Itinerary
Cruise along Oahu’s western coastline in search of dolphins on this exciting snorkel adventure. You will have multiple opportunities to jump in the ocean with wild dolphins as they swim by. After swimming with the dolphins, enjoy a complimentary locally crafted Turkey Sandwich or Veggie Wrap w/ chips on our way to our snorkeling destination. Once we are ready, we will head to the famous snorkel and surf beach, Makaha! Here we will lookout for Hawaiian Green sea turtles, colorful reef fish, and more! Experience several ocean activities like trying out our brand new 21 FT built in waterslide, Stand-up paddleboarding, and a big floating mat to lounge on. Once you are done with the water, you can rinse off and warm up with our ION hot shower on board. Enjoy complementary hot cocoa or green tea! This is a fun family event that will be a day to remember for years. View the stunning West Side of Oahu as we make our way along the shoreline with Iruka Hawaii Dolphin!
- Restrooms are available on board.
-Keep an eye out for whales (November - March)
- Please note; The dolphin swimming portion of the tour is fast-paced and recommended only for advanced snorkelers/ swimmers.
Stop At:
• Oahu, Oahu, Hawaii
See Availability.
Waiʻanae Small Boat Harbor, 85-491 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792, USA
Traveler pickup is offered
We do offer complimentary pick-up from select hotels in Waikiki and Koolina. Please note that pick-up starts at 5-6 Am depending on location. Please verify the pickup location using our confirmation link after booking or contact us. If you drive yourself, please arrive 30 minutes prior to the tour time. The crew will check you in and give you an overview of the day.
- Please select the pick-up points nearest to your hotel.
-The Waianae Small Boat Harbor is located on the west coast of Oahu in Waianae (1 hour from Waikiki)
07:30 AM
4 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : samanthagA5647WJ
Wow ! Booking with Iruka was a great choice. As someone who lives and works on Oahu, I was impressed by their professionalism and safety on board. I brought my sister who is visiting and we had a blast. Abby, captain and crew took great care. and... WE SWAM WITH DOLPHINS!
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Posted On : 2024-05-04
Posted By : Darin_F
They did find a few dolphins, but not very many. Maybe 10 or 12 that we only saw for about 45 seconds. They ran the tour like you are in the Army. We’re on vacation, don’t order us around like we’re Privates in the Army. The Skippers First Mate yelled the entire time. Very uneasy. I’ve been on over two dozen similar tours and I’ve never been treated like that. Would not recommend this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-04-30
Posted By : Sandie J
What a day on the Poseidon .
Best ever .We saw turtles,A Whale shark ,Hammerhead shark ,Stingrays,beautiful colourful fish and the ultimate wish swimming with wild Dolphins. Mother and baby dolphin playing together.
Pods of Dolphins swimming underneath us.
Once back in the boat the pod of dolphins swam right at the front for about 500m like they were escorting us back to the marina.
The Captain and the crew were absolutely amazing so passionate about their job.
The safety of the passengers was their top priority in and out of the water.
Thank you to all of the crew (sorry I can’t remember all of their names) for contributing to full filling my dream of swimming with wild dolphins.
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Posted On : 2024-04-24
Posted By : alicee949
The Crew was professional, fun, informative, and adorable. Great attitudes, great service, respectful and concerned about all of us on their boat...we had a blast swimming together with dolphins and saw a humpback whale and calf...incredible, beautiful experience! Thank you. We recommend this group 100%
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Posted On : 2024-04-21
Posted By : Stephanie K
Professional from the start - good communication, shuttle bus wa comfortable and had seatbelts, great boat, well-kept equipment, and warm and knowledgeable crew.
This late in the season we had a humpback whale swim right next to the boat for a bit - flukes and tail slaps and all! We swam with a pod of dolphins and chilled with some honu (turtles). Even met an octopus on the snorkel!
10/10 Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-04-20
Posted By : sampV9418ET
Had a great time on the poseidon. We first stopped by a reef to snorkel and sea some fish and sea turtles ( as close up as you can legally get!). We then got to swim with some bottlenose dolphins, and got vert close with all of them. We finally got to see some very chill pilot whales. The only negative part of the tour was the sea sickness when going out to see these animals as you are several miles from shore. Overall a great experience at least once.
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Posted On : 2024-04-18
Posted By : TorranceTroy
It was an early start and a decent 1 Hour Dr. out to the boat.
The crew and staff on the boat seemed knowledgeable and were very nice and friendly.
I recommend staying on the boat when others go out to swim with the Dolphins unless there’s a ton of dolphins out there… Hundred plus.100+… the view from the boat is way better. Snorkeling over a 20 foot deep coral was refreshing and nice. Saw several different colors of fish and turtles.
Yes, absolutely… The slide was fast and fun.
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Posted On : 2024-04-17
Posted By : Stephen_Q
We took our 2 kids, 8 and 13 and had a great experience. Super friendly staff, really well organised and safe, and we saw a humpback whale, turtles and dolphins. Highly recommend
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Posted On : 2024-04-11
Posted By : sarop244
Had a very great time this morning also Tim Alishiya, Shiala and Abby were so sweet and always ready to help. Grateful for this trip!
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Posted On : 2024-04-07
Posted By : 824juliab
All of our family and friends had so much fun especially kids. We had 3, 9 and 11 years old they had so much fun and in the water most of the time when it’s possible.
All staff were very kind and easy to approachable and kept checking on everyone. I can’t pick only one staff cause really everyone was always smiling and ask if we need anything or questions.
We liked little prayer and customs, so it was more meaningful and more than just a tour.
Thank you and we want to come back again.
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Posted On : 2024-03-31
