If you've ever wanted to watch dolphins in the open ocean, here's your chance! Oahu's scenic west shore is the best place on the island to see spinner dolphins in their natural habitat. Watch the spinner dolphins as they leap out of the water and amaze you with their playful acrobatics. The spinner dolphins got this name from the way they jump out of the water and spin in the air. Besides dolphins, this area is also teeming with a variety of colorful tropical fish and green sea turtles. Many cruises also include snorkeling. The water here is so clear that you'll enjoy excellent visibility – you'll be able to see all the way to the coral heads on the bottom and find yourself surrounded by colorful tropical fish.You might also spot the occasional green sea turtle. Check out these popular Oahu dolphin watching tours below.
Oahu Wild Dolphin Excursions
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Ocean Joy Cruises takes you along Oahu's west shore on the Kai Oli Oli catamaran to spot dolphins, turtles, and seasonal whales. This Oahu snorkel tour includes a Hawaiian-style lunch with drinks for a fun, small-group adventure.
This Wild Dolphin Encounter with Dolphin Excursions is an eco-friendly cruise along Oahu’s west shore aboard the Naia I to spot wild spinner dolphins, with time for snorkeling over coral reefs with tropical fish and Hawaiian green sea turtles. All snorkel gear and a deli lunch is included.
The Hawaii Nautical West Oahu Dolphin Watch and Turtle Snorkel Sail is a laid-back cruise along Oahu's uncrowded west shore, where you can spot wild dolphins and sea turtles. Enjoy a calm reef snorkel, plus a tasty lunch, snacks, soft drinks, and bar drink tickets included.