Kona Snorkel Boat Tour to Pawai Bay & Lava Arches
Snorkel lava arches and shallow reefs in boat-only Pawai Bay
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Mask, snorkel, fins
Highlights
Explore Pawai Bay's shallow reefs and lava rock arches on a boat-only Kona snorkel trip. Spend less time traveling and more time in the water, with the route dependent on ocean conditions.
- Ride 10–15 minutes from Kona's harbor to local reefs
- Snorkel Pawai Bay's shallow reef when ocean conditions allow
- Discover volcanic formations and lava rock arches
- Look for endemic fish and reef wildlife
- Learn through educational wildlife briefings
What's Included
- Mask
- Snorkel
- Fins
- Flotation devices
Important details
- Ages 3+ only; anyone under 18 requires parent or guardian supervision
- Basic swimming skills and comfort in the ocean are required
- Requires climbing a ladder unassisted to reboard the boat
- Requires good physical and mental health; not permitted for expectant mothers or those with back or neck issues
- Requires conversational English for safety instructions
- Arrive 10–15 minutes early and complete the digital waiver before arrival
- Full-face masks are not permitted
- Bring the credit card used for booking and matching valid photo ID; the cardholder name must match the booking contact
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets receive a full refund when canceled at least 48 hours before departure. Non-refundable tickets are final sale. With the Flexible Cancellation Upgrade, refundable tickets canceled at least 12 hours before departure receive a 50% refund. No refunds or rebooking for no-shows or late arrivals. Full refund if the operator cancels.
Product ID: AMD5KG
FAQs
Yes. You need basic swimming skills to enter the water. If you don’t want to snorkel, you can stay on the boat and enjoy the views.
This trip is not suitable for expectant mothers, guests with regular back or neck issues, or anyone with current injuries or health issues. The crew may deny boarding or water entry if they feel it’s unsafe, and no refund will be offered in that case.
Complete the required digital waiver before arrival for check-in.
Meeting details
Picnic tables at Kona Snorkel Trips, 74-381 Kealakehe Parkway Suite E, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Related locations
Pawai Bay
Admission includedTucked along the Kona Coast just north of Kailua-Kona, Pawai Bay draws snorkelers and divers with some of the clearest water on the Big Island. The bay sits within a protected marine reserve, so the coral formations are lush and the fish life is dense. Pawai Bay is accessible only by boat, which keeps the crowds thin and the underwater world remarkably intact. Rays glide across sandy patches, sea turtles surface for air, and spinner dolphins occasionally pass through the outer waters.
