What to Expect

Guests begin their experience by boarding our custom-outfitted vessel at Ala Wai Boat Harbor, a short walk from most Waikīkī hotels. After a warm welcome and quick introductions, our crew outfits each guest with top-tier snorkel gear, ensuring comfort and safety before departure. As the boat cruises past the Ala Moana coastline, you’ll catch panoramic views of Diamond Head Crater and the world-famous Ala Moana Bowls surf break, known for both its waves and its deep ties to Hawaiian surf history.

Upon arrival at the Sea Tiger site, a former Chinese trading vessel intentionally sunk in the late 1990s to create an artificial reef, you’ll receive a detailed safety briefing covering wildlife etiquette, snorkeling techniques, and our “look, don’t touch” approach to marine interaction. This site is less trafficked than typical tourist spots like Turtle Canyon, allowing a more peaceful, uncrowded, and authentic ocean experience.

After anchoring near the shipwreck, guests gently enter the water and begin their 35-minute snorkeling session. The Sea Tiger, lying at 75 feet below, creates a dramatic underwater scene, attracting a wide range of pelagic fish, reef sharks, green sea turtles, and occasionally pods of Hawaiian spinner dolphins. While the wreck itself lies beyond recreational snorkeling depth, its silhouette is clearly visible and often surrounded by schools of tropical fish, graceful turtles, and the occasional circling shark.

Throughout the snorkel, your guides remain in the water, diving down to identify marine life, demonstrate sustainable spearfishing techniques, and ensure all interactions remain hands-free and safe. The chance to witness sharks in their natural habitat is one of the major highlights of this tour, unlike the busier Waikiki snorkeling reefs, this site has a much higher likelihood of shark and pelagic fish sightings.

Once everyone is back aboard, the crew provides a short talk on ocean conservation, Hawaiian fishing practices, and the importance of marine stewardship, connecting the experience to broader efforts for sustainable tourism in Hawai‘i.

With salty smiles and unforgettable memories, the tour ends with a heartfelt mahalo and a “see you next time” as we return to the harbor.

Included

• Guided snorkel session above the 160-ft Sea Tiger shipwreck
• Intimate group setting (max 6 guests)
• Lifeguard, CPR & First Aid certified crew
• Premium snorkel gear: mask, fins, and snorkel
• Marine life education and conservation-focused guiding
• View of Diamond Head Crater, Ala Moana surf break, and the Waikiki cityscape
• Cultural insights about Hawaiian spearfishing and marine life

Requirements & Disclaimers

• Wildlife Notice: Marine life sightings vary, as animals are wild and free—no guarantees can be made. Refunds are not provided for absence of specific animals.
• Respect for Wildlife: No touching of sharks, turtles, or fish is allowed. All interaction is strictly observational, in alignment with state wildlife protection laws.
• Distance Rules: A minimum of 10–15 feet must be maintained from turtles and other protected species.
• Comfort in Open Water: Guests should be comfortable in open ocean conditions. Our team is trained to assist nervous swimmers and ensure safety at all times.
• Age & Health: Recommended for ages 8+. Guests should be in good physical health to participate in ocean activities.
• Not Included: Bottled water and gratuities.