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Luxury Kona Coast Snorkel Cruise: Experience Clear Waters, Dramatic Cliffs & Hawaiian Ecology

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252 Ratings

Kailua-Kona

Embark on a luxury snorkel cruise along the stunning Kona Coast. Dive into clear waters, marvel at dramatic cliffs, and explore the unique Hawaiian ecology. Perfect for experienced snorkel enthusiasts!

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Keauhou Harbor - Discover remote snorkel locations as unique as the vessel that gets you there. Hula Kai is an exciting, yet truly relaxing experience!

This cruise departs daily from Keauhou Bay, the birthplace of Hawai’i’s longest reigning Monarch, King Kamehameha III. During the cruise, experience a scenic Hawaiian cultural journey with fascinating historical stories while viewing significant sites including the place of death of the great Circumnavigator Captain James Cook at Kealakekua Bay, the last battle stand at Kuamo’o Battlefield and the Royal Holua Slide, the largest and best preserved in the state, and a historical landmark.

The Kona Coast Tour includes two unique snorkel destinations (generally Pali Kaholo, Red Hill, and often Kealakekua Bay), tropical breakfast and a healthy lunch, standup paddleboards, and snorkel gear.

During the last hour of the tour, our cash bar is open with beer, wine, mai tai’s, and champagne for purchase.

All participants must be at least 7 years of age and be able to swim on their own without assistance and have previous snorkeling experience. Hula Kai is the sister vessel of Fair Wind II and part of Fair Wind Cruises - family owned since 1971.

What's Included

Plant-based tropical breakfast and lunch
Fresh water showers & two restrooms available
Reef-safe mineral sunscreen provided
Limited flotation devices for safety
Snorkeling equipment & stand up paddleboards included
Visits to two unique snorkel destinations (subject to weather)

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Transportation to departure point

Additional Information

Take pleasure in unspoiled snorkeling on the opulent Hula Kai during the South Kona Coast Snorkel Cruise. Discover transparent waters and sheer cliffs along the secluded South Kona coast - a segment of Hawaii that remains a hidden gem for many. Perfect for seasoned snorkel aficionados!

For an optional supplement of Sea Rockets, reach out to the provider directly for details.

All guests must be able to swim on their own and have previous snorkeling experience
Full-face snorkel masks are not permitted
Guests must be 7 years and older to participate in this activity

Location

78-7130 Kaleiopapa St

Kaleiopapa Street

Check in at the Fair Wind office located on Keauhou Bay. **Boarding begins 15 minutes after the listed tour check-in time.** -Cruise ship Passengers, CALL FAIR WIND for travel instructions UPON BOOKING - No refunds or reschedule option if you miss the tour due to late arrival.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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X9396ropeters

May 16, 2024

Brilliant trip - The whole trip was brilliant with a friendly and happy crew. Great breakfast and lunch. Clean facilities and the snorkel experience was brilliant. We were fortunate too with the weather. Lovely warm sunshine on flat sea conditions. Peter & Kay

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X3893wcmelissah

May 10, 2024

Best time on the Big Island! - We have been snorkeling with Fairwind every time we come to Hawaii and it never disappoints! By far the best tour on the Big Island! Don’t miss it!

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Davidap2137qc

Apr 24, 2024

Perfect Day! - This was a very professional and informative crew. Everything is well organized. The was amazing, the food was very tasty and the locations were great! You will not be disappointed by choosing a Fair wind snorkeling cruise.

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David_a

Apr 22, 2024

Don't miss this one! - This excursion is 5 stars! The crew was fantastic! The locations were amazing for snorkeling...lots of fish and the odd turtle. Along our tour the captain pointed out many scenic and historical places and gave us a little history about them. He also pointed out some dolphins swimming (we would have missed it) overall it was really well done including the food.

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Meganbk4323pd

Apr 13, 2024

Highly recommend this snorkel tour for a young family of 5 - We had an amazing experience aboard the Fair Wind! The staff was extremely friendly and helped our kids get comfortable with their snorkel gear. We have kids that are 4, 7 and 10 year old and they all were able to explore the reef with the help of innertubes and life vests. They loved the water slides as well. The food was fresh and tasted delicious. We highly recommend!

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Gabriela_m

Apr 2, 2024

The bar is open!! - Absolutely incredible experience! The team was so welcoming and fun. They’re very attentive to everyone and they have so many tools to make snorkeling comfortable for all. The food was delicious and perfectly timed to keep you energized throughout the trip. The amenities were great and worth the price. There’s a restroom, a very fairly priced bar and water. They have Gallons of reef safe sunscreen. The only thing you have to bring is yourself, a swimsuit and a towel!

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Lovetohula

Mar 12, 2024

The "BEST" snorkel trip on the Big Island. - Aloha, I once again took a friend on the wonderful "Hula Kai' snorkel adventure. As always, the experience is one of those "once in a lifetime's". For over 50 years I have been grateful and enjoyed my snorkelling adventures on the Fairwinds and then Hula Kai. This has always been for family and visiting friends the very best snorkelling experience on the Big Island. I had written a review in January regarding the food now served as family members missed the burgers and fresh fish. Now with deeper understanding we so appreciate the dedication the Fairwind owners have to preserving the environment.... sustainable agriculture...using local ingredients, fueling the boats only with biodiesel fuel.. With the compassion shown for over the years to those taking their snorkel adventures, the owners of the Fairwinds, Hula Kai realising the footprint too often harmfully placed on our precious Hawaiian Islands.. are also dedicated with compassion to protecting the the Hawaiian Islands, the environment ...utilizing local products and creating tasty food grown on the islands promoting this mission. I applaud them for their dedication. Thank you... The "BEST" snorkel experience while on the Big Island.

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376rics

Feb 15, 2024

Turn it up to 11 - Holy crap this was great. Can I give 6 stars on a 5-star scale? They earned it. Look, snorkeling is snorkeling, so I can't rate them on quality of the fish and coral and stuff (which were way cool), right? But the crew was outstanding - friendly, engaging, helpful. Heads were clean and well-stocked. Drinks were solid. Boat was comfy. Gear was clean and well-maintained. Fatties like me appreciate that they provided flotation devices (belts, tubes, noodles). No request was dumb. But ohmigod the food was next-level. On a snorkeling trip that advertises breakfast and lunch, I unfortunately expect Costco bagels and bananas for breakfast, crappy white-bread sandwiches for lunch. Nothing like that here. I'm no vegan but I appreciate that this company is trying to be better, and whoa they nailed it. Breakfast and lunch were both abundant and absolutely delicious. Ever had jackfruit mock-pulled pork? I hadn't either. LOVED IT, and I'm a diehard meathead with an old-school offset smoker. Can't rave enough about the unexpected good food, good crew, good views, good times. Yes we saw humpback whales. Hell, we even had an earthquake while offshore and knew nothing about it, the trip was that good.

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Turkeyleg5

Feb 13, 2024

Awesome Snorkel Trip! - Fabulous trip on the Hula Kai !!! Second time on this amazing snorkel tour. Crew was fantastic / food delicious / areas we visited spectacular. Saw lots of fish, coral etc. at each stop & saw spinner dolphins as well!!! Could not have had a better day. Will go again next time we are here!

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