Deluxe Kailua-Kona Morning Snorkel & Marine Life Encounter

• • • Basic swimming skills – must be able to swim or float unassisted
      • Non-swimmers are not permitted in the ocean
    • Children (under 18) must be at least three years of age demonstrate strong swimming ability and be accompanied by an adult at all times
    • Everyone in the party must be able to converse in English for safety instructions, no exceptions
    • Expectant mothers are not permitted due to the adventurous nature of the boat ride
    • Those that experience regular back or neck pain should not join this tour

• Swimsuit (please arrive in it)
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Sun-protective cover-up
• Reef-safe sunscreen (toxic sunscreen is not permitted on our boat)
• Towel
• Waterproof camera (GoPro’s avail to rent and SIM cards for purchase)

Storage space is limited on the vessel.

• Mask (some Rx available)
• Snorkel
• Fins
• Additional flotation (float belt)

Spend your morning in paradise with our lifeguard-certified tour guides exploring Kona’s most pristine coral reefs. Kona’s coastline is blessed with some of the most beautiful reefs in all of Hawaii.

We choose from eight local reefs all within 15 minutes from Honokohau harbor where the adventure begins. Most of these Kona snorkeling sites are only accessible from a boat. Skip the long boat ride and crowds of Kealakekua Bay and join us for an adventurous snorkel tour with a shorter boat ride to places it’s likely we’ll be the only people there. Shorter boat rides mean more time in the water where the action is!

This Deluxe Kailua-Kona Morning Snorkel tour begins when we cruise out of the harbor in search of marine life on the surface. *Dolphins, manta rays, and *whales can sometimes be seen along the way. If we are lucky we might come across the elusive whale shark! We choose our first Kona snorkeling spot and jump into the aquatic adventure lead by a professionally trained lifeguard-certified water guide. After experiencing the first reef snorkel, we take a break and enjoy light snacks and non-alcoholic drinks onboard. We’ll talk story about the interesting creatures we just encountered on our snorkel and share some local stories of the island’s history. We then choose a second Kona snorkeling spot to finish up our adventure. On the way home, we keep a lookout for more wildlife on the fun boat ride back to the harbor.

*Please note that the spinner dolphins and whales are protected under the marine mammal act and we can only observe from the designated distance.  If dolphins try to engage we have to take evasive measures to disengage from them.

Who this Kona Snorkel Tour is For

If you love the sun and getting an early start in the day this morning snorkel tour may be for you. On top of that if you love getting in the water then this tour is a must! If you are excited by the possibility of seeing some of the largest animals in the ocean then this tour is a real gem. The combination of a fun boat ride, snorkel experience on pristine reefs, and expert guides really make this Deluxe Kailua-Kona Morning Snorkel stand out as an experience you will always remember. Kona Snorkel Tours are one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty of one of the Big Island’s best assets. It’s coastline. The Kona coastline is known as ‘The Golden Coast’ because of all of the yellow tang fish that live here. They group together in schools and nibble the algae from the reefs helping to keep them clean and healthy.

Snorkeling Kona’s Pristine Reefs

Kona is known for having some of the best reefs in all of Hawaii. The combination of clear, warm, calm waters makes for an easy experience while the diversity of fish and topography takes it over the top. The Big Island is Hawaii’s newest island so it’s mostly still made of lava rock. When the coral takes hold and grows the parrotfish will munch on it. It’s the poop from the parrotfish that creates all of the sand we get on our beaches. Parrotfish poop 4 tons of sand a year! Since our island is newer the parrotfish and the steep sides of our island volcano mean we have little sand. This is a bonus because it means the water stays extremely clear most of the year and is much clearer than on other islands. During the Deluxe Kailua-Kona Morning Snorkel, it’s easy to float on the surface and look down at the reef to see the fish and occasional octopus crawling along the bottom. Our expert guides can help you find these elusive creatures. Our experienced guides are not only trained for safety but they are also trained for fun! Our crew loves what they do and it shows. Unlike other Kona snorkel tours, we value the experience we can give you on an individual level creating a personal experience where we are there for YOU.

Full payment is due at the time of booking. You may make changes or cancellations to your reservation up to 48 hours prior to your trip and receive a full refund.

We enforce a strict no refund/no reschedule policy with less than 48 hours’ notice before the trip, with no exceptions. We are a small business and every seat counts.  Thank you for your cooperation.

No-shows will not be offered a refund.

What if we cancel?

We reserve the right to cancel for any reason including, but not limited to weather, ocean conditions, passenger count, mechanical issues, safety for you, our guests, and our crew. We’ll do our best to reschedule your trip based on availability or you’ll be issued a refund in full. We will contact you via the phone number and/or email address provided in the reservation. We are not responsible if we can not contact you for important information regarding the charter.