Turtle Canyon Snorkel Tour
About This Experience
Here's what makes Island Splash Tours' turtle canyon snorkel tour Honolulu stand out: they guarantee you'll see Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles on every single trip. No ifs, ands, or buts about it.
The 1.5-hour adventure takes you to Turtle Canyon, a vibrant reef system along Waikiki's coastline where these gentle giants regularly surface to breathe. You'll cruise there aboard their spacious 2025 vessel—while it can hold 49 passengers, they cap it at just 28 guests so you're not fighting crowds for the best views.
Once you reach Turtle Canyon, you'll have 50 full minutes in the water. This isn't some quick dip and dash. The turtles here have a fascinating routine: they come to this particular reef to get their shells cleaned by the resident fish, almost like an underwater spa day. It's incredible to watch from just a few feet away.
Your snorkel guides know these waters intimately and will position you for optimal turtle viewing. But the magic doesn't stop there. This diverse reef ecosystem is home to colorful fish, eels, octopus, sea urchins, and rays. Dolphins occasionally make appearances, and during whale season, you might spot humpback whales from the boat.
Everything's included: snorkel gear, flotation vests, and complimentary beverages (juice, soda, and water). The turtle canyon snorkel tour Honolulu welcomes ages 3-75 in groups of maximum 28 people, departing from 1651 Ala Moana Blvd. Tours start from $75 per person for both adults (18+) and children (0-17 years old).
Show up 30 minutes early with towels, cameras, and reef-safe sunscreen. Photo packages are available on select days for purchase at the boat. They maintain a strict 24-hour cancellation policy for full refunds when canceled outside this window.