Big Island of Hawaii

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

Name: Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona
Brand: Body Glove Cruises
SKU: 15509P1
Price: 182.70 USD
Rating: 5.0 (722 reviews)

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4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover Kona’s underwater paradise on this snorkeling cruise and dolphin watch. Cruise through the protected marine sanctuaries of Red Hill, home to more than 600 species of enchanting ocean wildlife. After a safety briefing and some basic instruction from the lifeguard-trained crew, jump in the water for a snorkel. While you're enjoying the crystal clear snorkeling the crew will be grilling a delicious BBQ burger lunch. Then relax with a cocktail from the premium cash bar and enjoy the timeless beauty of the Kona coastline on the return trip. Bring a towel. Everything else is included.

Take a cruise through protected marine sanctuaries
Excellent chance of dolphin or other marine mammal sightings
Discover Hawaii’s underwater paradise
Enjoy a barbecue burger lunch
All snorkeling gear is included

What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Beverages
Breakfast
Lunch
About 2 Hours of snorkel time
Reef safe sunscreen
20 foot waterslide
15 foot high jump platform
100% Wheel Chair accessible
Fresh Water Showers, three restrooms and shade
Sanitized masks, snorkels and fins
Excellent chance of dolphin or other marine mammal sightings
Free parking 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740-about a one block walk away from the pier.
Snorkeling takes place in the Red Hill area. We do not snorkel in Kealakekua Bay.

Alcoholic beverages (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Wet suit rentals
Guests must provide their own transportation to the Kailua Kona Pier.
Guests must bring their own towels.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
All cruises board 30 minutes prior to departure. 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 (Ilima Court Shopping Center) is the address for Body Glove Cruises main office where the closest free parking is located. Guests must walk one block to the Kailua Kona Pier for boarding.

Start time

08:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Kailua Pier

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Body Glove Cruises

4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Children 18 & younger must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 21 years

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free meals are available with 48 hour notice
Lower deck 100 % wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking for priority boarding
Subject to favorable weather conditions.
Check-in 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time at the Retail Store at 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI, 96740
Liability Waiver required.
We do not snorkel in Kealakekua Bay. If you're interested in seeing Kealakekua Bay join us on our Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay.
This adventure is on Hawaii Island in Kailua Kona.
Hotel pick-up is not available.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 85 travelers

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

Ernestine_R

We were able to snorkel and enjoy the day. Staff was friendly and helpful. They provided all the equipment and extras which was nice for all ages. Great experience and I recommend everybody to take it. Food was good 🙂

Reviews

5.0

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Excellent

kevinbehan, May 2024

One of the best snorkeling excursions we have been on. The staff was excellent , safety was 10/10 ..even had a lifeguard in the water during snorkeling ..they were watching continuously for everyone to have a great safe experience in the water. Families with young children , disabled persons were all treated with care and respect for all levels of abilities to enjoy the same experiences with modifications if required. I would highly recommend this excursion. Thank you Body Glove !

PERFECT TRIP, NICE BOAT, FUN FUN FUN

Mary_S, Apr 2024

The food and staff were excellent, location good, saw a bunch of fish but the boat is really kid friendly , and beginner friendly so that's a plus for a lot of families A slide and jumping spot were cool, Floaties, drinks in the water served by the staff, also cool, and a big floating frog pad even baby Floaties so they can see to the bottom, crystal clear waters But best part was the boat and staff, just perfect

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Aloha Mary_s, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience aboard our Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch cruise! We're delighted to hear that you had a perfect trip with us. Our team works hard to ensure that every guest has a fantastic time, from the moment they step on board until they disembark. We're glad you enjoyed the amenities on our catamaran, especially for families. It's important to us that everyone, regardless of age or experience level, feels welcome and has a great time. The slide and jumping spot are indeed popular features, adding an extra element of fun to the excursion. And we're thrilled that you appreciated our attentive staff who are dedicated to making your journey memorable. At Body Glove Cruises, we strive to create unforgettable experiences surrounded by the beauty of Hawaii's crystal-clear waters. Seeing a variety of fish in their natural habitat is always a highlight of snorkeling here. We're grateful for your kind words about our boat and crew and look forward to welcoming you back for more fun on the water in the future!

Very disappointed

Jessie_C, Apr 2024

We were on the boat for almost 40 mins single way to get to the snorkeling spot, unfortunately there wasn’t many fishes as we were expected, only a few, I would say less than 15 black color fish, it was so different as we saw from the booking website pictures and very disappointed. Not worth the money of over $500 for a family of four at all! The next day we went to two steps beach ourselves, and saw so many bright yellow fish, rainbow fish and some other kinds, without paying anything. The two stars I was giving to the crew, they were very nice.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Aloha Jessie_C, Mahalo for joining us and your kind words about our crew. We moor our vessel in deeper, sandy bottomed water where moorings are not disturbing the coral. The moorings are purposely located in sandy bottom areas to protect the reef habitat. We invite guests to snorkel in shallow water, a short swim/snorkel away from the vessel where coral, rocks and reef fish are plentiful. By reading your email it's impossible for us to know if you snorkeled away from the vessel or not. We are also curious if you chatted with the crew about your experience?

