Turtle Canyon Snorkel • Private

Turtle Canyon is a shallow reef system sitting just offshore from Waikiki, on the south shore of Oahu. The warm, protected waters and abundant reef fish make it a perfect feeding and resting area for Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles year-round. Unlike many snorkel destinations that require long drives or crowded harbor check-ins, Turtle Canyon is remarkably accessible – which is exactly why a Waikiki turtle snorkel tour with Holokai Catamaran is one of the most popular activities on the island.

On any given morning or afternoon at Turtle Canyon, guests commonly encounter multiple Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles – surfacing for air, gliding over the reef, or resting on the sandy bottom. You may also spot colorful tropical reef fish, octopus (tako), and a vibrant coral ecosystem teeming with life.