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Kona: 3 hour Dolphin Watch, Double Snorkel, & BBQ Lunch

1. Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure - Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17 - The friendly staff welcomes guests with a warm Aloha - Wetsuit fitting *Optional for additional fee** 2. Depart from Honokohau Harbor - Crew and captain introductions - Tour guide will give an overview of the tour and cover all safety measures 3. Cruise along the Kona Coastline - Watch Hawaiian spinner dolphins (Watch whales Dec. 15 - Mar.31) - Swim in 2 snorkel spots (Garden Eel Cove, Pawai Bay, Makalawena, Kaloko fish ponds, Keahou) 3. Enjoy freshly grilled lunch + pineapple on the boat 4. Return to Honokohau Harbor - A Hui Hou!
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From $150
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Manta Magic - Night Manta Ray Snorkel At Manta Village, Kona, Hawaii

Avoid the crowds of the other "cattle boats" in Kona, and enjoy a small-group manta ray snorkeling experience with a maximum of 12 passengers. This tour departs from Keahou Harbor in South Kona and enjoys a short 5-minute boat ride to our snorkeling site, Manta Village. Your Captain and snorkel guide will educate you on Kona's famous manta rays and will discuss our safe and humane approach to engaging with the gentle giants. After entering the water, you'll hold onto our lightboard, with your feet propped up by floatation devices, as the manta rays perform a graceful ballet beneath you. The manta rays filter feed on plankton that naturally gathers at the surface just before sunset, then accumulates underneath our lights. This is an opportunity to enjoy an evening on the water and watch in amazement as the manta rays glide around and dance for you. We are proud to be a Green Listed company, and we take an environmentally cautious approach to our interactions with the manta rays.
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From $145
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Luxury Kona Coast Snorkel Tour Including Lunch

Embark on a unique adventure aboard the comfortable Hula Kai on the Kona Coast Snorkel Cruise. What sets us apart is our commitment to environmental preservation through sustainable business practices (e.g. boats fueled with biodiesel, composting of waste, no single-use plastics) & mindful dining. Our carefully curated plant-based menu, much of which is locally sourced from the island, reflecting our commitment to minimizing negative impact on climate change while focusing on the health of our guests and planet. As you explore the historically rich Kona Coast, you'll delve into captivating stories at significant sites, including the Captain Cook Monument & the Royal Holua Slide. The tour offers two unique snorkel destinations, showcasing the breathtaking marine life of Pali Kaholo, Red Hill, or the iconic Kealakekua Bay. Hula Kai invites you to a unique blend of history, culture, and sustainable exploration along the mesmerizing Kona Coast-a journey unlike any other.
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From $192.86
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Ultimate Ocean Encounters Midday Snorkel

On this 3-hour excursion you can expect to see and snorkel with as much sea life as possible. Trust our Captains and Crew with their knowledge of the Kona Coast and all the beauty it has to offer. Keep your eyes out for spinner dolphins, turtles, whales, colorful schools of fish and vibrant reef. You will make your way down the beautiful Kona Coast heading north to Pu‘u Ali‘i Bay, home of beautiful Makalawena. And believe us when we say, this is one of the most stunning locations on the Big Island. Lava rock and tranquil water is the draw to this remote cove. With 100’s of underwater species to see, this entire area is very rich in marine life. Excellent snorkeling along the lava rock outcroppings that run along the multiple coves. Location may change due to weather and sea conditions. Price includes all necessary gear: Mask, fins, snorkel and flotation devices if needed. Light snacks and soda/water. Make sure to bring your camera to capture all of the beauty this trip offers!!
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From $80
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5 hour Kona Private Boat Charter

Perfect for all size of couples, families or extended families. Experience Kealakekua Bay, the best place to snorkel on the Big Island or find a totally new and secluded snorkel area. Choose whether you'd like to focus more heavily on world-class snorkeling, wildlife searching, or private spots. After snorkeling, your captain has lunch and beverages for you. Hear all about the history of the area, the Captain Cook story. On the return trip, we hug the rugged coastline, and explore places Zodiacs with shallow drafts can get into! We show you natural blowholes, exposed lava tubes, and sea caves!
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Kealakekua Bay and Captain Cook Monument Snorkel - Small-Group Experience

We carry a maximum of 14 passengers so we can offer a more intimate snorkel experience than the larger "cattle boats" in Kona. In addition to delivering a more private experience, our small group size allows for more time in the water. Our passengers are able to quickly enter and exit the water as we explore Kealakekua Bay. If you book all 14 seats on any trip, you will have your own private charter. In addition to being the only party on the boat, you'll be able to work with your captain to customize your trip to your liking. For instance, you'll be able to decide whether to pick up and move to a new location or continue snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay (time and conditions permitting). Don't miss this opportunity to snorkel the famous Kealakekua Bay and Captain Cook Monument, in a private small-group experience that's unmatched. Get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime!
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From $109
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Dolphin Watch & Snorkel Captain Cook Monument Big Island Kailua-Kona Hawaii

