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Sunset Cruise & Manta Night Snorkeling Charter

You enjoy sunset cruising, and then, You enjoy the world famous Manta ray night snorkeling by private charter on our comfortable Luxury boat. It will …More

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Sunset Cruise & Manta Night Snorkeling Charter

You enjoy sunset cruising, and then, You enjoy the world famous Manta ray night snorkeling by private charter on our comfortable Luxury boat. It will...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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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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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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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 …More

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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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3-Hour Luxury Private Custom Charter

There's no better way to see Hawaii than from the ocean. Breathless views of the island and it's terrain. But the beauty of Hawaii is …More

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3-Hour Luxury Private Custom Charter

There's no better way to see Hawaii than from the ocean. Breathless views of the island and it's terrain. But the beauty of Hawaii is...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$1,950
Big Island: 4-Hour Private Charter Adventures in Kona Coast

The Kona coastline is an aquatic playground that's filled with possibility, whether it's snorkeling with manta rays, searching for dolphins, or watching whales in winter. …More

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Big Island: 4-Hour Private Charter Adventures in Kona Coast

The Kona coastline is an aquatic playground that's filled with possibility, whether it's snorkeling with manta rays, searching for dolphins, or watching whales in winter....

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Kona Hawaii Deep Sea Luxury Fishing Trip on Bite Me 5

In 2024 our vessel underwent a complete retrofit. We offer custom charters to fit all your needs. Experienced and novice alike, you will be guided …More

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Kona Hawaii Deep Sea Luxury Fishing Trip on Bite Me 5

In 2024 our vessel underwent a complete retrofit. We offer custom charters to fit all your needs. Experienced and novice alike, you will be guided...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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Private Charter Custom Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling

We are a local Hawaiian family operation. Providing that family friendly vibe, with an authentic Hawaiian style touch adding native culture and traditions to help …More

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Private Charter Custom Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling

We are a local Hawaiian family operation. Providing that family friendly vibe, with an authentic Hawaiian style touch adding native culture and traditions to help...

4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Kealakekua Bay Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument

If you are new to or have never snorkeled before, this is the ideal choice! Particularly good for families with younger children or swimmers who …More

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Kealakekua Bay Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument

If you are new to or have never snorkeled before, this is the ideal choice! Particularly good for families with younger children or swimmers who...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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6 Hour Private Charter in Kona

When you book with us, you are really in control of how you want your favorite day on vacation to go! We can completely customize …More

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6 Hour Private Charter in Kona

When you book with us, you are really in control of how you want your favorite day on vacation to go! We can completely customize...

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4 Hour Private Snorkeling Tour in Kona

Come aboard UliUli Moana for a luxury private snorkeling tour. Everything you need for the day is provided. You and your party can show up …More

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4 Hour Private Snorkeling Tour in Kona

Come aboard UliUli Moana for a luxury private snorkeling tour. Everything you need for the day is provided. You and your party can show up...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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Exclusive Super Raft Kona Snorkel Tour Family Friendly Adventure

Set sail on an exhilarating four-hour private snorkeling journey aboard the 41ft Super-Raft in Kona. This family-friendly adventure is perfect for those eager to explore …More

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Exclusive Super Raft Kona Snorkel Tour Family Friendly Adventure

Set sail on an exhilarating four-hour private snorkeling journey aboard the 41ft Super-Raft in Kona. This family-friendly adventure is perfect for those eager to explore...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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Whale Watch Excursion from the Big Island

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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Whale Watch Excursion from the Big Island

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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Waikoloa Deluxe Whale Watch

Experience the magic of whale season in Waikoloa with a guided whale watching tour along the stunning Kohala Coast. Choose between the thrill of a …More

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Waikoloa Deluxe Whale Watch

Experience the magic of whale season in Waikoloa with a guided whale watching tour along the stunning Kohala Coast. Choose between the thrill of a...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel

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, …More

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Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel

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,...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to …More

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Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

Every winter, thousands of humpback whales return to Hawaii's warm waters - and there's no better way to see them than from the deck of …More

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Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

