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    Kona Coast Private Charter

    Set your own Kona Coast adventure with a captain-led private cruise

    4.8 stars• 1.1K reviews

    Duration

    4 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 28 people

    Includes

    Snorkel gear, snacks, GoPro rental

    Highlights

    Design a private Holo Holo—Hawaiian for a pleasure cruise—with your captain, from a relaxed ride in the sun to an active ocean outing. Your captain will help tailor the adventure around ocean conditions and seasonal highlights, so your group can choose its own pace and focus.

    • Snorkel reefs away from the crowds
    • Explore sea caves and lava tubes up close
    • Choose a fast ride or a slow cruise along the coast
    • Discover Hawaiian history and geography with your captain

    What's Included

    • Snorkel gear
    • Pool noodles
    • Bottled water, aloha juices, and light snacks
    • One GoPro rental with microSD card and adapter
    • Wetsuit tops on request

    Important details

    • Ages 6+ only
    • Comfortable swimming is required
    • Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times, on the boat and in the water
    • A completed online waiver is required for each participant; a parent or guardian may include minors on their waiver
    • Arrange your own transportation from check-in to Keauhou Bay
    • If bringing sunscreen, use reef-safe zinc- or mineral-based lotion only; sprays and products containing oxybenzone, octinoxate, avobenzone, or octocrylene are not allowed

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 7 days before departure for a full refund or replacement gift card. No refund is issued for cancellations within 7 days. If the operator cancels due to weather, ocean conditions, mechanical problems, or safety concerns, your tour will be rescheduled; if you cannot reschedule, receive a full refund or replacement gift card. Tours run rain or shine.

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    FAQs

    No wildlife sightings are guaranteed.

    Wear your swimsuit and shoes that are easy to kick off. Bring a light cover-up, towel, and an optional hat.

    Yes. Your Kona Coast private charter has a storage box for a small bag of personal items.

    Meeting details

    Dolphin Discoveries - Store, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Suite F-146, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

    Experience provided by Dolphin Discoveries

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    Review summary

    4.8
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    Travelers rave about the manta ray snorkeling experiences here, with the crew earning consistent praise across the board. Captains like Craig, Rob, and Dennis get called out by name for their expertise and welcoming personalities, while guides like Vinny and Voss make everyone feel safe and well-informed in the water. People genuinely appreciate how knowledgeable the staff is about the mantas and local history. The close encounters with these graceful creatures leave a lasting impression, with many describing it as a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The logistics work smoothly too. Unlike other operators requiring lengthy boat rides, this outfit gets you to the manta viewing spot in just minutes, meaning more time in the water and less transit. Check-in is straightforward and efficient even with larger groups. One reviewer noted the shop location isn't directly at the pier, requiring some extra driving and prep time, but this seems like a minor inconvenience compared to the overall experience. Return visitors confirm the consistency of quality, with one guest coming back three times in a year.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Robert & Colby over at Dolphin Discoveries handled our snorkeling tour. They were great! I’d give them 6 stars if it were possible!

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    Ryan Fuller

    August 31, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Robert & Colby over at Dolphin Discoveries handled our snorkeling tour. They were great! I’d give them 6 stars if it were possible!

    Photo of Ryan Fuller

    Ryan Fuller

    August 31, 2026

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