Big Island of Hawaii

15 Best Big Island Catamaran & Sailing Tours

The catamaran sails: snorkel runs down to Kealakekua and sunset cruises along the Kona-Kohala coast. The afternoon light on the lava slopes is the quiet highlight.

1.Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Experience the Big Island’s vibrant marine life and historic sites on this 4-hour snorkel tour. Includes lunch, gear, and scenic coast views for $85.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“this was a great trip! it was our second time on this trip and it was just as good as the first! Aiden is awesome and the whole team ensured your safety and comfort. highly recommend!!”

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2.Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona

Experience the Big Island’s underwater world on a luxurious catamaran cruise, with snorkeling, dolphin sightings, delicious food, and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“Staff was great and upbeat. Very informative. Super attentive. Better than the Oahu excursion. Everyone should do this.”

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3.Afternoon Sail & Snorkel to the Captain Cook Monument

Experience Big Island's stunning coast and vibrant marine life on this 3-hour afternoon sail, snorkeling near Captain Cook with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Supercalifragilistic! The best crew to make every person confident and comfortable. Small group of 12 with plenty of personal attention. Good for everyone even non swimmers and all ages.”

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4.Kealakekua Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Experience a half-day of sailing and snorkeling along Hawaii's Kona coast. Includes breakfast, lunch, marine life encounters, and a friendly crew.

★ 5.0

“Where to begin. Between cruises and other vacations I’ve been on a number of excursions in a number of places. This was quite possibly the best company I’ve ever been on an excursion with. Bottom line up front - We liked the first excursion so…”

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5.Deluxe Sail & Snorkel to the Captain Cook Monument

Experience Big Island’s top snorkeling sites on a 4.5-hour boat tour with breakfast, lunch, and guided underwater discoveries — perfect for all levels.

★ 5.0

“Amazing experience! I can’t say enough about the crew on this ship and how friendly and helpful they were through the whole thing. The whole experience was so organized and snorkeling in those reefs was hands down one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen.…”

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6.Kona-Kohala Coast Sunset Sail by Catamaran

Enjoy stunning Big Island sunsets on a 1.5-hour catamaran sail along the Kohala and Kona coast with drinks, snacks, and whale sightings included.

★ 4.5

“Great night in the water. Very attentive crew. Generous pours in drinks and we were offered food (chicken teriyaki with rice) which wasn’t noted in the offering so a bonus. Make sure you have good parking directions - the map on the description took us…”

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7.Big Island Parasailing Experience

Experience breathtaking views of the Kona Coast with this Big Island parasailing adventure. Safe, fun, family-friendly, and offering stunning aerial vistas.

★ 5.0

“This was a great experience for our kids! They all had a fun time. Definitely would go again. They were very focused on safety.”

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8.Sunset Sail Experience at Kona from Honokohau

Experience Kona's stunning coastline on a 1.5-hour sunset catamaran cruise with drinks, snacks, and breathtaking views—perfect for a relaxing Hawaiian evening.

★ 5.0

“Very nice boat the on board crew and the captain was amazing not to mention the teriyaki chicken,rice and macaroni salad oh and the cocktails. The only problem was getting to the meeting point some our Uber driver drop us off at the wrong place…”

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9.Waikoloa Catamaran Morning Snorkel Inluding Lunch

Experience a relaxing morning on a Big Island catamaran with snorkeling, wildlife sightings, and included lunch. Perfect for nature lovers and water enthusiasts.

★ 4.5

“Great crew, I appreciated that the captain spent time teaching us how to wear the snorkel and everyone was required to wear a snorkel vest for visibility. It was also great to get picked up on the beach on A Bay as I was staying…”

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10.Big Island: 1.5-Hour Romantic Sunset Sail from Waikoloa

Experience a romantic 1.5-hour sunset sail from Waikoloa, with stunning views, drinks, and a chance to see whales and a green flash. Perfect for couples.

★ 4.8

“Captain Michael and his whole crew were amazing on our sunset cruise from A-Bay. The check-in directions were clear and easy. Everything about the evening was perfect.”

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11.Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

Experience Hawaii’s best whale watching on a comfortable catamaran with knowledgeable guides, guaranteed whale sightings, and stunning ocean views.

★ 4.5

“Great tour, friendly staff. Boat was beautiful and comfortable. The scenery is great and whales guaranteed.”

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12.Big Island: Morning Snorkel Sail to Captain Cook’s Monument

Experience a 4.5-hour snorkel adventure on the Big Island, exploring Kealakekua Bay, Captain Cook's Monument, and vibrant marine life along the Kona coast.

★ 4.9

“This was one of the best run trips I have ever been on. The boat was shipshape and the crew was exceptional. Great snorkeling and perfect for beginners like us. So glad we booked our tour via Sea Paradise”

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13.Kona Coastline Escape: Sail with Dolphins & Turtles on Honi Olani

Experience a relaxing sail along Hawaii's Kona coast, with chances to see dolphins and turtles, onboard a comfortable catamaran for an authentic vibe.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful time. The crew was kind, informative and enjoyable. We ended up having the boat to ourselves due to the only booking at that time. It was relaxing and we got to see dolphins! We loved the trip!”

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14.Luxury Hawaiian Sea Turtle, Dolphin Sail and Kona Snorkel

Experience a luxurious 4-hour sailing and snorkeling tour along the Kona Coast on a private yacht, spotting dolphins, turtles, and whales with gourmet lunch options.

★ 5.0

“Amazing morning. Started by seeing dolphins. Then whales. Then gorgeous snorkeling where it felt like we had the reef to ourselves.”

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15.Big Island: 3 Hour Waikoloa Snorkeling & Sailing Adventure

Experience Hawaii’s vibrant marine life on a 3-hour Waikoloa snorkeling and sailing tour aboard the Spirit of Aloha, with options for morning or afternoon adventures.

★ 4.8

“The captain and crew were fun and informative. They were helpful and put safety of the passengers first while pointing out wonderful sea life including a turtle, octopus, eels, and tropical fish. This was one of the best snorkeling experiences I have ever had! Highly…”

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