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Body Glove – Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch

Cruise the Kona Coast with Body Glove for a day that combines reef snorkeling with time watching for dolphins and other marine life against the backdrop of the Big Island shoreline.

Your experience

About Body Glove - Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch

Body Glove 4.5 hours

Spend the morning cruising south along the Kona Coast toward Red Hill, a protected marine area reached by boat. The water here is known for colorful reef life, tropical fish and clear snorkeling conditions, with the chance to spot green sea turtles or wild dolphins along the way.

Before you get in the water, the lifeguard-trained crew goes over safety and snorkeling basics, so even newer snorkelers can feel more comfortable. Once anchored, you’ll have about two hours to explore the reef at your own pace.

Back on board, rinse off with the freshwater showers, take a turn down the 20-foot inflatable water slide, or simply relax on deck while the catamaran heads back along the coast.

Tour Highlights

  • Cruise the Kona Coast aboard a spacious modern catamaran
  • Snorkel at Red Hill, a protected marine area accessible by boat
  • Enjoy about two hours in the water
  • Look for tropical fish, green sea turtles and wild dolphins
  • Have fun on the 20-foot water slide after snorkeling

Tour Inclusions

  • Continental breakfast
  • BBQ lunch
  • Snacks, sodas, juices
  • All snorkel gear (Rx masks, flotation devices and water toys)
  • Snorkeling instruction from a lifeguard-trained crew
  • Complimentary reef-safe sunscreen
  • No-host premium cash bar on board

Breakfast Menu

  • Tropical Fruit (Vegan, GF)
  • Lilokoi Yogurt (Vegetarian/GF)
  • Granola (Vegan)
  • Danish (Vegetarian)
  • Homemade Banana Bread (Vegetarian)

BBQ Lunch Menu

  • BBQ Hamburger OR Hawaiian Grown Taro Burger (Vegan/GF)
  • Brioche Bun (Vegan)
  • Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles (Vegan)
  • Homemade Burger Sauce (Vegan)
  • Hamakua Purple Sweet Potato Salad (Vegan)
  • Island Made Sweet Potato Chips (Vegan)
  • Homemade Macnut White Chocolate Cookie (Vegetarian)

Ride-Along Rate

If you prefer to stay dry and simply enjoy the cruise, ask for the special ride-along rate. Should you change your mind and decide to snorkel, the crew can upgrade you on the spot for an additional fee.

Please Note

The breakfast and lunch menu may change without notice.

Before you go

Special Instructions

Meeting details, important notes and helpful information for your experience.

Where & When

Tour time:
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Check in at 7:30 am at the Body Glove Cruises' Retail Store, located at the Ilima Court Shopping Center at 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740. The boat departs from the left side of Kailua Kona Pier, which is located within walking distance from the Ilima Court Shopping Center. Parking is free.
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Restrictions

Full-face snorkel masks are not allowed to be used during this activity due to safety concerns. Snorkel gear is available on board for all guests, but you are welcome to bring your own non-full-face snorkel masks or other gear.

Guests will be required to sign a liability waiver prior to boarding.

Special Notes

All snorkel gear is washed, scrubbed and soaked in PureGreen24, a registered product on the EPA list which kills Coronavirus, MRSA, Norovirus and more. PureGreen24 disinfectant retains a 24-hour residual effectiveness.

A portion of all proceeds are donated to non-profit organizations for the preservation, restoration and education of Hawaiian culture and history, its coral reefs and coral reefs around the world.

GoPro cameras and wetsuits are available for rent on board.

The vessel is 100% wheelchair accessible on the lower deck. If you are traveling with a wheelchair, please let us know in advance so that pier parking can be reserved for you (there are only 2 spaces). If there's space we will note that the guest is using the space and will request that they call the office at boarding time for pier access. The guest will wait at the gate for a crew member to let them onto the pier. They must be traveling with a handicap placard in order to take advantage of pier parking.

Operation Days

Daily

Duration

4.5 hours

Equipment

Body Glove Cruises operates the Kanoa II, a state-of-the-art 65-foot catamaran that was designed with quality and comfort in mind. Guests enjoy plenty of shade and cushioned seating. The vessel features flat screen televisions, a full sound system for live entertainment and a full service premium bar. The Kanoa II is equipped with three restrooms, two freshwater showers, a 20-foot water slide, a 15-foot high dive platform, two large double swim platforms and flotation toys for everyone. The vessel is also wheelchair friendly. The spacious lower deck allows for a full range of movement.

Vendor

This activity is operated by Body Glove.

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