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Kona Diving EcoAdventures - Reef & Dolphin Snorkel Tour
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Departing from Honokohau Harbor, this Kona dolphin watch takes you along the Big Island’s beautiful Kona Coast. Look for protected marine life, including Hawaiian spinner dolphins, green sea turtles and tropical reef fish.
Dolphins are frequently seen in the areas of Keahole Bay, Makalawena, Ho'ona Bay and Kiholo Bay. This tour takes you around to some of these areas with friendly and professional snorkel guides who will share their knowledge of the area with you. Once dolphins are sighted, it’s time to don on your mask and snorkel and get in the water!
Tour Highlights:
- Cruise along the beautifully rugged Kona coastline
- Look for a pod of dolphins
- Snorkel in crystal clear waters
- Chance to see other marine life as well, including green sea turtles, manta rays and tropical reef fish
Tour Inclusions:
- Wraps, fresh fruit, snacks, soft drinks and water
- Snorkel gear and flotation devices
Please note that this tour follows the method of letting dolphins lead any interaction experienced. The dolphins will choose if, how, when and how long they share an encounter with you.
Tips to follow would be swimming gently (don't chase or pursue) and respect their personal space. Keep splashing, sudden actions or noise to a minimum and do not dive down with the dolphins.
Reef & Dolphin Snorkel
Dolphins
Kona Diving EcoAdventures
- Where and When:
- Check in at 8:30 am. Tour returns at 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm.
Check in at Honokohau Harbor, Slip C-1. Look for a Manta Ray Dives of Hawaii sign. View Map
From the Kona International Airport:
- Turn right onto HI-19/ Queen Kaahumanu Hwy, go 3.5 miles
- At light, turn right on Kealakehe Pkwy into entrance of Honokohau Marina
- **Take the first right** and follow the road around
- After passing Gentry's Sea Store Deli / Gas Station, turn left
- Park on the right side of the boat ramp near the pavilion / bathrooms
- Check-in at our boat named, **THE MANTA** slip C-1, just left of the boat ramp
From Kona:
- Take HI-19/ Queen Kaahumanu Hwy, north towards the Kona International Airport
- At light, turn left on Kealakehe Pkwy into entrance of Honokohau Marina
- **Take the first right** and follow the road around
- After passing Gentry's Sea Store Deli / Gas Station, turn left
- Park on the right side of the boat ramp near the pavilion / bathrooms
- Check-in at our boat named, **THE MANTA** slip C-1, just left of the boat ramp
Latitude - Longitude:
- Latitude: 19.669487 Longitude: - 156.022228
- Lat: 19 40' 10.1532" Long: -156 1' 20.0208
- Requirements:
- Restrictions:
- Snorkelers must be able to swim. Snorkeling is not recommended for those under 6 years of age.
Snorkelers age 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
- Special Notes:
- Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, but there is a 98% chance of seeing dolphins.
- Operation Days:
- Daily
- Duration:
- 3.5 - 4 hours
- Vendor:
- Kona Diving EcoAdventures
- Capacity:
- Equipment:
- Kona Diving EcoAdventures utilizes at 40-foot Newton Customs 36 Dive Special boat that feature FlyBridge seating with a 360 degree view, swim platform, extra large ladder and a hot water shower.
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