Ocean joy cruises, hawaii oahu snorkeling, dolphin and. Unlike most dolphin cruises or other hawaii tours, our snorkel excursions are operated by seasoned naturalists and marine biologists. Oahu snorkeling, dolphin and whale watching cruises ocean. Koolina snorkel catamaran dolphin tour adventure tours. We have posted a number of photos spinner dolphins, whales, turtles, reefs, snorkeling and other adventures in this section which reflect some of the unique experiences of our charters. We are dedicated to guiding guests to a low impact interaction, in and out of the water, with wild dolphins, turtles, and pristine living coral reefs year round. This area is well known for having the calmest and clearest waters around oahu, and is ideal for snorkeling, whale watching in season and dolphin encounters. With our marine biologist crew, experience dolphins in depth, not in tanks but as nature intended them to be, wild and free. Learn about hawaii s beautiful marine animals from our onboard certified naturalists. Dolphin excursions snorkel adventure waianae 2020 all. Jump on in and snorkel with turtles and a variety of tropical reef fish.
As the name implies, spinner dolphins are known for their acrobatic spinning skills and long snouts. Dolphin star wild dolphin watch and bbq cruise is an aulani excursion that features a catamaran cruise. Oahu is a magical place and one of the few places in the united states where you can enjoy swimming with dolphins in the wild. See spinner dolphins and look for whales breaching from the comfort of a stateoftheart cruise vessel. In its 30 years of operation, the awardwinning dolphins and you tour has perfected sharing hawaiian culture and natural adventures with guests. Enjoy a scenic cruise of the west oahu coast, catching the moment the sun slips below the horizon you.
When people try to swim with wild dolphins, the dolphins are. Get picked up at your waikiki hotel or meet your cruise at the dock, where you can meet your crew and settle into a seat in the comfy interior or on the boats outer decks. Ocean joy cruises will take you to the unspoiled waianae coastline where dolphins, turtles and other hawaiian sea life play and flourish. A cruise isnt just about where youre going snorkeling or how many dolphins you see.
Oahus largest dolphin watching vessel dolphin star. Hawaii nautical offers a large variety of boat tours throughout the island of oahu and on the big island of hawaii. Oahu wild dolphin watching cruise with optional snorkel 2020. A boat cruise is without a doubt the best way to interact with dolphins in hawaii. Dolphin excursions specializes in rafting tours along the remote west shore of oahu. Journey to a dolphin paradise along waianae coast on oahu s largest dolphin vessel. Jun 02, 2016 there are a number of cruises on oahu that will take you face to fin with dolphins in the wild, but among the best is the halfday cruise on the dolphin star, a doubledeck boat custom built for. Flipper was actually a trained, captive dolphin who did not bite the hand that fed him. Oahu swim with dolphins expedition ocean raft 2stop. Dolphin excursions snorkel adventure waianae all you need. We can also pick you up at the aloha tower marketplace if youre coming in by cruise ship, or near the airport at the best western plaza hotel. However, truly wild dolphins will bite when they are angry, frustrated or afraid. We will cruise the west side in search of dolphins.
The best part is that all profits support pacific whale foundations research, education and conservation programs to save whales, dolphins and our oceans. Includes continental breakfast, lunch and full bar service. Meeting dolphins up close will be an experience you will never forget. Watch from our multilevel, open viewing decks as humpback whales and wild dolphins jump, play and socialize in their family pods. Watch them race the boats, play, and leap on this thrilling dolphin watching cruise and see other marine animals. Journey to a dolphin paradise along waianae coast on oahus largest dolphin vessel. Panoramic decks offer the best view of playful dolphins and other marine life. Both tours are truly dedicated to the oahu whale watching experience, and expert naturalists share insightful information and educational commentary on the humpback whales behavior and biology.
Oahu whale watching tours the whale watching season is usually under way by the 15th of december and usually lasts through april. Enjoy two openair decks with 360 degree views of the honolulu. Oahu snorkeling, dolphin and whale watching cruises. We have a wide range of dolphin experiences across oahu. The best snorkeling conditions of oahu are on the westside of the island. Dolphin watching cruise along oahu s leeward coast. Here are the good guys n gals that have been with dolphin excursions for some time now. Discover what more than 200,000 dolphins and you guests have experienced. As the name implies, spinner dolphins are known for their acrobatic spinning skills and long. With a heavy heart, dolphins and you has decided to suspend tours and activities from march 21st april 5th. Enjoy a dolphin watching cruise on oahu s scenic west shore with the breathtaking backdrop of the waianae mountain range. The 10 best places to swim with dolphins in oahu with photos.
