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Kona Dolphin Watch and Snorkel
4.9
27 Ratings
Kailua-Kona
Embark on a thrilling 3-hour adventure in Kona, Hawaii. Watch dolphins, snorkel in beautiful spots, and indulge in a delicious BBQ lunch on the boat. Book now!
Embark on a thrilling 3-hour adventure in Kona, Hawaii. Watch dolphins, snorkel in beautiful spots, and indulge in a delicious BBQ lunch on the boat. Book now!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Iruka Hawaii Dolphin and Manta Tours - Board the 2nd fastest boat in Kona to cruise the stunning west side coastlines of the Big Island. Experience snorkel spots only available by hours of hiking or by 4-wheel drives. Each 3-hour tour is entirely unique as our experienced captain and crew choose the best snorkel destination dependent on that day’s…
- Iruka Hawaii Dolphin and Manta Tours - Board the 2nd fastest boat in Kona to cruise the stunning west side coastlines of the Big Island. Experience snorkel spots only available by hours of hiking or by 4-wheel drives. Each 3-hour tour is entirely unique as our experienced captain and crew choose the best snorkel destination dependent on that day’s ocean conditions.
Watch wild dolphins from the boat and snorkel with turtles along with other unique marine life. Our vessel, KIBOU is equipped with a bathroom, shower, and space for 30 passengers to sit comfortably. We will grill up some lunch onboard and learn about Hawaii’s rich culture, land, and marine life. All snorkel gear, ocean activities, lunch, and drinks are included. You are welcome to bring your own food and beverage as well. Alcohol is allowed, we kindly ask for no glass bottles.
Private charters are available upon request. Book your adventure today!
What's Included
- Lunch provided
- Snorkeling gear included
- Lunch provided
- Snorkeling gear included
What's Not Included
- Wet suits are available for rent $10/adult and $5/child.
- Wet suits are available for rent $10/adult and $5/child.
Additional Information
- Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure
- Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17
- The friendly staff welcomes guests with a warm Aloha
- Wetsuit fitting Optional for additional fee*
- Depart from Honokohau Harbor
- Crew and captain introductions
- Tour guide will give an overview of the tour and cover all safety measures…
- Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure
- Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17
- The friendly staff welcomes guests with a warm Aloha
- Wetsuit fitting Optional for additional fee*
- Depart from Honokohau Harbor
- Crew and captain introductions
- Tour guide will give an overview of the tour and cover all safety measures
- Cruise along the Kona Coastline
- Watch Hawaiian spinner dolphins (Watch whales Dec. 15 - Mar.31)
- Swim in 2 snorkel spots (Garden Eel Cove, Pawai Bay, Makalawena, Kaloko fish ponds, Keahou)
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Enjoy freshly grilled lunch + pineapple on the boat
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Return to Honokohau Harbor
- A Hui Hou!
Location
Iruka Hawaii Dolphin and Manta Tours
Kealakehe Parkway
Iruka Hawaii Dolphin and Manta Tours
Slip A-17, Honokohau Small Boat Harbor
74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
Please meet us at the Iruka Hawaii booth at Slip A-17 in the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor for check-in, arriving 30 minutes early with your completed waiver.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(27 Ratings)
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Likag2020
Sep 28, 2024
Great experience with professional crew - Lina Mitch and Scott was very kind and professional. Super cool crew. With wittiness and knowledge of marine biology. Great experience. I was scared if the tour was too advanced for beginners but Mitch encouraged us with support and Lina give everyone confidence and care. Scott gave rich Hawaii history sharing. Feel very safe and cared on this trip. Definitely recommend to my friends back home.
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Dreamer52834120171
Sep 22, 2024
Recommend this trip 100% - Amazing experience, we took our kids and they loved it. The crew was very friendly and fun. We saw dolphins for the very first time!
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58jacquelyna
Sep 11, 2024
Attentive kind staff - The guys on the ship were very attentive. My husband was having some difficulty swimming and before I could even signal them they were there helping him back to the boat. Once he got back he put a life jacket for snorkeling and still wanted to get in the water. He enjoyed it and said he saw the fish. I love snorkeling so I am glad he still got to enjoy it despite his initial fear. Thank you Trevor, Scott and Diego. You were very kind
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Virginia_v
Aug 27, 2024
The best day ever! - Trevor and Kama were wonderful! They were helpful with getting us ready to Snorkel. They knew the best place to fine fish, turtles and dolphins! The whole family had a fun day! Best boat trip ever!!
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B2644ei_
Aug 14, 2024
The dolphins! We are soooo happy! - On the island of Hawaii, it is no longer possible to swim with or touch the dolphins. You cannot even approach dolphins. But it doesn't matter if the dolphins get close to people.
This time we were lucky! Because a lot of dolphins swam leisurely into our snorkelling area! And They passed right under us!
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856aoifeo
Jul 18, 2024
Brilliant time - My husband and I did this on our honeymoon and it was great. Scott, Trevor and Tamae were all so friendly, attentive and knowledgable. Despite the water being a bit choppy and a swell coming in they still made sure we got some awesome snorkelling in and still saw some dolphins. They really looked after us all with drinks, snacks and the hot dog lunch and fresh pineapple was really delicious.
Would absolutely recommend this and the night time manta ray expedition with these guys - we did both!
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Echo_s
Jul 6, 2024
Great! - Mitch and Louis were great! Would definitely recommend ❤️
Loved seeing the dolphins.
The bbq towards the end was a great treat too!
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Amg_in_phx
Jul 6, 2024
Great snorkle trip!! - This tour was awesome! We had been out on their Manta snorkle trip the evening before and then we decided to also go out with them for the 3 hours Dolphin watch, reef snorkle, and BBQ lunch the next morning. So, you can tell that we enjoyed our time with Iruka Hawaii. For the Dolphin watch trip Mitch and Louie were great, intercative, and informative. They took us on two lovely spots, and even found us a huge pod of spinner dolphins. We got a great up close view of an eagle ray. It was a great trip. I recommend them, and would go back out with Iruka Hawaii, again!
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Mardle62
May 6, 2024
Out of this world experience - A once in a lifetime experience which was beyond all expectations. The crew , Trevor, Scott and Tamae were fantastic, very knowledgeable and made the whole experience very enjoyable. Seeing dolphins and turtles from the boat was fantastic but actually getting to swim with a pod of over 100 spotted dolphins was out of this world. The places we were taken to for snorkeling were wonderful with so many fish to see.
Luckily Tamae filmed us swimming with the dolphins so we have a perfect way to relive our experience.
Thanks so much guys, memories that will live with us for ever.
Mark, Cheryl and Holly
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Robert_s
Jun 12, 2024
Was a great experience... - Was a great experience but waters were rough. Didn’t see as many fish as I thought but did see dolphins.
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