Big Island of Hawaii Dolphin & Whale Watching

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At Kaimana Ocean Safari you'll be guided by professionally trained ocean guides, boat captains, and underwater photographers to observe and interact with various wildlife along …More

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Kaimana Ocean Safari

At Kaimana Ocean Safari you'll be guided by professionally trained ocean guides, boat captains, and underwater photographers to observe and interact with various wildlife along...

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Join us and our expert local guides for an unforgettable Hawaii ocean experience. The calm, clear waters of Kona are perfect for incredible wildlife encounters. …More

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Two Tank Morning Reef Dive and Snorkel

Join us and our expert local guides for an unforgettable Hawaii ocean experience. The calm, clear waters of Kona are perfect for incredible wildlife encounters....

5 hours Free Cancellation

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Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Join us aboard our luxurious 50’ catamaran “Kona Style”, as we sail the Kona coast. Scan the horizon for dolphins and whales (seasonal) from our …More

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Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Join us aboard our luxurious 50’ catamaran “Kona Style”, as we sail the Kona coast. Scan the horizon for dolphins and whales (seasonal) from our...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Waikoloa Catamaran Snorkel Sail Including Lunch

Set sail from Anaeho‘omalu Bay on a 3-hour snorkel and cruise adventure along Waikoloa’s beautiful Kohala Coast. Aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha catamaran, enjoy …More

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Waikoloa Catamaran Snorkel Sail Including Lunch

Set sail from Anaeho‘omalu Bay on a 3-hour snorkel and cruise adventure along Waikoloa’s beautiful Kohala Coast. Aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha catamaran, enjoy...

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Humpback whales visit Hawaii from Alaska for a brief time in the winter. this is the time to take in the majestic Humpbacks. Hilo Ocean …More

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Hilo: Royal Humpback Whale Exploration

Humpback whales visit Hawaii from Alaska for a brief time in the winter. this is the time to take in the majestic Humpbacks. Hilo Ocean...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Red …More

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Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Red...

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Big Island: Sunset Whale Watching Shared Activity

The Kohala Coast is a whale breeding sanctuary and the best area on the big Island to encounter whale activity. The Namaka is a spacious …More

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Big Island: Sunset Whale Watching Shared Activity

The Kohala Coast is a whale breeding sanctuary and the best area on the big Island to encounter whale activity. The Namaka is a spacious...

2 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Set sail from Honokohau Harbor aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha for a 3-hr adventure along Kona's stunning coast. Cruise past lava rock cliffs and …More

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Kona Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch

Set sail from Honokohau Harbor aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha for a 3-hr adventure along Kona's stunning coast. Cruise past lava rock cliffs and...

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Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

Skim across the waves on an exciting Big Island Zodiac tour to Kealakekua Bay, site of the Captain Cook monument and Hawaii's finest marine sanctuary. …More

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Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

Skim across the waves on an exciting Big Island Zodiac tour to Kealakekua Bay, site of the Captain Cook monument and Hawaii's finest marine sanctuary....

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Join us to observe the behavior of the Humpback Whales while they visit the Hawaiian Islands. Learn more about them from our kind & qualified …More

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Kona: Kohola Whale Watching Excursion

Join us to observe the behavior of the Humpback Whales while they visit the Hawaiian Islands. Learn more about them from our kind & qualified...

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This two-and-a-half hour whale watch tour with a certified naturalist departs from the Kailua-Kona pier during whale season (December to April). Hear singing males on …More

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Big Island: Whale Watch Excursion

This two-and-a-half hour whale watch tour with a certified naturalist departs from the Kailua-Kona pier during whale season (December to April). Hear singing males on...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner …More

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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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4 Hour Super-Raft Snorkeling Experience in Kailua-Kona

Body Glove Cruises newest ocean adventure awaits you! Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled morning on the water. Enjoy the thrill …More

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4 Hour Super-Raft Snorkeling Experience in Kailua-Kona

Body Glove Cruises newest ocean adventure awaits you! Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled morning on the water. Enjoy the thrill...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Snorkel With Giant Manta Rays In Kailua Kona

A New Listing for an experienced company and crew. Snorkel Big Island has been operating Manta Ray Snorkel Excursions for over 12 years. Attention to …More

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Snorkel With Giant Manta Rays In Kailua Kona

A New Listing for an experienced company and crew. Snorkel Big Island has been operating Manta Ray Snorkel Excursions for over 12 years. Attention to...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Kona Afternoon Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument

• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Spinner …More

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Kona Afternoon Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument

• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Spinner...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Kona: 2.5-Hour Whale Watching On A 41' Super-Raft

A Whale of a Time in Hawaii! Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled adventure on the water. Enjoy the thrill of …More

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Kona: 2.5-Hour Whale Watching On A 41' Super-Raft

A Whale of a Time in Hawaii! Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled adventure on the water. Enjoy the thrill of...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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