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Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling
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Hawaii Turtle Tours combines Oahu coastal lookouts with North Shore snorkeling by minibus. You spend 8 hours out, with prices from $149 per adult. Daily departures start at 7:20 a.m. with Waikiki pickup. Snorkeling gear comes with your ticket. A farm lunch stop breaks up the drive, though food costs extra and turtles aren't guaranteed.
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Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling at a glance
| Duration | 8 hours |
| Price | from $149 per adult |
| Main stops | Halona Blowhole and Dole Plantation, with a farm lunch stop |
| Swim stop | North Shore snorkeling, no guaranteed turtle sightings |
| Group | Minibus, normally up to 24 guests, occasionally 28 |
| Pickup | Assigned Waikiki hotel pickup location |
| Departs | 7:20 a.m. daily, pickup time set by hotel |
| Children | Child tickets ages 4 to 12, infant seats available |
| Main trade-off | Food and drinks extra, lunch paid in cash |
| Guide languages | English |
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 . Children pay less.
What's included
- Oahu Circle Island Tour
- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minibus
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Small-Group Experience
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
What's not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Options
Which option to book
The single option gives you the island loop and snorkeling gear. It runs daily at 7:20 a.m. with pickup times assigned by hotel.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling | 7:20 a.m., daily |
The catch: The minibus normally carries up to 24 guests and occasionally 28, so the day is busier than a van tour.
Route
How does the day work?
Coastal lookouts lead into a farm lunch break and North Shore snorkeling before Dole and the ride back to Waikiki.
- 40 min
1. Waikiki pickup
The day begins with collecting guests around Waikiki. Your guide introduces the route during boarding.
- 10 min
2. Amelia Earhart Lookout
Take your ocean photos at the coastal lookout outside Diamond Head's crater.
- 15 min
3. Halona Blowhole
The lookout faces a shoreline lava tube where waves can send spray through the narrow opening.
- pass by
4. Sandy Beach
Sandy Beach passes your window on the coastal drive. It isn't one of the snorkeling stops.
- pass by
5. Makapuu Point
The route rounds the headland toward the windward side. You see the coastline from the minibus.
- pass by
6. Waimanalo
You see Waimanalo's beach area and town from the minibus as the route passes through.
- 25 min
7. Tropical Farms
Coffee and macadamia tastings give you a break from the road. The shop also sells chocolates and other treats.
- 15 min
8. Mokolii
You view Mokolii from the coast near Kualoa with the mountains forming the backdrop for photographs.
- 45 min
9. Taro farm lunch
A taro patch visit shares the stop with lunch. You can buy shrimp dishes or choose a vegetarian meal.
- 10 min
10. North Shore fruit stands
Fruit stands sell coconuts and fresh produce. Purchases are separate from your tour ticket.
- 10 min
11. Sunset Beach
The stop gives you a view of the surf beach. Swimming happens at the separate snorkeling stop.
- 60 min
12. Turtle beach snorkeling
Snorkel gear is supplied for the beach break. Seeing a turtle depends on wildlife and conditions that day.
- pass by
13. Haleiwa
The minibus passes Haleiwa's outskirts and farm fields. You don't have a scheduled town walk.
- 30 min
14. Dole Plantation
Pineapple souvenirs fill the plantation shop. You can buy Dole Whip during the stop.
Lunch has 45 minutes and Dole has 30 minutes within the 8-hour day. The snorkeling beach gets about 1 hour. Your return is to Waikiki.
Pickup and meeting point
- Assigned location: Your hotel determines the nearby Waikiki pickup point. Hawaii Turtle Tours sends the location and time after receiving your accommodation details.
- Contact details: The booking needs your mobile number or email address. Pickup arrangements go directly through Hawaii Turtle Tours before departure.
- Beach bag: Bring a swimsuit and towel in a small day bag. Dry clothes and bottled water are useful after the beach break.
- Lunch payment: Your farm meal is paid separately in cash. The lunch stop doesn't accept cards.
Before you book
- Bring cash for your farm lunch. Cards aren't accepted there, and food and drinks cost extra.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
This 8-hour minibus route fits you if snorkeling is part of a broader day of coastal stops. Infant seats are available for families who need one. You must be happy with the route even if turtles don't appear. The minibus carries up to 24 guests on most days.
The Pineapple EXP includes snorkeling with a firm 13-person cap, from $99 per person. If you prefer a valley walk and possible freshwater swim, Go Tours' Waimea day costs from $154 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Guests requiring a guaranteed turtle encounter
- Travelers who want a van-sized group
- Anyone expecting meals and drinks to be included
Good to know
Know before you go
The child band covers ages 4 to 12, with infant tickets through age 3. Specialized infant seats are available, so seating needs belong in your booking arrangements.
This tour isn't recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. The route runs in wet weather, while sea conditions can change what happens at the beach.
Bring swimwear and a towel for the beach stop. Your small day bag also needs dry clothes, with water and sun protection for the outdoor portions.
Turtles can be absent from both the beach and water. NOAA's recommended viewing distance is at least 10 feet whenever an animal does appear.
A cancellation made at least 24 hours ahead qualifies for a full refund. A later cancellation isn't refunded, so wet weather alone isn't a promise of your money back.
One mobile booking accepts 1 to 15 travelers. The whole minibus normally carries up to 24 guests and occasionally 28.
Reviews
How is it rated?
Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
A fixed small group cap
Small-Group Oahu Circle Island Tour with Professional PhotographyThe Pineapple EXP includes gear for a North Shore beach break with up to 13 guests. Fares are from $99 per person.
★ 4.8 · 1,818 reviews · from $99 per person
A waterfall instead of ocean snorkeling
Oahu Circle Island Tour with Waimea Valley WaterfallGo Tours includes Waimea admission and 90 minutes for the valley visit. Your ticket costs from $154 per adult.
★ 4.8 · 4,480 reviews · from $154 per adult
Lunch included with sightseeing
Oahu Circle Island Full Day Tour with Scenic Stops and Local FoodsIsland and You supplies garlic shrimp lunch and tastings along its coastal circuit. It costs from $128 per adult.
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Questions
People also ask
- Does Hawaii Turtle Tours guarantee swimming with turtles?
No, the 8-hour tour offers a chance to see turtles during its North Shore stop. Sea conditions and animal behavior decide what happens. The trip can still provide sightseeing when the hoped-for turtle encounter doesn't happen.
- What costs extra on Hawaii Turtle Tours' circle island day?
Food and drinks are extra to the price from $149 per adult. Your farm lunch needs cash because cards aren't accepted there. Snorkeling equipment and Waikiki transport are included, so those don't require separate purchases for this option.
- How small is Hawaii Turtle Tours' minibus group?
The minibus normally carries up to 24 guests and occasionally 28. Your family shares it with other parties. A tighter passenger cap is a reason to choose another tour.
- How long is the Hawaii Turtle Tours beach break?
The snorkeling stop lasts about 1 hour. Sea conditions can shorten it. Your overall booking is an 8-hour sightseeing day.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.