
3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 50 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch worth booking?
3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch is a 3-hour experience in Big Island of Hawaii, United States, from $125 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 50 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (50)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $125 per person
1. Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure - Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17 - The friendly staff welcomes guests with a warm Aloha - Wetsuit fitting *Optional for additional fee** 2. Depart
What you get
About this experience
1. Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure - Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17 - The friendly staff welcomes guests with a warm Aloha - Wetsuit fitting *Optional for additional fee** 2. Depart from Honokohau Harbor - Crew and captain introductions - Tour guide will give an overview of the tour and cover all safety measures 3. Cruise along the Kona Coastline - Watch Hawaiian spinner dolphins (Watch whales Dec. 15 - Mar.31) - Swim in 2 snorkel spots (Garden Eel Cove, Pawai Bay, Makalawena, Kaloko fish ponds, Keahou) 3. Enjoy freshly grilled lunch + pineapple on the boat 4. Return to Honokohau Harbor - A Hui Hou!
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Use of snorkeling equipment
Not included
- Wet suits are available for rent $10/adult and $5/child.
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Big Island of Hawaii
Iruka Hawaii Dolphin and Manta Tours Slip A-17, Honokohau Small Boat Harbor 74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA Please meet us at the Iruka Hawaii booth at Slip A-17 in the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor for check-in, arriving 30 minutes early with your completed waiver.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Iruka Hawaii Dolphin and Manta Tours Slip A-17, Honokohau Small Boat Harbor 74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA Please meet us at the Iruka Hawaii booth at Slip A-17 in the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor for check-in, arriving 30 minutes early with your completed waiver.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Iruka Hawaii Dolphin
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wild animal sightings are natural and cannot be 100% guaranteed
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 50 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
5 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
50 verified traveler reviews for 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great crew and a great time!
We had a wonderful time on the tour! We found them through Costco and would recommend them to anyone. Captain Trevor with Diego and Tamae were a wonderful crew and made it such a great experience. The boat was clean and had nice shade on the ride back and forth to the snorkeling spot. They provided sodas, waters, snacks, and grilled hot dogs for lunch. Tamae even shared her photos and videos from the tour with us afterwards. Our family enjoyed the trip and would highly recommend booking them on your trip!
via Tripadvisor
not kid appropriate
fun experience except for not kid friendly because of how the employees were dresssed. one female was walking around in a bikini that barely covered her nipples and was a thong bottom. i had my daughter asking me what she was wearing? where the rest of her suit was? why is she walking around practically naked and is okay with it? not to mention while “doing the job” and tightening ropes and things like that. one female had no issues placing her chest and ass i my partners face. he told me he felt very uncomfortable but was afraid to say anything to them. then she turned around and asked for a tip for doing a job she’s already getting paid to do. ridiculous if you ask me. you pay over $100 per person to do this and then they ask you for a tip! it’s their job to do what they are doing. why do i need to pay out more???
via Viator
Fun experience
It was great for the price we saw dolphins and they took us to calmer water to snorkel with fishes it was a great experience. They were so nice to my daughter and had a party pit floaty so she didn't get in the water put got to float and see fishes from there
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous experience
Our adult family of 5 had a fabulous experience with Trevor, Madi, & Tamae. Beautiful views, tons of dolphins, and two areas in which to snorkel. They are hospitable, knowledgeable, and very friendly. Tamae even shared videos that she took on our trip, from the boat and below water as an added bonus! I highly recommend and would do again if I come back to The Big Island of Hawai’i.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing way to see part...
Amazing way to see part of Hawaii you can’t really on your own! We saw dolphins, amazing boat ride and the snorkeling was fabulous!
Response from the operator: Aloha! Mahalo for joining our dolphin watch, snorkeling, and BBQ lunch tour with us, we are so glad you enjoyed exploring a part of Hawaii you can’t easily reach on your own and had such a great time seeing dolphins and snorkeling, we hope to see you again soon, mahalo!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $125 to $150
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 18
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 74
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Big Island of Hawaii.
How much does 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $125 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Big Island of Hawaii usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Big Island of Hawaii is not rushed.
Is 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 50 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Big Island of Hawaii, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch?
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Around 18 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Big Island of Hawaii can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Big Island of Hawaii and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Big Island of Hawaii within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Big Island of Hawaii?
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The Big Island is volcano country: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park tours, Mauna Kea summit stargazing, night manta ray snorkels off Kona, Waipio Valley lookouts and coffee farm visits. Summit tours have real altitude rules, so we weight safety detail. On Outty we rank every Big Island of Hawaii experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings, Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History, Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Big Island of Hawaii?
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April to October, though the island runs year round. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Big Island of Hawaii?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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