3 Wildlife Trips on Oahu Worth Booking Ahead

1.Deluxe Snorkel and Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 352 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89Our pick

Set out from Kewalo Basin with Living Ocean Tours for a 2.5-hour Waikiki cruise, reef snorkeling, and time on a floating platform with a 20-foot waterslide, trampoline, and lily pad. Gear, life jackets, snacks, and soda are included. Wildlife sightings are possible, not guaranteed. Crew members have included Andres, Missy, Hailey, and Jason, though staffing can vary.

“Crew was great! No hiccups, just a blast! My kids loved it! Snorkeling, water slides, trampolines. What else could you ask for! Would highly recommend, and would rebook in a heartbeat!”

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2.Private Snorkeling and Wildlife on The Adventure Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Leave Ala Wai Yacht Harbor on a private two-hour boat trip along Oahu’s south shore. Expect sightseeing near Diamond Head and Waikiki, time to snorkel with equipment provided, and chances to spot turtles, dolphins, whales, fish, and other marine life. Crew names associated with the boat include Chris, Ryan, Josh, and Adam; who joins your trip may vary.

“Great time! Chris and Ryan are great with kids too! I highly recommend this for families and even special needs provided they are ok with a faster at times boat. I have a son with autism and a son with a severe anxiety disorder, and they were GREAT with my kids. They are patient and really enjoy what they do. Great men!”

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3.Deluxe Waikiki Snorkel and Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 54 reviews · 2h 30m · from $89

Cruise from Kewalo Basin toward Diamond Head, then spend about 90 minutes anchored off Waikiki for snorkeling, swimming, a 20-foot slide, and a water trampoline. An English-speaking instructor is on board, with gear and soft drinks, juice, and water included. Turtles and dolphins may appear, and humpback whales are seasonal from December to April.

“sortie très agréable. équipe au top un peu court à mon goût ... quelques jolis poissons (appatés)...tortues pratiquement invisibles ...fonds marins pas extraordinaires ( lagon de Nouvelle Calédonie est extraordinaire par rapport)”

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