moderate
6 hours
Guests should be comfortable sitting for extended periods and able to handle mild boat motion.
Join Wild Side Specialty Tours for an unforgettable six-hour boat journey off Oahu’s Waianae coast, discovering dolphins, whales, and sea turtles in their natural habitat. Perfect for wildlife lovers seeking a deep connection with Hawaii’s marine life.
Oahu's True Natural Gem • 6 Hours on the Water • 4-8 Guests Max • Ages 10+
Embark on an unforgettable six-hour adventure exploring Oahu's stunning coastlines and vibrant marine life. With expert guides, witness dolphins, whales, and sea turtles in their natural habitat. Enjoy personalized attention in small groups, and capture breathtaking underwater moments while savoring delicious meals. Experience the wild side of Hawaii like never before!
Our Deepest Ocean Connections NOTE: Our small groups sell out quickly, reserve early and avoid missing out.
The ultimate six hours on the water in the most wildlife rich area of Oahu. This fascinating side of the island offers a wealth of stunning scenery, with rugged coastlines, idyllic ranges and beaches providing a visual feast for every traveler. The beautiful landscape is also home to some of Hawaii's most iconic wildlife, whales, dolphins and pelagic seabirds - with behaviors narrated through the eyes of marine experts.
Calmer, summer weather has everyone excited to include the remote offshore areas of seamounts and upwelling, where the more elusive wildlife is found feeding, From planktonic larvae to bait balls and on up the food chain to the largest predators. Nearshore visibility is at a peak for underwater photography of green sea turtles over tamer coral reefs.
Oahu’s calmer leeward "wild" side will get you up close with Hawaii's most iconic sealife - dolphins, whales and sea turtles.
In private or semi-private groups, explore FAD’s (Fish Aggregation Devices) underwater ocean ledges, and seamounts. These attractions act as feeding and prime action photography grounds for a variety of whales, dolphins, seabirds, sharks, rays, mola mola, and whale sharks.
If swimming with dolphins, whales or other marine life is on your bucket list - this charter's small group size and experience with the wildlife give the best odds of fulfillment over any other tour in Hawaii.
Nearshore, in shallow waters coral reefs are alive with tropical fish and giant green sea turtles. Exclusive viewing of sea turtle cleaning stations, resident schools of pudgy pufferfish, or sunken artifacts such as a World War II biplane or tank.
Wear waterproof clothing and bring sunglasses to stay comfortable during your boat trip.
A zoom lens and waterproof camera will help capture close-up shots of marine animals.
Apply reef-safe sunscreen, wear a hat and sunglasses, especially on sunny days.
Seats are limited; booking ahead ensures availability for this popular tour.
Waianae’s coastline has historically been vital for local fishing communities, and many traditional practices still influence the region today.
Wild Side Specialty Tours emphasizes eco-friendly practices, aiming to protect marine habitats while providing educational insight into sustainability efforts.
Helps prevent sunburn during prolonged exposure under Hawaii’s strong sun.
summer specific
Reduces glare from water, making wildlife spotting easier.
spring,summer,fall,winter specific
Useful if weather turns damp or windy during winter trips.
winter specific
Capture high-quality photos of marine life in dynamic conditions.