This was a once in a lifetime opportunity that was very exciting! Captain Grace, Kristen, Wiley, Brian, and Make made the experience joyful and interactive. They were the nicest crew and shared so many stories! The actual snorkeling was awesome and we saw a MONK SEAL - there are only about 1000 left in the world, so that was truly amazing. The whole crew was very helpful and patient with my whole family, which made us very happy. Snacks and tea were provided! Javier, our bus driver, was extremely safe and friendly! 100% would recommend to anyone! Try this out! read more

The dolphin swim and snorkel tour with Iruka is a must-book if you're visiting Oahu. This experience was nothing short of magical, and the crew did such a wonderful job executing the excursion. Captain Kurt and first mate Tim, along with crew members Drew, Gaylen, Dallin, Minako, Joanna and the photographer Brian made this an unforgettable experience. Everyone was so kind and enthusiastic, and together the team made the whole thing feel super seamless and ensured we had an amazing time. We were able to go on two different dolphin dives and swam with huge pods. The snorkel experience was incredible as well, we saw several sea turtles and tons of tropical fish! read more

We booked a dolphin tour through Indigo Ocean Hawaii LLC. The night before departure, we suddenly received a text saying our booking was transferred to another company. We only got a vague email after 10 PM, and the next morning we almost missed the bus because the phone line said "not working hours." Very unprofessional and stressful. We were handed off to Iruka Hawaii LLC, which was even worse: * Two guides - one only interacted with white customers, the other only with Japanese customers. As two Chinese female guests, we were completely ignored. * We clearly told them we were beginners, but once in the water, no one helped. My mask leaked, I choked several times, and no one cared. Extremely unsafe! * The captain told people "don't hesitate, just jump," but no real guidance or safety support was provided. * Equipment quality was poor. * The worst part: at the end, the Japanese guide handed dolphin keychains to every Japanese guest (adults and kids), but skipped us. We only got one after we asked for it ourselves. That kind of treatment felt discriminatory and disrespectful. Later we learned this is a common scam in Hawaii's tour industry: companies take bookings, then dump guests on others if group sizes don't fit, pocketing the price difference. Real quality and safety are not guaranteed. And it's not just us. Other tourists have reported the same issues: last-minute tour transfers, lack of care, discriminatory treatment, and serious safety concerns. Bottom line: Both Indigo Ocean and Iruka Hawaii are unprofessional, unsafe, and discriminatory. We strongly do NOT recommend them. If you value safety, fairness, and respect, avoid these companies at all costs. read more

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Iruka was amazing to work with! Our originally booked tour never showed up. Iruka was at the same location as the one that never showed. Iruka's staff bent over backwards to help get us on one of their Oahu dolphin tours that was leaving that same morning. No one made us feel badly for the all-extra effort spent getting us onto the boat. The staff on our boat were: Tim, Tim, Travis, Drew, Gaylen, Fuko, and Yuya. During the tour all staff were amazing and friendly. They clearly explained what to expect during the tour and what to consider before jumping into the water. For example, to be in the water near the dolphins, you will need to jump into the water while the boat is moving and them swim quickly away from the boat with the staff. This information was really important because it allowed my mom to make the smart decision to stay on the boat instead of going into the water as originally planned. Despite staying on the boat, Mom enjoyed watching the dolphins swimming and jumping. In fact, she probably had a better view of the dolphins than those of us in the water. The staff were wonderful with both adults and kids. I watched them help kids who started to panic in the water. They were great at calming them down and provided any additional assistance they could to make everyone's tour enjoyable. I greatly recommend this company to anyone looking to do tours. read more

Iruka Hawaii Dolphin - Snorkeling Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

A wonderful experience with wonderful crew! Drew, Sean, Ken and especially Captain Steph provided exceptional customer service. They insured all passengers on our speed boat were able to swim with dolphins! Safe, friendly, and so respectful to the ocean. My family and I loved them! read more

Iruka Hawaii Dolphin - Lovely and sweet dolphins - Snorkeling Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Army of dolphins is what we saw along with turtles! We Swam with them both 3 different times! Stef Ken Cristen were all amazing !! Recommend ! read more

Iruka Hawaii Dolphin - So beautiful! - Snorkeling Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Excellent service and amazing experience. Staff was absolutely perfect, from booking, pick up, boarding , boating, snorkeling and even picture taking. They focused on the people on the boat. 10 out of 10 read more

Iruka Hawaii Dolphin - Snorkeling Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The crew was so friendly and funny, it made the amazing dive trips so fun that I did another trip with them 2 days later.. The dive with dolphins was the best dive I've ever done in hawaii ! read more

Iruka Hawaii Dolphin - Spinning dolphins - Snorkeling Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This was great! Okay you can't control nature and we got lucky with dolphins greeting the boat when we left the harbor. I've done dozens of snorkel and dive tours all over various islands and this staff was one of if not the most well Organized and well staffed. read more