Aloha dolphin tours sea tours on big island, snorkeling. Departing from papeete or honolulu, these itineraries have been designed to help you make the. Leave the marina and set a course for the islands west coast while you scan the horizon for the telltale splashes of dolphin. We also provide roundtrip transportation to and from waikiki and ko olina hotels. Maui wild dolphin watching tours if youve ever wanted to see dolphins in the open ocean, heres your chance. Oahu cruise brings you face to fin with dolphins lifestyle. Dolphins and you honolulu 2020 all you need to know. This coastline attracts large pods of spinner and bottlenose dolphins. Swimming with dolphins in hawaii with dolphins and you is the memory of a lifetime. See spinner dolphins and look for whales breaching from the comfort of a stateof theart cruise vessel. Dolphins and you is oahu s original dolphin cruise, with roots dating back to the 1980s. Dolphin excursions specializes in safely leading small groups on dolphin and whale watching excursions in oahu. Watch dolphins play on oahus scenic west coast on a morning tour or add snorkeling to your adventure with an afternoon.
Go on an exciting cruise that takes you up close to pods of dolphins in oahu. If youve ever wanted to swim with dolphins in the open ocean, heres your chance. Swimming with wild dolphins in hawaii is the memory of a lifetime. They can tell you everything you ever needed to know about the dolphins and whales. The waters off maui are home to a large variety of marine life, i. Cruise aboard the dolphin star, oahus largest dolphin vessel with walkaround viewing decks, a shaded cabin, onboard grill and expert narration by our certified naturalists. Heres what you need to know about where to go and how to spot them. We search for multiple species of wild dolphins and practice responsible wildlife viewing. Guaranteed sightings we typically see 50 to 70 dolphins daily, plus whales in season. Watch dolphins play on oahu s scenic west coast on a morning tour or add snorkeling to your adventure with an afternoon cruise. Swim with dolphins and turtles in the wild provided by dolphins and you. For dining, theres an onboard bbq grill, shaded dining area and bar. Observe spinner dolphins in their natural environment as they leap out of the water and follow the boat in pods. Take a dive into one of hawaiis most secluded snorkeling spots, watch dolphins as they glide through the cool waters of the pacific, view the most stunning scenic vistas and perhaps.
Scheduled every friday night, this dinner cruise features a sumptuous tapasstyle dinner and two drinks. Leave the marina and set a course for the islands west coast while you scan the horizon for the telltale splashes of dolphin pods. Offering both shared or private charters these sightseeing boat tours often combine snorkeling, whale watches, sport fishing, sunset cruises. See wild dolphins in their natural habitat, on a hawaiian ecotour for all ages. There are a bunch of dolphin tours to choose from on oahu. Join dolphin excursions hawaii for an exciting dolphin tour on the remote west shore of oahu. Cruise in comfort aboard the 149passenger dolphin star, oahu s largest dolphin vessel. Whale watching, snorkeling, swimming with dolphin and turtles, our tours include the entire ecosystem from deepsea seabirds to beaches teeming with reef fish and the culture and traditions that frame. If you are interested in having an unforgettable experience of swimming with wild dolphins through an organized tour, we can help you book the best event today. Hawaii s marine life and coral reefs can be experienced from this beautiful 6 passenger catamaran. With ports of call on the islands of oahu, maui, kauai and hawaii island, youll be captivated by some of the worlds best beaches and left breathless by hawaii s many natural wonders on any one of these cruises to hawaii. A world away from waikiki, west oahu provides the onceinalifetime experience of seeing playful dolphins and other marine life with the stunning backdrop of the waianae mountain range. Twohour whalewatching cruise for one adult or one child at e sea diver up to 40% off.
Oahu dolphin divers ocean adventures near ko olina gives you unique dolphin tours in hawaii. Waikiki activities waikiki tours hawaiis brand, waikiki where to play, stay, eat, meet, shop, save, insiders guide, hawaii travel, we are the gateway for hawaii. Its also about the boat youre on, and it doesnt get any better than being on the kai olioli one of the best tour vessels in operation today. Only norwegian lets you visit four islands in seven days, which means youre on an island each and every day.
About dolphin excursions snorkel adventure our ocean safari, lead by marine biologists and naturalists, is based on the leeward coast of the island of oahu. Bbq lunch, snorkeling and looking for dolphins, and humback whales in season. Snorkel tours and dolphin watches are offered in the mornings and the afternoons and in addition they offer sunset sails, dinner cruises. Cruise off the shores of oahu for a special dolphin and whale watching journey. Dolphin star hoku naia waianae 2020 all you need to. Experience premier dolphin tours, snorkeling excursions, and scuba diving oahu s best dive sites. For dolphin viewing, the ship features openair, wraparound, multilevel decks. The dolphin star is oahus largest dolphin watching vessel, designed to take guests on a dolphin journey in amazing comfort. Swimming with dolphins in oahu is an event that is certain to make your day, if not your entire vacation.
The star of honolulu offers a variety of oahu dinner cruises but for the best selection, reserve these hawaii activities and oahu activities before you arrive in honolulu and waikiki. Swim with dolphins in oahu, hawaii dolphins and you schedule. We take you on an ocean safari aboard our stateoftheart 34foot rigid inflatable boat with our lifeguard certified crew. Oahu snorkel cruise and dolphin watch maui hawaii tours. Our current crew are mandi, emanuelle, yuji, justin, melissa, veronica, taylor, alyssa, stephanie, shelby, cole, lucia and victoria. Itineraryexplore the shoreline of oahu s west coast and search for hawaiian spinner dolphins on oahu s largest dolphin watching cruise, providing most space and comfort on the panoramic multilevel. Reef fishing and snorkel adventure for one or two adults or children from tradewind charters up to 44% off. See hawaii as did the ancient hawaiians and captain cook. This snorkel and dolphin cruise will take you to the unspoiled waianae coastline on.
