West Oahu Dolphin Watch and Turtle Snorkel

West Oahu Dolphin Watch and Turtle Snorkel Sail With Lunch

What You Will Experience

Sail the scenic West O‘ahu coast in search of wild dolphins, then snorkel with sea turtles in crystal-clear waters. Enjoy a 3-hour adventure with a full premium bar, lunch, and ocean views.

What To Expect

Discover the beauty of West O‘ahu’s coastline on a 3-hour sailing adventure from Wai‘anae Small Boat Harbor. Cruise along the scenic coast as our crew helps you spot pods of wild spinner dolphins — sightings are guaranteed or you can join us again free!

Pause at a calm, clear snorkel site for an unforgettable swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles and colorful reef fish. Snorkel gear and instruction are provided, making it easy for all experience levels.

Relax on deck with a tropical drink from our full premium bar and enjoy a delicious island-style lunch served on board. Experience the perfect mix of adventure, ocean life, and aloha.

What's Included

3-hour sailing and snorkeling adventure along the West O‘ahu coastline
Guaranteed dolphin sightings — if no dolphins are seen, enjoy another trip on us (re-ride only, no refunds)
Guided snorkel with Hawaiian green sea turtles and tropical reef fish
All snorkel gear provided, with sanitized reusable sets available. Full face snorkel masks are not allowed in Hawaii due to safety concerns.
Individually packed sandwich/wrap lunch served on board
Full premium bar with tropical cocktails, beer, wine, soda, and juice
Friendly, professional local crew
Restrooms on board
Shaded and open-air seating options
Panoramic views of the Wai‘anae coastline and the Pacific Ocean
Complimentary shuttle from Ko Olina hotels (advanced reservation required)

About The Boat

Join us on our 65′ Sailing Catamaran “Ko Nau Lani”. This large vessel is safe for all ages with conveniences that include an on-board freshwater shower, restrooms, plenty of shade, and ample seating.

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Infant (0-3): FREE

Complimentary transportation from the Ko'Olina Resorts. Call us for reservations!

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Meeting & Pickup Location

Meeting location

West Oahu, departing from Wai'anae Harbor

Wainae Harbor
85-491 Farrington Hwy
Waianae, HI 96792

Arrival Time: Please arrive 20 minutes prior to departure (by 8:40 AM) to allow time for check-in and boarding.
Location: Waianae Harbor Dock C, 85-491 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792
Check-In Process: Dock C
Parking: Free parking is available at Waianae Harbor. We recommend arriving early to secure a spot and do not leave any valuables in your vehicle.
Boarding: Boarding closes 10 minutes before departure. Guests arriving late may not be able to join the tour.

Ko'Olina Resorts and Waikiki/Honolulu Transportation

FREE Roundtrip Transportation to the marina from Ko Olina Resorts! Call for details! Need transportation from Honolulu/Waikiki-Book Online.

Reviews

Swimming With Wild Dolphins Should Be Avoided

Frequently Asked Questions

No experience is required! Our friendly crew provides guidance and in-water assistance, making this trip great for all ages and comfort levels.

Hawaiian spinner dolphins are commonly seen along O‘ahu’s west coast. While every trip is unique, sightings are guaranteed — if no dolphins are seen, you’re invited to join us again free of charge on another dolphin sail (re-ride only, no refunds).

No. In keeping with federal guidelines and the Dolphin SMART program, we do not allow swimming with or approaching wild dolphins in the water. This ensures their safety and natural behavior while allowing guests to enjoy respectful, responsible viewing from the vessel.

Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu) are frequently seen at our snorkel sites, along with colorful tropical fish and vibrant coral reefs.

Yes. Enjoy an individually packed sandwich/wrap lunch and complimentary refreshments from our full premium bar, featuring tropical cocktails, beer, wine, soda, juice, and water.

Absolutely! This sail is family-friendly and safe for guests of all ages. Life jackets and flotation vests are provided for everyone.

We depart from Wai‘anae Small Boat Harbor, located on O‘ahu’s beautiful west side.

Please check in 20 minutes before departure to allow time to park and board. We recommend that you do not leave any valuables in your vehicle.

Yes. Complimentary parking is available at Wai‘anae Small Boat Harbor.

Our catamaran is large and very stable, which helps minimize motion on the water. If you start to feel unwell, our trained crew is happy to assist and will do their best to make you comfortable throughout the trip.

Swimsuit and towel
Reef-safe sunscreen (no sprays, please apply before getting onboard)
Sunglasses and a hat for sun protection
Reusable water bottle (to help reduce plastic waste, although we have water onboard)
Optional: Camera or waterproof phone case for photos/videos…don’t forget to tag us @hawaiinautical!

If your tour is cancelled due to the captain’s discretion and/or weather, then you will receive a full refund or option to re-book your tour on another date based on availability. Guests cancelling their tour reservations 48 hours or more prior to departure are eligible to receive a full refund or can elect to re-book the tour on another date based on availability. Trip Protection is now available. For a small fee Trip Protection can be added to any booking allowing cancellation up to just 1 hour prior to departure! Trip Protection can be purchased at check-out. Guests who are not purchasing Trip Protection and cancelling their tour reservations less than 48 hours prior to departure are not eligible for a refund and will forfeit 100% of their payment

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