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Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure, Small Group 6 Passengers
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Diamond Head Cruises & Adventures takes you on a guided Turtle Canyon snorkel aboard a 28-foot adventure raft. The Snorkel & Swim option lasts 2 hours and costs from $145 per person. It's limited to six guests aboard the raft. You meet at Kewalo Basin's Pier A for daily departures from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. That small group comes with a practical limit: there's no toilet on board.
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Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure, Small Group 6 Passengers at a glance
| Reef | Turtle Canyon |
| Duration | 2 hours for Snorkel & Swim |
| Price basis | from $145 per person |
| Departures | Daily at 7:30, 9:30 and 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. |
| Boat and group | 28-foot adventure raft, six guests maximum |
| Meeting point | Kewalo Basin, Pier A gate, Slip 15 |
| Children | Young children by prior agreement |
| Main trade-off | No onboard toilet |
| 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 . Infants go free.
What's included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Use of snorkeling equipment
What's not included
- Gratuities
Options
Which option to book
Snorkel & Swim is the sole option and specifies 2 hours. It runs daily from 7:30 a.m. through 1:30 p.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Snorkel & Swim | 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., daily |
The catch: Young children need the operator's prior agreement before you book.
The day
How does the day work?
The adventure raft carries your small group along Waikiki's coast to snorkel Turtle Canyon with a guide.
- 1
Meet at Pier A
A staff member greets you at the gate near Slip 15. The boat is a black and yellow adventure raft.
- 2
Ride along Waikiki
Your group heads along the coast toward Turtle Canyon. The 28-foot raft carries no more than six guests.
- 3
Explore with a guide
Snorkel gear and flotation are provided for the reef swim. Your guide helps you explore the water around sea turtles and fish.
- 4
Return to the harbor
Drinks and snacks are available aboard after your swim. The raft brings you back to the Pier A boarding point.
Snorkel & Swim sets aside 2 hours for the whole outing back to Kewalo Basin.
Pickup and meeting point
- Gate landmark: Pier A's gate is near the X-Treme Parasail shack with a jet ski on its roof. The gate is to the right of the stop sign, near Slip 15.
- Early arrival: Arrive 15 to 20 minutes before departure to meet the staff member at the gate. The boat won't wait, and missed departures don't qualify for a refund.
- Ticket: Your ticket needs presenting on arrival. The check-in happens at Pier A before you board the raft, so keep it ready for the crew.
- Parking and ride: The parking lot is across from the gate. Your journey to Kewalo Basin is separate, since everyone meets at the harbor rather than at a hotel.
Before you book
- Plan on 2 hours for Snorkel & Swim. Arrive at the Pier A gate 15 to 20 minutes before departure.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Diamond Head Cruises suits a small party wanting a guide and only six guests on the raft. Your Snorkel & Swim booking needs 2 hours. There isn't an onboard toilet for that time. Young children need the operator's prior agreement.
Captain Max offers a six-guest speedboat trip from $109 per person if a 90-minute outing is enough. Big Kahuna costs from $85 per person if your priorities are an onboard bathroom and a shaded cabin.
Who it's not for
- Guests who need an onboard toilet
- Pregnant travelers
- Families bringing young children without prior agreement
Good to know
Know before you go
Young children need prior agreement for this raft trip. Moderate fitness is required. The activity isn't recommended during pregnancy or with spinal or cardiovascular problems.
There's no toilet on this adventure raft. Bring your towel and sun protection for the outing. Snorkel equipment is provided, with water and snacks aboard for your return from the swim.
A sailing can be canceled for weather or too few travelers. If weather cancels it, you're offered a new date or a full refund.
Parking is across from the Pier A gate near Slip 15. Your check-in target is 15 to 20 minutes before departure. The nearby parasail shack has a jet ski on its roof.
A full refund needs cancellation at least 24 hours ahead. Later cancellations receive no refund. Missing the scheduled departure counts as a no-show and also leaves your ticket nonrefundable.
Your ticket is mobile only and must be shown on arrival. A reservation accepts 1 to 6 travelers with an adult required. The raft's total guest limit is six.
Reviews
How is it rated?
Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
Six guests on a shorter trip
Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Semi Private Boat TourCaptain Max keeps the group to six on a speedboat. Your 90-minute tour costs from $109 per person, with the bumpy ride still part of the choice.
★ 4.9 · 745 reviews · from $109 per person
A bathroom and shaded cabin
Waikiki: Small Group Turtle Canyon Snorkel Boat TourHawaii Ocean Charters' Big Kahuna has a marine bathroom and cabin shade. It's from $85 per person, and the boat takes 20 guests at most.
★ 5.0 · 518 reviews · from $85 per person
A platform for breaks afloat
Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure on OahuCharter Oahu offers floating platforms beside its snorkel boat. The trip costs from $89.04 per person, with up to 20 guests aboard.
★ 4.9 · 4,015 reviews · from $89.04 per person
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Questions
People also ask
- How much is Diamond Head Cruises' Snorkel & Swim?
The selected Snorkel & Swim option starts from $145 per person, including snorkeling equipment. Your trip also includes snacks and bottled water. The small raft has no toilet, so that facility limit remains part of the choice regardless of your departure time.
- Does Diamond Head Cruises' raft have a bathroom?
No, the 28-foot adventure raft doesn't have an onboard toilet. Your selected outing lasts 2 hours. Plan around that absence before arriving at the gate, particularly if a bathroom aboard is essential for someone in your party.
- Can young children join Diamond Head Cruises?
Only with the operator's prior agreement, arranged before you book. Infants up to age 3 ride free, and children pay the adult price.
- Is Diamond Head Cruises' Snorkel & Swim 105 minutes?
Snorkel & Swim runs 2 hours, longer than the 105 minutes the booking page gives for the tour as a whole. Leave room after it before any tight connection.
- Where do you find Diamond Head Cruises at Kewalo Basin?
You meet at the Pier A gate by Slip 15, beside the parasail shack with a jet ski on its roof. Arrival is 15 to 20 minutes before departure. Keep your mobile ticket ready for the crew when you reach the gate.
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.