Top Oahu Swimming

Leave your preconceptions about sharks at the door and get up close to these sleek creatures on this unique ocean experience. Head out from Haleiwa, on the North Shore of O’ahu, and spend roughly half an hour swimming with the sharks living in the area. Don’t worry, though: even if you aren’t swimming in a cage, you’re still in safe hands, with a guide on board and a safety diver swimming with each group.

There is no better way to soak up the beauty of Waikiki than by watching the sunset from the water. This evening cruise is timed to coincide with the sun slipping below the horizon and painting the sky in unforgettable colors. You can spend your time relaxing on the deck or take the opportunity to jump off board and swim in the ocean.

This tour allows you to see the sights of the North Shore of Oahu, including Hanauma Bay. During this full-day tour, ride in a mini-bus to the Dole Plantation, Turtle Town, the Banzai Pipeline, and either Waimea Bay to swim or take the botanical garden waterfall hike or go hiking in Waimea Valley. Pickup and drop-off at Waikiki hotels are included.

The Kaneohe Sandbar is one of the best places around Oahu for swimming and snorkeling. But, without your own boat, it's tricky to get there. This boat trip does all the hard work for you so that you can relax on board as you cruise to the sandbar then spend your time as you please, whether by jumping into the water, spotting turtles or just soaking up the sun and scenery.

Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau with sunset coastal views at Paradise Cove. Enjoy a welcome Mai Tai and authentic Hawaiian fare, including fresh seafood, kalua pork, and tropical fruit during this Luau experience. Watch the sunset and enjoy entertainment from Hawaiian musicians, hula dancers, and fire twirlers. Three dining packages are available to customize your experience, and round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is available.

View dolphins in their natural habitat and swim within safe viewing distance to turtles and green sea turtles on this popular Oahu snorkel cruise from Honolulu. Sail into waters home to spinner dolphins, and then glide alongside colorful fish. Snorkel gear, kayaks, and paddle boards are available onboard to help you get the most of this outing. Hotel transport included.

Enjoy a traditional lei greeting and experience a luau on Oahu. Hosted by Chief Sielu, Original World Fire Knife Dance Champion, this event provides the ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in island culture. Watch a Polynesian show, learn headband weaving before indulging in a Hawaiian feast, including pineapple glazed chicken and kalua pork. Upgrade to include priority access and convenient pickup, for a hassle-free experience.

Fly over the sparkling waters of Oahu on 1-hour parasailing adventure in Waikiki. Hop aboard your 12-person boat, soaring up into the skies with one or two other people for 10 minutes. Then, spend the rest of your hour gliding across the ocean, keeping your eyes peeled for dolphins, tropical fish and sea turtles.

While visiting Honolulu, take a half-day tour of Pearl Harbor that details the history of World War II in Hawaii. Visit the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument and Battleship Row with a guide who shares informative commentary about Oahu during the war in the Pacific.

Share the warm Hawaiian waters with green sea turtles, tropical fish, and more on a 2-hour snorkel excursion from Waikiki. No need to wear your flippers and mask on the plane, as all necessary gear is provided. Under the careful guidance of a tour leader, discover the vibrant sea life of Turtle Canyons. Above water wildlife sightings may include spinner dolphins, flying fish, and - in winter months - humpback whales.

Snorkel with green sea turtles in Oahu's Turtle Canyon on this 2- to 3-hour tour departing from Waikiki. Board a power catamaran and sail along the shore of Oahu towards the island's best place to spot the resident turtles. Turtle sightings are guaranteed; if a turtle is not sighted, you will be given a free second cruise. After snorkeling, enjoy lunch (if option selected ) and two provided drinks while you keep your eyes peeled for passing marine life like dolphins and migrating whales.

Go parasaling over Maunalua Bay on this 1-hour adventure from Honolulu. Choose from two flights that take you 500 feet (152 meters) or 700 feet (213 meters) in the air for views of the Ko'olau Mountain Range, Koko Head and the Hawaii Kai coastline. GoPro videos and digital photos of your tandem flight and dip in the warm ocean water are available upon return to land.

