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title: Small-Group Dolphin Turtle & Whale Safari w/ Marine Biologists
lang: en
type: tour
city: Oahu
country: United States
price: 222
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.97
reviews: 79
duration_minutes: 195
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 23 of 71 (Snorkeling & Turtle Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/oahu/tours/small-group-dolphin-turtle-whale-safari-w-marine-biologists/
---

# Small-Group Dolphin Turtle & Whale Safari w/ Marine Biologists

In our comparison: #23 of 71 in Snorkeling & Turtle Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Leave the crowds behind. Small 10 guest, semi-private groups. Departures 7 and 11 am. Private bathroom, shade, comfort and speed to go where dolphins, turtles, whales, flying fish, and even pilot whales roam free. Every outing is customized in real time to wildlife conditions and your group’s interests—no rigid loop, no rushed timeline. 
*Ethical opportunities to swim with wild dolphins—and sometimes other whale species 
*Safari-style exploration covering diverse marine habitats, above and underwater
*Expert biologist guides share real science and island storytelling
*Flexible, guest-centered itinerary based on live ocean conditions
*Deep respect for wildlife—no chasing, no crowding
*This isn’t a party cruise or a packaged attraction. It’s a deeply personal ocean experience—ideal for families, photographers, and nature lovers.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Please meet us a the A Pier gate of the…
- Starts 07:00, 11:15: 2 departures a day
- Food included: see what is included

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €222 per person
- Duration: 3h 15m
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 79 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Wild Side Specialty Tours, LLC
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 07:00, 11:15
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.97 from 79 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 78 of 79.

- 5 stars: 78 (99%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Snacks
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Local Juices

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Towels and Refillable Water Bottle

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun
- Departures: 07:00, 11:15
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Please meet us a the A Pier gate of the Waianae Small Boat Harbor
Free Parking

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants must remain in carriers/slings
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- You may be in offshore waters and restricted from medical care (beyond first-aid) for extended periods of time

## Compared with other Snorkeling & Turtle Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #23 of 71** | €222 | 3h 15m | 4.97 (79) | shared |
| [Kevo's Beach Bus Paddleboard Snorkel Adventure North Shore Oahu](/usa/oahu/tours/kevo-s-beach-bus-paddleboard-snorkel-adventure-north-shore-oahu/?format=md) | €135 | 8h | 4.99 (507) | shared |
| [Waikiki: Small Group Turtle Canyon Snorkel Boat Tour](/usa/oahu/tours/waikiki-small-group-turtle-canyon-snorkel-boat-tour/?format=md) | €77 | 2h | 4.98 (515) | shared |
| [Kayak to the Mokulua Islands, Queen's Bath & Snorkel, Kailua Oahu](/usa/oahu/tours/kayak-to-the-mokulua-islands-queen-s-bath-snorkel-kailua-oahu/?format=md) | €212 | 5h | 4.96 (429) | shared |

Ranked #23 of 71 in Snorkeling & Turtle Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €634, median €108; typical length 3h. 3 of 71 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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