Swim with Dolphins Adventure

 We begin as Nai’a I departs from Waianae Boat Harbor and travels along the scenic west coast in search of spinner dolphins. Take some of the most incredible photographs of your vacation as the spinners come to visit you and perform their superb aerial stunts. Few people have the opportunity to see these spectacular displays. Passively observing Spinner Dolphins while in the water is one of our goals. We follow guidelines that are dictated by Federal Law protecting these animals. We will make sure you observe these animals under an eco friendly leadership giving you a safe open ocean safari you will remember. We will also snorkel at sites with Hawaiian Sea Turtles and tropical fish. Occasionally, we encounter Bottlenose and Spotted dolphins too. During the winter months, we may even get to see a Humpback Whale or two or several. Excursions are led by seasoned island naturalists with years of experience on the Waianae Coast. hours and through the afternoon.

Early Bird Dolphin Tour

7:00 a.m. Boat Departure: 

6:30 am check in at the Waianae Boat Harbor, next to Spinners Cafe.

10:00 am return to dock at the same location.

Transportation from all Waikiki Hotels is not available now due to COVID. You may meet us at the Waiane Boat Harbor if you prefer to drive on your own. The cost is the same if you prefer to drive to our shop and meet us. The Dolphin Snorkel Tour is not at Hanauma Bay Hawaii. It is a 75 minute drive to our shop from Waikiki.

• Only 15 guests per tour!  Plenty of room to relax.

• View multiple species of wild dolphins year round  and humpback whales in the winter.

• Take incredible photographs of marine life.

• Swim with tropical fish, and sea turtles.

• Please feel free to pack your own food and beverages. 

• Snorkel gear is provided, but bringing your own is encouraged.  You may also purchase a brand new set to take home with you.

Adults (13+ years old)

$180

Kama'aina/Military (13+ years old)

$152

Children (4-12 years old, children under 4 not permitted)

$135

CANCELLATION POLICY: A minimum of 48 hours notice is required to cancel any reservation. A full refund will be paid on any reservation canceled prior to this minimum notice. In the event of dangerous weather or ocean conditions, we may cancel your tour, you may choose to transfer your activity to a later date or receive a full refund.

You can meet us at the Waianae boat harbor. Please write down or print these instructions. Our dolphin tour does not leave from Hanauma Bay. We leave from the Waianae Boat harbor.

                 PDF Map and directions (print).

                 Driving Instructions

Please ensure that you arrive and checkin at the Waianae boat Barbor at least 30 minutes before your excursions time.

Allow 75 minutes driving time from Waikiki hotels.

Take the H1, West (follow signs for Wainae)

Go past the Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park (look for water slides on your right)

H1 narrows down to 2 lanes and becomes Farrington Highway (Hwy 93)

Continue on 93 until you see the Taco Bell restaurant, on your right side.

Move into the left lane

After the next traffic light (3 blocks from Taco Bell)

take the next LEFT TURN LANE, into Waianae Boat Harbor

Look for the Dolphin Excursions crew outside the 2 story office building.

See photos and videos on our Facebook page

As of October 28, 2021 it is illegal to swim with wild dolphins.

Dolphins are protected by U.S. Federal law under the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972, Amended in 1994. Under the act, it is illegal to harass, hunt, capture, collect, or kill any marine mammal. Swimmers and boaters should make every effort to avoid disturbing them in their natural environment.

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