Oahu Dolphin, Turtle & Whale Safari With Snorkeling
Snorkel and watch wildlife with marine biologist guides on O‘ahu’s west side
Duration
3+ hours
Ideal For
Up to 10 people
Includes
Guide, snorkel gear, snacks
Highlights
Head out from Wai‘anae Small Boat Harbor on a 3+ hour small-group safari led by naturalist and biologist guides. Watch for dolphins, sea turtles, and seasonal whales, then join guided snorkeling when ocean conditions allow.
- Join a small-group charter on a 34 ft power catamaran
- Learn wildlife “wet-iquette” with a pre-encounter briefing
- Snorkel with an in-water guide when surf and sea conditions permit
- Watch for whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds along the west coast
- Help document sightings and marine debris through citizen science
What's Included
- Marine biologist and naturalist crew
- Snorkel gear and flotation devices
- Snacks and juices
- Filtered water
- US Coast Guard-approved life jackets
- Private marine restroom onboard
Things to know
Shared tours suggest ages 10+; children under 5 are usually only allowed on private charters. Weight limit is about 250 lb per person, and you must be able to climb a short ladder back onto the boat. Crew gratuity is not required, but 10% to 15% is standard.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations with less than 10 days notice and no-shows are subject to full charge.
FAQs
Arrive 15 minutes before check-in. If you miss the group safety briefing or the boat, you will be treated as a no-show and charged in full.
Bring sunscreen (no spray-on), sunglasses, a hat, towels, cover-ups, a reusable water bottle, and a jacket (especially in winter). You can use the provided snorkel gear or bring your own.
Shared tours suggest ages 10+. Children count as adults for booking purposes. If you’re bringing a child age 5 or under, they are usually only allowed on private charters.
Meeting details
Waianae Small Boat Harbor
Meet Wild Side Specialty Tours
Wild Side Hawaii offers intimate ocean adventures on Oʻahu’s west coast, where small-group expeditions create space for meaningful, respectful wildlife encounters. Guided by marine naturalists and published biologists, their team blends deep local knowledge with a genuine commitment to education, safety, and conservation. From whale watching and dolphin encounters to turtle snorkeling, each outing is designed to help guests experience Hawaiʻi’s wild beauty in a thoughtful, authentic way.
