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Kona Private Ocean Adventure 4 hr

TourTruth score 8.7 out of 10

Very goodTop 9% in Big Island of Hawaii

53 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • 4 hrs
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Charter a private Kona boat for four hours of snorkeling, remote reefs, wild dolphins, and a flexible ocean adventure for up to six guests.

About this tour

Set out from Kailua-Kona for a private ocean adventure shaped around your group. With your own boat and a crew of two, this four-hour Kona Private Ocean Adventure gives you the freedom to choose how to spend your time on the water.

Swim with wild dolphins, explore the reefs around Kealakekua Bay, visit remote snorkeling spots, or reach beaches accessible only by boat. You can also ask about a discovery dive. No snorkeling experience or personal gear is required; snorkel equipment and wetsuits are provided, with dive gear available when applicable. Your captain and snorkel or dive guide lead the outing, while lunch, snacks, fruit, juices, and water keep everyone refreshed. Dietary options include vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and kosher meals when requested in advance.

Meet at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor and enjoy a flexible outing for up to six guests, whether you’re celebrating with family or planning a special escape. Choose the Kona Private Ocean Adventure that suits your group and make the most of a day on Hawaii’s coast.

Highlights

  • Swim with wild dolphins on a private boat charter
  • Explore remote reefs or Kealakekua Bay
  • Visit private beaches accessible only by boat
  • Choose a discovery dive or snorkeling adventure

What's included

Included

  • Two crew members: one captain and one snorkel or dive guide
  • Bottled water
  • Snorkel gear, wetsuits, and dive gear when applicable
  • Snacks, fresh local fruit, juices, and water
  • Lunch with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and kosher options
  • Local beer upon request

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off; pickup is available at Four Seasons and the pier

Ratings on each provider

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Important information

  • Maximum group size is 6 guests
  • Meet at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, north side of the harbor, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
  • Boats and trucks are painted with octopus tentacles; GPS may be unreliable in Hawaii
  • Advise the provider of dietary requirements when booking
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  • Children must be accompanied by an adult; infants must sit on an adult's lap
  • Infant seats are available; strollers and service animals are allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Divers participating in a certified dive must provide proof of certification; minimum age is 10 for a discovery dive
  • Missed tours due to a cruise ship's late arrival or non-arrival are not refundable

Frequently asked questions

How many guests can join?

The private charter accommodates up to 6 guests. Contact the provider about larger groups.

What can we do on the charter?

Options include snorkeling with wild dolphins, visiting private beaches, exploring Kealakekua Bay or remote reefs, and trying a discovery dive.

Is snorkeling experience or gear required?

No experience or snorkel gear is required. Snorkel gear and wetsuits are provided.

Are meals and drinks provided?

Lunch, snacks, fresh local fruit, juices, and water are provided. Local beer is available upon request.

What do certified divers need?

Divers participating in a certified dive must provide evidence of dive certification. The minimum age for a discovery dive is 10.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 53 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • 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 8.7. Top 9% in Big Island of Hawaii means it ranks in the top 9% of tours in Big Island of Hawaii by this score.

Provider rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii

How many tours in Big Island of Hawaii have a provider rating at or below each value. The dashed line is this tour.

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