I have now done the Oahu dolphin tour 3x and the Oahu turtle tour 1x. I first discovered them a year ago and had the absolute privilege of meeting the owner herself! What a treat, Yuriko is the sweetest and I'm ever so thankful our paths crossed. The dolphin tour out of Waianae Harbor is most definitely a show stopper! It was my first time ever swimming in open water with dolphins. I've been lucky enough to see spinner and spotted dolphins on this tour! The last time we lucked up on a nursing pod and there were wee babies too!!! Absolutely breathtaking experience on the double decker boat with a slide, climbing wall, paddle boards etc. While we were cruising around we crossed across another pod and one spotted dolphin in particular was having a ball jumping through our wake a few times! Hahahaha it was fantastic first time experience for me on that one too. I swear he was giggling at all of us squealing at how cool he was! Lol The dolphin tour comes with a light lunch, juice, and water. The turtle tour goes out of Waikiki and its a much smaller boat, really enjoyed the small group for that tour. Max and Nate make a great team! We got the early morning tour so had a nice sunrise cruise out to the turtle spot. Lucky enough to get there so early because it got super crowded after about an hour and a bunch of other boats showed up and those guests from the other boats were loud and splish splashing and well rude. After swimming around and away from the gobs of people our group got blessed with a young turtle that popped up right in front of our group and hung out for a bit before we packed it on up and headed back. The cruise back was just as beautiful as the ride out with the sunrise. Such a peaceful and beautiful experience. Bring your own light snacks and water bottles on the turtle cruise. For both tours. All gear is provided so just bring some reef safe sunblock, wear your swimsuit and enjoy the views. Highly recommend and cannot wait to take my next swim! read more

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Truly life changing experience snorkeling with turtles. Captain Chris, Dalton, and Sam were amazing! They made everyone on the boat feel so comfortable and answered all my questions about the fish. We also saw a ton of turtles!! This was our first time snorkeling, but multiple people on the boat said this was far and away the best tour they've done in Hawaii. I can't recommend it enough!! The pickup to and from the hotel was a great touch as well and the driver was amazing and had a great taste in music. read more

Called and spoke to Stephen about a private charter for my family and I. I'm a resident here so he was working with me on Kama'aina. He told me he would have a rate that same day and would call me back. I never got a call back or heard anything about the private charter and now online it says "permanently closed". Communication is awful, as well as customer service -- I've also heard quite a few negative things about how this company is run from people in town. Be careful who you give your money to, it's not cheap (I can only assume, because I was never given a price!) read more

Following shuttle bus from Honolulu out to Waianae. Driver between Red Hill and Pearl City is an idiot. At Red Hill, driver is in second from left lane, that lane goes to Aiea, driver is driving 50 mph, observe driver cut in front of a Bus Handivan after going over Red Hill as going to Waianae and not Aiea. Handivan changed lane after the cut in front. Thinking why the sudden last minute change in lane. Did not get a good look at driver as was 6:30am and still dark outside. Lic # 2IRUKA. Wish I had a dash cam, would post idiot driving. If there were people inside I wonder what they were thinking about the driving. read more

had a great time during our experience! the crew was great, shout out to Wiley, tanner and Jake for making our time in the water safe and enjoyable! read more

Iruka Hawaii Dolphin - Snorkeling Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This was an AWESOME tour - saw tons of mama and baby dolphins and we had a wonderful time snorkeling. My husband got some fab videos of the turtles with his underwater camera. The crew were very knowledgeable, so we learned a lot about the Spinner Dolphins. Worth every penny! read more

Our family had an exceptional experience on our Dolphin & Turtle swim. The boat was great and the crew was fantastic! We swam with dolphins and turtles, and just enjoyed the opportunity to coexist with our marine environment. Great job Iruka! read more

Such a great snorkel trip! We went with our 3 young girls ages 6,6, &7.. It was their first snorkeling trip ever, so we were a little nervous. The crew made our girls feel so safe and comfortable! I feel bad I can't remember everyone's name, but I do remember Vivian's name. She was so great with our girls, and made them feel so comfortable! Maki was so sweet, helpful and always smiling! We definitely recommend the turtle snorkel trip! Thanks again to the Iruka crew for giving us so many incredible memories! read more

What a great crew we had for this trip. Capt. Ali, Vivian, Parker, Maki and Sam. Mahalo to you all. Safe and comfort for all of their guests onboard. read more

