USA · SNORKELING
Good snorkelling trips fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 13 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
See Oahu’s coast, North Shore, farms, viewpoints, and snorkeling in one full-day island tour with hotel pickup for $109.
“One of the best tours we’ve ever been on. Aka was absolutely phenomenal. He was so knowledgeable and funny. Such a great personality. Do yourself a favor a book this tour. Request Aka if you can. You won’t be disappointed.”
See Oahu’s top sights, North Shore beaches, macadamia farms, Dole Plantation, and green sea turtles on this full-day small-group tour.
“Good experience, follow the plan, pretty much on time, good choice for vacation and relax. Recommend”
Snorkel Molokini Crater and Turtle Town from Maui with breakfast, lunch, gear, crew support, and a chance to see turtles and whales.
“Our experience was amazing! Both snorkeling spots were beautiful and the water was the clearest blue we’ve ever seen! We saw many types of fish and three turtles! The crew also were very friendly and took great care of everyone. We felt very safe in the water, they had two lifeguards stationed out with us at all times. The gear was clean and the optional wetsuits helped us maximize our water time. Food and drinks were also very good! Would highly recommend!”
Review of Maui’s Calypso snorkeling cruise to Molokini and Turtle Town, with meals, gear, safety details, costs, and practical booking tips.
“Turtle town was first and then Molokini for us. They opened the slide at Molokini. Food was plentiful. They slowed down on the way back for whales. Plenty of waves so some people became sick. See-through raft for littles. Morning tour was laid back with little music and alcohol. We saw several whales. Saw one turtle at Turtle Town.”
Sail, kayak through mangroves, snorkel coral reefs, and watch the Key West sunset with gear, snacks, drinks, and expert crew included.
“The crew was amazing—friendly, professional, and helpful. They were clear in their instructions. We loved this half-day excursion because it wasn’t too long and included some of our favorite activities. Kayaking through the mangroves was so unique. We would certainly book this tour again when visiting Key West!”
Cruise Boca Ciega Bay for dolphins, then snorkel and shell at Shell Key on a small-group St. Pete Beach boat tour.
“Had a wonderful time! Our guide was great and informative and he really seems to enjoy what he does. We got to see dolphins and manatees.”
Review of Hanauma Bay snorkeling from Waikiki, with shuttle details, costs, gear, timing, marine life, and practical booking advice.
“Amazing experience, lots of fish to see. Company provided all necessary gear and you arrive nice and early to the bay.”
Review of Pride of Maui’s 5-hour Molokini and Turtle Town snorkel tour, with food, drinks, whale watching, safety tips, and honest value advice.
“A great day. Crew is great. Kind, efficient, professional. It was s well-olied machine. Great snorkeling at both locations. Delicious lunch. And bonus that we saw a ton of whales!”
Review of a small-group West Maui snorkel boat tour with Honolua Bay, turtles, dolphins, seasonal whales, meals, and attentive guides.
“I’ve snorkeled lots of places over the years including Maui multiple times, and this was my best snorkel day ever! My son thinks he doesn’t love snorkeling but Derrick and Malaki made it fun and he had a great time at both snorkel spots - which were excellent! We learned a ton about the ocean, we saw whales breach, a pod of spinner dolphins, saw a turtle cleaning station, spotted eagle rays, eels, octopus, etc. Derrick learned everyone’s name right off the bat and made sure to point out fish we would have missed on our own, swimming down multiple times to point things out for the group. It really…”
Spot wild dolphins, snorkel Florida Keys backcountry waters, and cruise home with drinks or a sunset view on this 3-hour Key West tour.
“Penny was so amazing and helpful we had so much fun. Nicole did an awesome job driving and getting us information. It was a perfect day.”
Snorkel with Hawaiian green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon, then sail Waikiki aboard Hāwea, a hand-built catamaran with drinks and ocean views.
“It was my first time snorkeling so I didn't know what to expect. I absolutely LOVED this tour/activity. The staff was beyond friendly and kind and super attentive they really wanted to make sure we had an enjoyable experience and soaked in every moment we could. it was the highlight of my trip and I would totally recommend Hawea to friends and family if they ever visit waikiki because this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to do!”
Review of Key West’s small-group dolphin watching and snorkeling tour, with wild bottlenose dolphins, marine life lessons, snacks, and practical tips.
“We had a wonderful experience with Sam and Jess. Full of adventure and great snorkeling around the pods.”
Review of Key West’s Dip & Sip reef snorkel: reef time, boat comfort, open bar, costs, crowd concerns, and practical tips.
“It was an okay experience, we made fun out of it, the waves were rough and the boat was overpacked with too many people, approx 90 people..”
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