Are you looking for a fun water activity for your trip? If the opportunity to witness colorful fish, vibrant reefs, an abundance of marine life, and even Manta Rays is an item you want to check off your list, then our Big Island Snorkeling Tours will be a perfect fit for your vacation itinerary.
Larger than all of the other Hawaiian Islands combined, the Big Island is the youngest of all the islands and the island continues to grow with each day. Not only does the Big Island claim the most active volcano in the world, and the world’s tallest mountain, Mauna Kea, the island features a number of fantastic snorkeling sites, from the Hilo side to the Kona side, and even a night dive you will never forget. While it's tough to pick a favorite, we’ve come up with a list that we feel offers plenty of variety and showcases the beautiful marine life that calls the coast of the island home.
Captain Zodiac Raft and Snorkel Adventure
Departing from the Kailua-Kona Pier, this wonderful tour sets out in a 24-foot Zodiac raft, and visits a number of sea caves, lava tubes, and wave powered blow holes, all natural features of the volcanic Hawaiian Islands. The final destination for snorkeling is Kealakekua Bay, the site of the Captain Cook Monument, and known as one of the best snorkeling location in the entire state, and is a location of frequent turtle sightings. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins who are known to frequent the area as well!
Ocean Encounters Dolphin and Reef Tour
Set out from the Honokohau Harbor on a 4-hour tour of the stunning Kona Coast. This tour departs early to increase the chances for dolphin sighting, and once you have them in your site, do not look away. Spinner Dolphins are graceful creatures and they love to show off, and put on a show. Your expert guide knows just where to find the majestic mammal and the pods of dolphins can be as high as 100! After you’ve watched the dolphins have fun, it’ll be time for some fun of your own. Arriving a Kealakekua Bay, the pristine water will be calling, offering warm waters and an abundance of marine life, which will leave you in awe. Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles are common in this area, so keep a look out, and remember not to touch.
Big Island Manta Ray Night Diving Tour
Probably the most unique tour on this list, Manta Ray Night Diving Tours are offered only on the Kona Coast of the Big Island, and is known as a magical experience. Hosted at known feeding areas, you’ll enter the pitch black water with only special underwater lights offering sight, and watch as Manta Ray feed on microscopic plankton, while simultaneously putting on a mesmerizing show. Diving equipment allows you to stay under the water and watch the spectacle, which is a once in a lifetime experience that we highly recommend.
Due to the high volume of visitors traveling to Hawaii year round, our Kona tours and activities sell out quickly. In many cases, tours sell out weeks or months in advance. To ensure your spots on tour, we recommend reserving your tours today. Call our office or book online to take advantage of our low price guarantee today.
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