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Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on the Hawea Catamaran
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Waikiki Sailing Company takes Hawea to Turtle Canyon before sailing toward Diamond Head. The 2.5-hour combo costs from $89.56 per person. You normally board on Waikiki Beach behind the Duke Kahanamoku Statue at 8:30 or 11:45 a.m. daily. It's a beach departure with sailing after your swim. Rough shorebreak can move boarding to Ala Wai Harbor, so your departure message matters.
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Waikiki Turtle Snorkel and Sail on the Hawea Catamaran at a glance
| Route | Turtle Canyon, then sailing toward Diamond Head |
| Duration | 2.5 hours |
| Price basis | from $89.56 per person |
| Departures | 8:30 and 11:45 a.m. daily |
| Boat and group | Hawea catamaran, 45 guests maximum |
| Meeting point | Waikiki Beach shoreline behind the Duke Kahanamoku Statue |
| Swimming | Swimming ability required |
| Main trade-off | Own snorkel gear required for children under 4 entering the water |
| 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
- Use of Snorkeling equipment
- Snacks
- Carbonated beverages
- Tea and coffee
- Snorkel and Sail Experience
What's not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Meals
- Private Tour
Options
Which option to book
Snorkel and sail combo is the sole option. Its daily departures are 8:30 and 11:45 a.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Snorkel and sail combo | 8:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m., daily |
The catch: Children under 4 need their own snorkel equipment if they're going in the water.
The day
How does the day work?
Hawea takes you from the Waikiki shoreline to Turtle Canyon, then raises its sails for the coast toward Diamond Head.
- 1
Board from the beach
The crew checks you in beside the boat at the shoreline. There's no separate booth behind the Duke Kahanamoku Statue.
- 2
Swim at Turtle Canyon
Your guided snorkel takes place among the reef fish and sea turtles off Waikiki. Swimming ability is required to take part.
- 3
Sail toward Diamond Head
After snorkeling, the crew raises the sails. You spend the next part of the trip on deck with views along Honolulu's coast.
The combined snorkel and sail takes 2.5 hours. It normally finishes at the same Waikiki Beach boarding point. There isn't a separate fixed time for the reef swim.
Pickup and meeting point
- Shoreline meeting: The beach access is behind the Duke Kahanamoku Statue near the Hyatt Regency at 2424 Kalakaua Avenue. Check-in is by the rainbow umbrella and Hawea itself.
- Waiver and arrival: Check your electronic waiver before leaving for the beach. It needs signing before the tour, and your check-in starts 30 minutes ahead of sailing.
- Boarding changes: Rough shorebreak at high tide can move boarding to Ala Wai Harbor. Your sailing-day message gives the change, so the usual beach location isn't always the final meeting point.
- Getting there: Your hotel transfer isn't included. Waikiki traffic and busy parking lots can delay arrival, so allow time to reach the shoreline after getting to Kalakaua Avenue.
Before you book
- Arrive 30 minutes early at the boat rather than waiting at the statue. Late guests who miss departure can't rebook.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Hawea suits swimmers who want a 2.5-hour outing with sailing after the reef visit. Your usual boarding point is on Waikiki Beach. That helps if you're staying near the Duke Kahanamoku Statue. The arrangement needs flexibility if shorebreak moves boarding to the harbor.
Moana's snorkel and sail costs from $84.99 per person if you want a secured raft beside the boat for breaks. Hawaii Nautical's lunch cruise costs from $169.95 per adult if a meal matters more than beach boarding.
Who it's not for
- Guests who can't swim
- Children under 4 without their own snorkel gear
- Travelers with spinal injuries
Good to know
Know before you go
Swimming ability is necessary to join the snorkel. The trip isn't recommended with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. Young children's gear arrangements need attention before boarding.
Bring a towel and sun protection for Hawea's deck. Snorkel equipment is supplied except for children under 4 who want to swim. Their own equipment must come with you.
High tide with rough shorebreak can move boarding to Ala Wai Harbor. Your same-day message gives the change. Weather or insufficient enrollment can also cancel a trip.
The electronic waiver comes through a call or text to Waikiki Sailing Company. Check that you've signed it before your tour. Check-in at the shoreline boat starts with arrival 30 minutes before departure.
Cancellation at least 24 hours ahead gives you a full refund. Later cancellation doesn't. Missing departure also means you can't rebook, so the arrival margin matters.
Your mobile reservation can contain 1 to 30 travelers and needs an adult. Hawea's selected trip has a 45-guest limit. You may share the boat with people outside your booking.
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
A raft for breaks between swims
Moana Waikiki Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel and Sailing AdventureMoana has a secured raft for swim breaks. It's from $84.99 per person for snorkeling and sailing, with lifeguards on rescue boards and basic swimming skills required.
★ 4.7 · 979 reviews · from $84.99 per person
A cruise with lunch
Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel with Lunch: Turtles GuaranteedHawaii Nautical's cruise includes lunch after the reef visit. The Hilton pier departure costs from $169.95 per adult, with children of all ages welcome aboard.
★ 4.7 · 2,135 reviews · from $169.95 per adult
A start beside Hilton Lagoon
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People also ask
- What does Hawea's snorkel and sail cost?
The combo starts from $89.56 per person for Turtle Canyon snorkeling and the sail afterward. Gear is included subject to the young-child exception. Snacks and cold brew coffee are available, but a meal isn't part of your ticket.
- Can a child under 4 snorkel from Hawea?
A child under 4 needs their own snorkel equipment to enter the water. They must also meet the swimming requirement. The gear exception doesn't waive that rule, so a child ticket alone isn't enough to make the swim suitable.
- Where on Waikiki Beach do you meet Hawea?
You meet the boat at the shoreline behind the Duke Kahanamoku Statue, near the rainbow umbrella. Arrival is 30 minutes before sailing. There's no check-in booth at the statue, so waiting beside it won't put you with the crew.
- Does Hawea sail after snorkeling at Turtle Canyon?
Yes, the 2.5-hour combo includes sailing toward Diamond Head after the reef visit. Your time is divided between the swim and the boat ride. It doesn't give you the whole outing in the water, and there's no separate meal stop.
- Can you walk from your Waikiki hotel to Hawea?
You can walk to the usual beach meeting point if your hotel location makes that practical. The departures are 8:30 and 11:45 a.m. Check the boarding message first, since a move to Ala Wai Harbor changes the journey you need.
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.