Every winter, thousands of humpback whales return to Hawaii's warm waters - and there's no better way to see them than from the deck of...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Amazing Snorkeling and Crew
New York City
Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling
jasminecO8703JT, Sep 2026
Amazing Snorkeling and Crew
This was so fun snorkeling where the inspiration from “Finding Nemo” is from. Seeing the beautiful marine life and our captain was so informative and helpful. He made a few stops to tell us some history we even got to see the “Pele Goddess” that inspired Moana. They even had fresh pineapple it was delicious!
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Best Captain Cook Snorkel Experience
New York City
Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling
caydenm692, Aug 2026
Best Captain Cook Snorkel Experience
Fantastic experience, the guides carried the whole vibe
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Private fishing charter
New York City
4 Hour Private Snorkeling Tour in Kona
serenasR99YZ, Aug 2026
Private fishing charter
My family and I had such an incredible day on our private fishing charter. We caught 9 fish! Brian and Tracy are wonderful guides. 100% recommend.
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Amazing Experience!
New York City
Private Charter Custom Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling
Jorge_P, Aug 2026
Amazing Experience!
A great experience, the snorkeling was amazing! We saw alot of fish in clear water. The private charter experience was incredible Kelau the captain was very informative, knowledgeable and a gentleman, made my wife, 2 sons and 2 daughters completely comfortable. The information and history he gave us about the region was so interesting. A++ i would recommend this charter to anyone!
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Great excursion!
New York City
Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel
DEBORAH_P, Aug 2026
Great excursion!
Kris and Mary are the best host and hostess! They made sure we were all happy. The food was delicious that they served us for lunch. Snorkeling was great! They went out of their way to share information about the sea caves and the history.
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Amazing morning on the water.
New York City
3-Hour Luxury Private Custom Charter
Sightsee00423055200, Aug 2026
Amazing morning on the water.
We thoroughly enjoyed our private boat trip with Captain Chad’s Charters on the Big Island. These guys know their stuff! We snorkeled beautiful reefs, saw dolphins and turtles and loved the snacks, especially the fresh pineapple! We were very comfortable on the boat and we were able to choose our activities. We much preferred this trip to one of the more commercial snorkeling trips with lots of people and booze. This felt intimate and you can tell they really aim to please! Book with Captain Chad’s on your next visit to Hawaii- well worth every penny!
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Must Do While In Kona!
New York City
Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel
leah_r, Jul 2026
Must Do While In Kona!
Took my mom and daughter for a birthday excursion (daughter eight years old) and the experience could not have been better. Kris and Elayo were fabulous! I recommend this excursion with this team to anyone who wants an exceptional snorkeling experience paired with thoughtful snacks and kind, informative conversation.
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Amazing fishing and snorkeling with Captain Chad!
New York City
3-Hour Luxury Private Custom Charter
Cruiser16302150126, Jul 2026
Amazing fishing and snorkeling with Captain Chad!
We had the best experience! the crew was outstanding and friendly - made our time together such fun. we caught a 30lb Ono so everyone was happy!
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Perfect world cup tournament
New York City
Kona Hawaii Deep Sea Luxury Fishing Trip on Bite Me 5
585gillr, Jul 2026
Perfect world cup tournament
I loved my experience with bite me 5 the captian was perfect knew the spots to go and brad was a awesome deckhand chef
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Our family of 6 had a...
New York City
Private Charter Custom Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling
Monique_W, Jun 2026
Our family of 6 had a...
Our family of 6 had a wonderful time. My kids loved the boat ride and snorkeling at Captain Cook bay. The captain was great. He told us a lot of history about the island and showed some caves and rock formations. It was truly a wonderful experience. Highly recommend it.
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Awesome Experience!
New York City
Exclusive Super Raft Kona Snorkel Tour Family Friendly Adventure
Katalina R, Jun 2026
Awesome Experience!
Went to two amazing snorkle spots and saw SO much! Channing and Tepo were great! Super friendly and knowledgeable. The reefs were beautiful. Such a cool experience!
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Fishing, snorkeling, dolphins and Great boat crew!
New York City
6 Hour Private Charter in Kona
JenniferG303, Apr 2026
Fishing, snorkeling, dolphins and Great boat crew!
Our 6-hour charter with Ocean Kona Blue Boat Tours was the highlight of our Hawaii trip! Captain Kevin and Maddie were incredible—attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring, especially when one of our boys got a little seasick. Every one of us caught fish, the snorkeling was fantastic, and Maddie even found beautiful shells for the kids to take home. Lunch was delicious, and we got to watch a pod of dolphins while we ate-so cool! Kevin was upfront about the rougher seas that morning and offered to refund the trip if we weren't comfortable sailing, but he made the entire experience safe and memorable. They truly treated us like family and gave us great recommendations for the rest of our time in Kona and on Maui. Our four boys are still talking about it!
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Awesome boat, better people
New York City
Kona Hawaii Deep Sea Luxury Fishing Trip on Bite Me 5
jamescL1745AB, Mar 2026
Awesome boat, better people
Capt Brian and Cam were top notch. If you are looking for a luxury fishing boat with experienced crew, these are your guys.
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Whales and Waterfalls
New York City
Royal Humpback Whale Exploration
R3917CHdennisl, Mar 2026
Whales and Waterfalls
My wife and I took the whale watching tour. We saw a bunch of whales and got some great pictures. Then they took us to see some amazing waterfalls and told us about the beautiful beach areas. The old sugar plantation, fallen arch, surf areas and the water break. Very entertaining guild and boat captain.
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Glorious whale sightings
New York City
Royal Humpback Whale Exploration
billkQ8206JK, Mar 2026
Glorious whale sightings
The captain and crew were obviously very experienced at finding and following the humpbacks. Also, whitecaps appeared suddenly, and I was impressed with the way he followed the whales and yet sliced through the waves at an optimum angle to minimize rocking.
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Great tour!
New York City
Waikoloa Deluxe Whale Watch
loves2plan_vacations, Mar 2026
Great tour!
We took the 1 1/2 hour tour. Saw at least 6 humpbacks. They were breaching and diving. One even swam near our boat. Awesome experience! Brooke and Gail were fantastic. Very knowledgeable. The captain did something we had never seen on these kinds of tours-she put down a microphone into the water so we could hear the whales we were looking at. Definitely would recommend.
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