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The Underwater Landscape of Kona
Our Kona Snorkeling Tours will show you the best-kept secrets of the underwater world around this incredible Hawaiian island. We’ll show you hidden sea caves, lively coral gardens, and mesmerizing lava tubes that shape this underwater paradise.
Life Under Water: Kona’s Marine Life Up Close
The diversity of the marine life around the Big Island is mindboggling. Our Snorkeling Tours of the Big Island will show you humpback whales, dolphins, and vibrant tropical fish. Our Manta Ray Snorkel Tour, like our other tours, allows you to swim alongside these magnificent underwater creatures in their own world, cultivating lifelong memories for all.
Snorkeling Tours for Families, Adults, or Solo Travelers!
Our snorkeling tours are adapted to suit all types of adventurers. We’ll take on family, friends, or solo explorers, safely guiding all who join us on a miraculous journey through the mysteries of the sea.
Witnessing The Best Snorkeling Sights in Kona
All of the must-see spots in Kona are covered when you come on our Hawaii snorkeling tours. We explore the crystal waters of The Place of Refuge and Kealakekua Bay taking you to all secret spots within the best for observing vibrant underwater life.
Snorkel with Manta Rays in Kona, HI
Hawaii is famous for its incredible marine life, including humpback whales, Hawaiian spinner dolphins, and Hawaiian sea turtles. Did you know that Kona, HI, also boasts a large population of manta rays? The waters around the Kailua-Kona Coastline are home to over 200 reef manta rays, which are the second largest species of manta rays in the world! With Kona Ocean Adventures, you can witness these majestic animals in their natural habitat on an afternoon manta ray snorkel tour! Our snorkeling adventures are also great for couples looking to try something new together on their Hawaiian vacation. Explore Hawaii’s crystal clear waters teeming with spectacular marine wildlife, all with the help of an expert snorkeling guide.
Kid-Friendly Snorkeling near Kailua-Kona Coast
If you’re looking for family-friendly snorkeling tours near Kona, you’ve come to the right place! We offer several cruise and snorkeling adventures that are great for kids of all ages! Our Captain Cook Monument and Kealakekua Cruise features a comfortable charter boat ride around Kealakekua Bay, Hawaii’s largest sheltered cove. Take in phenomenal views of the coastline from aboard the cruise, then enjoy some of the best snorkeling in Kona, perfect for all ages and skill levels. We also have manta ray diving designed for ages 3 and up, so even the littlest of adventurers can experience the wonder of the Kailua-Kona Coast!
See Kona, Hawaii’s Unique Marine Life
With its warm and calm waters and pristine coral reefs, it’s no wonder the waters around Kona are home to so many different species of marine animals! On a snorkeling tour with Kona Ocean Adventures, you and your family can see some of these incredible natural wonders for yourselves. Swim alongside graceful manta rays during an afternoon manta tour or late-night manta ray snorkeling excursion! These waters are also home to many colorful, tropical fish species, such as the butterflyfish, triggerfish, yellow tang, and more. Kona, Hawaii, is also famous for its huge population of Hawaiian spinner dolphins, who can often be seen leaping and playing in the waves! From December to April, you can even catch a glimpse of the yearly humpback whale migration on our top-rated whale watching cruise! Witness the incredible wildlife of Hawaii with Kona Ocean Adventures!
Late Night Manta Ray Night Snorkeling
Imagine riding over the dark blue waves as the moon rises over the Kohala Mountains on your way to the adventure of a lifetime, nighttime snorkeling with manta rays in Kona, HI! Kona Ocean Adventures offers an exclusive late night manta ray snorkel tour so you can get the best views of these incredible animals when they are most active at night! Snorkel alongside groups of mantas in the dark yet vibrant tropical waves off the Kailua-Kona Coast as these beautiful sea creatures come out to feed on plankton and glide gracefully through the waters.
Kona’s #1 Certified SCUBA Diving Tours
Whether you’re a beginner snorkeler or an experienced SCUBA diver, Kona Ocean Adventures has you covered. Many of our snorkeling tours come with options for certified SCUBA divers, so you can get the most out of your adventure no matter your skill level. We’re very passionate about sharing the beauty of Kona with our guests of all ages and experience levels, so we aim to have something for everyone on our snorkeling cruises. If you’re interested in a more advanced level dive, check out our SCUBA tours!
Private Snorkeling Tours & More
If you’re looking for the best way to celebrate an anniversary, engagement, birthday, bachelor or bachelorette party, or family reunion, Kona Ocean Adventures has you covered. We offer the best private cruises and snorkeling tours in Kona, Hawaii! Plan your adventure to your exact tastes and preferences. Relax on board with delicious Hawaiian appetizers (locally known as pupus), sip on drinks, and take in stunning views of the Kailua-Kona Coastline. Feeling adventurous? Add snorkeling to your private tour and explore hidden sea caves, cascading waterfalls, coral reefs, and more! A snorkel tour with Kona Ocean Adventures is truly the best way to witness the beauty of Hawaii’s coastline!