Dolphins and You
Dolphins and You
About this experience
Enjoy the beauty of dolphins in their natural habitat while snorkeling with turtles and tropical fish along Oahu’s untouched West Coast. Take in the stunning coastal views, participate in Hawaiian cultural performances, and enjoy a complimentary lunch.
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Duration
3 hours
Meeting Point
Pickup from select Waikiki hotels included, or drive to the harbor (free parking available)
What’s included
- Dolphin watching and snorkeling
- Snorkel Set (Mask & Fins), Life jacket
- Kayaks and stand-up paddle boards
- Hawaiian cultural arts performance
- Complimentary lunch (Turkey Sandwich, PBJ, or Spinach Wrap)
- Pickup from select Waikiki hotels and the Ko Olina area
What’s not included
- Wetsuit rental ($5 per person)
- Media package ($79)
- Beverages available for purchase ($6~12 per beverage)
- Mineral-Based Sunscreen (Available for purchase on the bus, $20~)
Highlights
- Watch dolphins in their natural habitat
- Snorkel with sea turtles and tropical fish
- Kayaks and stand-up paddle boards available
- Experience a Hawaiian cultural arts performance
- Complimentary lunch on board
- Transportation from Waikiki and Ko Olina is included
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About this experience
Check-in details
Pickup is available from select Waikiki hotels, or free parking is available at the harbor for guests driving out.
*If you are driving yourself, please allow approximately 1 to 1.5 hours to get from Waikiki to Waianae Harbor. The tour will depart as scheduled, even if you arrive late. If you miss the boat due to late arrival, please note that no refunds will be provided.
What to bring
- Bathing suit (wear before boarding the bus)
- Beach towel
- Mineral-based sunscreen
- Sunglasses, hat, long-sleeve jacket or sweatshirt
- Motion sickness medicine (take before leaving the hotel)
- Cash or card for purchasing photos, products, or refreshments
Special requirements
- No more than one bag per person due to limited space on the boat
- Shoes are not allowed on the boat for safety. Storage is provided onboard. Clean reef shoes and grip socks are permitted.
- Meals do not accommodate allergies; prepare your own food if needed
- For your security, at check-in you are required to present the credit card that was used to pay for your booking along with matching valid photo identification. The name listed on your credit card must be identical to the contact name listed on your booking
Restrictions
- Full-face snorkel masks are prohibited. Traditional snorkel gear is provided.
- No guarantee of dolphin sightings, though the majority of tours do encounter dolphins
- In compliance with NOAA rules, dolphins can only be watched from a distance.