Waianae Harbor is a small boat harbor on the west coast of Oahu, Hawaii, offering sportfishing charters, sailing cruises, dolphin excursions, whale watching, and snorkeling tours. It features facilities including 109 berths, 7 ramps, vessel washdown, fish hoist, marine sanitation pump out, harbor office, restrooms, ice house, and convenience store. Various operators like Hawaii Nautical (family-owned ocean activities), Dolphin Excursions (dolphin and whale watching on 34-foot RIB for small groups), and others provide services such as swim with wild dolphins, snorkeling with turtles and reef fish, sunset cruises, and private charters with limited capacity for intimate experiences.

Located on the west coast of O’ahu, Dolphin Excursions offers expertly guided small-group tours that provide an intimate and educational experience of Hawaii’s marine life. Operating from a state-of-the-art 34-foot rigid inflatable boat, the company is staffed by certified lifeguards and marine biologists who bring extensive knowledge and experience to each outing. The calm, clear waters of this region are ideal for snorkeling and wildlife viewing, making it a prime location to encounter spinner dolphins, sea turtles, tropical fish, and seasonal humpback whales. With a maximum of 16 guests per trip, the tours emphasize personalized service and responsible wildlife interaction, setting them apart from larger, less specialized excursions. The company’s offerings include dolphin snorkeling tours, whale watching excursions during the winter months, and turtle-focused safaris, each designed to maximize wildlife sightings and provide a safe, engaging ocean adventure. Guests can expect to swim alongside wild dolphins and sea turtles, with dolphin sightings guaranteed on certain tours through a return trip voucher policy. The tours cater to a range of visitors, from families to seasoned snorkelers, and prioritize safety and comfort, with attentive crew members providing guidance and assistance throughout. This combination of expert leadership, small group sizes, and access to diverse marine species creates a memorable and authentic Hawaiian ocean experience.