Big Island Snorkeling Tours

Hawaii Activities has a great selection of top snorkel cruises in Hawaii. Find the best deals and discounts on Hawaii’s most popular snorkel tours. Book early as they sell out quickly! Cruise with Big Island’s top snorkel boats such as Fair Winds, Sea Paradise, Body Glove Cruises, Sea Quest and more.

Big Island snorkel tours range from a relaxed, easy day snorkeling at Captain Cook to exciting raft tours that explore the hidden gems of the Kona coast up close. To help you select the perfect option for you, check out this ultimate guide to book the best snorkeling tour on Big Island.

Where is the best place to snorkel on Big Island?

The Big Island is home to many incredible snorkel locations. The best snorkeling spots on the Big Island are concentrated at the Kona Coast, also known as the Gold Coast for the large schools of yellow tang fish that call these reefs home.

What are the most popular snorkeling cruises on Big Island?

1. Kealakekua Bay, Captain Cook Monument - Kealakekua Bay is one of the Big Island’s most popular snorkeling destinations. The bay is a marine sanctuary and is home to a large variety of tropical fish and other marine life. Top Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Cruises:

• Fair Wind Morning Cruise from Keauhou Bay.

• Sea Paradise Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Red Hill from Keauhou Bay.

• Sea Quest Ocean Rafting Snorkel & Sea Cave Adventure from Keauhou Bay.

• Into the Blue Small Group Snorkel Tour from Honokohau Harbor.

2. Honaunau Bay - Also known as The Place of Refuge, Honaunau Bay is a protected marine sanctuary that is one of the best places to snorkel in Hawaii. Clear, calm waters and vibrant coral reefs make this an unforgettable snorkeling experience. Sea Quest has the best snorkeling tours to Honaunau Bay: Expedition South Kona 3-stop Snorkel and Premium Morning 2-Stop Snorkel.

3. Kohala Coast - Explore reefs less frequented to enjoy a truly unspoiled Big Island snorkeling experience. Enjoy vibrant, thriving reefs teeming with marine life. Top 3 Kohala Snorkel Cruises

• Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Snorkel

• Kohala Snorkeling Cruise & Dolphin Watching Tour

• Ocean Sports Waikoloa Snorkel

What is the best snorkel cruise for beginners?

Body Glove Cruises and Fair Winds are the most recommended snorkeling cruises for entry level snorkelers and beginners. They also have the most family friendly boats.

Which snorkel cruise has the most number of snorkel stops?

Journey 22 miles down the South Kona coastline and explore the historical coastline on the Sea Quest 3-stop Kona Snorkel and snorkel at 3 different snorkel site: Kealakekua Bay, Honaunau Bay and a secret location.

Which Big Island snorkel tours include lunch?

Many Snorkeling Tours on Big Island provide lunch while on the water, with options varying from a simple deli style lunch to BBQ Grilled burgers to Hawaiian style plate lunches. The following snorkel cruises include a lunch:

• Fair Wind Morning Cruise - BBQ Burgers grilled onboard.

• Hula Kai Kona Snorkel - BBQ Burgers & Chicken grilled onboard.

• Body Glove Kona Snorkel Cruise - BBQ Burgers grilled onboard.

• Sea Paradise Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Red Hill - Deli Lunch Buffet.

• Ocean Sports Waikoloa Snorkel - Deli Lunch Buffet.

• Sea Quest 3-stop Kona Snorkel - Deli Lunch

• Sea Quest 2-stop Kona Snorkel - Deli Lunch

• Hawaii Nautical Luxury Snorkel Cruise- Choice of Deli Wrap or Bento Style Box Lunch

What is the Cheapest and Most Affordable snorkel cruise on Big Island?

Fair Wind Morning Cruise Afternoon Cruise and Kona Snorkel Tour on a Traditional Hawaii Sailing Canoe are the most affordable snorkel cruises in Waikiki.

Big Island Snorkel Boat Sizes:

There are snorkel boats of all sizes on Big Island, knowing the difference when choosing is the best way to ensure you have the most enjoyable experience.

• Large Boats (51 - 100 pax) - Fair Winds, Body Glove Cruises, Hula Kai - These boats are all very large catamarans that provide a very smooth and stable ride and offer the most amenities and comforts on board. These are the most friendly to snorkelers of all skill levels.

• Medium Boats (30 - 50 pax) - Ocean Sports, Spirit of Aloha, Sea Paradise, Ocean Encounters - Enjoy the same amenities and comforts as many of the larger boats but with a smaller crowd.

• Small Boats (6 - 29 pax) - Sea Quest, Into the Blue, Dolphin Discoveries, Captain Zodiac, Wahine Charters, Eka Canoes, Hilo Ocean Adventures. Enjoy a small crowd size and more personalized service aboard these Big Island snorkel adventures. Enjoy an exciting ride splashing through the waves along the scenic Kona coast waves on an Ocean Raft snorkel adventure or sail to your snorkel destination in a Hawaiian sailing canoe.