~ Basic Tour Facts ~
Morning Wildlife Cruise | Best of the West | Afternoon Whale Watch / Sunset Cruise | Sunset Charters | Island Hopping
Our signature Morning Wildlife Cruise, 8 am Departure, passengers participate in:
• Dolphin Sightings and Encounters
• Swimming with Dolphins due to high impact, swimming with spinner dolphins will only be by request, and only if both safe and sane to do so (for dolphins and you)
• Whale Watching - winter season
• Snorkeling with Turtles and Coral Reef Fish
•16 or less total passengers - 1/2 (or less) of the USCG documented vessel's capacity!
Tour also includes:
• Continental breakfast consisting of; muffins, bagels with
cream cheese, and fresh pineapple, unlimited granola bars all day.
• Bottled water,
juice, iced cappuccino, and sodas
• Snorkel gear, instruction, flotation devices
- assures you an enjoyable, comfortable and safe snorkeling experience.
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Hydrophone to listen to whales and dolphins...
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Expert, educated crew
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Miss the shot? Send us an email and we'll send you copies. We take photos of all wildlife encountered for photo identification purposes. Got the shot? Post yours!
Tour
time:
• Three+ hours
• Departure time 8:00 am. 
• Check-in time 7:30 am (must be at the boat by this time)
Tour price:
• $105 per person
• Ages 7 and up recommended, 3+ yrs required
Driving
Directions
What is the difference between the Best of the West and the Morning Wildlife Cruise?
"Best of the West" 8:30 am 
The intimacy of the most exclusive, luxurious year-round whale and dolphin watch / snorkel tour available in Hawaii, because you care - and if its worth doing, its worth doing right - 6 people max per cruise - the least expensive private cruise for your group in Hawaii, or immediate friendships among fellow travelers.
• Be part of the cause - Passengers participate in all wildlife sightings; help determine species; count the number sighted; contribute photos to our photo identification catalogs, etc. cruise highlights include:
Newest Yacht in Hawaii! - t win hulls glide over the ocean, if there's animals out there, we find em - in style.
• Dolphin Encounters
• Swimming with Dolphins (due to high impact, swimming with spinner dolphins will only be by request, and only if both safe and sane to do so - for dolphins and you)
• Snorkel with Sea Turtles in habitats rivaling a National Geographic special
• Submerge with tropical reef fish endemic to the Hawaii Islands. See white tip reef sharks (no cage required)!
•Year round Whale Watching on Oahu!
•Perfect for first-time snorkelers' with the extra personal attention of a small group guide
• Great for advanced snorkelers' - without large-group limits
• Expert Educated Crew -Hosted by Wild Side's marine-biologist founders. These long-term residents of the coastline posses innate local knowledge, humor and Aloha. Constantly in search of the "Perfect Day" of new finds, premium snorkeling, and optimal encounters - unparalleled quality is ensured.
 Miss the shot? Send us an email and we'll send you a link to everything we shot that day, above and underwater ($25 "shipping and handling"). We take photos of all wildlife encountered for photo identification purposes.
State of the art hydrophone (listen to whales sing and dolphins whistle in real time), broadcast over built-in stereo system.
(Wild Side Best of the West review by John Fischer - About.com)
Day-cruise includes:
•Lunch - Local First, Organic Whenever Possible, with Aloha Always
• Assortment of drinks on ice, water, iced cappuccino, juice etc.
• Snorkel gear, one-on-one instruction, flotation devices.
Give back! A portion of all proceeds are donated to the Wild Dolphin Foundation, they also get our data gathered while underway.
- $159 per person
- 12 years old and beyone welcome
- 3+ hours on the water
- Elite 6 passenger maximum
- 8:30 am departure
- 8:00am check-in (must be at the boat by this time)
Driving
Directions
What is the difference between the Best of the West and the Morning Wildlife Cruise?
Afternoon/Sunset Whale Watching : Winter months only, 2 hours, returns following sunset.
$75 per person, 6 passenger minimum - 20 maximum
Includes: Snacks and beverages.
What is the difference between the Afternoon Whale Watch and the Morning Wildlife Cruise?
Driving Directions
Sunset - Full Moon or
Stargazing Sails:
There is nothing more tranquil and romantic
than a Hawaii sunset sail. Enjoy
 the soft symphony of hues painting a Hawaii sunset. Unwind, re-invigorate,
and catch a kiss or two on the Pacific.
Depart one hour before sunset, 2 1/2 hour duration, see our sunset
charter page for specific full moon, stargazing or meteor shower, eclipse dates. Although
we may very well view marine life, we remain onboard during night sails.
$95 per person.
Includes:
Dinner and non-alcoholic drinks (BYOB).
Driving
Directions
Private Yacht Cruises - Comfort no matter where the day takes you -  "Money can't buy you happiness, but it can buy you a yacht big enough to pull right up along side it" David Lee Roth
Offshore treks for large dolphin, whales, oceanic sharks and pelagic birds encounters, year round!
•Delicious, balanced meals - local grown, caught, seasonal.
• Snorkel gear, instruction, flotation devices
Reserve the 34 ft. yacht Alaka`i for your group of up to six people. For details on our best journey, exclusive to Wild Side, click on the Private Yacht Cruise above.
Half Day Adventures $1495
Ocean Trekker Expeditions
 Basic Dolphins 101? Or week long immersion in the Life Aquatic?Which do you prefer?
Volunteer Vacations helping wildlife, pamper yourself, your soul, and renew your Nature Connection... in a wild way.
$1895 for the week long adventure.
Inquire now for fall of 2009!
"We are committed to practicing integrity and quality, leading in environmental stewardship and creating unforgettable memories for our guests."
Notice: Wild Side (complete terms and agreements) reserves the right to substitute vessels, and to seasonally modify departure and arrival times. Due to our popularity and limited group sizes, cancellations with less than 10 day notice and "No Shows" are subject to full charge. Prices quoted do not include state tax, harbor fees or fuel surcharge.
Although our sighting rates are at 90+% we cannot guarantee sightings, interaction with wild
dolphins whales, snorkeling,
nor ideal weather conditions. We reserve the right to not facilitate
in-water OR shipboard encounters which we feel may compromise
the well-being of our guests or ocean wildlife. All passengers are required to wear flotation devices.
Hawaii Smart Travel Tips
Reservation Office hours: 8-4 (Hawaii Standard TIme) Mon.- Fri.
Book online and receive a free digital copy of Wai'anae Drive Guide with tips on places to eat, sites to visit etc.
For specific details on each possibility, please click on the links
below. Snorkeling on morning charters weather dependant during winter
months.
Dolphin
Tour l Whale Watching l Turtle Travels l Night Sails l Hawaii Snorkeling l Rates, Prices l Online Booking l Hawaii Wildlife PHOTOs l Volunteer Vacation Package l About
Us
Frequently Asked Questions
Wild
Side Specialty Tours on the island of Oahu:
Waianae Boat Harbor, Slip A5
Waianae Oahu 96792 (near Ko Olina Resort)
TEL (808) 306-7273
FAX (808) 668-4075
email: reservations@sailhawaii.com
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