Oahu · DOLPHIN WATCHING
The spinner pods rest along the west coast by day, which is why almost every trip leaves from Waianae. These 10 compare departure time, boat size, how close the law allows and price.
See wild spinner dolphins, snorkel with turtles, enjoy lunch, hula, a water slide, kayaks, and Waikiki pickup on this Oahu cruise.
“We enjoyed the boat ride even though my husband doesn’t have sea legs…hahaha Captain is very good at her job in driving the boat smoothly!”
Cruise Oahu’s west coast for dolphins, whales, turtles, snorkeling, a Hawaiian buffet, drinks, and hotel pickup from Waikiki.
“The hospitality was 11/10, food and beverages amazing, snorkeling was well organized and it was fun having a photographer take amazing shots without having to fiddle with our iPhones all day! The weather was 5/10 and the whales were hiding but not their fault. Boat was super comfy and we just might go again tomorrow!”
Swim and snorkel off Oahu’s west coast with wild dolphins, turtles, fish, and octopus, with hotel pickup, lunch, and a respectful wildlife policy.
“Incredibly amazing tour with amazing team. It was a unique experience once and hopefully more in life time. We need to protect our earth and enjoy the communication with other creatures on earth and this tour team were a great example of respecting the nature while enjoying the connection. ❤️”
Small-group Oahu dolphin safari with spinner dolphins, seasonal whales, turtles, snorkeling, lunch, and Waikiki pickup.
“In three hours we saw a humpback and her calf, dozens of spinner dolphins, sea turtles, and many fish while snorkeling on a beautiful coral reef. Amazing.”
Swim with wild dolphins, snorkel with turtles, and spot whales off Oahu’s Waianae Coast on a small-group boat tour with lunch and hotel pickup.
“I really loved this experience! We were treated very well and felt like we benefited from being with our Captain Mandy and her experienced team. Not only did they take good care of us, they were clearly all passionate about the marine life we were seeing and interacting with. We saw tons of dolphins and were even blessed to have a rare encounter with a whale shark! I highly recommend Dolphin Excursions for anyone who wants a chance to see Hawaii’s marine life up close and personal under competent guidance.”
Sail Oahu’s Leeward Coast for wild dolphins, turtle snorkeling, island views, breakfast, lunch, and an open bar on this 3-hour catamaran trip.
“This catamaran excursion was awesome! Swimming with turtles was so fun and we were lucky to spot dolphins and even whales. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience even better. The location was easy to find and accessible, making the trip smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend for families or friends!”
A small-group Oahu boat tour from Waianae with wild dolphins, turtles, reef fish, and a luxury powerboat for $200.
“This tour was absolutely amazing! We loved that it was a small group. It made the whole experience feel really personal. Shanti and Brooke were incredibly passionate about what they do and made sure everyone felt comfortable and had a great time. Swimming alongside dolphins and sea turtles in such a beautiful setting was truly unforgettable. I’ll definitely be recommending this tour company to any friends or family visiting Oahu!”
Swim with wild dolphins off Oahu’s west coast, then snorkel with turtles, ride a 21-foot waterslide, and enjoy lunch aboard a catamaran.
“I booked this experience mainly because my mom has always wanted to see and swim with dolphins in the wild. We were all a little nervous prior to boarding the boat just knowing we were going to be swimming in the open water, but all of the staff made us feel so comfortable and confident in our abilities to complete this excursion. The views were incredible and we were able to see so many pods of dolphins from the boat as well as from the water. This was definitely a highlight of our trip and that was all thanks to the amazing staff for making it possible.”
Watch wild dolphins off West Oahu, snorkel at Makaha, and enjoy a waterslide, paddleboard, lunch, and Hawaiian Oli.
“A very wonderful experience. We saw so much aquatic wildlife. Dolphins, turtles, and a lot of different fish. A lot of fun.”
Swim with wild dolphins, snorkel with turtles, and cruise Oahu’s west coast on a small speedboat tour with pickup and lunch.
“Bring a towel , water and they provide lunch. The staff was knowledgeable. I was a weak swimmer and I was able to get help getting back to the boat when needed.”
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