Snorkeling made fun

Ernestine_R, Apr 2024

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Aloha Ernestine_R, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fun and enjoyable day snorkeling aboard our luxury catamaran. Our team takes pride in providing friendly and helpful service to ensure that everyone has a great time. It's wonderful to know that you found the equipment and extras provided to be convenient and suitable for all ages. We want every guest to feel comfortable and well-equipped for their snorkeling adventure. We appreciate your recommendation and are delighted that you had a great experience with us. Also, we're glad you enjoyed the food—it's always a treat to dine while surrounded by the beauty of Hawaii's waters. Thank you for choosing Body Glove Cruises, and we hope to see you again for more snorkeling fun in the future!

Family and Adult friendly Excursion!

Nicole_L, Apr 2024

This was a very fun excursion! Very family friendly - and fun for adults too. Snorkeling was great. Plenty of shade if you need it but plenty of sunshine too! Would recommend.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Aloha Nicole_L, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had a great time on our Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch excursion. At Body Glove Cruises, we strive to create experiences that are enjoyable for guests of all ages, so we're delighted that you found our catamaran to be very family-friendly while also fun for adults. It's wonderful to hear that you had a great snorkeling experience and appreciated the balance of shade and sunshine on board. Thank you for recommending our excursion—we truly appreciate it! We hope to welcome you and your family back for more fun and memorable adventures on the water in the future.

Fabulous

Lisa_R, Apr 2024

Best snorkeling adventure ever. Extremely professional staff, and I was delighted to see that there were lifeguards provided. Also equipment was outstanding, and I was even able to get prescription facemask. it was clean comfortable fun and perfect.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Aloha Lisa, Thank you for taking the time to share your fantastic experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your deluxe snorkel and dolphin watch adventure aboard our luxury catamaran from Kailua-Kona exceeded your expectations. Providing the best snorkeling experience possible is our top priority, so we're delighted that you found our staff to be extremely professional and that you appreciated the added safety measure of having lifeguards onboard. We understand the importance of offering top-quality equipment, and it's wonderful to hear that you found it outstanding. It's great that we were able to accommodate your needs with a prescription facemask, ensuring your comfort and enjoyment throughout the excursion. Maintaining a clean, comfortable, and fun environment for our guests is essential to us, so we're thrilled to know that your experience met all these criteria and more. We strive to create the perfect setting for our guests to relax, explore, and have a memorable time, and it sounds like we succeeded in doing just that for you. Your glowing review serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team. Thank you for choosing to join us on this adventure, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future!

Would definitely do again!

Candra_H, Mar 2024

This was a fun, relaxing and very well organized excursion, highly recommend!! They covered everything from food to sunblock to water toys, boards, slide, noodles and snorkel gear. Large clean vessel to cruise on for a memorable morning. The crew took great care of us and were a pleasure to work with. Cannot rate this experience any higher. Book it!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Aloha Candra_H, Thank you for choosing Body Glove Cruises for your Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch excursion from Kailua-Kona, and for sharing your wonderful feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience onboard our luxury catamaran. It's great to know that you found the excursion to be fun, relaxing, and well-organized. Providing everything from food to sunblock, water toys, snorkel gear, and more is all part of our commitment to ensuring our guests have a memorable and hassle-free experience. We're delighted that you enjoyed cruising on our large, clean vessel and that our crew took great care of you throughout the morning. We strive to provide exceptional service, and we're glad to hear that our crew exceeded your expectations. Thank you for your glowing recommendation, and we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back onboard for another unforgettable adventure in the future!

Brilliant morning

Elaine_L, Mar 2024

Great morning snorkelling very helpful crew Saw dolphins a mantra ray and flying fish would highly recommend this tour

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Aloha, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a brilliant morning on our Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran with Body Glove Cruises. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the snorkeling and found our crew to be very helpful. Seeing dolphins, a manta ray, and flying fish must have been an incredible experience! We're delighted that you had the opportunity to witness such marine life during your tour. Thank you for recommending our tour, and we appreciate your kind words. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more memorable adventures in the future!

Let's do it again tomorrow!

