Explore dolphins in Hawaii culture, uncovering myths, legends, and facts about these revered creatures. Join our guided dolphin tours!
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Jan 21, 2025
My wife and I were not able to book the Honolulu whale tour on the day we wanted so their employee named Edward offered us a much more expensive charter on that day on the west coast of Oahu with th…Full review by vance G
Jan 9, 2025
We love it. Whales, tails and head, dolphins and turtles. Tyler took amazing photos and was fantastic with everyone. Ingrid and all the staff was great to, I really recomendFull review by GustavoF670
Jan 5, 2025
Even though the weather was not amazing, we had the best time. Saw Dolphins, Turtles and WHALES! Snorkeling was great - lots of fish and sea life. We had so much fun on the slide into the ocean! Real…Full review by hayleyhF7048LI
So the website says “swim with dolphins” but after reading the reviews it doesn’t look like you’re actually swimming with them? Do people actually get to swim with and touch the dolphins or are they just seeing them from afar?
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Aloha Catherine, We absolutely do swim with dolphins, as long as conditions permit. Our tour takes place in the dolphins' natural environment - the ocean - so we cannot predict or …
Aloha Catherine, We absolutely do swim with dolphins, as long as conditions permit. Our tour takes place in the dolphins' natural environment - the ocean - so we cannot predict or control the dolphin or sea turtle behavior. We try to get all of our guests as great of a view of the dolphins as possible, but touching the wild marine life is not permitted. This is Hawaii state law. The law is in place because touching dolphins and sea turtles can remove their protective skin coating and make them susceptible to illness. We don't want that! But as others have mentioned, the dolphins are curious creatures and do sometimes come very close. Observing them is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Please let us know if you have any more questions. We hope to see you on board!
Hi I suffer boat motion sickness, how long our we travelling to get to our day destination? Are the waters rough? Also is it ok for my 7 and 9 year old boys to snorkel with help?
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I suffer horrible sea sickness and this was my concern too. I forgot to take a sea sick tablet the morning we went but I actually didn't need it anyway. The boat is quite large and …
I suffer horrible sea sickness and this was my concern too. I forgot to take a sea sick tablet the morning we went but I actually didn't need it anyway. The boat is quite large and it's a very smooth ride. I chose to do the morning tour as I figured the water would be calm at that hour which it was and it's only a short ride to where the dolphins are. In regards to your children, my youngest is 9, never snorkelled before and he went fine. If you need any help or you're not confident, the crew will be by your side. There were families there who took their toddlers in the water. There were a lot of Japanese tourists who had never swam. I'm not a swimmer either and hadn't snorkelled before but I felt safe and the crew watch everyone like hawks to ensure their safety. I have no doubt your children will be fine.
Are the morning tours as crowded as the later tours? Is there really up to 70 people on each tour? That would seem to be too many for a peaceful wildlife viewing experience. Also, does the company ensure that the dolphins are not chased or harassed? I've been reading some things about how the Marine Mammal Protection Act discourages swimming less than 50 yards from Hawaiian spinner dolphins. Does this tour follow those guidelines?
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They were careful to keep 100 yards away from the dolphin and made of very clear to the group we were to stay behind them as they lead us and not chase, touch, swim to a dolphin. I did …
They were careful to keep 100 yards away from the dolphin and made of very clear to the group we were to stay behind them as they lead us and not chase, touch, swim to a dolphin. I did think the groups were quite big, not for stressing the dolphins out but more for the fact people at the back couldn’t see them when they weren’t so close, but they make sure they go again to ensure everyone has a chance.
Is the 1st tour (5am) better than the 2nd (9am)? Is there a difference in the likelihood of seeing dolphins and other marine life?
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We were at the 9 am tour and saw a lot of dolphins on the second dive into the water. However, we got picked up at 9 am and didn't leave on the boat until 11 am. We were in the …
We were at the 9 am tour and saw a lot of dolphins on the second dive into the water. However, we got picked up at 9 am and didn't leave on the boat until 11 am. We were in the water by noon. Didn't see any turtles, but it was a great trip and the crew made it really fun. They do their best and make every effort to see dolphins.
My husband is worried about what camera to bring - he is planning to be on the boat mostly but might get in the water some. Is there a place to secure his camera if he brings the expensive one while he is in the water? I'm planning on having a gopro with me in the water. We are super excited - we have booked two tours in June with Dolphins and You!
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I had my GoPro on the boat as well. They have little baskets you can place your personal belongings in. I had no problem with my purse and camera in the basket while I was in the office …
I had my GoPro on the boat as well. They have little baskets you can place your personal belongings in. I had no problem with my purse and camera in the basket while I was in the office water when I didn’t want to swim with it
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