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Kailua-Kona Snorkel and Sail Adventure 4 hr

TourTruth score 9.2 out of 10

ExcellentTop 3% in Big Island of Hawaii

721 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • 4 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Sail the Kona coast, snorkel coral gardens, and enjoy Kona coffee and lunch aboard a 50-foot catamaran.

About this tour

Set sail along the Kona coast aboard Kona Style, a 50-foot catamaran, and spend four hours exploring the waters around Kealakekua Bay. This Kailua-Kona snorkel and sail adventure pairs open-ocean views with a chance to spot dolphins and seasonal whales from the shaded cabin or sunny splash nets.

At the bay, slip into calm water to explore coral gardens and watch for colorful reef fish and sea turtles. Snorkeling equipment, floaties, and instruction are provided, and a grand staircase offers easy water entry and exit. Between time in the water and on deck, enjoy freshly baked pastries, fruit, and 100% Kona coffee, followed by fresh deli sandwiches or mixed greens. Water, juice, and soft drinks are complimentary; alcoholic drinks are available to purchase. The Native Hawaiian-owned and operated crew also shares Hawaiian stories along the way.

Plan ahead: check in at the KONASTYLE office in Kailua-Kona 45 minutes before departure, and bring a towel. Choose this Kailua-Kona snorkel and sail adventure for a relaxed day of sailing, snorkeling, and coastal scenery.

Highlights

  • Sail the Kona coast aboard a 50-foot catamaran
  • Snorkel calm waters among coral gardens and reef fish
  • Look for sea turtles, dolphins, and seasonal whales
  • Enjoy Kona coffee, pastries, fruit, and lunch on board
  • Hear Hawaiian stories from a Native Hawaiian-owned crew

What's included

Included

  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges
  • Snorkeling equipment, floaties, and instruction
  • Continental breakfast with pastries, fruit, and 100% Kona coffee
  • Fresh deli sandwiches or mixed greens
  • Non-alcoholic beverages, including water, juice, and soft drinks

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Alcoholic beverages, available for purchase on board
  • Towels
  • Parking; discounted validation is available at the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha Hotel for $13 for up to 5.5 hours

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Important information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, spinal injuries, or who are pregnant
  • Moderate physical fitness is recommended
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult; children under 5 must stay on the boat and be supervised at all times
  • Minimum drinking age is 21
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  • At least 2 people are required per booking
  • Snorkelers must be able to swim without a flotation device; crew may require guests who cannot swim competently to return to the vessel, without a refund
  • Guests over 300 lb (136 kg) cannot enter the water
  • Full-face snorkel masks are not allowed
  • Vessel is not handicap accessible
  • Share dietary requirements when booking; gluten-free and vegetarian options require at least 48 hours' notice
  • Check in at the KONASTYLE office, 75-5660 Palani Road, Suite C8, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740; arrive 45 minutes before departure. Do not check in at the boat
  • Bring your parking ticket to check-in to use discounted parking validation

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The snorkel and sail adventure lasts 4 hours.

Where do I check in?

Check in at the KONASTYLE office at 75-5660 Palani Road, Suite C8, Kailua-Kona, not at the boat. Arrive 45 minutes before departure.

Do I need to know how to swim?

Yes. Guests entering the water must swim without a flotation device. The crew may direct guests who cannot swim competently to return to the vessel, without a refund.

Can children join the snorkeling?

Children under 5 must stay on the boat and be accompanied by an adult. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Are dietary options available?

Gluten-free and vegetarian options are available with at least 48 hours' advance notice. Share dietary requirements when booking.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.96 on Viator (GetYourGuide shows no usable rating). Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 9.2. Top 3% in Big Island of Hawaii means it ranks in the top 3% of tours in Big Island of Hawaii by this score.

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