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    Afternoon Snorkel & Sail in Kailua-Kona

    Semi-private Kona snorkel sail with lunch and post-snorkeling open bar

    4.9 stars• 783 reviews

    Duration

    3 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 22 people

    Includes

    Lunch, snorkel gear, open bar

    Highlights

    Set sail along the Kona coast on a semi-private afternoon catamaran trip with snorkeling, lunch, and room to relax. Your captain selects the snorkel destination throughout the year using local knowledge.

    • Explore a changing snorkel destination away from crowded sites and other boats
    • Sail the Kona coast aboard a 50-foot catamaran capped at 22 guests
    • Learn historical facts about favorite coastal spots from the crew
    • Enter and exit the water using the vessel's walk-in grand staircase
    • Watch for dolphins and seasonal whales along the coast

    What's Included

    • Enhanced lunch
    • Premium non-alcoholic beverages
    • Post-snorkeling open bar with beer, wine, and spirits for ages 21+
    • High-quality snorkel gear
    • Jumbo pool noodles
    • Towels

    Important details

    • Check in 30 minutes before departure
    • Water participants must swim without a flotation device
    • Water participants must weigh 300 lbs or less
    • Children age 4 and under must stay on board with a parent or legal guardian
    • Full-face snorkel masks are not permitted
    • Requires independent boarding and movement around the vessel; the vessel is not wheelchair accessible
    • Snorkeling is subject to weather and ocean conditions, and the trip may be modified for safety

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. No refunds for cancellations within 48 hours, no-shows, or late check-ins that miss the tour. Rescheduling within 48 hours incurs a rebooking fee. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: ZEMW5S

    FAQs

    Yes. If you get in the water, you must know how to swim without the assistance of a flotation device. If the captain or crew decides you don’t have adequate swimming ability, you’ll be directed back to the boat and you won’t receive a refund.

    Yes. Children ages 4 and under are not allowed in the water and must stay onboard with a parent or legal guardian. Guests who enter the water must weigh 300 lbs or less.

    No. Full-face snorkel masks are not permitted on this tour.

    Meeting details

    KONASTYLE Retail Store, 75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

    Experience provided by Kona Style

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    Adult

    $324.96

    13 years and older

    0

    Youth

    $251.17

    5-12 years old

    0

    Infant/Child (MUST stay on the boat/not allowed in water)

    $251.17

    Ages 4 & Under

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    783 reviews•Google Maps
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    The manta ray snorkel tours here have clearly left a lasting impression on visitors, with crew members like Captain Dan, Doug, and Janet consistently earning praise for their warmth, knowledge, and genuine care. The experience follows a lovely arc: a sunset boat ride out, snorkeling alongside manta rays that reportedly glide inches from your face, then hot chocolate on the ride back under the stars. Staff share fun facts about the mantas along the way, even calling some of them by name. A manta ray sighting guarantee adds real peace of mind, with the company arranging free repeat trips when the rays don't show. One reviewer noted that nervous or less experienced swimmers could have used more encouragement getting into the water, so if that's a concern for your group, it's worth flagging ahead of time. Beyond that, the vibe here feels genuinely local and personal, with crew that make you feel like family rather than just another tour group.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    An excellent adventure! Manta rays were incredible! The crew was professional, understanding, accommodating, reassuring. Very good!

    Photo of Mark Kirchhoefer

    Mark Kirchhoefer

    September 2, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    An excellent adventure! Manta rays were incredible! The crew was professional, understanding, accommodating, reassuring. Very good!

    Photo of Mark Kirchhoefer

    Mark Kirchhoefer

    September 2, 2026

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