Hawaii features a dazzling variety of fish, and the Kona side offers some of the best snorkeling in the state. The Big Island is a snorkeler's paradise.
Big Island Revealed Guidebook:
Hawaii features a dazzling variety of fish, and the Kona side offers some of the best snorkeling in the state. The Big Island is a snorkeler's paradise.
Lonely Planet Guidebook:
Coming to Hawaii and not snorkeling is like climbing the Eiffel Tower and closing your eyes -- the most bright and beautiful underwater city lies at your feet with magnificent coral reefs
Fodor's Guidebook:
A favorite pastime on the Big Island, snorkeling is perhaps one of the easiest and most enjoyable water activities for visitors
![]() Off the Kona Coast | ![]() Off the Kohala Coast | |
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Departure Location | Kailua Pier in downtown Kona (35-45 min from Waikoloa) | Waikoloa (30-60 min from Kona) |
Time of Day | 8 am - 12:30 pm | 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (Dec-Apr); 9-12 (Apr-Nov) |
Duration | 4.5 hours | 3 hours |
Pick-up Service | No | Yes (Waikoloa) |
Snorkel Stop | Red Hill (less crowded than Kealakekua) | 1-2 prime locations off Kohala Coast |
Boat Size & Type | 65’ power catamaran | 50-65’ sailing catamaran |
Water slide & high dive | Yes | No |
Restrooms onboard | 3 | 1 |
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Included Amenities All include snorkeling gear |
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Additional Amenities Available at extra cost |
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Price | Age 18+: $138 Age 6-17: $88 Age 5 & under: Free | Age 13+: $148 Age 6-12: $74 Age 5 & under: Free |
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