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Moana Waikiki Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel and Sailing Adventure
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Moana Sailing Co. combines guided Turtle Canyon snorkeling with a sail along Waikiki. The 2.5-hour trip costs from $84.99 per person. You board the Moana catamaran at Kewalo Basin's Slip D108 for a 10:30 a.m. departure daily. Lifeguards stay on rescue boards beside your snorkel group. A secured raft gives you a place to pause, though it doesn't replace the basic swimming skills required.
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Moana Waikiki Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel and Sailing Adventure at a glance
| Route | Turtle Canyon snorkeling and Waikiki coastal sailing |
| Duration | 2.5 hours |
| Price basis | from $84.99 per person |
| Departure | 10:30 a.m. daily |
| Boat and group | Moana sailing catamaran, 40 guests maximum |
| Meeting point | Kewalo Basin, Slip D108 |
| Rest space | Secured raft beside the boat |
| Swimming | Basic swimming ability and moderate fitness |
| Main trade-off | Extra charge for drinks after the first round |
| Guide languages | English |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on .
What's included
- Certified lifeguards on rescue boards
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Alcoholic beverages
- Ample Cushioned seating
- 2 restrooms on board
- Large secured raft available for all Moana guests( great for beginners and children)
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Additional round of drinks costs $8
Options
Which option to book
One option combines the guided snorkel and sail. It departs daily at 10:30 a.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure | 10:30 a.m., daily |
The catch: Only your first drink is covered on the 2.5-hour trip, so further rounds cost extra.
Route
How does the day work?
Moana leaves Kewalo Basin for a reef snorkel followed by time aboard along the Waikiki coast.
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Diamond Head stays in the background along the Waikiki coast. At Turtle Canyon, lifeguards watch from rescue boards and a secured raft offers a place to rest.
The 2.5-hour outing brings you back to Slip D108 at Kewalo Basin. Time in the water isn't separately fixed. After snorkeling, you can return aboard for a drink.
Pickup and meeting point
- Find Moana: The catamaran waits at Slip D108 on the south end of Kewalo Basin. You meet at the boat without hotel pickup, so your harbor journey is separate.
- Check-in and boarding: Arrive 30 minutes before departure for check-in. Boarding starts 15 minutes before sailing, which leaves a separate window before the boat gets underway.
- Parking: Parking is on the harbor's north and east sides. Your boat is at the south end, so allow time to reach the slip after leaving the car.
- Waiver: A signed waiver is required for your trip. It doesn't replace meeting the crew during the check-in window at Slip D108.
Before you book
- The raft doesn't make this a tour for non-swimmers. Expect to use your basic swimming skills while snorkeling.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Moana suits you if basic swimming is manageable but you want a raft for pauses beside the boat. The outing lasts 2.5 hours. Lifeguards work from rescue boards while the group snorkels. It isn't a substitute for swimming ability or moderate fitness.
Charter Oahu costs from $89.04 per person if you want floating platforms with a 20-guest maximum. Hawea's snorkel and sail costs from $89.56 per person if boarding from Waikiki Beach suits your hotel location.
Who it's not for
- Non-swimmers relying entirely on the raft
- Travelers unable to manage moderate exertion
- Guests expecting unlimited bar drinks
Good to know
Know before you go
You must have basic swimming skills and moderate fitness for this outing. It's not recommended with poor cardiovascular health. The secured raft gives you a rest, without replacing those requirements.
Wear swimwear and pack your towel for the reef stop. Sun protection is useful for your time on deck. Your mask and other snorkeling equipment are included in the activity.
Weather and low enrollment can each cancel a sailing. A reservation for one traveler is permitted, though it doesn't mean the departure will run with that person alone.
Parking areas lie on the harbor's north and east sides. Check-in is at the south-end slip 30 minutes before departure. Your waiver also needs signing before the activity.
Canceling at least 24 hours before the scheduled start gives you a full refund. After that point your ticket isn't refundable. The cutoff applies even if you haven't reached the harbor.
Your mobile ticket can cover 1 to 30 travelers on one booking, including an adult. The whole boat can carry 40 guests. That leaves room for other bookings alongside yours.
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
Floating platforms with fewer guests
Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure on OahuCharter Oahu's platforms give you room for swim breaks. The boat is capped at 20 guests and costs from $89.04 per person.
★ 4.9 · 4,015 reviews · from $89.04 per person
A sailing trip from Waikiki Beach
Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on the Hawea CatamaranHawea normally boards behind the Duke Kahanamoku Statue. It's from $89.56 per person for the snorkel and sail, with swimming skills required.
★ 4.8 · 1,794 reviews · from $89.56 per person
Lunch after your reef visit
Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel with Lunch: Turtles GuaranteedHawaii Nautical handles lunch aboard its 65-foot catamaran. The trip costs from $169.95 per adult and leaves from the Hilton pier.
★ 4.7 · 2,135 reviews · from $169.95 per adult
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People also ask
- What does Moana's Turtle Canyon snorkel and sail cost?
Moana's outing starts from $84.99 per person, including snorkel equipment and your first drink from the bar. Additional rounds cost extra. The secured raft and lifeguards on rescue boards are part of the snorkeling setup, so you don't book those separately.
- Can you join Moana's snorkel if you can't swim?
No, Moana requires basic swimming skills for its 2.5-hour trip. The raft is a place to pause near the boat. Lifeguards support the group from rescue boards, but that arrangement doesn't turn the outing into a swimming lesson for non-swimmers.
- Where do you check in for Moana at Kewalo Basin?
Your check-in point is the Moana catamaran at Slip D108 on the harbor's south side. Arrival is 30 minutes before departure, and boarding starts 15 minutes before. Plan parking time separately from the walk to the slip so you're ready for the crew.
- Does Moana have bathrooms and seats aboard?
Yes, the catamaran has two restrooms and cushioned seating for the 2.5-hour outing. Those facilities are shared by up to 40 guests. You can spend your deck time seated between the reef activity and the coastal sailing portion of the trip.
- When does Moana's Turtle Canyon trip leave?
Moana leaves daily at 10:30 a.m. for the combined snorkel and sail. There isn't a second departure option in this booking. The duration includes your boat travel and reef visit, so you shouldn't treat the whole 2.5 hours as uninterrupted snorkeling.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Tours book on the booking page at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.