With more than 30 years sailing Waikiki’s crystalline waters, locally owned Oahu Catamarans welcomes you aboard the newly refurbished 40-foot Kahala Kai. The spacious twin-hulled craft hosts intimate turtle-snorkel excursions, sun...
This family-owned business consistently delivers memorable turtle snorkeling and sunset cruises, with their crew earning enthusiastic praise across nearly all reviews. Captain Krash, Shannon, Lucy, Carlos, Joe, and George get called out repeatedly for being friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in creating great experiences. Guests frequently mention seeing multiple turtles, dolphins, and abundant fish, plus there's a beloved boat dog (Sushi or Mana, depending on the trip) that adds extra charm to every outing. The equipment is well-maintained, and crews go the extra mile with things like helping nervous kids feel comfortable or sharing fascinating facts about marine life. One critical review raises concerns about crowding at the turtle spot and staff enforcement of proper wildlife distance guidelines, noting the area gets packed with multiple boats and that crew members seemed distracted and less engaged than on their previous visit. This appears to be an outlier experience, as other recent reviews praise the same crew members for attentiveness and specifically mention appreciating the smaller boat size compared to other operators. The snorkeling location itself is shared among tour companies, so some crowding is expected, though most guests don't seem bothered by it. Overall, the warmth of the crew and the quality of wildlife encounters make this a solid choice for families and first-time snorkelers.
Went out to for a turtle snorkel with Carlos, Shannon and Lacy. Top notch crew delivered a top notch experience. Safety and snorkel equipment were all nice and well kept - didn’t have my mask fog up a single time. That’s the only time a snorkel experience has delivered that! After about an hour in the water, there were snacks and a cooler of drinks to entertain everyone on the way back. Bring your own towel! The boat was fun and went to the exact same spot as all the other turtle boats. May as well save a little cash and support this family business!
Taylor Gardner
November 25, 2025
Went out to for a turtle snorkel with Carlos, Shannon and Lacy. Top notch crew delivered a top notch experience. Safety and snorkel equipment were all nice and well kept - didn’t have my mask fog up a single time. That’s the only time a snorkel experience has delivered that! After about an hour in the water, there were snacks and a cooler of drinks to entertain everyone on the way back. Bring your own towel! The boat was fun and went to the exact same spot as all the other turtle boats. May as well save a little cash and support this family business!
Taylor Gardner
November 25, 2025