Wild Dolphin Swim in Waianae

Explore West Oahu's offshore waters for a respectful encounter with wild pelagic dolphins. Learn about marine life and Hawaiian culture from the captain and crew along the way.

• Search for bottlenose and spotted dolphins in deeper waters
• Observe Hawaiian spinner dolphins from the boat
• Learn about dolphin behavior and Hawaiian marine ecosystems
• Relax in cushioned seating aboard a Robalo R272 powerboat
• Watch for migrating humpback whales during winter months

Itinerary

Dolphin Swim & Snorkeling Tour Schedule

All Aboard! Come aboard our Robalo powerboat and settle in as we prepare for our ocean adventure. To begin, our captains and crew will cover safety information and a quick overview of the day’s plan.

Departure We will depart from the harbor and head north along the coast. Take in views of the Waianae mountain range, the first mountain range formed when the volcano that created Oahu erupted.

Get Geared Up We’ll provide you with everything you need for a comfortable underwater experience, including fins, a mask and snorkel. We’ll also give snorkeling instruction for first-timers.

Find the Dolphins The search for dolphins begins as we scan the water for fins or splashing. We keep detailed logs of all our Dolphin sightings and work with other boats to cover the entire coastline. Swim with Dolphins! Once we spot the dolphins, it’s time to jump in! Our ocean guide will position us for the best dolphin encounter. Watch as they glide through the water.

Snorkel with Turtles and Fish Next, we’ll head to our snorkeling location to swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles and tropical reef fish. You’ll have 45 minutes of free time to snorkel or relax on the boat.

Relax Down the Coast After snorkeling, unwind with a BYOB beverage as we make our way back down the coastline. We’ll keep our eyes peeled for other wildlife along the way.

Mahalo After returning to the harbor, we will dock the boat and help you gather your things.

A Hui Ho! Until we meet again.

What's Included

• Restroom onboard
• Onboard cooler for food and bring-your-own drinks

Important details

• Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure; 11 am tours require 15 minutes early arrival
• Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
• Present the credit card used for the booking and matching government-issued photo ID at check-in; every participant needs valid ID
• Requires stepping from the dock onto the boat; the deck may become slippery
• Requires comfortable open-ocean swimming for the dolphin swim; weaker swimmers may need to remain onboard
• Tell the crew about recent injuries, illnesses, medical conditions, allergies, or important medication before departure
• Later-term pregnancy is not recommended because of slipping and falling risks onboard
• GoPro rental is available for $40 and is not included in the listed price