Quick Details
Adult
Ages 12 and older
$150
$ 135
Child
Ages 3 - 11 - Adult must accompany one child.
$125
$ 112.50
Infant
Ages 2 and under - Adult must accompany one child.
Free
Ride along ticket
$125
$ 112.50
Private charter
$ 4,050
Your Experience on the Kona Snorkel & Dolphin Watching Tour:
Your adventure begins with searching for pan-tropical spotted, bottlenose dolphins, and other marine creatures, including humpback whales in whale season from Dec. to Mar. Our speedboat, KIBOU, can comfortably cover more territory faster than many others allowing you to spend more time with dolphins once we find them. This also offers us more opportunities to see wildlife during our snorkel times. We’ll keep an eye out for opportunities to view other marine life that frequent the area as well as Humpback whales during the winter months of December-March.
Once the captain spots the dolphins, you can enjoy their playful antics as the boat is carefully positioned to give you the best view while the crew will share facts about Hawaii’s marine life to enhance your experience. Don’t forget to sit on the side of the boat for the best view of the dolphins!
After enjoying the dolphin show, we will head towards the best snorkeling locations near the shore where our crew will guide you along the reef in pristine waters home to turtles, fish, and more! You can also relax on our floating mat or hop back onboard to relax.
During our snorkel stop, the crew will grill up a delicious BBQ lunch of grilled hot dogs (veggie dogs available upon request), chips, and water and juice for everyone. You’re also welcome to bring your food and beverages. Alcohol is permitted after snorkeling, but please no glass bottles. Enjoy your lunch as we cruise back to the harbor, taking in the beautiful sights and sounds of Hawaii’s ocean and tropical setting.
If 3 hours is too much time to fit into your schedule, check out our 2-hour long dolphin watch and snorkel tour. Join us for an unforgettable experience of dolphin watching and snorkeling along the reef with turtles, fish, and more in Kona on the Big Island’s West Coast!
Tour FAQs
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Whether you choose our Premium 3-Hour Morning Tour or our Value, 2-Hour Afternoon Tour, you’ll experience the best that Kona has to offer! Our speed boat cruises the coast in search of wild dolphins and humpback whales* (seasonal*). The crew will share facts about Hawaii’s marine life to enhance your experience. Then, you get to snorkel crystal clear reefs and hang out in the water. If you’re on the 3-hour tour, you’ll enjoy more time with the dolphins, plus a BBQ lunch grilled right on board! Available Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays.
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Lunch (3-hour tour only), snorkel gear, non-alcoholic beverages, and snorkeling activities.
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Wetsuit rental is available for $10 for adults and $5 for children. Venmo or credit card payment at the harbor is okay. Sorry, NO CASH.
Photo packages are available for purchase depending on the photographer’s availability for that day. -
Yes, we do! You will be outfitted with a mask and fins shortly before we arrive at our snorkel destination.
If you’ve never used snorkel gear before, don’t worry. You can ask our crew any questions you have about how to breathe through a snorkel, how to keep a mask secure or how to use your fins in the water. Prescription masks are available (please contact our office in advance to confirm availability: (808) 636-8440).
You are also welcome to bring your own snorkel gear, if you prefer.
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Please wear a swimsuit. You can put them on under your outfits before leaving to the harbor. We also recommend bringing a beach towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and a long sleeve jacket or sweatshirt. You might also consider motion sickness medicine (It is most effective to take the pill an hour before leaving the hotel), a water-proof case or bag for your belongings and a reusable water bottle. Please be advised that your belongings may get wet.
This tour Includes lunch, snacks & water. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks. Alcohol is allowed as long as it is not in a glass bottle.
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Absolutely, yes! Our crew are life-guard certified experts who are great at helping first-time snorkelers and young children feel comfortable in the water. If you don’t want to hop in, you can also purchase a discounted Ride-Along ticket.
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Our speedboat “Kibou” allows for up to 30 guests on board.
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No, transportation is not included.
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Check-in is 30 minutes before your tour’s scheduled departure. Arrival and check-in is at Honokohau Harbor, 5 minutes north of Kailua-Kona. You will be sent driving directions to our Google location and photos of our check-in location at slip 17 within your confirmation email. Free parking is available.
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Our speedboat most often sees spotted dolphins or bottlenose dolphins. We sometimes see more rare species of dolphins. We also often see sea turtles, coral and tropical fish. Please note that because our tour operates in nature with wild animals, marine life sightings are not guaranteed.
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The Marine Mammal Protection Act regulations prohibit feeding, attempting to feed, and harassing marine mammals in the wild. Touching and/or feeding wild marine life in Hawaii is against the law.
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We offer two options for this tour: a 3-Hour Premium Tour with lunch or a 2-Hour Afternoon Value tour for those short on time.
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For the health and comfort of all our guests, Smoking is strictly prohibited on our tours. Please refrain from smoking during the duration of the tour. Vaping is permitted. Please be respectful of other guests on board.
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For a full refund, call (808) 636-8440 up to 48 hours before the tour. In case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, customers will also receive a full refund. No-shows will be charged the full price. With a doctor’s note, you will be able to receive a full refund after the designated cancellation period if the doctor’s note applies only to the person who holds the note. If the person with a doctor’s note is a minor, we will honor one adult as guardian for full refund.
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Tipping is not necessary but extremely appreciated! If you enjoyed your experience with us, we recommend tipping the crew via Venmo or cash on the boat. As a rule of thumb, a 20% tip is the average gratuity in the U.S.
We also greatly appreciate our customer’s reviews on our Google Business, Yelp, and Trip Advisor. Your experience helps to inform future travelers.