BIG ISLAND
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The 10 most popular sailing on the Big Island. What they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Snorkel historic Kealakekua Bay from Kona on a power catamaran with dolphins, possible humpback whales, and lunch included.
“Great time, great staff, beautiful snorkeling. We were impressed with the efficiency and accommodations of the staff!”
Luxury catamaran snorkeling and dolphin watch from Kailua-Kona with included meals, reef-safe sunscreen, and fun water toys.
“Wow! I have been on two other snorkel trips and none compared to this experience. The food they provides was amazing, the boat was so much fun (they had so many fun things to swim with during our snorkeling time like a paddle board and yoga mat) and the crew was awesome. I highly recommend…”
Waikoloa Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail on a barefoot 53-foot catamaran with live narration, premium drinks, and Kohala-Kona sunset views for $159.
“Great sunset sail. Absolutely beautiful, calming and relaxing. The crew was extremely nice and courteous.”
Kona sunset catamaran with a full premium bar, snacks and a real dinner, plus chances to spot dolphins and whales.
“Very friendly staff and most accommodating. Answered all my questions! Thoroughly enjoyed our 90 minute experience - would highly recommend!”
4-hour catamaran day trip from Kailua-Kona to Captain Cook Reef with lunch, snacks, and optional snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay.
“Bryce and Aleyo were wonderful guides. They have great personalities and made our snorkeling trip aemorable experience. I loved the tunes they were blasting during the ride to and there were also some educational moments as they showed us some key sights on our trip back to the harbor.”
3-hour Waikoloa catamaran snorkel from Anaeho'omalu Bay with guided reef time, full premium bar, and deli lunch for fish, turtles, and possible dolphins.
“Great staff. Very accommodating and knowledgeable. Captain Jack put everyone at ease w his humor. The actual snorkeling was great quality. A good variety of fish and coral/plant life. Thoroughly enjoyed the trip and wanted to turn around and do it again.”
Sail the Kona Coast on a small catamaran, snorkel with provided gear, and enjoy lunch plus a full premium bar in about 3 hours.
“We did not see turtles but the friendliness of the crew made up for that. It was an especially nice cruise since we were the only 2 on the catamaran. We had our own private sailing!”
A 90-minute Waikoloa sunset catamaran sail from Anaeho‘omalu Bay with a full premium bar, island snacks, and views of Mauna Kea.
“Fun, bartender had great voice was a plus! very friendly crew, took photos, showed fishing techniques”
Cruise the Kohala Coast on a roomy catamaran with unlimited cocktails and pupu snacks as the Big Island sunset fades to pink.
“It was a great sailing with snacks. Includes free Unlimited drinks! The best time on a boat in Hawaii.”
Kona catamaran whale watch with humpbacks, premium drinks, and a free return if you miss sightings, sailing from Honokohau.
“Seeing false killer whales was awesome! Crew was knowledgeable and personable. Great 1.5 hours on the water in beautiful Hawaii!”
