate Grand Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling and More

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $94

Spend about 10 hours circling Oahu by air-conditioned minibus, with hotel pickup, cultural stops, North Shore scenery, snacks, snorkeling gear, and local food stops. Guides such as Aka, Dylan, Jake, and Prince are known for island stories, songs, and humor. Snorkeling conditions can vary, especially in winter.

“I think this would good for older people ( we are late 20s). Appreciate our guide was called into work, however, they proceeded to drink alcoholic drinks while taking the tour (bear in mind they were already in a state as it was). There were kids on the bus, and felt like a rip off since we’d paid money for this. You see a lot of the island from the bus windows but that’s it. Feels like a whirlwind and felt as though you just get taken to tourist spots where they want you to spend money. Some great stories and information at times, but most of the time we’re…”

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8.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling on the West Coast of Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · from $156

Cruise West Oahu with Indigo Ocean Hawaii on a stable catamaran, searching for wild spinner dolphins before snorkeling near reef and turtle areas. The three-hour trip includes gear, snacks, lunch, drinks, hotel shuttle service, and a friendly crew including guides Julie and JB.

“I would not recommend it. It was expensive and unfortunately, no one got to see dolphins. We sailed non-stop for pretty much the entire 3 hours. I was told morning crews do get to see dolphins however afternoon crews don't. If afternoon creRead more”

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