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Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour Guaranteed or come again free

Why Choose Us for Your Manta Ray Night Snorkel? The strongest light power out of any operator…! Choose us if you want the most manta …More

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Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour Guaranteed or come again free

Why Choose Us for Your Manta Ray Night Snorkel? The strongest light power out of any operator…! Choose us if you want the most manta...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

2 different snorkeling locations! Captain Cook Snorkel Tour to kealakekua bay. Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to the bay …More

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Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

2 different snorkeling locations! Captain Cook Snorkel Tour to kealakekua bay. Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to the bay...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Let us take you for an awesome journey on our fast powered catamaran that has shade to offer while spotting whales. The boat is also …More

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Big Island: Whale Watching Tour

Let us take you for an awesome journey on our fast powered catamaran that has shade to offer while spotting whales. The boat is also...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Join us aboard our luxurious 50’ catamaran “Kona Style”, as we sail the Kona coast. Scan the horizon for dolphins and whales (seasonal) from our …More

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Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Join us aboard our luxurious 50’ catamaran “Kona Style”, as we sail the Kona coast. Scan the horizon for dolphins and whales (seasonal) from our...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

Nighttime Experience: Unlike typical snorkeling tours that take you place during the day, your tour offers the extraordinary opportunity to witness the majestic manta rays …More

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Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

Nighttime Experience: Unlike typical snorkeling tours that take you place during the day, your tour offers the extraordinary opportunity to witness the majestic manta rays...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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This two-and-a-half hour whale watch tour with a certified naturalist departs from the Kailua-Kona pier during whale season (December to April). Hear singing males on …More

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Big Island: Whale Watch Excursion

This two-and-a-half hour whale watch tour with a certified naturalist departs from the Kailua-Kona pier during whale season (December to April). Hear singing males on...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner …More

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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to …More

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Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Red …More

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Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Red...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Waikoloa Catamaran Snorkel Sail Including Lunch

Set sail from Anaeho‘omalu Bay on a 3-hour snorkel and cruise adventure along Waikoloa’s beautiful Kohala Coast. Aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha catamaran, enjoy …More

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Waikoloa Catamaran Snorkel Sail Including Lunch

Set sail from Anaeho‘omalu Bay on a 3-hour snorkel and cruise adventure along Waikoloa’s beautiful Kohala Coast. Aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha catamaran, enjoy...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay

Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay 2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel the vibrant coral reefs at Kealakekua Bay, home of the Captain …More

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Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay

Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay 2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel the vibrant coral reefs at Kealakekua Bay, home of the Captain...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure

The experience of watching 40 foot (12 meter) whales from a 24 foot (7 meter) Zodiac raft is something you'll never forget! Following Hawaiian Marine …More

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Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure

The experience of watching 40 foot (12 meter) whales from a 24 foot (7 meter) Zodiac raft is something you'll never forget! Following Hawaiian Marine...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Luxury Private Boat Charter in Big Island Hawaii

Please forget about the crammed up tourist boats, and come with us! 6 Guest MAX, Luxurious Snorkel Boat! The most Affordable & Luxurious Snorkel Charter …More

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Luxury Private Boat Charter in Big Island Hawaii

Please forget about the crammed up tourist boats, and come with us! 6 Guest MAX, Luxurious Snorkel Boat! The most Affordable & Luxurious Snorkel Charter...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Kona Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves

Join us to see the underwater beauty near Captain Cook's Monument and Puuhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park. Usually, at this time of day, the …More

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Kona Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves

Join us to see the underwater beauty near Captain Cook's Monument and Puuhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park. Usually, at this time of day, the...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Set sail from Honokohau Harbor aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha for a 3-hr adventure along Kona's stunning coast. Cruise past lava rock cliffs and …More

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Kona Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch

Set sail from Honokohau Harbor aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha for a 3-hr adventure along Kona's stunning coast. Cruise past lava rock cliffs and...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Experience the beauty of the Kona Coast from a new perspective aboard the Spirit of Aloha sailing catamaran. Feel the trade winds fill the sails …More

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Kona Tradewind Catamaran Day Sail

Experience the beauty of the Kona Coast from a new perspective aboard the Spirit of Aloha sailing catamaran. Feel the trade winds fill the sails...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Kona Hawaii Deep Sea Fishing Escapade on the Bite Me 6

Enjoy the day site seeing and fishing for Kona's popular gamefish on this boat known for providing a fun family adventure. Kid's welcome. Spectators have …More

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Kona Hawaii Deep Sea Fishing Escapade on the Bite Me 6

Enjoy the day site seeing and fishing for Kona's popular gamefish on this boat known for providing a fun family adventure. Kid's welcome. Spectators have...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Experience the magic of whale season in Waikoloa with a guided whale watching tour along the stunning Kohala Coast. Choose between the thrill of a …More

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Big Island: Waikoloa Deluxe Whale Watch

Experience the magic of whale season in Waikoloa with a guided whale watching tour along the stunning Kohala Coast. Choose between the thrill of a...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Unique to the Big Island of Hawaii, over a dozen species of whales can be found on the Kona Coast year-round! Join us as we …More

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Kona: Guaranteed Dolphin/Whale Watch

Unique to the Big Island of Hawaii, over a dozen species of whales can be found on the Kona Coast year-round! Join us as we...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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Private Charter Custom Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling

We are a local Hawaiian family operation. Providing that family friendly vibe, with an authentic Hawaiian style touch adding native culture and traditions to help …More

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Private Charter Custom Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling

We are a local Hawaiian family operation. Providing that family friendly vibe, with an authentic Hawaiian style touch adding native culture and traditions to help...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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