We’re thrilled you’re considering a tour with Wildlife Hawaii. We’re dedicated to sharing the stunning beauty of Oahu while respecting our island’s delicate environment. To protect our island’s natural wonders and ensure the safety of all our guests, we follow strict government regulations regarding beach
Laniakea Beach, also known as Turtle Beach, is located on the North Shore of Oahu and is famous as a feeding and sunbathing spot for sea turtles (honu). Additionally, this beach is a popular spot for locals for activities such as surfing, snorkeling, and swimming.
Green Sea turtles travel about 902 km; 560 mi from The French Frigate Shoals to Lanikea beach, North Shore of Oahu. Every year, many green sea turtles make the 1,200-mile (1,931-kilometer) round-trip migration from foraging habitats in the main Hawaiian Islands to reproduce and nest
The population of green sea turtles living in and around Hawaii and American Pacific island territories is increasing. From 2002 to 2015, scuba diving researchers circumnavigated 53 islands, atolls and coral reefs throughout the U.S. Pacific, conducting the first comprehensive survey in that region of
About 700 years ago, Indigenous Polynesians hunted green sea turtles. The first phase was during indigenous Polynesian societies (1250 -1778). Archeological excavations, for example, indicate hunting pressure from indigenous Polynesians was widespread and probably extirpated important nesting areas in the MHI.In the 1800s, ships from
