BIG ISLAND
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 12 sailing and yacht snorkel trips in Big Island worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you book.
Review of Sea Paradise’s 3-hour Kona sail and snorkel to Captain Cook Monument, with costs, gear, timing, food, wildlife, and practical tips.
“So safe, comfortable, and relaxing! 100% recommend. Shannon was exceptional! Entire crew was amazing!”
Sail Kona’s coast to Kealakekua Bay for clear-water snorkeling, Hawaiian history, breakfast, lunch, and a friendly catamaran crew.
“The staff were fun, energetic and knowledgeable. They made it a very enjoyable trip. Loved the boat ride.”
Review of Sea Paradise’s Kona sail and snorkel to Captain Cook Monument, with two reef stops, meals, gear, pricing, and practical tips.
“This is one of the best snorkeling tours we have ever done. The boat is beautiful and the crew is great.”
Review of Sea Paradise’s 4.5-hour Captain Cook snorkel cruise, with meals, gear, two reef stops, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“They should know that it was an awesome cruise with an awesome crew. Also very knowledgeable and the picnic was delicious.”
Sail from Keauhou Bay to Captain Cook Monument for a three-hour snorkel with fish, dolphins, gear, snacks, and a respectful crew.
“Amazing experience. Crew was knowledgeable, kind, and made me very comfortable. Snorkeling experience 10/10, so calm and serene. Ensured we not only had fun, but gave our respects to the bay and land we were snorkeling near.”
Review of Waikoloa’s 3-hour catamaran snorkel sail, with lunch, drinks, gear, coastal views, family tips, pricing, and honest drawbacks.
“We had a great morning snorkeling and sailing on the Spirit of Aloha. Beautiful boat with a great crew. We saw lots of colorful fish and a turtle while snorkeling. The sailing was fantastic. Drinks and food were plentiful and tasty.”
Review of Kona’s 3-hour catamaran snorkel sail with lunch, drinks, gear, coastal views, small-group service, and practical booking tips.
“Amazing Catamaran tour and snorkeling trip. The ship was beautiful and the service was amazing. The directions to the location were very specific and made it easy to find. We were treated like royalty and my husband and I would highly recommend and would tour again. The snorkeling also was wonderful and we had a great guide with us to help if we needed anything. Thank you for an amazing day!”
Sail from Keauhou Bay to Captain Cook Monument for reef snorkeling, dolphin and whale watching, meals, history, and friendly crew.
“Outstanding, every aspect and well worth the cost. Our crew, sadly I do not recall names but they were amazing. Professional, safely first and very engaging. Beautiful catamaran, excellent sail and service. I highly recommend!”
Review of Kona’s six-person luxury catamaran snorkel tour, with yacht comforts, lunch, dolphin watching, prices, stops, and practical booking advice.
“One of the nicest days we’ve spent on vacation. The boat is phenomenal, the trip perfect - dolphins, snorkeling, sailing, everything exceeded our expectations. The highlight of the excursion was Capt. John and 1st Mate Sean. They were perfect hosts, friendly, gracious and made the trip exceptional!”
Review of Waikoloa’s 3-hour catamaran snorkel trip with turtles, reef fish, lunch, open bar, mountain views, and practical booking tips.
“The captain and crew were fun and informative. They were helpful and put safety of the passengers first while pointing out wonderful sea life including a turtle, octopus, eels, and tropical fish. This was one of the best snorkeling experiences I have ever had! Highly recommend!”
Review of Kona’s 3-hour turtle snorkel sail with lunch, open bar, gear, crew help, harbor tips, price, and practical booking advice.
“The crew was incredibly! We ended up being the only people on the tour, they upgraded our boat and came out snorkelling with us! We seen so many cool things including an octopus and some dolphins! We would do this tour again in a minute!!”
Review of Eka Canoe Adventures’ 2.5-hour Kona sail and snorkel, with pricing, itinerary, practical tips, value, and booking advice.
“We had a great time with Eka canoe. The guys were super welcoming and seemed to really enjoy working there. We really appreciated the Captain sharing his knowledge on the islands history. It's a special place and it was very cool to see it from that angle.”
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