Waikiki Sea Turtle Snorkeling & Skin Diving Boat Tour
Explore Hawaii’s underwater life with Japanese-language instruction
Duration
3.5 hrs
Includes
Lessons, transfers, snacks
Highlights
Head offshore on a shared boat to explore the ocean at your own pace: float at the surface while snorkeling, or swim below it on a breath-hold skin dive without scuba tanks. A private-instructor option gives your family or group dedicated guidance.
- Explore sea turtle habitat off Waikiki and look for tropical fish
- Dive beneath the surface for a closer look at colorful fish and coral
- Enjoy views of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach from the boat
What's Included
- Japanese-language instruction
- Round-trip transportation from the property
- Mineral water and snacks
- Mask, snorkel, fins, and life jacket for snorkeling only
Important details
- Good health is required for both activities. Participation during pregnancy is not permitted.
- Shared skin diving is for ages 13+ with repeated snorkeling experience, strong swimming ability and stamina, familiarity with masks, snorkels, and fins, and the ability to swim without instructor assistance. It is not suitable for first-time snorkelers or those returning after a break.
- Skin diving is not available if you have a physical disability or health concerns. Participation may be refused after the skill check if you need swimming practice or instructor assistance.
- Children ages 12 and under require a parent or guardian accompanying them. Minors require parental consent.
- A doctor's medical certificate is required for a history of hyperventilation, circulatory or respiratory conditions, ear, nose, or throat conditions, high blood pressure, heart disease, epilepsy, or asthma. Bring the certificate if this applies to you.
- A private-instructor plan is required for groups combining snorkeling and skin diving.
- Sign the required consent form on the day of the tour.
- Arrive wearing your swimsuit and bring a change of clothes. Change out of wet swimwear before riding in the vehicle; sitting on a towel instead is not permitted.
- If using a rental wetsuit, arrive without sunscreen applied to your body.
- Leave passports, jewelry, large amounts of cash, credit cards, and expensive bags behind. No safety box is available; cameras and phones remain your responsibility.
Cancellation Policy
Fees apply from booking. For 1–4 people: 5% until 8 days before the tour; 100% within 7 days. For 5+: 5% until 15 days before, 50% 14–8 days before, and 100% within 7 days. Missing the meeting place or time incurs a 100% fee. If the operator cancels for bad weather or unforeseen circumstances, you'll receive a full refund.
Product ID: 74QHJY
FAQs
The tour may not run if fewer than two people participate.
Yes. Rentals require advance reservation and cost $15 for a mask, snorkel, and fins; $10 for fins only; or $5 for a life jacket. These costs are not included in the listed price and are settled in cash on the day. Long fins are not available to rent; bring your own if you want to use them.
Yes. Wetsuit rentals and prescription mask rentals cost $10 each. A new mouthpiece is also available for $5. These extras require advance reservation, are not included in the listed price, and are settled in cash on site.