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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Guided Snorkel: Turtle Guarantee
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Living Ocean Tours runs a guided snorkel at Turtle Canyon off Waikiki. The 2-hour trip costs from $89 per person. You meet Coral Kai at Kewalo Basin's Slip B-1 for daily departures from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Guides stay in the water throughout your snorkel and help you find turtles. It's a fit for first-time snorkelers who can already swim.
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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Guided Snorkel: Turtle Guarantee at a glance
| Reef | Turtle Canyon off Waikiki |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Price basis | from $89 per person |
| Departures | Daily at 8 and 9 a.m., noon, 2 and 2:30 p.m. |
| Boat and group | Coral Kai, 40 guests maximum |
| Meeting point | Kewalo Basin, Slip B-1 |
| Minimum age | 3 years |
| Main trade-off | Basic swimming ability required despite guide and flotation support |
| 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
- Experienced in-water snorkel guides and snorkel instruction
- Complimentary light snacks, soft drinks, and water
- Turtle Guarantee — See turtles with your group or come back free within 12 months
- Onboard restroom
- Mask, snorkel, fins, and flotation equipment
What's not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuities
Options
Which option to book
The guided snorkel has one option. Daily departures start at 8 a.m. and finish at 2:30 p.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Waikiki Turtle Canyon Guided Snorkel: Turtle Guarantee | 5 start times from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., daily |
The catch: Children can join from age 3, but everyone entering the water needs basic swimming skills.
The day
How does the day work?
Coral Kai leaves Kewalo Basin for a guided reef swim before bringing you back along the Waikiki coast.
- 1
Board Coral Kai
Your trip starts at Slip B-1. The captain and crew cover safety and explain the snorkel equipment before you enter the water.
- 2
Snorkel Turtle Canyon
Guides lead the group around the reef to look for sea turtles and fish. They stay in the water with you.
- 3
Get swimming support
New snorkelers can get extra instruction during the swim. Flotation equipment adds support, though you still need basic swimming ability.
- 4
Return along Waikiki
Snacks and soft drinks are available aboard after the swim. Waikiki and Diamond Head remain in view on the ride back.
The full outing takes 2 hours and ends at Kewalo Basin. That includes the boat ride and instruction. Your swim takes up only part of that time.
Pickup and meeting point
- Find the boat: Coral Kai is at Slip B-1 on Pier B in Kewalo Basin. The harbor address is 1125 Ala Moana Boulevard. Your hotel ride isn't provided.
- Arrival and waiver: Plan to be at the boat 30 minutes before departure. Your online waiver must be complete before you arrive.
- Parking: Harbor parking is limited, especially when weekend beach traffic builds. A taxi avoids the search for a space. Driving requires extra time before your check-in.
- Clothing: Your dress code is swimwear, with a towel for after the snorkel. Both belong with you when you board.
Before you book
- Your group can return free within 12 months if no turtle appears during the snorkel. Check for space before you plan that trip, since the offer doesn't promise a refund.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Living Ocean suits your first snorkel if you already swim and want guidance in the water. Children can take part from age 3. The crew helps newer snorkelers with equipment and flotation. It's a shared outing with up to 40 guests.
For a smaller group, Charter Oahu has a 20-guest cap and costs from $89.04 per person. Hawaii Nautical's lunch cruise costs from $169.95 per adult if you want a meal after the reef swim.
Who it's not for
- Non-swimmers
- Children under 3
- Pregnant travelers
Good to know
Know before you go
You need basic swimming ability and must be at least 3. Flotation doesn't remove that requirement. The trip isn't recommended during pregnancy or with poor cardiovascular health.
Wear your swimwear to the boat. Your towel comes from home, while the crew supplies your snorkel equipment and flotation. There's a restroom aboard Coral Kai.
Poor weather can cancel your departure. Check the weather refund terms before you book. The free turtle return trip applies when your group misses a sighting during the snorkel.
Your check-in target is 30 minutes before departure. The online waiver needs completing before you reach Coral Kai, and limited harbor parking can add time before you reach Slip B-1.
Canceling at least 24 hours before departure earns a full refund. Inside that window there's no refund, so a late change of plans can cost you the whole ticket.
Your ticket is mobile only. One booking accepts 1 to 30 travelers and needs an adult, while the shared boat can carry 40 guests overall.
Reviews
How is it rated?
Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
Smaller group with swim breaks
Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure on OahuCharter Oahu limits the boat to 20 guests. Your trip costs from $89.04 per person, with floating platforms for rests beside the boat.
★ 4.9 · 4,015 reviews · from $89.04 per person
Lunch after snorkeling
Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel with Lunch: Turtles GuaranteedHawaii Nautical combines Turtle Canyon with lunch aboard. It's from $169.95 per adult, with boarding at the Hilton Hawaiian Village pier.
★ 4.7 · 2,135 reviews · from $169.95 per adult
Waikiki pickup and water activities
Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling and 6-in-1 Adventure with Free PickupBlue Ocean adds kayaking or sea scooters to snorkeling. The trip costs from $90 per adult with designated Waikiki pickup, which you must arrange 24 hours ahead.
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Good to know
People also ask
- What does Living Ocean's Turtle Canyon tour cost?
The price starts from $89 per person and covers guided snorkeling with equipment. You also get light snacks and soft drinks aboard. Hotel transport isn't part of the price, so your journey to Kewalo Basin needs a separate plan.
- Can beginners join Living Ocean at Turtle Canyon?
Yes, beginners who already swim can join from age 3. The crew gives snorkeling instruction and stays with your group in the water. You don't need previous snorkeling experience, but this isn't a lesson in learning to swim.
- What happens if Living Ocean's group sees no turtles?
Your group can take a free return trip within 12 months if no turtle is seen during the snorkel. Availability still controls the return date. Keep that deadline in mind if this is your only visit to Oahu.
- Does Living Ocean collect guests from Waikiki hotels?
No, you make your own way to Coral Kai at Kewalo Basin. The meeting slip is B-1 and arrival is 30 minutes before sailing. A taxi avoids finding a parking space, though it doesn't change your check-in time.
- How long is Living Ocean's Turtle Canyon trip?
The full outing lasts 2 hours, including the boat journey and snorkeling. That isn't a promise of continuous swimming for the whole period. Your group returns to Kewalo Basin, so onward plans also need time to leave the harbor.
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.