Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Coastal Adventure Kailua-Kona, HI

Keauhou Boat HarborKailua-Kona, HI 96740
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About Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Coastal Adventure

Overview

This Kealakekua Bay snorkel tour delivers a splash of Hawaiian magic. Snorkel in the famed marine reserve, drift above vivid reefs, and cruise along the Kona coastline in search of dolphins, turtles, and even monk seals. All gear, snacks, and expert guidance included—just bring your sense of wonder.

up to 2 hrs 2 or more people

Description

Enhance your experience with an exclusive express Big Island snorkeling tour. This 2.5-hour adventure takes you aboard a secure and versatile Willard Navy SEAL boat for a captivating and educational sightseeing journey, accessible only by water and enjoyed by few.

Be sure to bring your camera! You may encounter manta rays, sea turtles, or even humpback whales (seasonal, from December to April), and possibly catch a glimpse of a Hawaiian monk seal on this thrilling snorkel tour along the Kona Coast. The tour includes breathtaking views of the coastline, blowholes, vibrant coral reefs, colorful fish, and even the chance to explore sea caves.

The highlight is snorkeling in the renowned Kealakekua Bay Reserve—widely regarded as Hawaii's premier snorkeling spot. Dive into its stunning underwater world while discovering the rich history and culture of this remarkable location.

Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Coastal Adventure Reviews

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jianhengl2025
"Feels like a scam"
TripAdvisor user rating 1.0 out of 5
Reviewed October 18, 2025 NEW
Very shady business. I reserved a tour with this company. But decided to cancel a week before the actual tour date. On the tour confirmation email, it clearly said that I need to call to make changes to the tour. I tried to call multiple times on different days and left them a voice message. No one picked any call or returned a call to me. On the date of the tour, the owner called me and told me that I will not get any refund cause I didn’t contact them by email to cancel. The whole thing feels like a scam. Don’t recommend to order any tour with them. There are many options at Kona
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Journey372646
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TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed July 22, 2025
We loved the manta ray snorkel tour and the dolphin watch (including two great snorkel spots). It is a much more beautiful and personal experience to be on an almost private tour (max 6 persons) which makes it an ideal solution for families. Our two sons (7 and 9y) loved it as well, so we can definitely recommend both tours!
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elizabethkG8488TC
"Amazing Manta experience!!!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed October 23, 2024
The owner Bambi was so nice and helpful. It was a great experience to get so close to these amazing creatures! I would definitely recommend this experience!
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Kailynneruff
Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii
"Allen is a great Tour Guide!!!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed March 02, 2024
We saw several whales, flying fish, and the snorkeling was awesome! Allen took great care of us and really made our trip special.
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D8797FPjeanl
"The best. Feels like a family excursion"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed August 02, 2023
This tour is awesome. Bambi is a great local host who stands out as someone who actually grew up here along these shores. She is very kind, specially with kids. We did two tours with her over the past few years (the Manta rays and the dolphin tour) and both were great experience. She owns a small boat in a very good condition. Look no more if you’re looking for a tour that feels like a family excursion. She is lovely.
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