Double Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & BBQ

Overview

Encounter spinner dolphins from onboard and observe sea turtles during this half-day boat excursion from Kailua-Kona. A professional captain and crew greet you aboard a 43 ft Zodiac-style vessel at Honokohau Harbor and take you to explore Kona's beautiful coral reefs filled with tropical fish and other marine life. BBQ hot dogs or veggie dogs are included along with snacks and drinks.

IMPORTANT: On this tour, we used to snorkel with the wild dolphins. As of 2021 The Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) is now being enforced and swimming with wild dolphins is now considered harassment. We will still be able to go encounter the dolphins at a safe distance but will not be able to enter the water with them.

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Sat 17 May

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Starting at $139.00

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Sat 17 May

Starting at $139.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Snorkel gear

Professional captain and crew

Lunch, snacks and refreshments

Flotation devices

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 5 years
For adults who prefer not to snorkel but just ride along, pricing is the same as a child
Weight restriction: 275 lbs

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (14)

Jonathan_W

Jan 2020

The Captain was fantastic! He knew exactly what he was doing. He asked us what we wanted to see and do and then he delivered! Sharks, Dolphins, Whales, and reef snorkeling! Very personable and plenty of contact prior to our trip to ensure the best experience! I would absolutely recommend Kris Henry!

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Thank you for the fantastic review! We are so lucky to have him part of the team. Honestly, one of the best captains I have known and I have been around many! Thank you for the wonderful review :) Means a lot to us

Skycaptain220

Oct 2019

My wife and I booked the activity but had some issues with the date I originally picked. Mar was so amazing and help me change the date. The crew on the boat were very funny and interactive. I highly recommend it!!

Response from Host

Oct 2019

I remember this from other day :) So glad it worked out and we were happy to accommodate ! Mar is a great part of our team!

kristenamelia90

Oct 2019

It was a good tour, but we felt really cheated because we specifically paid for this tour to swim with wild dolphins like the photos show, and we were not ever allowed to swim with dolphins. The boat is really nice and relaxing, has a bathroom, the crew is great and picked us up directly from the cruise port. We started by going to the bay and watching the dolphins from the boat. The crew tells us the bay is protected and we can't swim with dolphins there so I assume we will stop at a second location later. We snorkel by Cook Monument which has colorful fish. It is shallow and packed with boats that can't anchor so no chance of dolphins coming by there. We join the boat again for sandwiches and snacks. We do some more dolphin watching in the bay. We see a sea cave. Then we're back at the dock. They have a great tour for dolphin watching from the boat, but you'll be disappointed if you buy this excursion with the expectation that you'll swim with dolphins like the photos show. You only snorkel over the corals around Cook Monument and see dolphins from the boat :(

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Aloha Kristen, happy to have you join us on a spectacular day. Remember this trip is not with dolphins in captivity. Our beautiful spinners are wild and even though they come swim with us 90-95% of the time, it is not guaranteed. Neither do we advertise guarantee. When the dolphins are swimming in the bay that is a boating zone and we, nor any other company, are ABSOLUTELY not allowed to let allowed to put passengers in a dangerous boating zone. That is why the captain let you at least view them from the boat. If you would like to specifically swim with dolphins guaranteed I would recommend Sea World or the Hilton where dolphins are in captivity. Mahalo