2 Hour Big Island Reef Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Tour
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 2-hour afternoon adventure along Kona's beautiful West Coast aboard KIBOU, our custom-built speedboat designed for exploring Hawaii's incredible coastline. This tour is centered around a vibrant reef snorkel, giving you the opportunity to experience Kona's crystal-clear waters, colorful coral reefs, and abundant marine life.
As we cruise to and from our snorkel destination, keep an eye out for Hawaii's amazing ocean wildlife. You may spot spinner dolphins, Hawaiian green sea turtles, manta rays, eagle rays, octopus, colorful reef fish, and, during whale season (December through March), majestic humpback whales. Our experienced captain is always scanning the water to maximize your chances of encountering wildlife along the way.
With just two hours on the water, this tour is perfect for visitors looking to experience the best of Kona's reefs and marine life while fitting seamlessly into a busy vacation schedule.
What's Included
- Snacks Water & small snack. This tour is BYOB, alcohol allowed after snorkeling. Please no glass.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Professional Guide
- Wet suits are available for rent $10/adult and $5/child.
Meeting Location
74-380 Kealakehe Parkway
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wild animal sightings are natural and cannot be 100% guaranteed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-337841P10
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Average 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 18 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Water & small snack. This tour is BYOB, alcohol allowed after snorkeling. Please no glass.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
- Professional Guide.
- Wet suits are available for rent $10/adult and $5/child.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 2 Hour Big Island Reef Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 2 Hour Big Island Reef Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- SnacksWater & small snack. This tour is BYOB, alcohol allowed after snorkeling. Please no glass.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Professional Guide
- Wet suits are available for rent $10/adult and $5/child.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wild animal sightings are natural and cannot be 100% guaranteed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