Iruka Hawaii Dolphin - Snorkeling Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We used this company to snorkel with sea turtles. And had an absolutely amazing time. This is a smaller company with a smaller boat. So we were only 7 people on this trip. (Other boats out in turtle canyon had upwards of 50 people. Yikes). We had a nice ride out to Turtle canyon. Sean, our swim guide, was super helpful getting us all set up. We saw lots of turtles and lots of fish while out snorkeling. Plus we saw a pod of dolphins swim by. After we were all done snorkeling, the captain took us out to chase dolphins for a bit before heading back to port. It was a really amazing morning. read more

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Staff is so kind, they really care about making a great and safe experience for everyone. We brought our kids ages 9,3,1. The older kids got to do the snorkeling. Baby and I got to sit on the Lily Pad and hang out in the water during snorkeling. We also got to swim with pilot dolphin/whales (only the adults). This was really special because they're rare and the second largest dolphin in the world next to orcas. Thank you Iruka team! read more

Iruka Hawaii Dolphin - So nice snorkeling before the big jump to swim with dolphins! - Snorkeling Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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My husband and I went on the dolphin and snorkeling tour and it was amazing! It was a relatively big boat, but there was only 9 of us. The crew: Tim, Wiley, Ken, and Dallon (?) were so kind and informative. They made sure we were all safe and comfortable in the water. They made sure we went to a location that was calm and looked out for sea life for us to see. We were able to see whales, dolphins, and swim with so many beautiful fish and sea turtles. Definitely recommend this tour! read more

After 11 years without taking a two week PTO span with my company, I decided I was going all out on my trip here in Hawaii. This has been one of the more enjoyable experiences of my trip. The day prior, my friend and I decided to take the company's other tour in another location for the dolphin tour and that was pretty cool. It was done on a two story boat and we saw some pretty cool sights including baby dolphins! This day though we focused on the turtle tour. We got a little lost when we arrived because we transported ourselves--- when you arrive make sure you walk towards the front (street/city side) of the harbor. We walked towards the back and were a bit late but our tour guides were super accommodating about it. The boat is on the smaller side and the crew and gang more of an intimate setting which I preferred. Max, was super knowledgeable about the wildlife, has a marine biology and teaching background, and was excited to share that knowledge with us! They do an offering ceremony, E Ho Mai, prior to leaving for good luck which I'm all for. No provided food on this tour, so be mindful to bring your own! :) Our boat got there early so we got amazing views of the turtles and caverns before the crowds arrive which I appreciated. As it got later in the day it got pretty packed with other boats but we had already got our fill of sights by the time they arrived. Also, Captain Nate does these hilarious boomerang shots for those who are daring enough to jump off the side of the boat! Definitely check these guys out if you find yourself in Oahu. read more

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I cannot express how much of an experience swimming with manta rays is. Even prior to the experience, we had called the phone number as we were having a hard time finding the spot. The representative was very helpful and was very patient with our frustration. After we arrived at the location, the process was made even better by the team on the boat. They played lively music and had a ton of jokes to keep everyone entertained. Not to mention they also provided snacks - chips, sodas, water, and hot chocolate for after the snorkeling portion. I would 100% try this experience again. It is amazingly beautiful and peaceful. The team was so kind to provide us with videos and photos of the underwater experience. 10/10 recommend and especially with this company. read more

My husband and I went on a snorkel trip with Captain Lauren, and I believe the two crew were Rebecca and Megan. It was a fantastic trip. They were extremely capable, patient, communicated well and all had a good sense of humor. We were shocked by how many pilot whales we saw! It was the best thing we did on our trip to Hawaii! There was also someone on our boat that was very scared to get in the water, but Megan assisted her and was very sweet with her. Highly recommend doing this excursion. Jackie C. Westfield, New Jersey read more

Sarah, Noah, and Ryan amazing crew. It was an amazing sunset cruise. We may not have seen whales but the sunset was unbelievable. read more

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This was a great experience to do in Hawaii. The fact I was dipping into the Pacific Ocean with sea life was beyond me! The staff here were fabulous. Super friendly, entertaining and very definitely making sure we were all good and felt safe which is important. The activity itself is a bit overpriced (like everything in Hawaii) but in terms of this group taking you and making you feel comfotable is great! I'd recommend this place for dolphin and seat turtle swimming! read more

If you're looking for a magical experience, look no further. Captain Nate, turtle whisperer Maki, and first mate gave us a life core memory. Maki lead us on our voyage by singing a turtle prayer. Upon arriving at Turtle Canyon we were greater by 12 turtles. We had such a blast that we came back for the sunset tour. I was not expecting anything other than a fun rode, then Captain Nate took us to his whale spotting spot and we were blown away. Incredible and magical team here, they really go all out to make your experience magical. Highly recommend and can't wait to come back again! read more

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Fun experience. The crew is extremely friendly and nice. Highly recommend!!! We did the sunset tour and the kids loved it.

