Oahu: Swim with Dolphins on the West Coast

Enjoy a small-group experience limited to just 25 guests as you set out from West Oahu on a comfortable and spacious catamaran. During your cruise, you’ll learn about Hawaii’s unique marine ecosystem and the wildlife that inhabits these coastal waters, including dolphins, green sea turtles, and colorful tropical fish.

As you glide past the Waianae Mountains, your crew will share insights into the area’s natural, cultural, and historical significance. The double-hulled catamaran ensures a stable and relaxing ride, making this adventure ideal for families and travelers of all ages. Throughout the tour, you’ll have the chance to spot wild sea creatures and experience the thrill of seeing them in their natural habitat, all while following Hawaii’s commitment to ocean conservation. With certified lifeguards leading the excursion, you can relax knowing you’re in safe hands as you enjoy this fun and educational Hawaiian adventure.

During peak seasons, additional departures may be added to accommodate high demand. You will be notified by email if a special schedule is introduced after your booking.

1. Waianae Mountain Range

Pickup details

7:30am is the departure time of the boat, not the pick-up time.
The details of the transportation will be contacted by email from the tour operators via Viator after booking. Please confirm the junk e-mail setting.
The boat will return to the harbor at 11:30am and if you use our transportation service, the return to Waikiki will be around 1:30pm.

Pick up time & Details
Please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled departure time and allow a 15 minute window for your driver to arrive.

・AM 5:40Ala Moana Hotel
(Please meet us on Mahukona Street located on the south side of Ala Moana Hotel.)
・AM 5:45 Ilikai
(Please meet us on main entrance (under staircase) located on Ala Moana Blvd.side of Ilikai Hotel.)
・AM 5:50 Trump International
(Please meet us on main entrance located on Saratoga Road side of Trump International.)
・AM 5:55 Ritz Carlton
(Please meet us on main entrance located on Kalaimoku Street side of Ritz Carlton.)
・AM 6:00 DFS
(Please meet us on main entrance located on Royal Hawaiian Avenue side of DFS Galleria.)
・AM 6:10 Hyatt Regency
(Please meet us on the entrance located on Koa Street side of Hyatt Regency Waikiki.)
・AM 6:15 Waikiki Beach Marriott
(Please meet us on the entrance located on Paaokalani Avenue (Diamond Head) side of Waikiki Beach Marriott.)
・AM 6:55 Hotels in the Ko Olina area (Marriott's Ko Olina, Aulani Resort, etc)
(Please meet us on main entrance of your hotel.)

・If you can to drive on your own, meeting point is below:

Waianae Small Boat Harbor
85-491 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792

If you go to the waterfront of the harbor, you will see a 2 story building with an orange roof, so please wait in front of it (Pier A) at 7:15AM.
Please check in at least 15 minutes Prior to the Tour time. We will be giving our Tour safety briefing and have you sign our waivers.

Depending on the traffic traveling
・ From Waikiki is about 1 hour - 1.5 hour
・ From Ko Olina is about 35 minutes

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Feel free to bring your own food and non alcoholic beverages on the tour, we will also provide water, juice and light snacks for you.
• Please note that BANANAs are prohibited on the boat due to Hawaiian superstitions. It will bring bad luck.
• We have snorkel gear on the boat for you, but if you have your own snorkel, mask and fins, please bring them.
• Please note that sightings of wild dolphins and other marine wildlife are not guaranteed.
• The time required for the transfer between Waikiki and the harbor is approximately 1 hour. (Depends on traffic conditions)
• Weather and wildlife conditions may delay our return to harbor.
• Starting October 28, 2021 regulations under the Marine Mammal Protection Act banned the 50-yard approach to Hawaiian spinner dolphins. Therefore, if we encounter a spinner dolphins, we will keep a distance of at least 50 yards and our boat will move away from the spinner dolphins quickly. On our tours you will experience swimming with other species of dolphins such as bottlenose and spotted dolphins. Dolphins are wild animals, so the species you can see will vary depending on the situation of the day. Please note that the above rules apply when seeing Hawaiian spinner dolphins. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation for the protection of wild animals.
• During peak travel seasons, we may occasionally add special additional tours in order to accommodate a higher volume of guests. As a result, tour times may differ from the standard schedule shown at the time of booking. If there is any change to your tour time after your reservation is confirmed, we will notify you by email as soon as possible. These adjustments are made to allow more guests the opportunity to participate, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
• Guests under 18 years old must have a parent or legal guardian sign the waiver form.
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it's canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.