We operate mauis largest and most comfortable boats from. Watch a spectacular fireworks display from the deck of a luxury catamaran during this 2hour dinner cruise from oahu. Hawaii s best swim and snorkel with wild dolphins, turtles and reef fish on oahu near ko olina resort. Watch as the pods of hawaiian spinner dolphins make their way back from their evening excursions and swim happily around the catamaran. Sail across the pacific ocean and explore beauty of volcanic proportions in the hawaiian islands.
Due to strict permitting, we cannot pick up at the cruise. Join us on the west side of oahu for a great ko olina ocean adventure with our dolphin snorkeling tours. Ocean joy cruises will take you to the unspoiled waianae coastline on the island of oahu where dolphins, turtles and other hawaiian sea life play and flourish. A helicopter flies over hanauma bay on the island of oahu in the. Enjoy the calm waters of the west coast of oahu on this early morning dolphin watching cruise. Enjoy a threehour cruise, where youll jump in the warm waters of the pacific, getting up and close with playful spinner dolphins. You may also spot kohola from the southern shores of oahu, especially at. Located near the four seasons and disney aulani hotel and resort, our morning calm or afternoon adventure snorkeling tour leaves when the sun is hot and the water is cooling. Plus best dolphin activities, with certified naturalists. Swim with dolphins oahu hawaiis best wild dolphin swim. A great choice for early birds to experience dolphins and snorkeling. This dolphin excursion lets you snorkel at two of the most spectacular dive spots on the west coast of oahu and swim with dolphins.
Since we are the only cruise line that homeports in hawaii, offering convenient yearround. On your hawaii cruise, explore four islands with two overnight stays in seven. Discover what more than 300,000 people have experienced. Each year, oahu s shallow, tropical waters teem with seasonal visitorshumpback whales that depart chilly alaska for tropical hawaii to mate and give birth. Whale watching tours and cruises depart from various ports along oahus southern. The unanimous consensus, when polling those in the know, is that the calm and clear waters along the islands wai. The very best months are february and march when whale sightings are almost guaranteed. Dolphins are not water toys or petsthe flipper myth of a friendly wild dolphin has given us the wrong idea. Swim with dolphins oahu dolphin snorkeling oahu tom. Swim with wild dolphins and sea turtles in their natural habitat in hawaii. Dolphins are often spotted, but there is no 100% guarantee of dolphin. Yearround, daily, oahu dolphin encounter portion of the charter may also include swimming with wild dolphins swim, green sea turtle encounters reef snorkeling tours and whale watching.
We plan to reopen our tours starting april 6th and continue to accept future bookings. Watch and be awed by spinner dolphins and other marine life off the coast of oahu on the dolphin watching cruise and lunch from cloud 9 living. This oahu dolphin watching cruise departs from waianae harbor, which allows visitors to experience a lesservisited side of oahu. Dolphin star wild dolphin watch and bbq cruise is an aulani excursion that features a catamaran cruise, hamburger barbecue station and nature. Narration by on board certified naturalists, including a video presentation. So entrusting a an established and ecofriendly boat cruise is the best way to maximize chances of safely seeing dolphins. Dolphin lanai room luxury hotel oahu the kahala hotel. Our all new boat takes you on a cruise along the stunning west coast of oahu, where you will swim with wild hawaiian spinner dolphins in the crystal clear ocean waters of hawaii. Hawaii ocean project is a locally owned and operated excursion company that has been serving mauis residents and visitors for over 35 years. Sail down the coast of oahu with fantastic views of diamond head, the colorful waikiki sunset and the weekly fireworks display.
Dolphin excursions snorkel adventure waianae 2020 all you. Oahu s only marine vessel designed exclusively for the best ocean activity experience. Kaala rising high above the coast, youll ply the waters in search of pods of hawaiian spinner dolphins. Hawaii dolphin tours swim with dolphins in oahu dolphins. This area is well known for having the calmest and clearest waters around oahu, and is ideal for snorkeling, whale watching in season and dolphin. Oahu wild dolphin watching cruise with optional snorkel. On your hawaii cruise, explore four islands with two overnight stays in seven days. Make your dream come true and swim with graceful spinner dolphins on a snorkeling tour in waianae. Go here from your mobile device and click your account to create a user login. Oahu s scenic west shore is the best place on the island to see spinner dolphins in their natural habitat. About dolphin star hoku naia meet wild dolphins on a hawaiian ecotour for all ages aboard the dolphin stars wild dolphin watch. Oahu s scenic west shore is the best place on the island to see spinner dolphins in their. Koolina snorkel catamaran dolphin tour adventure tours hawaii. Honolulu whale watching deals in honolulu, hi groupon.
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