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Big Island: South Kona Snorkeling and Coastline Exploration

4.9  / 5
69 reviews
Activity provider:Sea Quest Hawaii
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Big Island: South Kona Snorkeling and Coastline Exploration

Activity provider:Sea Quest Hawaii
4.9  / 5
69 reviews

From US$ 180.96 per person

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Join a remarkable snorkeling tour onboard a rigid-hull inflatable with a canopy for shade. Discover 3 snorkeling sites and enjoy the beautiful coast and its array of sea caves and marine life.

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Duration 5 hours
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Experience

Highlights
  • Snorkel in pristine Big Island waters and discover 3 unique reef sites
  • Encounter a diverse array of marine life in their natural habitat
  • Explore sea caves and lava tubes
  • Jet through crystal clear waters on a rigid-hulled inflatable vessel with shade cover to remote locations
  • Enjoy complimentary snacks and lunch
Full description
Prepare for a thrilling day exploring 3 unique snorkeling locations in South Kona with time to take a break from swimming for lunch with breathtaking views. Begin your snorkeling adventure by heading to the turquoise waters and vibrant reef of the 315-acre marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay, with your crew members highlighting interesting sights along the way. Once there, experience a vibrant reef filled with coral and schools of tropical fish. On occasion, even catch glimpses of spinner dolphins swimming nearby. After snorkeling, savor a gourmet deli lunch in the shade of the canopy with the monument to Captain Cook as a backdrop and the cliffs of the bay soaring above you. Next, jet off to a new location with visually spectacular snorkeling opportunities and cultural significance, Pu’uhonua O Honaunau, the “Place of Refuge.” Beautiful Honaunau Bay is fronted by large, smooth, and lava rock flats and fascinating gardens of coral.  For your third snorkeling stop, let your expert captain transport you a location that even island locals have yet to see. At this remote location, snorkel at a remote black sand beach, marvel at a stone arch, or maybe admire a spectacular lava rock formation created thousands of years ago. Explore sea caves and lava tubes in a safe, exciting, and maneuverable vessel designed to get you up close and personal with the coast. Rest assured that the local operator is proudly part of the Hawaii Ecotourism Association and seeks to create a culture protecting and promoting healthy oceans through many sustainability efforts.
Includes
  • 5-hour sightseeing and snorkeling tour
  • Snacks and lunch
  • Water and juice
  • Snorkeling gear and flotation devices
  • Towels
  • Sunscreen
  • Swimsuits
Not suitable for
  • Children under 5 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments

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  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen

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  • Guests with back injuries and women that are pregnant are unable to take this tour
  • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour

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4.9 /5

based on 69 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Capt Skyler & 1st Mate MJ we’re great. I Thought 5 hrs would be too long but it was Perfect. We Hit 3 diff spots, saw the most Beautiful Fish! This was our best excursion so Far! Great for kids and grandparents. A nice Plus was the boat covered so we had plenty Of shade when needed. Also, Capt gave Some great history on the different places we Stopped. We saw water caves, and Lava Holes… amazing adventure!

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August 16, 2023

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Captain Brendon and Adam are a great team. We felt safe, learned Hawaiian history, visited many geological points of interest, laughed and snorkeled three very different reefs! We enjoyed the entire 5 hours. Their boat was comfortable and clean and even the lunch was tasty! Don’t miss this amazing day of beauty and fun!!

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September 4, 2022

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Elizabeth – United StatesVerified booking

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Excellent trip. Easy to find, friendly staff, and great snorkeling locations. We doubled up on the 3td location, after the 2nd stop was too cloudy from the surf churning up sediment. In addition to the snorkeling, our Captain gave a grest tour with stops at blow holes, caves, and large lava tubes. This was all interspersed with interesting bits of history, local anecdotes, and a genuine sense of humor. Plenty of water on board, and the snack and lunch weren't exotic, but fit exactly what was needed. Highly recommended.

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