Drawing on years of experience, our captains and crew will take you up close and personal with the dolphin. As we search for these beautiful creatures in the warm tropical waters off the coast, our crew will share their knowledge about these fascinating creatures, how they live and their role in the ocean’s ecosystem. Nearly every day, year-round we are able to encounter these beautiful animals in their natural habitat.
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From $150.72
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Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin Reefs Snorkel and Sea Caves

Small group snorkel at a colorful protected reef known as Kealakekua Bay located next to Captain Cook's monument. A truly historical sight! Encounter wild dolphins, sea caves, and more! Your lunch is also included consisting of a deli wrap, fresh fruit, chips, granola bars, juice, and water.  All snorkel gear and flotation devices are included. Cruise Ship Guest Depart from the Kailua Kona Pier- 32 ft Zodiac Max 19 passengers. 8:45 am Check in 9:00 am Departure **While most of the time we depart at 9:00 am, there are some dates we must adjust departure time in order to accommodate cruise ship guests according to their ship itinerary ***
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From $149
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6 passengers' max, Sunset Manta Ray Tour in Kailua-Kona

Join us on a fun and exciting sunset Manta Ray Tour. Voted a top 10 activity to experience in your lifetime. We will check you in at our in water slip (G-8), Our Crew will brief you on safety in the boat, and in the water with the Manta Rays. then we will enjoy a enjoyable 10-15 minute ride to one of two snorkeling destinations. Once we have arrived you will enter the water and experience 40-45 minutes enjoying the Manta Rays with our experienced swim guides. We have a very nice ladder, and comfortable seats for the ride back to the harbor.
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From $140
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Kealakekua Bay / Captain Cook Snorkel Tour in Kona, Big Island

~14 guest Max, on a Navy Speed Boat! Aviod the huge tourist boats with 30 to 100 people. ~Encounter Wild Dolphins & Whales *( wildlife not guaranteed )* ~Snorkel at a Coral Reef ~Enter Sea Caves, lava tubes & Coves along the coastline with the boat *( depending on ocean swell conditions of the day determines how far we enter them & may have to skip some )* ~Pineapple & water included ~Snorkel gear & floatation devices included *Tour time is NOT EXACT on this adventure!
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From $115
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Full-Day Hakalau Forest Reserve Bird Watching Adventure

Hakalau means “many perches.” Named by Hawaiians long ago, it is still recognized as critical bird habitat today. Once part of a large cattle ranch, it was the first National Wildlife Refuge in the country established for forest birds and it’s home to some of the rarest plants and animals on earth. The Pua Akala tract we access is not open to the public and is an excellent example of successful conservation practices. Enjoy first-class comfort adventuring in our 4-wheel drive Short Wheel Base Mercedes Sprinter along with a more intimate experience with a small group size of 10 guests. Join your interpretative naturalist expert birding guide to search for rare native plants, animals, and endemic Hawaiian birds such as the Akepa, Akiapolaau, Amakihi, Apapane, Hawaii Creeper, Iiwi, Elepaio, Omao, Io and Pueo. Riding in style with our best-in-class field guides to a restricted-access nature preserve, you’ll experience a truly unique Hawaii Island adventure.
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Shore Excursion: Hawaii Volcano Adventure Tour from Hilo

Waterfall & Volcano Adventure Tour. This tour will take you to all the tourist attraction in or near Hilo. Let this local operator make your day full of joyful memories. Volcanoes eruptions will amaze you with it's size and active volcanic eruptions. The lava flow area includes 323,431 acres of land. Over half of the park is designated the Hawaii Volcanoes Wilderness area. The park encompasses diverse environments that range from sea level to the summit of the Earth's most massive active volcano.
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4-Hour Kona Private Charter

Perfect for all size of couples, families or extended families. Experience Kealakekua Bay, the best place to snorkel on the Big Island or find a totally new and secluded snorkel area. Choose whether you'd like to focus more heavily on world-class snorkeling, wildlife searching, or private spots. After snorkeling, your captain has lunch and beverages for you. Hear all about the history of the area, the Captain Cook story. On the return trip, we hug the rugged coastline, and explore places Zodiacs with shallow drafts can get into! We show you natural blowholes, exposed lava tubes, and sea caves!
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Morning Reef Snorkel

Morning Snorkel On this four hour excursion, you will travel down the coastline to a amazing snorkel location. This location is depending on ocean conditions.  
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Discover Pawai Afternoon Reef Snorkel

Enjoy Kona’s most beautiful, local snorkeling spot. Our afternoon snorkeling trip takes place in Pawai Bay (pronounced Pa-vai) – ocean permitting – and is only accessible to guests by boat. This beautiful lava rock coastline is set aside for the use of native Hawaiian children, inaccessible to non-natives. We are fortunate to be able to moor in the bay and share the beautiful shallow reef wildlife and educational briefings with guests about the wildlife we encounter. This secluded location is a true local gem and is known as the most beautiful local spot in Kona.
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From $117.41