Skip the crowded boat tours and enjoy a comfortable and luxurious snorkeling experience aboard a 50-foot (15-meter) yacht in a group of no more than six people. Spend your day exploring the underwater world around O’ahu and spot marine life such as sea turtles and colorful fish. Includes food and drink.

This small-group circle-island tour of Oahu is ideal for those who want to see a lot in a short time. In a cozy vehicle with no more than 14 passengers, you'll see such landmarks as Diamond Head, the Halona Blowhole, Byodo-In Temple and the historic Haleiwa Town. You'll also visit the famed Dole Plantation where you'll get a whole delicious Dole pineapple.

Get a new perspective on the great predators of the deep when you embark on this shark dive tour from Oahu’s North Shore. Join a small group and sail out to deeper waters for the chance to come face to face with these often misunderstood creatures in their natural environment. This is a cage-less dive, meaning you’ll be swimming in the water with just your snorkel gear.

Sail on a catamaran down Oahu's western coast during this cruise from Ko Olina. Glide through the unspoiled waters on this side of the island in search of dolphins and whales, then dive in for a snorkeling experience in a hidden local spot rich with marine life. Enjoy a Hawaiian buffet, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, before heading back to shore. Choose from three daily departure times.

Cruise out in search of turtles on this snorkeling tour from Honolulu. Enjoy views of Oahu’s beautiful coastline and look for spinner dolphins andturtles from the boat. Then don your snorkel gear and observe turtles in their natural habitat at Turtle Canyon. Complete your tour with lunch and a hula performance onboard.

Escape the crowds of Waikiki Beach by getting out on the water for a few hours. This catamaran cruise promises a smooth and comfortable ride out on the ocean and the opportunity to spot wildlife such as turtles and to jump off board for activities such as snorkeling, stand up paddle boarding and kayaking.

Cruise along Oahu’s western coastline in search of dolphins on this exciting snorkel tour from Waianae. Don your snorkel gear and slip into the water to swim with these playful creatures, while maintaining a safe distance. You can also enjoy ocean activities like paddleboarding, or our 21 foot water slide built right into our boat during your adventure.

End a day in Oahu on a high note when you book this fun sunset cruise from Waikiki. Climb aboard your vessel, equipped with your own drinks, and cruise along the coast just as the sun is setting. Listen to a live DJ play music and slip into the water for your chance to observe marine life like dolphins, sea turtles, and maybe even whales.

Book our semi-private Turtle Canyons snorkel tour for some turtle fun. Escape the other crowded boats and join us for an intimate experience today! We only take up to 6 passengers onboard to ensure that all our guests are comfortable. Our semi-private snorkel tour takes our guests to the famous Turtle Canyons to snorkel with the Hawaiian green sea turtles. We promise a 100% turtle sighting guaranteed or come back for free.

Do you want to dive with sharks? One Ocean Diving is an extremely unique program and shark dive led by marine researchers trained by world renowned shark experts Ocean Ramsey & Juan Oliphant. We are the first company in the United States & Hawaii to offer freediving with sharks without a cage and we continue to maintain a perfect safety record. Guests are taught what to do if a shark approaches them which is useful information they could use throughout the rest of their life. Guests are also taught about shark sensory systems, science, and can participate in data collection. Dives are recapped by the marine researchers who guide the dives (they are the first person in the water and the last person out and stay in the water with the guests the entire time) and conservation information is shared as well as opportunities to support and get involved. One Ocean Diving’s program is part of the One Ocean organization that does other conservation and research work around the world.

Go snorkeling on the south shore of Oahu with this small-group, half-day adventure. Join your guide for a swim and snorkel in Turtle Canyon and observe a wide variety of marine life including dolphins, turtles, rays, octopus, fish, and even sharks. Visit different, lively snorkel sites during one half-day tour. All snorkel gear and wetsuits are included.