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Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel
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- 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The South Kona Coast is dotted with sandy beaches, lava-formed sea caves, and colorful fishing villages. On this tour, set sail on a morning cruise around Kealakekua Bay and Honaunau Bay, and admire the scenic coastline from the water. Along the way, spot landmarks such as the Captain Cook Monument, relax onboard the shaded deck, and dive in to swim and snorkel in the Pacific.
- Morning cruise: avoid sailing at the hottest part of the day
- Two stops to swim and snorkel with all equipment included
- Delicious lunch (included) served onboard the boat
- Intimate small-group experience with a maximum of 14 people
What's Included
- Use of Snorkeling equipment
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Towels, sunscreen
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 78-7138 Kaleiopapa St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
Turn on Kamehameha III Rd. towards Keauhou Bay. After turning onto Kamehameha III Rd., drive through two stop lights, proceed to the dead end, turn left onto the dirt road at Sea Quest Parking sign, park in the dirt parking lot. Walk across the sand volleyball court to the Sea Quest office.
Start time
09:00 AM
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Must be able to climb a short ladder to re-board the boat
- Women that are pregnant and individuals with back or neck injuries are restricted
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Operated by Sea Quest Hawaii
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Featured review
Ginger_R
This was a great, small group (6 people), snorkeling tour. Brendan, our Captain, was very patient with my 8-year-old daughter who never snorkeled. We snorkeled two spots, saw dolphins, viewed a host of sea caves and lava tubes, enjoyed plenty of snacks and food while learning about the big island and its volcanoes. I highly recommend!
Reviews
5.0
125 reviews
T_M, May 2024
I’ve been on other snorkeling trips, but sea quest is the best. They are a smaller, very friendly outfit. Each of the two locations we visited on the snorkel tour was unique. We saw loads of fish - I particularly loved the area around the captain cook memorial. Brendan our captain did a great job of helping everyone feel comfortable. The gear they provided was good so that we didn’t have issues with leaking foggy masks. We appreciated the additional stops along the coast to check out sea caves. The coastline is so dramatic and beautiful. Thanks for a great experience
Response from Host, May 2024
Aloha! Thank you for choosing Sea Quest Hawaii's Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel! We are thrilled to hear that this trip was the best! Captain Cook is such a beautiful marine sanctuary. We loved sharing our Aloha and island with you. Mahalo nui loa!
Ginger_R, Mar 2024
This was a great, small group (6 people), snorkeling tour. Brendan, our Captain, was very patient with my 8-year-old daughter who never snorkeled. We snorkeled two spots, saw dolphins, viewed a host of sea caves and lava tubes, enjoyed plenty of snacks and food while learning about the big island and its volcanoes. I highly recommend!
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Aloha! Thank you for choosing Sea Quest Hawaii for your Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel! We enjoy having guest on board with all snorkeling abilities and it fills our hearts with Aloha to be trusted with your eight year old daughters first time snorkeling. We are thrilled to be part of this new experience for her and your 'Ohana! Mahalo nui loa
Claudia_K, Jan 2024
A great experience!
Small crew well trained; friendly and informative as well as tuned into our safety.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Aloha Claudia! Thank you for choosing Sea Quest Hawaii's Premium Morning Snorkel! We are so pleased to hear that our Captain and Crew were able to provide a great experience, while keeping your safety first and foremost. It's so nice to receive appreciation. Mahalo nui loa
Patricia_Y, Jan 2024
Great experience! We loved the small group and the staff were amazing. We saw so many fish, eels, and starfish. I highly recommend this snorkeling trip!
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Aloha Patricia! Thank you for choosing Sea Quest Hawaii for your families Premium Kona Coast Snorkel! We are thrilled to hear you had a great experience and recommend the snorkeling tour! We enjoyed sharing your vacation with you and your 'ohana. Mahalo nui loa
James_L, Nov 2023
Capt Brendan and mate Kourtney were great. They supplied good Rx masks. They let us linger to watch beaked and pilot whales and dolphins. They had good snacks, boat and equipment and provided a fun time. The Honaunau bay site didn't have much to look at. Capt Cook was loaded with viewing. Next time I'd do Honaunau bay from shore and just go boating direct to Capt Cook.
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Aloha James, Mahalo for choosing Sea Quest Hawaii’s Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel! We are so pleased to hear that Captain Brendan and Kourtney took great care of you. We love Kealakekua Bay, it truly is like swimming in an aquarium and we are thrilled that you loved it too. We hope to see you again in the future. Mahalo
Hannah_B, Nov 2023
This was above any expectations we had! My mom and I went on this snorkel time and from the moment we got there till we left it was an awesome experience. Both of our captions were so nice and knowledgeable. They learned our names and would ask us how we were doing and learned a bit about everyone. It was nice too that it was only 12 people. The food was also so good and fresh. They had plenty to go around. I would recommend this company to anyone looking to snorkel.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Aloha Hannah! Mahalo for choosing Sea Quest Hawaii for your Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel. We are thrilled to hear your experience was above any expectations you had! We enjoyed getting to know you and hope to see you again in the future. Mahalo nui loa
Gloria_Y, Oct 2023
The day was wonderful, boat was clean and perfect for day. Captain and deck hand were helpful and friendly. Snorkeling was awesome, we went to two locations. Both were great. Thank you for a fantastic day.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Aloha Gloria! Thank you for choosing Sea Quest Hawaii for your Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel! We enjoyed showing you the two different snorkel locations along the Kona Coast and are thrilled to hear you had a fantastic day! Mahalo nui loa
Tammy_E, Aug 2023
The best captains; great snorkeling; loved every minute of it! Would so do again when I come back! Going for the manta ray with them soon!
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Aloha Tammy! Mahalo for joining Sea Quest Hawaii on our Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel! We are so happy to hear you loved every minute of it! We can not wait to see you on the Manta Ray Night Snorkel! Mahalo nui loa
Bruce_M, Jul 2023
Outstanding snorkeling-beautiful coral, many species of fish, urchins, and moray eels too! Our guides were very accommodating, and knowledgeable regarding the sea caves, lava tubes and cliffs we saw close up on our way to/from the 2 snorkeling spots. Well worth the price.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Aloha Bruce! Mahalo for your beautiful description of our Premium Morning Snorkel. We are thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time under the water and on the boat ride! We hope to see you again in the future! Mahalo nui loa
Susan_M, Jul 2023
This was an awesome experience! We loved the thrilling boat ride as well as the amazing snorkeling! Adam and Jacob were wonderful guides. I had some trouble with getting started with snorkeling but they were encouraging and had great suggestions to ease my issues! The snacks & lunch were nice! Thank you for adding to our unforgettable experience in Kona!
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Aloha Susan! Mahalo for sharing such an unforgettable experience with us! It brings us joy to hear that our guides were able to help make your snorkeling experience not only a safe, but enjoyable time. We hope to see you again! Mahalo nui loa
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