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    Private 46' Boat Charter in Kailua-Kona

    Charter a roomy 46' boat with shaded seating, snorkel gear, and snacks

    4.4 stars• 454 reviews

    Duration

    4 Hours

    Includes

    Snorkel gear, light snacks

    Highlights

    Charter the 46 ft. Ocean Encounter in Kailua-Kona and enjoy a spacious boat with shaded areas, an inside cabin, and viewing from the upper deck. You’ll also have a swim step and sturdy ladder for getting in and out of the water.

    • Relax in shaded areas, an inside cabin, and upstairs seating
    • Use the swim step and sturdy ladder to enter and exit the water
    • Snorkel with provided wet suit, snorkel, mask, and fins
    • Enjoy light snacks provided onboard
    • Follow Hawaii ocean-fishing license rules for non-residents if you plan to fish

    What's Included

    • Wet suit
    • Snorkel
    • Mask
    • Fins
    • Light snacks

    Things to know

    If you plan to ocean fish, non-residents 15 or older need a Hawaii fishing license ($20 1-day, $40 7-day, $70 annual), with exemptions for youth under 15 and active-duty military personnel and their families. Crew gratuity is not included unless arranged in advance.

    Cancellation Policy

    PLEASE NOTE OUR OFFICE HOURS ARE 9am to 6pm Hawaii Standard Time. SHOULD YOU NEED TO CONTACT US FOR ANY REASON PLEASE DO SO DURING OFFICE HOURS.

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    FAQs

    Yes. Basic swimming experience is required to participate in the snorkeling activities.

    No. The boats are not wheelchair accessible, and you need to be able to board and unboard without ramps.

    Yes, if you are a non-resident and plan to ocean fish from a boat in Hawaii. Youth under 15 and active-duty military personnel and their families are exempt. Licenses are valid from the date of issue, and use dates cannot be changed and are not refundable.

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    Private Charter 4 Hours

    $2,387.95

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    Private Charter 6 Hours

    $2,729.09

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    Private Charter 8 Hours

    $3,070.22

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    Review summary

    4.4
    Very Good
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    Whale watching and manta ray snorkeling in Kona doesn't get much better than this. Captains like Momi, Rory, and Lena consistently earn praise for finding the wildlife and keeping guests informed, while crew members like Justice, Maddie, and Laura bring genuine enthusiasm to every trip. The manta ray night snorkel stands out as a crowd favorite, with guests describing close encounters that left them speechless. A few practical things worth knowing before you go: bring a towel and a light jacket or sweatshirt, because the boat ride back can feel cold when you're wet. If you're prone to seasickness, taking something like Dramamine beforehand is strongly recommended for the night manta tour. First-timers, including those who consider themselves nervous snorkelers, consistently report feeling well taken care of by the crew, so don't let anxiety hold you back from booking.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Our family went on the 9:00 Manta ray excursion with Captain Rory, Madi and Josh. They were all awesome! We had a great time, saw many manta rays and learned a lot about them. Everyone was helpful and kind! Overall it was an all around wonderful experience!

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    beth flores

    August 30, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Our family went on the 9:00 Manta ray excursion with Captain Rory, Madi and Josh. They were all awesome! We had a great time, saw many manta rays and learned a lot about them. Everyone was helpful and kind! Overall it was an all around wonderful experience!

    Photo of beth flores

    beth flores

    August 30, 2026

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