Turtle Canyon Snorkeling: Small Group, Giant Sea Turtles

Turtle Canyon keeps groups small so you get hands-on help in the water, not a crowded boat.

Small-group snorkeling at Turtle Canyon reef outside Waikiki, limited to 6 passengers with a live English-speaking guide. You swim with giant green sea turtles at the famous reef, receive top-of-the-line snorkel equipment and one-on-one instruction throughout the 90-minute outing. Fresh fruit, snacks, beverages and water are provided.

The experience

Turtle Canyon is a reef just outside Waikiki where giant green sea turtles feed and rest. The boat holds a maximum of 6 passengers, which means the guide can watch each snorkeler individually and adjust the experience to your comfort level in the water. You get top-of-the-line snorkel equipment provided, so there's no need to rent or bring your own.

The outing runs 90 minutes total. A live guide leads the snorkeling in English and stays with the group throughout. Fresh fruit, snacks, chips and water come aboard. You're welcome to bring your own beverages. Children from age 2 are welcome, and the activity suits all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included

• Top-of-the-line snorkel equipment.
• local beverages, fresh fruit, chips, snacks and water.
• live guide instruction in English throughout the 90-minute outing.

Information

Lasts 1h 30m, runs every day, 5 start times, from US$ 91.34 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 6 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: 07:30, 09:00, 10:30, 12:00 and 13:30Last departure this season: 31 DecAnother time? ›

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.2 with pickup ›

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (2 to 12 years)

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Charter Oahu

Is this one for you?The boat departs from Waikiki and holds only 6 passengers, so you get one-on-one guidance in the water and a pace that fits your comfort level: ideal if you're new to snorkeling or prefer hands-on help over a larger group experience.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (2 to 12 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the giant green sea turtles like when you get to Turtle Canyon?

Giant green sea turtles feed and rest at the Turtle Canyon reef. The snorkeling takes place at their habitat, so sightings are part of what the reef offers, though wildlife encounters are never guaranteed on any single departure.

Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear or is it provided?

Top-of-the-line snorkel equipment is provided for every passenger, so you don't need to bring or rent your own.

How many people will be on the boat with me?

The boat holds a maximum of 6 passengers. The small group size is what allows the guide to give one-on-one instruction and assistance throughout the snorkeling.

What's included in the outing besides the snorkeling?

Fresh fruit, snacks, chips and water are provided during the 90-minute outing. You can bring your own beverages if you'd like.