Search the Kona coast for whales from the waters of Hawai'i Island
Head out on the water from Kailua-Kona for a whale-watching excursion along Hawai'i Island's Kona coast.
Free cancellation with 48 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: 8RV8H7
Wildlife sightings are not refundable or discountable if wildlife does not cooperate.
This whale watching tour takes place on Hawai'i Island, also known as the Big Island. Make sure your booking is for the correct island; no-shows booked for the wrong island remain responsible for the full ticket price.
The boat is not wheelchair accessible. This tour requires boarding and unboarding the boat without ramps.
Bite Me Sportfishing's logo store & charter desk, Honokohau Marina
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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