Private Charter Experience in Kona: Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling and Wildlife Search
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Kailua-Kona
Embark on a private charter experience in Kona and explore the breathtaking Kealakekua Bay. Snorkel in pristine waters, search for wildlife, and discover secluded spots. Enjoy a delicious lunch and learn about the area's history. Explore the rugged coastline, blowholes, lava tubes, and sea caves. Perfect for couples, families, or extended families.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kailua-Kona - Discover the underwater world off the coast of Kailua-Kona as you head to snorkel at Kealakekua Bay.
  • Kealakekua Bay - This marine preserve is the top snorkeling destination in Hawaii. As you round the point, you’ll see the Captain Cook monument. The bay, part of the geologically young Big Island, is free from dirt, sand, and runoff. Spend as much time as you like snorkeling and exploring the reef. Captain Zodiac supplies all snorkeling gear, including prescription masks and flotation devices.
  • Captain Cook - Journey along the southern coastline of the island, featuring older lava flows, secluded spots, and various geological formations.
What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Prescription masks available for nearsighted guests (RX masks -2 to -5)
  • Flotation vests and noodles provided
  • Full snorkeling equipment provided
  • Variety of carbonated beverages
  • Assorted snacks
Additional Information

Ideal for couples, families or extended families of any size. Discover Kealakekua Bay, the ultimate snorkeling destination on the Big Island or explore an entirely secluded snorkeling spot.

Select whether you prefer to engage deeply in world-renowned snorkeling, wildlife spotting, or private locations.

Following your underwater adventure, your captain will provide lunch and drinks. Learn about the rich history of the region, including the story of Captain Cook. As we head back, we’ll cruise along the rugged coastline, exploring areas accessible only to Zodiacs due to their shallow drafts! We reveal natural gushers, laid bare lava tubes, and marine grottoes!

Location
Captain Zodiac Snorkeling and Whale Watching tours
Kealakehe Parkway
Our office is located in Blue roof building where the restaurant Harbor House is. Turn on to Kealakehe parkway make your first RIGHT, then second LEFT into a parking lot surrounded by chainlink fencing.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Sevanhasselt
Apr 26, 2024
Want the BEST Experience? Book with Captain Zodiac!! - The company and the crew make all the difference!! Super friendly, genuine, knowledgeable, and very accommodating to any needs - made this trip awesome for all of us. Even upon arrival before getting in the boat - lovely woman assisting us with info and getting sorted with sunscreen and a bathroom plan before heading out. Much appreciated from the start! The private charter was the best way to go for our family group. Highly recommend going earlier in the day. We were all ages from 4 to 75, and all comfort levels. Everyone had an amazing time. Captain Chuck and Shannon know what they're doing and we always felt like we were in great hands! They were so awesome with everyone and especially great with the kids! Snorkeling spot was the BEST we'd ever been to and not overcrowded while we were there. So much to see, great visibility and the crew were always helpful at every turn. The lunch and snacks were great. Just what everyone needed after the swim. We loved the stories and the history provided by our Captain along the way and ripping around in the zodiac on the way back was the best fun!! This a must-do with this Company. Wouldn't do it with anyone else after such a great experience. Big Canadian thanks to Captain Chuck, Shannon and all the staff at Captain Zodiac - you made our family excursion the absolute best experience!
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Voyage49227403641
Mar 20, 2024
Fantastic - Fantastic, my wife and I loved the charter . The boat itself and her knowledgeable and enthusiastic captain "Bee" couldn't be any better,
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Nomad68641005163
Feb 28, 2024
A must do while in Kona! - We had an amazing day with Captain Jason! I accidentally booked on the wrong day and Miranda worked magic to get us out on the day we arrived. We couldn’t be more grateful for the customer service and the incredible experience of whale watching and snorkeling. Highly recommend!
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Tgotz10
Jan 22, 2024
Great Trip - Captain Chuck was great and the whole tour was great. We saw over 200 dolphins, turtle and a whale that kept breaching for at least 10 minutes. Went snorkeling at Captain Cooks as well and that was excellent.
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N7564gsrobinw
Dec 24, 2023
Fantastic exploration - Our private tour with Captain Chuck was over the top! Heading north instead of south up the coast, we hung with a momma and calf whale while the little one practiced breaching (*swoon!*), got swarmed by an enormous pod of spinner dolphins, and enjoyed a couple of gorgeous, quiet snorkel spots. No crowds, tons of sea life, just our family and friends, and the captain’s knowledge of the islands and sea. Thanks, Chuck! Highly recommend!
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