Amanda_H, Mar 2024

Had a fantastic time! Crew was lovely and informative. Perfect weather and good food. Beautiful scenery above and below the water. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Aloha, Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time on Body Glove Cruises' Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch aboard a Luxury Catamaran. We're delighted to know that you found our crew to be lovely and informative. Providing excellent service and ensuring our guests have a memorable experience is always our top priority. It's wonderful to read that you enjoyed perfect weather and delicious food onboard. We strive to create the perfect environment for our guests to relax and enjoy the beauty of the ocean. We're thrilled that you found the scenery both above and below the water to be beautiful. The waters around Kailua-Kona are truly stunning, and we're honored to have been able to share that with you. Thank you for your recommendation, and we would love to have you join us again for another amazing adventure tomorrow or anytime!

Awesome

janine_m, Mar 2024

We had a great time. The crew was awesome. Food was terrific. Would definitely do that to her again.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Aloha! We're so stoked that your enjoyed your ocean adventure with us! We are already looking forward to your return! Thanks a million for the five star rating and kind words! All of our best wishes back at you!

Would do this again!

Chad_W, Feb 2024

This was our highlight during our time on Hawaii. The snorkeling was beautiful with plenty of fish to see. If snorkeling turns out to not be your thing, there are plenty of other options including inner tubes, stand up paddle boards, a water slide and a high jump. The food was great. We were blessed enough to see whales and dolphins on our cruise back to the port. Most importantly the staff was fantastic. They were incredibly friendly, fun and serving. They loved to serve the guests however they could. This was a great experience!

Perfect Day

Kristylynne_G, Jan 2024

It was so much fun! We enjoyed the food and the staff. The snorkeling was great. They had everything we needed including prescription googles. I would go again.

Best snorkeling and overall boat trip in many years on this Island - Excellent trip, crew, equipment and boat

JenniferN_S, Jan 2024

Overall, this was a great value. The snorkeling itself was good as the reef and fish are coming back (since the bleaching years back) to the spot we went, and we had plenty of time to snorkel and eat lunch. The trip was wonderful; by luck we saw 2 humpback whales close by breaching, which was amazing and and a huge added bonus; this is the migration time of year. The captain stopped the boat for a short time so we could see them come up again as this was on the way to snorkeling. Overall, the view was always wonderful along the coast. The food was good, the service excellent, there was a great crew. The boat seemed new and incredibly clean, and the snorkeling equipment was definitely new and totally clean and fit well - this is rare in my experience. The crew was wonderful, and the captain told stories and history throughout the cruise. Also, dolphins herded us back part of the way!! I Highly recommend this boating company and particular trip!!

Wonderful Christmas Day Cruise

Diane_A, Dec 2023

My husband and I took our family of 14, 4 kids + spouses and 4 young grandchildren (ages 6,4,3,2) on this cruise. It was a lot of fun for everyone. We saw bottle nosed & spinner dolphins and some whales. The spinner dolphins investigated us while we were anchored so we also got to see them swimming underwater! We also saw some pretty colorful fish while snorkeling. We pushed the little ones on the viewing boards, some of us rode the paddle board, some jumped off the platform, and most everyone went down the slide. Food and drinks were very good, and the crew was excellent.

Great snorkel cruise

Luke_G, Dec 2023

My boys and I had a great time with the crew on this snorkel cruise. The snorkel spot was great along with the slide and high dive from the boat! Crew was fun, helpful, and knowledgeable. Didn't see dolphins until the very end of the excursion but glad we got to see some!

My favorite part of our trip to Kona!!

Tiffany_S, Dec 2023

Pleasant staff very friendly and accommodating! 5 stars!! Fun scenic boat ride! Snorkeling was excellent! We saw tons of fish on the reef, even an octopus! We even got to see a whale on the way to the snorkel spot!! All of the toys are offered to play with in the water- Floaties, rest raft, paddleboard, etc! Our eight-year-old loved the slide and our 23-year-old loved the high jump!

Fantastic, fun tour!

Tiffany_F, Dec 2023

We had an incredible day on this boat with our 9 year old son! The boat was large enough so we never felt over-crowded, the service on the boat was truly excellent, and Jeremy, the captain, provided a fun and safe environment where we laughed and also learned quite a bit. We saw humpback whales, dolphins, snorkeled with so many fish. My son absolutely loved the slide off the boat. A+++ experience all around! Thanks for a great day!

Great Family Excursion!

Terri_C, Nov 2023

The atmosphere on the boat was perfect! Plenty of room for all, good music & narration all along the way. Fun adventure for our family. Service staff was fabulous.

Fabulous excursion for a family of all ages.

Natalie_L, Oct 2023

It was great all the way around. Food was great, music was great, the crew was great. Highly recommend for a half day excursion.

Great Time

Lisa_B, Oct 2023

Great crew and experience. Plenty of water activities in addition to snorkeling - slide, jump, water toys. Food was good with breakfast and lunch. Instruction and safety first rate. Highly recommend.

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