Charter a fishing boat in Kailua-Kona with quality gear and onboard amenities
4 Hours
Fishing gear, Restroom, Shade
Head out on a private charter from Kailua-Kona for fishing, snorkeling, or a combo trip. Fish with well-equipped tackle and relax onboard with practical boat amenities.
Fishing licenses are required for non-residents ocean fishing from a boat in Hawaii (youth under 15 and active-duty military personnel and their families are exempt). License fees are $20 (1-day), $40 (7-day), or $70 (annual). Gratuities for the crew are not included unless agreed in advance.
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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Yes. Basic swimming experience is required for snorkeling activities. You must be able to get on and off the boat and use the swim step and ladder to enter and exit the water.
No. The boats are not wheelchair accessible, and you need enough mobility to board and unboard without ramps.
If you are a non-resident ocean fishing from a boat in Hawaii and you are 15 or older, you need a fishing license. Youth under 15 and active-duty military personnel and their families are exempt. Licenses are valid from the date of issue, and they are not refundable or changeable.
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.
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!
beth flores
August 30, 2026
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!
beth flores
August 30, 2026
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