Big Island of Hawaii
The dolphin trips: spinner pods resting in the Kona coast’s coves most mornings, paired with sea caves and reef snorkeling. Calm water is the norm on this side.
Discover Hawaii’s Big Island waters on this 2.5-hour combo tour with speedboat rides, wildlife encounters, and snorkeling in Captain Cook Reef.
Most Popular“It was fantastic! Never snorkeling before, so it was an experience that I won’t forget, especially for my honeymoon. Sage and Chip were great tour guides and knowledgeable about the island, and give a lot of fun to the ride. Excellent experience and totally would…”
Experience the Big Island’s underwater world on a luxurious catamaran cruise, with snorkeling, dolphin sightings, delicious food, and stunning views.
“First class all the way. Crew was excellent, ship was excellent, and the location was perfect. Couldn’t ask for a better trip.”
Experience Kona's marine wildlife on this guided dolphin and whale watch tour. Expect expert naturalists, comfortable boats, and year-round sightings for $129.
“Very enjoyable experience. Boat was clean and nice environment for the watching. Andrew and Olivia were welcoming and knowledgeable.”
Experience personalized snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay with small-group tours, dolphin sightings, and expert guides on the Big Island of Hawaii.
“Love this snorkel! It is the second time we have done it and Hawaii Oceanic is always the first to the bay in the AM before it gets crowded. Lots of fish to see. We saw the dorsal fin of a shark (Hammerhead most likely)…”
Discover the Big Island's vibrant marine life and stunning coastline on this 2.5-hour Zodiac snorkel tour. Perfect for adventure lovers seeking personalized, fun experiences.
“We did not see any dolphins and the snorkeling was just okay at best. We took uber to get there early morning and one of the hosts was rude to us for no reason at all. Not so great customer experience overall. They talked about…”
Experience the Big Island’s marine wonders with this 3-hour snorkeling tour visiting Kealakekua Bay, Captain Cook Monument, and sea caves, with dolphins and turtles.
“Cruise dock pickup. Big safe comfortable boat. Great knowledgeable captain, Chris and “commodore” Mare. Good snorkeling with lots of fish, clear water and healthy reef at the Cook Memorial. Saw a humpback whale and calf on the way there. Checked out the sea caves and…”
Experience the thrill of seeing humpback whales and dolphins in Kona on a small-group, eco-friendly tour with expert guides, from December to April.
“We had an absolutely amazing time on our whale and dolphin boat tour! Shelly (our captain) and Gabe (our co-captain) made the entire experience unforgettable. From the moment we stepped on the boat, they were friendly, knowledgeable, and full of fun energy. We saw dolphins…”
Experience Hawaii’s underwater world with an intimate Zodiac snorkel tour at Kealakekua Bay, exploring coral reefs, caves, and spotting dolphins.
“This was a great experience. Fun trip. Great scenic stops. Dolphins were adorable. Rory was helpful in finding a mask that fir my husband's bridge and was patient with me a who had not snorkeled in 30 years. So much fun.”
Experience Hawaii's marine life on a 3-hour Big Island boat tour with snorkeling, dolphin watching, and a tasty BBQ lunch—perfect for ocean lovers.
“Mitch and Louis were great! Would definitely recommend ❤️ Loved seeing the dolphins. The bbq towards the end was a great treat too!”
Experience a relaxing sail along Hawaii's Kona coast, with chances to see dolphins and turtles, onboard a comfortable catamaran for an authentic vibe.
“Though we had no wind and use the motor to move around it was still a great ride. The crew was great and very informative.”
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.
“We got to see spinner dolphins and snorkel at one spot. We were hoping to snorkel at one more location but that didn't happen which I was kind of bummed about but it was still a wonderful trip and the crew was so hospitable. The…”
Discover the Big Island’s Kealakekua Bay with this private 4-hour snorkel and dolphin tour. Personalized, family-friendly, with free underwater photos.
“Monet and Brenden were great guides on our snorkeling tour! The water was clear, the coast beautiful and the marine life plentiful! A must do on your trip to the Big Island”
Experience Hawaii's marine life with a 2-hour dolphin watch and snorkel tour on the Big Island. Small groups, expert guides, and reef adventures await.
“Great experience with knowledgeable and compassionate guides. Very helpful for beginners and the small group made us available for plenty of personal attention.”
Enjoy a 3-hour Kona boat tour with dolphin sightings, snorkeling in secret spots, and a Hawaiian BBQ — perfect for ocean lovers seeking authentic adventure.
“Perfect day with Captain Amy and Tamae.”
Experience the thrill of dolphin and whale sightings on this 2.5-hour Kona tour for $108. Enjoy scenic views, captain narration, and wildlife encounters.
“We had a great time. We saw no breaches, but Robert did a great job of spotting whales, so we saw lots of pec slaps, tails, etc. In my experience, Maui is the best winter whale watching spot, but this was definitely worthwhile.”
Mantas after dark, volcanoes after lunch and stars from nearly fourteen thousand feet.