Kealakekua Snorkeling: Luxurious Sail and Snorkel Tour on Kona Coast
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544 Ratings
Kailua-Kona
Embark on a luxurious sail and snorkel tour on the Kona coast of Kealakekua. Spot dolphins and whales, snorkel in calm waters, and enjoy a delicious continental breakfast and lunch. All snorkel equipment provided.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kealakekua Bay - Join us for a sail down the coast as you enjoy a continental breakfast with Kona coffee and breathtaking views of the Kona coast.

As we sail down the coast, scan the horizon for hahalua (manta rays), nai’a (dolphins) and kohola (whales - seasonal).

Upon reaching the Kealakekua Bay marine sanctuary, which is home to the Captain Cook monument, receive a water safety briefing along with snorkel equipment, snorkel instruction and water noodles. After your briefing, use our grand staircase to get in/out of the water where you spend an hour snorkeling in the marine sanctuary with its abundance of i’a (fish) and vibrant coral structures.

After snorkeling, enjoy a build-your-own sandwich bar for lunch complete with pasta salad, chips and freshly baked cookies as we set the sails and head back to Kona.

Our snorkel and sail adventure is a great way to spend your morning - sailing on a beautiful catamaran with a fun and engaging crew, breathtaking views of the coastline, an abundance of marine life and some of the best snorkeling in the world!

What's Included
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Snorkeling equipment provided
  • Lunch included
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase on boat)
  • Guests should bring their own towels
Additional Information

Join us on our opulent 50’ catamaran, “Kona Style”, as we traverse the coast of Kona.  Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and whales (seasonally available) from our shaded interior or sun-drenched splash nets. Explore vibrant coral gardens in serene waters, with our grand staircase offering the most convenient access to and from the water.  Encounter vibrant reef fish, sea turtles and native Hawaiian lore at every turn.  This high-end excursion features a continental breakfast with authentic Kona coffee, freshly baked banana bread and seasonal fruit. A self-serve sandwich bar comes with chips, pasta salad and fresh cookies as an afternoon offering. All non-alcoholic drinks, including water, juice and soda are on the house. We offer the most competitive prices for beer, wine and liquor in Kona at a mere $5 per drink. All snorkeling gear, floatation devices and instruction are supplied.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking. Gluten free and vegetarian options are available with at least 48 hours advance notice.
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Guests that will be snorkeling or getting in the water during the tour MUST KNOW HOW TO SWIM without the assistance of a flotation device
  • If guest is not a competent swimmer (as determined by the Captain and/or crew), they will be directed to immediately return to the vessel. In such instances the guest will NOT be refunded
  • Children under the age of 5 are required to stay on boat (not allowed in the water) and must be accompanied by an adult at all times on the vessel
  • Guests are asked to check-in at our retail outlet 45 MINUTES PRIOR to your scheduled departure time. We are located in the Kona Square Shopping Complex. Our address is 75-5669 Alii Drive, #1107, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
  • We offer validated parking at the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha Hotel. Validation fee is $10 for up to 5.5 hours. Please remember to bring your parking ticket with you to check-in.
  • The vessel is not handicap accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with a body mass index (BMI) higher than 36. We reserve the right to deny water entry to any individual with a BMI above 36.
Location
75-5669 Ali‘i Dr
Ali‘i Drive
Guests are asked to check-in at our KONASTYLE retail outlet 45 MINUTES PRIOR to your scheduled departure time. We are located in the Kona Square Shopping Complex. Our address is 75-5669 Alii Drive, #1107, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Christi_d
Apr 10, 2024
KonaStyle - The crew was outstanding, Book this trip because it was a sail boat. we were disappointed that there wasn’t enough win to sail.
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F8110noheatherm
Apr 10, 2024
We'd go back in a heart beat!!! - Snorkeling from shore on the Big Island isn't easy in most places. Taking the boat with Kona Style made for a very enjoyable day. My mom has some mobility issues and being able to use the stairs off and on the boat to go snorkeling made it something she could do successfully. The hospitality is great and their focus on safety was wonderful.
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R00nem
Apr 7, 2024
Been on competitors boats before finding ourselves on this one and it is now our favorite! Not for mobility challenged. - Second time going on this boat and so glad we have made the change after over 10 years of doing the others for Spring Break. Been on Fair Winds as well as Body Glove, and my daughter and I prefer this one now. It has the lengthiest boat ride of the 3, and the crew provides more historical and geological education than the others. The Captain and crew are great! Can't wait to do it again next year! The only thing to be aware of is that it is a smaller boat that requires a bit more agility to get in to and around the boat, so probably not the best option for those that are challenged with such mobility. If that is not of concern, I recommend this snorkel boat over the others. Cheers to the crew and Mahalo Nui!!!
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106chriss
Apr 7, 2024
Konastyle For The Win ! - A perfect 10!!! Saturday 4/6 was an awesome trip!! The skipper and crew were engaging, spent time chatting with each of their guests. Shared knowledge of history and mythology about the culturally rich Kohala Coast. Hands down the best!! Mahalo for a great day !
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B9699topaulb
Apr 3, 2024
A great adventure you’ll love! - A lovely cruise along the shoreline of Kona. Great boat with options for shade if you want, the crew were very friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. I can highly recommend this trip.
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Makamae516
Mar 31, 2024
Great Experience!! - An amazing trip. Crew was very knowledgeable and interactive. We seen dolphins after snorkeling and back at the pier before we got off. Definitely a great trip.
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Lmcharron17
Mar 31, 2024
Fabulous snorkeling adventure - Had an awesome time on a snorkel adventure to Kealakekua bay. The crew was friendly knowledgeable and helpful. Food served on board was tasty. The provided equipment was in excellent condition. They offer pool noodles for flotation help which was great even being a strong swimmer. Saw lots of fish coral urchin and even an eel.The crew was in the water with us making sure everything was safe and we didn’t float off. On the way back to Kona Made a few stops along the shore for historic sites. Spinner dolphins welcomed us back to the pier. Make sure you include a tip in your mental budget for the crew. Worth every cent. Highly recommend.
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378markk
Mar 28, 2024
Kona Style Rocks! - Captain Tanner and his crew were amazing and very accommodating. They took good care of us and the other guests for a great day on the water. Rules were clear, they were very safety conscious, and informative about the history of the volcanos and islands. Food and drinks were plentiful with great service. We made a couple of stops and saw some amazing sites on top of the hour in the water to snorkel and see some of the underwater beauty. Thanks for a great relaxing morning crew! If we were to recommend or do it again, we would most definitely choose Kona Style!!! 🤙👍🤪🥃🍸🧉
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51acec
Mar 24, 2024
Beautiful scenery and great snorkeling. Everything was top notch! - A great crew and vessel for our trip. They were knowledgeable and very good in everything they did. We were able to totally enjoy the trip! Mahalo!
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Dejenees
Mar 24, 2024
5 out of 5 - This was a fantastic experience! Our crew and captain was amazing. Very informative. A ton of fun! I wish I could remember the full crews name but I believe our captain was Dan. Brittany was first mate. I highly recommend if you want to snorlel or you just want to go on a great boat ride you go with Kona Style! I will definitely go again!
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