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Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling and 6-in-1 Adventure with Free Pickup
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Blue Ocean Snorkeling runs a Turtle Canyon reef swim with kayaking or sea scooters. The 3-hour trip on a catamaran costs from $90 per adult. Your ride from set Waikiki stops is included. The boat leaves daily at 8 or 11:10 a.m. You can try more than one water sport from the boat, though children under 2 must stay out of the water.
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Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling and 6-in-1 Adventure with Free Pickup at a glance
| Reef | Turtle Canyon |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Price basis | from $90 per adult |
| Departures | 8 and 11:10 a.m. daily |
| Boat and group | Catamaran, 38 guests maximum |
| Pickup | Designated Waikiki stops, arranged at least 24 hours ahead |
| Harbor meeting | Kewalo Basin, Pier D112 gate |
| Children | Under 2 allowed aboard with an adult, no water entry |
| Main trade-off | Pickup must be arranged 24 hours ahead |
| Guide languages | English, Korean |
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
- Pickup and drop off (Pickup service is available only within the Waikiki area.)
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Life vests
- Water (hot & cold), Coffee and Tea
- 2 restrooms on board
- Snacks
- Muffin and Cup of Noodles
What's not included
- Go Pro Rental $40+tax
- Gratuities
Options
Which option to book
One option combines snorkeling with other water activities and Waikiki pickup. It runs daily at 8 and 11:10 a.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Waikiki Catamaran Escape: Snorkel with Turtles & Water Sports Fun | 8 a.m. and 11:10 a.m., daily |
The catch: Without pickup arrangements at least 24 hours ahead, your shuttle is canceled and you'll need to reach the harbor yourself.
The day
How does the day work?
A Waikiki shuttle or your own harbor arrival leads to a Turtle Canyon cruise with several water activities.
- 1
Reach Pier D112
Your assigned Waikiki pickup stop connects with the catamaran. Guests traveling independently meet at the Pier D112 gate in Kewalo Basin.
- 2
Head to Turtle Canyon
The boat takes you offshore to the reef. The crew explains the equipment and can help less-confident swimmers with flotation boards.
- 3
Choose water activities
Your time afloat can include kayaking or a sea scooter. Paddleboards offer another way to spend time on the water.
- 4
Rest aboard
Snacks and drinks are available after the water activities. You can watch the Waikiki coast from the catamaran before returning to the harbor.
The boat outing lasts 3 hours and returns to Pier D112. Your Waikiki pickup and drop-off add travel time. The shuttle schedule isn't the boat schedule.
Pickup and meeting point
- Arrange the shuttle: Pickup is from set stops in Waikiki. Blue Ocean needs your hotel and booking details at least 24 hours ahead. You'll get your stop by email or a booking message.
- Shuttle timing: Arrive at your assigned stop 5 minutes early. Your voucher shows when the boat leaves. The pickup message gives your earlier meeting time, and the shuttle can't wait.
- Harbor arrival: You meet in front of the Pier D112 gate if you make your own way there. Plan 30 to 45 minutes before departure to park and reach the crew.
- Harbor address: The Pier D112 gate is at 1125 Ala Moana Boulevard in Kewalo Basin. Look for the Blue Ocean crew in front of the gate.
Before you book
- Bookings made through the booking page get a full refund until 24 hours before the trip. Send your hotel details by email soon after booking.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Blue Ocean suits families who want 3 hours afloat with more than a reef swim. You can try kayaking or sea scooters. The crew can help less sure swimmers with float boards. Children under 2 must stay aboard and can't join you in the water.
Island Splash costs from $79 per adult if you can reach Ala Wai yourself and want a 2-hour reef trip. Hawaii Nautical costs from $169.95 per adult if your family prefers lunch aboard to extra water activities.
Who it's not for
- Families planning water entry for children under 2
- Guests relying on pickup without arranging it 24 hours ahead
- Travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Good to know
Know before you go
Children under 2 ride free with an adult but must remain out of the water. Infant passengers sit on an adult's lap. The trip isn't recommended with poor cardiovascular health.
Your beach kit needs swimwear and a towel. Bring sun protection for your time between water activities. Snorkel equipment and life vests are supplied, with drinking water aboard.
Bad weather or too few guests can stop the trip. The boat holds up to 38 guests. Check with Blue Ocean that the trip will run, even if you've booked a place.
Your Waikiki pickup details must be arranged by email at least 24 hours ahead. Otherwise the shuttle service is canceled for your booking. You'll then need your own journey to the harbor.
Bookings made through the booking page get a full refund until 24 hours before the trip. After that, there's no refund. If weather cancels the cruise, you're offered a new date or a full refund.
One mobile booking holds 1 to 6 travelers and needs an adult. The boat itself takes up to 38 guests. Your group may share the boat with other bookings.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
A shorter trip near Hilton Lagoon
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Turtles GuaranteedIsland Splash leaves Ala Wai for a 2-hour reef outing. It's from $79 per adult, with up to 30 guests and no hotel pickup.
★ 4.9 · 1,413 reviews · from $79 per adult
Lunch aboard a family sailing
Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel with Lunch: Turtles GuaranteedHawaii Nautical welcomes all ages aboard and includes lunch. Your cruise costs from $169.95 per adult, with the Hilton pier as its starting point.
★ 4.7 · 2,135 reviews · from $169.95 per adult
Guidance focused on reef snorkeling
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Guided Snorkel: Turtle GuaranteeLiving Ocean's guides stay with the snorkeling group. It's from $89 per person for swimmers who want instruction, with their own ride to Kewalo Basin.
★ 4.8 · 5,041 reviews · from $89 per person
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Questions
People also ask
- How much is Blue Ocean's Turtle Canyon activity cruise?
Blue Ocean starts from $90 per adult, with designated Waikiki pickup and snorkeling gear included. Snacks and drinking water are supplied aboard. Your pickup still needs arranging ahead, so paying for the tour doesn't remove that separate step.
- Can a child under 2 swim on Blue Ocean?
No, children under 2 can't enter the water on this trip. They can come aboard free with an adult. That restriction covers their participation in the water activities, so your family's plan needs to include keeping them on the boat.
- Is Blue Ocean suitable for first-time snorkelers?
Yes, first-time snorkelers and less-confident swimmers can join the 3-hour outing with crew assistance. Life vests are provided, and flotation boards help support guests in the water. That assistance doesn't change the separate rule keeping children under 2 aboard.
- Is Blue Ocean's departure time your Waikiki pickup time?
No, 8 a.m. and 11:10 a.m. are boat departure times. Your assigned shuttle collection comes earlier at a designated Waikiki stop. Arrival at that stop needs to be 5 minutes before the assigned pickup, so the voucher's boat time isn't your meeting target.
- What is Blue Ocean's cancellation policy?
Bookings made through the booking page get a full refund until 24 hours before the trip. After that, there's no refund. If weather cancels the cruise, you're offered a new date or a full refund.
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.