An Aquarium Without the Glass - The
Best Half of Hawaii is Underwater...
Snorkeling Oahu, Hawaii Boat Tour
Coral reefs were important to the ancient Hawaiians for subsistence, culture and survival. Snorkeling
accesses one of Hawaii's most outstandingly rich and unique realms. Oahu's Waianae coast is home to premier snorkel spots, where light winds, minimal rainfall, and limited development keep the water calm and clear.
Wild Side's marine biologist led snorkeling tour's have been voted #2 in the USA by National Geographic and were also nominated for Hawaii's own prestigious Living Reef Award.
We'll share our personal best with you, tailored to what you want to see. You can swim and snorkel nearby green sea turtles nibbling on coral reefs and fish (found only in Hawaiian waters) meandering
through a fluid neighborhood while whistles of dolphins and the winter song of whales are present in the background (well OK,
at least the ever present sound of snapping shrimp!) - all in waters ra
nging in temperature from 76 - 82 degrees.
"Clear water, gentle currents, abundant aquatic life and the chance to get away from the crowds"
Getting
into the water aboard the Island Spirit (Morning Wildlife Cruise) is "easy-on, easy-off" with our staircase ladder, as pictured to the right.
Much more than a "taxi
service" shuttling you between sites, your own marine biologist crew is always on the lookout for wildlife encounters, other interesting sightings, or areas of historical or cultural significance.
Snorkeling Oahu's ancient west side can put tourist-heavy areas like Hanauma Bay to shame
with serenity, natural beauty and healthy reef communities. View tropical
reef snorkel spots, about 45 minutes - but
worlds away - from the the city bustle of 
Waikiki or Honolulu...
Snorkeling equipment and instruction are provided along with food, and drinks during the three hours that we will be maximizing your experience both on and in the water.
Fish Feeding
Fish feeding has been shown to change reef systems, and make fish aggressive. Help the reef and stay safe, please leave the fish food (and plastic bags!) at home.
Good
Hawaii Snorkeling Practices | Ocean Safety Tips | Snorkeling Mistakes to Avoid
How to Respect Hawaii's Marine Life, (great video!)
While snorkeling, wear protective clothing and sunscreen to avoid sunburn, even on cloudy days. Hawaii's average UV Index of 10, means a fair skin person will burn in 7-9 MINUTES.
"I have a lifelong appreciation for (kinship with?) wildlife, grew up in a "cowboy" area. Upon arriving in Hawaii, I missed the warm furry critters
that I was used to. We don't even have squirrels, in this, the most
geographically isolated land. I took to the water to satisfy the nature disconnect I was feeling. Wow, reefs are more diverse than rainforests, and
what land animal can compete with the beauty, intelligence, and evolutionary
success of dolphins and whales?" Tori Cullins on snorkeling Oahu
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Wild Side Specialty Tours, LLC
Tours with Integrity - on the island of Oahu:
Waianae Boat Harbor, A5
Oahu Hawaii 96792 (snorkel near Ko Olina Resorts)
TEL (808) 306-7273
FAX (808) 668-4075
email: mailto:reservations@sailhawaii.com
