4 Hour Super-Raft Snorkeling Experience in Kailua-Kona Body Glove Cruises
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Kailua-Kona
Embark on a thrilling 4-hour super-raft snorkeling experience in Kailua-Kona with Body Glove Cruises. Explore multiple snorkeling sites, enjoy delicious meals, and spot marine mammals along the way!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Big Island Water Sports - Experience multiple snorkeling sites along the historical Kona Coast and keep a look out for dolphins, whales and other marine mammals.

This raft can take you to farther destinations than other tour operators, as the Super Raft can reach speeds greater than 30 mph. The vessel is one of the most comfortable rafting tours of its class, the 41’ raft is equipped with cushioned seating, storage bins, plenty of shade and an onboard restroom.

Due to the extreme exposure to Fun & Excitement, we unfortunately cannot welcome those with back and or neck problems, children five years and younger or pregnant women on this tour.

What's Included
  • Reef Safe Sunscreen
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Water & Soft Drinks
  • Snack Breakfast
  • Picnic Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Towel
  • Guests must provide their own transportation to the Kailua Kona Pier.
Additional Information

Body Glove Cruises presents its latest aquatic adventure for your enjoyment!

Climb aboard our plush 41ft Super-Raft for an exhilarating morning out at sea. Experience the excitement of a rafting trip without any of the inconveniences. Our ship is outfitted with ample seating, protection from the sun, and restroom facilities! The impressive speed and maneuverability of the Kona Explorer ensures snorkeling opportunities at a minimum of two distinct sites! There’s always a great chance of encountering sea creatures along the way!

A continental breakfast, a casual lunch, local soft drinks, and all snorkeling equipment are supplied.

All you need to bring is your towel and an enthusiastic spirit!

  • Children five and under are unable to participate.
  • Hotel pick-up is not available.
  • Not recommended for travels with neck problems
Location
75-5629 Kuakini Hwy
Kuakini Highway
Arrive 30 prior to departure. Free parking is available at our Retail Store in the Illima Court Shopping Center at 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI, 96740. The Kona Explorer departs from the Kailua Kona Pier which is about a five minute walk from the Illima Court Shopping Center.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Pinewoodparkglamping
Mar 26, 2024
Bucket List Experience - Wow! This trip was absolutely amazing! Katie, the reservations lady was so friendly, informative & helpful. Captain Kai, First Mate Chris & Naturalist Britany were all great. Safety was a priory, which made us feel safe. As we headed out of the harbour, passed our cruise ship, Kai picked up speed & together with the music blasting, it felt very exciting & thrilling. Britany was FULL of fun, informative whale facts & it was clearly obvious just how passionate she is about her job. After about 40 minutes on what was a trilling boat ride, mainly hugging the coast, which enabled us to enjoy the Hawaiian scenery too, we excitedly came across a pod of 3 Humpback Whales. We watched them & slowly followed them. During the trip we spotted about 12 whales. One swam very close to the boat. Seeing them so close was an incredible experience which we will never forget. Britany constantly gave us information on all types of whales, which we found very interesting. On the return journey, we spotted a couple more. Drinks were available at all times & we enjoyed a snack too. Nothing was too much trouble. Chris popped round a number of times to check we were okay & to check if we needed more drinks. The trip lasted roughly 3.5 hours. On the return journey, Kai stopped the boat to scoop up a balloon which was floating in the sea. It is very clear that they were all very passionate about the environment, conservation & the Marine habitat. We are so thrilled that we took this trip & will definitely do it again if we return. We can highly recommend this company & this trip. A big thank you from Kerry & Dave from England. 😃
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Kiran_s
Mar 25, 2024
It was low key fun. Boat... - It was low key fun. Boat was smaller and more intimate. We zoomed around the coast and the snorkeling spots we were taken to were off the beaten path. The water was very clear and the marine life was abundant.
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Guy_o
Mar 25, 2024
Just book them. - Great crew! Great boat, beautiful scenery, got close to some amazing sharks and turtles, and of course lots of tropical fish. We went to great spots, away from the throngs of other boats. Body Glove definitely the premium option for this experience.
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Andr_u
Mar 24, 2024
This is a MUST DO in Kona. - This was absolutely the best boat trip in Kona. There were only 4 guests so we had virtually a private expedition trip! Captain Erica and her crew Chris were outstanding - we would never have seen most of the aquatic wildlife without their superb lookout. Erica made sure we had the best opportunity to see everything. We had an emergency exit from the water whilst snorkelling as Eric’s had spotted a tiger shark cruising by - probably not a threat of any kind but best to play safe! On the return journey she spotted some hammerhead sharks and positioned the boat so we could get in the water and see them clearly - awesome! Chris made sure we always had enough drinks and the snacks were first class. This is the best boat and best captain in Kona (and probably Hawai’i!).
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P8750dwvickib
Mar 20, 2024
Amazing crew! - The views were amazing! The crew went above and beyond for me as a first time snorkeler. After snorkeling, they took us on an amazing tour close to the the island.
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Huskergirl75
Mar 3, 2024
Just Wow - All I can say is wow! Jacob and crew took us out and after 90 minutes of cruising and seeing only distant water spouts, we hit the jackpot. The crew perfectly positioned us to have an extended period of close up viewing. We got 40 minutes of footage showing the whale above and below water. Just gorgeous and the crew was so friendly and helpful. We will be doing this again!
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Landont888
Mar 1, 2024
Beautiful AM Snorkel Cruse - Took the AM snorkeling trip in the Kona Explorer super raft, it was a great experience the water was crystal clear and the staff was amazing, friendly and accommodating. We saw plenty of fish, dolphins and had a couple surprising whale sightings as well! It was the perfect way to start a day in Kona and we will definitely be going again next time we’re on the Island!
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Jennabp5595mz
Feb 25, 2024
Baby/Kid Friendly, Blended Drinks, Burgers, Warm Waters and Snorkeling above the Coral Reef - Baby and kid friendly, hospitable crew, delicious blended drinks, and they cook up a mean burger! The snorkeling was so memorable and it was fun to float in the ocean and observe the coral reef ecosystem. It was easy to do as a beginner. We saw dolphins and humpback whales. We "anchored" for a good two hours to explore the ocean and enjoy lunch. We took our two 15 months old babies on the boat and there was plenty of shade and seating for them. They have infant/toddler/kid life vests if you want to brave the salty water with the littles. There were plenty of flotation device options and we felt very safe onboard. The salty water was easy to float in and the was warm. The crew was so accommodating and you can tell they really love their jobs. 10/10 would recommend this ~4 hour day cruise to families and friends in the Kailua-Kona area!!
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Arezooh350
Feb 12, 2024
Excellent Experience - I wanted to share my experience with Body Glove during my first visit to Hawaii. I had the pleasure of meeting Dan outside of our hotel, and his recommendations were truly exceptional. Dan is an amazing tour guide who prioritizes your experience above all else. He tailors activities and experiences to suit your interests and preferences, going above and beyond by providing information beyond his scope. The vessel staff were fantastic, especially Jeremey, who gave a fully detailed explanation that made everything more fun and exciting. The lifeguards, Paul, Nathan, Kyle, and the others (my apologies for not remembering their names) made the journey more pleasant and memorable. Thank you so much to the Body Glove team for making this trip a divine and authentic experience for me and my family. I will definitely recommend this group to everyone I know.
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Northstar14449101232
Nov 23, 2023
Best snorkeling experience on the big island. - Amazing experience and outstanding service. Staff was friendly, knowledgeable and anticipated our every need.
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