Choose Your Snorkeling Adventure!
The Underwater Landscape of Kona
Our Kona snorkeling tours depart from Honokohau Small Boat Harbor and take you to the Big Island’s most legendary sites — from the protected waters of Kealakekua Bay to the historic Captain Cook Monument, plus night snorkels with manta rays just offshore.
Explore Pristine Coral Reefs & Kona Marine Life
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.
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.
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!
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!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. All Kona Ocean Adventures snorkeling tours include mask, snorkel, fins, and a wetsuit at no extra charge. Our crew will make sure everything fits before you get in the water.
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Guests as young as 3 years old can join our manta ray snorkel tours. Children must be comfortable in the water and accompanied by an adult.
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Our snorkeling boat tours depart from Honokohau Small Boat Harbor in Kailua-Kona. Check-in details and directions are sent with your booking confirmation.
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The ride to Kealakekua Bay typically takes about 30–45 minutes from Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, depending on ocean conditions.
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Sunscreen (reef-safe), a towel, a change of clothes, and a camera are recommended. Gear, snacks, and drinks are provided.