About Ocean Encounters - Midday Snorkel Cruise
Snorkel the Kona coast with Ocean Encounters on a midday snorkel cruise featuring reef scenery, clear water, marine life and Big Island shoreline views.
Slip into the clear waters of the Kona Coast for a relaxed three-hour snorkeling adventure filled with tropical fish, colorful reef scenery and the possibility of spotting some of the Big Island's best-known marine life. Ocean Encounters pairs an easygoing midday cruise with a knowledgeable captain and crew who share local history, snorkel tips and plenty of fish stories along the way.
First-time snorkelers are welcome. The first mate can help you get fitted with gear, enter the water and stay nearby until you feel comfortable. More experienced snorkelers can settle in at their own pace and enjoy the reef, with possible sightings of spinner dolphins, turtles, schools of fish and humpback whales during the winter season.
All snorkeling gear is provided for use, including flotation devices, a wide assortment of masks, snorkels and rubber fins sizes 1/13.
Tour Highlights
- 3 hour snorkeling trip
- See a variety of marine life like spinner dolphins, turtles, whales (during winter seasons), schools of fish and a vibrant reef
- Great for first time or seasoned snorkelers
The Boat
- 46 ft. vessel
- Big and roomy with a restroom, plenty of shaded areas
- Big swim step and extra sturdy ladder so you can get out of the water easily
- Inside cabin and upstairs seating
Activity Notes
Where & When
Tour Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Check in at 12:30 pm at the Honokohau Marina, 74-425 Kealakehe Parkway, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 View Map
(For GPS users please note there is more than one Kealakehe!)
Directions for Honokohau Marina & Check-In:
Check in at the Bite Me Logo Store -
The Marina is 5 miles south of Kona airport and 3 or 4 miles north of Kailua-Kona. At the traffic light intersection, take Kealakehe Parkway from the highway (Hwy 19) towards the ocean. You'll see the sailboat masts from the highway and there's a sign for Honokohau Marina. Take that road lined with coconut palms and go Right at your first opportunity. Immediately on your left is a blue building complex with its own parking lot; our office is right by the flagpole.
Restrictions
There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Operation Days
Daily
Duration
3 hours
Capacity
37 passengers
Equipment
The Ocean Encounter is a big and roomy 46-foot Delta boat boasting an inside cabin, an upper deck for additional awesome views and a restroom. The vessel features a nice big swim step and an extra sturdy ladder, so you can get into and out of the water easily.
Vendor
This activity is operated by Ocean Encounters.
