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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Turtles Guaranteed
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Island Splash Tours takes you snorkeling at Turtle Canyon from Ala Wai Harbor. The 2-hour trip costs from $79 per adult. Your loading dock is beside Hilton Lagoon with departures daily from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It's a walkable start from nearby Waikiki hotels. Up to 30 guests share the boat, with a free return trip if the snorkel group misses turtles.
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Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Turtles Guaranteed at a glance
| Reef | Turtle Canyon |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Price basis | from $79 per adult |
| Departures | Daily departures from 7 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. |
| Boat and group | 50-foot boat, 30 guests maximum |
| Meeting point | Island Splash loading dock near Hilton Lagoon, Ala Wai Harbor |
| Fitness | Moderate physical fitness |
| Main trade-off | Own towel and transport to the dock |
| 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
- Flotation vests and safety equipment
- Experienced crew and snorkel guides
- Soft Drinks
- Snorkel equipment
- 100% Turtle sighting guarantee or come back for free
- 55-minute snorkel session at Turtle Canyon
What's not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Towels
- Reusable water bottle
Options
Which option to book
One guided snorkel option runs daily. Departures span the day from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Turtles Guaranteed | 9 start times from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., daily |
The catch: Your 2-hour trip doesn't include hotel pickup, and the harbor address alone won't lead you to the boat.
Route
How does the day work?
Island Splash follows the Waikiki coast to anchor at Turtle Canyon, then returns you to the dock near Hilton Lagoon.
- 50 min
1. Turtle Canyon
Guides lead you around the reef where fish clean sea turtles. You can return to the boat for a drink when you've finished swimming.
- pass by
2. Diamond Head
Diamond Head stays in view from the boat. You stay offshore rather than landing at the monument.
- pass by
3. Waikiki Beach
The snorkel site lies offshore from Waikiki Beach. This view doesn't involve a second beach stop or shore entry.
- pass by
4. Waikiki
Waikiki's waterfront remains in view as the boat follows the coast. It's part of the cruise between the harbor and reef.
The 2-hour trip finishes at the same Ala Wai loading dock. Reef timing differs between a 50-minute itinerary stop and a 55-minute snorkel session. Neither figure is the full boat trip.
Pickup and meeting point
- Map pin: A search for Island Splash Tours in Google or Apple Maps leads to the check-in pin. The harbor's street address doesn't identify your boat within it.
- Dock landmarks: The boat is at the dock near the yellow booth. Your group waits by the Island Splash check-in sign beside Hilton Lagoon at Ala Wai Harbor.
- Boarding window: Arrive at the loading dock 30 minutes before sailing for check-in. Boarding begins 20 minutes before departure, and the boat leaves at the booked time.
- Hotel transport: Your trip starts and ends at the dock. There's no hotel collection, so allow for your own journey between the harbor and your Waikiki hotel.
Before you book
- The map pin for Island Splash Tours identifies your check-in dock. Bring a towel and reusable water bottle.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Island Splash suits guests near Hilton Lagoon who can walk to the Ala Wai dock. The boat carries up to 30 guests. You'll need moderate fitness for the reef outing. Your hotel location matters more here than a pickup service, which isn't offered.
Blue Ocean costs from $90 per adult if you need designated Waikiki pickup and want water activities beyond snorkeling. Hawaii Nautical costs from $169.95 per adult if you'd prefer lunch and a departure from the Hilton pier.
Who it's not for
- Guests needing collection from their hotel
- Travelers unable to manage moderate physical activity
Good to know
Know before you go
The reef outing requires moderate fitness and isn't recommended with poor cardiovascular health. Infant tickets cover ages 0 to 3. A booking still needs an adult in the party.
Your towel and reusable water bottle need to come with you. Bring sun protection for the deck. Flotation vests and snorkeling equipment are supplied with the activity.
A departure can be canceled for weather or too few travelers. The published booking minimum doesn't establish how many people the boat needs to run, so a solo booking isn't a sailing guarantee.
Arrival is 30 minutes before sailing, with boarding beginning 20 minutes before. The Island Splash map pin leads to the check-in sign near the yellow booth. The harbor address alone isn't enough.
Your booking is fully refundable if canceled at least 24 hours before departure. No refund follows a later cancellation. Keep the sailing time in view when deciding whether to change plans.
The mobile booking accepts 1 to 29 travelers and requires an adult. The boat's group limit is 30 guests. Those figures describe different limits, so they aren't interchangeable.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
Pickup from designated Waikiki stops
Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling and 6-in-1 Adventure with Free PickupBlue Ocean combines a Waikiki shuttle with several water activities. It's from $90 per adult, with advance pickup arrangements and conflicting cancellation terms to resolve.
★ 4.9 · 632 reviews · from $90 per adult
Lunch aboard from the Hilton pier
Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel with Lunch: Turtles GuaranteedHawaii Nautical has a 65-foot catamaran and lunch aboard. Your cruise costs from $169.95 per adult and starts at the Hilton Hawaiian Village pier.
★ 4.7 · 2,135 reviews · from $169.95 per adult
A shaded cabin and smaller group
Waikiki: Small Group Turtle Canyon Snorkel Boat TourBig Kahuna has a shaded cabin and 20-guest cap. This Hawaii Ocean Charters option costs from $85 per person, with boarding at Kewalo Basin.
★ 5.0 · 518 reviews · from $85 per person
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People also ask
- What does Island Splash's Turtle Canyon trip cost?
Island Splash starts from $79 per adult with snorkeling equipment and flotation vests supplied. Soft drinks come with the price too. The ticket doesn't cover hotel transport or a towel, so you need to handle those before reaching the dock.
- Does Island Splash offer a turtle guarantee?
Yes, a snorkeling group that misses turtles can return for free. That offer belongs to the 2-hour Turtle Canyon outing. It gives you another trip rather than establishing a cash-refund right, so it helps most when you can return.
- Does Island Splash pick up at Hilton Hawaiian Village?
No, you walk or arrange your own ride to the Ala Wai loading dock near Hilton Lagoon. Arrival needs to be 30 minutes before sailing. Proximity to the hotel doesn't mean the crew collects you from its lobby.
- How many people join Island Splash at Turtle Canyon?
The boat carries up to 30 guests, while a single booking accepts no more than 29 travelers. It's a shared departure with a crew and snorkel guides. Your personal party size doesn't set the number of other people aboard.
- What are Island Splash's earliest and latest departures?
The first daily departure is 7 a.m. and the last is 3:30 p.m. Both use the same early check-in arrangement at the loading dock. Choose a time that leaves room for your hotel journey before the boat is due to leave.
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.