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.

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

“If you are looking to snorkel and see dolphins along the way and depending on the time of year, see whales, this is the trip for you! The crew was amazing and the 4 hours was well worth the money!!”

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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

“Beautiful area, reef, &bay, calm bay, great location, nice equipment , nice boat, nice crew. Easy and beautiful snorkeling. They made me put in so many characters to get off this prompt”

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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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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

“Beautiful views, crew was amazing, snacks and drinks were great! Were lucky to have a small group, and even see some whales!”

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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

“It was really fun! They were understanding and give easy instructions I would do this a lot if we were able to”

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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

“We got to see a whole school of Dolphins and a Whale too. The meal was fantastic… could not have asked for anything more thank you so much.!”

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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

“The Crew was really friendly. They helped the kids, they had an eye on everyone in the water. We felt safe and enjoyed a lot. Perfect tour. Thank you so much!”

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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

“Fun, informative tour with a great captain and crew! We loved that the tour was smaller and being on the catamaran was a great experience. Saw dolphins and whales. Would recommend!”

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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

“Outstanding, every aspect and well worth the cost. Our crew, sadly I do not recall names but they were amazing. Professional, safely first and very engaging. Beautiful catamaran, excellent sail and service. I highly recommend!”

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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

“This was such a relaxing experience! My son fell asleep on the nets of the boat. The crew was very attentive and I enjoyed chatting with them. Definitely a worthwhile experience.”

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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

“The crew was so friendly and kind. There were only three of us paying customers so it was extra nice. The food was great. Nicole was wonderful while we were snorkeling. We didn’t see dolphins but saw lots of fish and snorkeling. I love to…”

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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

“Honestly that was 100% worth it, and totally awesome. The whole crew aboard the Spirit of Aloha made the experience extremely special for my girlfriend and I (neither of us had been snorkeling and didn’t know what to expect). Everything was straightforward, easy, and the…”

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