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    Custom Private Charter in Kawaihae

    Design your day aboard a fully equipped private boat

    5.0 stars• 122 reviews

    Duration

    3–6 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Snorkel gear, snacks, refreshments

    Highlights

    Shape your time on the water around snorkeling, sport fishing, a sunset cruise, or a special occasion. Relax aboard the Niolo Nui, a 32-foot center-console boat with space for your private group.

    • Customize your charter around the activities and occasion you have in mind
    • Relax in the bow lounge, which converts to a bed or dining table
    • Freshen up with a private head and pull-out shower
    • Listen to music through the Bluetooth stereo and onboard speakers
    • Celebrate with catered appetizers for dietary restrictions and special requests

    What's Included

    • Mask, snorkel, and fins
    • Snacks and seasonal fruit
    • Water and juice
    • Catered appetizers
    • Towels upon request

    Important details

    • Arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time to complete waiver forms and fit fins
    • A state fee applies and is not included in the listed price
    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.

    From$194per person
    Split with

    Cancellation Policy

    Receive a full refund with at least 24 hours' notice of cancellation.

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    FAQs

    Bring a towel, SPF sunscreen or UPF sun-protection clothing, and a light jacket or hoodie for after time in the water.

    The charter includes catered appetizers, and you can choose from an appetizer menu at no additional fee. Special food and drink requests are available; share dietary restrictions in advance.

    GoPro footage of your private charter, including a microSD card, is available for an additional charge.

    Meeting details

    South Harbor, Kawaihae

    Experience provided by Captain Chad's Charters

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    Fits up to 6 guests

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    Captain Chad, Ryan, Yuta, and the rest of the crew have built something genuinely special on the Big Island. The consistent thread across reviews is how personal and unhurried the experience feels. Guests aren't shuffled through a script. Instead, the crew adapts the day around what each group actually wants, whether that's serious fishing, manta ray night dives, snorkeling reefs, or watching whales breach up close. Families with young kids come up repeatedly as a standout strength. Captain Chad is one of the few operators willing to take small children on manta ray experiences, and parents consistently rave about how safe and supported everyone felt. Ryan gets particular praise for his Big Island knowledge and storytelling, and Yuta earns his own loyal fan base for his calm, expert snorkeling guidance. The crew even shows up with fresh pineapple, banana bread, snacks, and cold drinks. One practical note from reviewers: if you're prone to seasickness, come prepared with medication. The Pacific can be unpredictable and a few guests mentioned this is worth taking seriously. That small caveat aside, the reviews paint a picture of a crew that genuinely loves what they do and passes that energy on to every guest. For a private charter experience that feels more like a day out with locals than a tourist excursion, this team is a strong choice.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Captain Chad is the man! My boys had a blast fishing and snorkeling. Turtle's and playing with some local octopus. Definitely going again. Mahalo Capt. Chad and Yuta.

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    Michael Bohrer

    April 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Captain Chad is the man! My boys had a blast fishing and snorkeling. Turtle's and playing with some local octopus. Definitely going again. Mahalo Capt. Chad and Yuta.

    Photo of Michael Bohrer

    Michael Bohrer

    April 1, 2026

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