Small tour boat and snorkelers on the Kona coast

Kailua-Kona coast

Kona Boat Tours and Snorkel Trips

Six guests max. 1.5 or 2.5 hours. Book the whole boat or buy a seat. Meet at Kona Pier.

Pickup

Kona Pier, Kailua-Kona

Group size

6 guests maximum

On board

Pineapple, water, and juice

Tours

Two lengths. Private or tickets.

Individual tickets share the boat with a few other guests. Book the whole boat and we can customize the run — linger at a favorite cove, keep it easy for kids, or stay closer to town.

1.5 hours

1.5-Hour Kona Coast

A quick run from Kona Pier along the coast with time in the water. Best for first-timers, families, and anyone short on time.

Per person
$80
Whole boat
$450
Book this trip

2.5 hours

2.5-Hour Snorkel Tour

More time in the water and room to linger at a second stop when conditions allow. The better pick if snorkeling is the main event.

Per person
$95
Whole boat
$550
Book this trip

Where we go

Snorkel spots on the Kona coast

Conditions pick the stop. We look for turtles and reef fish — sightings are never guaranteed. Private charters can request a preferred order.

Pawai Bay

Pawai Bay

Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

A close-in cove with clear water and easy snorkeling right off the Kona coast.

Keauhou Bay

Keauhou Bay

South of town

Calm, protected water and a classic Kona shoreline. Often the smoother option on a breezy day.

Red Hill

Red Hill

Puʻu Ohau

The rust-red cinder cone on the coast. A scenic stop with reef along the lava edge.

Sea turtle over a Kona reef

We look for honu and reef fish. We keep our distance.

Included

What is on the boat

  • Snorkel gear in multiple sizes
  • Fresh pineapple
  • Water and juice
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Captain and up to 6 guests

Meet at Kona Pier

Arrive 15 minutes early. Parking is in the pier lots. We text the slip the morning of the trip. Weather can move the route or the time.

Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi · Small-group 6-pack

Book

Request your date

Private boat from $450 (1.5 hr) or $550 (2.5 hr). Tickets from $80 or $95. Cap is six people either way.

Trip length
How you book

Private charters can be customized — tell us a preferred spot or pace in the notes.

Private boat, up to 6 guests

$450

Pickup is Kona Pier. This form holds your request so we can confirm weather and the slip. Gratuity is not included.