BIG ISLAND
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The 5 most popular dolphin & wildlife watching on the Big Island. What they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Speedy small-group Zodiac snorkel to Kealakekua Bay for coral, sea caves, and Captain Cook sights, with included pineapple and water.
“Bring a towel and apply your sunscreen, even if overcast! Great experience and wonderful knowledge of the area.”
Luxury catamaran snorkeling and dolphin watch from Kailua-Kona with included meals, reef-safe sunscreen, and fun water toys.
“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!!”
Sea turtles, a historic Kona church, and Kona coffee samples on a 5-hour cruise shore tour with easy port pickup and local stops.
“Overall, very good tour. Jess was our tour guide. I would recommend. It is a low impact activity level and good for families of all ages looking to see some of the island. Pick up at the cruise port was super easy and tour company does a great job with communication.”
Kona ocean safari with small-group snorkeling in deep water search for turtles, dolphins, whales, manta rays, and more in 4 hours.
“This Ocean Safari from Kona exceed my expectations in a big way. I got on the water with a dozen Manta rays, what a magical experience. We saw spinner and bottle nose dolphins and several humpback whales. One whale came up to the boat to check us out it was epic! Cam and Dev were…”
Small-boat dolphin and sea cave snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay near Captain Cook Monument, with fast zodiac rides, snacks, and whale/dolphin chances.
“The snorkeling was great! Saw dolphins and the caves on the way back. The boat was a dingy style so a bit rough when riding the waves. Great if you like that!”