I threw up most of the time but they are fantastic. Great customer service and I felt good once we got to the cove. Really good experience. I personally am done with ocean boats at this point but I would recommend. read more

The snorkeling tour was great. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. I don't know how to swim and the crew made me feel very comfortable in the water. Kristin was very thorough with her instructions. Sam was very kind to my mom who was nervous about getting in the water, he helped her get more comfortable. Jake was very friendly and took great photos. Overall the experience was great. I got to see turtles, dolphins and fish. The dolphins weee a bonus ! read more

Saved this tour for our last full day and couldn't be any happier that we did. We signed up for the 1pm turtle snorkeling tour and had so much fun we had to buy tickets to the sunset whale watching right after. As soon as we boarded the boat we were greeted by Captain Nate and his crew (Trevor & Maki). Maki helped lead us in a Hawaiian prayer in hopes of seeing turtles on the tour. That prayer worked wonders! We were surrounded by turtles during our snorkeling adventure, saw a manta ray, and whales for the sunset. The VIBES were perfect. Highly recommend bringing your friends and family. read more

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One of the most memorable experiences you will ever have in Oahu, Hawaii. The beginning of the trip starts with a Hawaiian chant and flower toss ceremony which made the whole trip very authentic and extra exciting. Also, not only do you get to see dolphins, but you get to swim with them through this tour. Because it is a wild encounter, you are not guaranteed to see dolphins during the trip. However, our group saw tons of melon head dolphins. Afterwards, the tour group took us to a beautiful reef where we snorkeled with sea turtles and many tropical fish. They even took out paddle boards, water slides, and a rock climb wall for people to enjoy. Even if you are afraid of water, you will feel extremely safe. The staff are swimming alongside you and will guide you throughout the entire way. I did see several people get sea sick so make sure to take motion sickness medicine an hour or two before the tour starts. They also offer transportation for those traveling from Waikiki like us. The driver was fantastic too. The photographer who took pictures for us was sweet and amazing. The pictures I attach are some of the great shots she took on that day. Overall, hop on to their website and book a tour now! Trust me, you will not regret it! read more

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I booked this snorkeling activity because my teen boys really wanted to see dolphins. Needless to say, the dolphins were plenty and stayed nearby for everyone to get their fill. The vessel was sturdy and the staff were attentive and safe. Everyone seemed to be having a great time! Snacks and water were provided on the trip but customers are encouraged to bring their own food. Customers have the option to purchase pictures of the trip. read more

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This is an amazing team!! Cole, Steven, Rebecca and their team are super experienced and helpful, this is my first time snorkeling, and had an amazing experience here. Highly recommended, and would come back again with kids. read more

Such an amazing experience with the Manta Rays! We even saw dolphins. The guides were fun, informative, and made our excursion comfortable and exciting. Would use them again! We had 2 young kids (2 and 5) that also loved it. read more

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We had the best time on our speed boat tour to swim with dolphins. Captain TJ, Kristen, Ken and Kerstin were incredible and made the experience so much fun!! read more

My husband and I enjoyed a great morning swimming with dolphins, sea turtles, and tropical fish. The entire experience was absolutely amazing and unforgettable. All the employees were friendly. Our shuttle driver was on time, and helpful. Our boat captain, while quiet, was friendly and safe. Our swim leaders/guides were entertaining and knowledgeable. The day was absolutely perfect! read more

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We had an amazing time with Iruka's captain and her team. Simply amazing!!! The crew was highly experience and helpful. This is not a booze cruise but a true professional snorkel experience. We did the dolphins swim but our amazing, fantastic captain found pilot whales which are technically large dolphins! We swam next to pilot whales!!!! It was spiritual and magnificent! We also saw several pods of dolphins, turtles, fish and reef. One point I have to make is the first pod of dolphins Iruka's boat found was a sleeping pod. Because of the love and respect this crew had for these glorious animals we did not go in the water. This is just one example of how professional and environmentally aware this group is. We respected, chanted and thanked the ocean for her gifts and she thanked us with an absolutely amazing experience. We will be back again and again with this amazing tour group!!! read more

Wonderful people. They ensured that our kids were in good hands. They were very patient and attentive to our children. Our kids had a great experience in the water and with their staff. They also kept their word in finding the dolphins, turtles, and tropical fishes. My husband said it was the highlight of our vacation. Thank you for a memorable trip. read more

One of the best experience you will have in Oahu, we joined the snorkeling with turtles and it was perfect. Saw a lot of turtles & fish, and the water is super clean. Really pretty and unforgettable memory. The staffs (Captain Nate and his Crew Brandon and Sean) were extremely friendly and they took extra care of everyone of us in the tour, you will feel extremely safe even if you do not swim. I highly recommend Captain Nate, Brandon and Sean, they are the best! Try this out and I think you will LOVE it. read more