
Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona
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4.8/5
Based on 817 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona worth booking?
Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona is a 4.5-hour experience in Big Island of Hawaii, United States, from $184 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 817 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (817)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $184 per person
Step aboard this double–decker catamaran, loaded with luxury features to provide you with the most comfortable snorkeling experience on Hawaii Island. Cruise 10 miles to a marine sanctuary teeming with thousands of tropi
What you get
About this experience
Step aboard this double–decker catamaran, loaded with luxury features to provide you with the most comfortable snorkeling experience on Hawaii Island. Cruise 10 miles to a marine sanctuary teeming with thousands of tropical fish. Bring your suit and towel, everything else is included: island style breakfast, lunch, sunscreen, snorkel gear, flotation toys, 20’ waterslide, bathrooms, showers and a full service cash bar. On board upgrades include wetsuit rentals.
What's included
Included
- Snorkeling takes place in the Red Hill area. We do not snorkel in Kealakekua Bay.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- 100% Wheel Chair accessible
- About 2 Hours of snorkel time
- Reef safe sunscreen
- Lunch
- Sanitized masks, snorkels and fins
- 20 foot waterslide
- Breakfast
- Excellent chance of dolphin or other marine mammal sightings
- 15 foot high jump platform
- Fresh Water Showers, three restrooms and shade
- Free parking 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740-about a one block walk away from the pier.
- Beverages
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Wet suit rentals
- Guests must provide their own transportation to the Kailua Kona Pier.
- Guests must bring their own towels.
What you'll see and do
Kailua Pier
Boarding for the cruise is 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure.
30 minutes here
Body Glove Cruises
Enjoy vistas as you cruise along the Kona's Gold Coast there's an excellent chance of dolphin or other marine mammal sightings! Once you arrive at the snorkel site you have about two hours of water time! The crew will BBQ lunch so it's ready for you to enjoy at your leisure.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Big Island of Hawaii
All cruises board 30 minutes prior to departure. 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 (Ilima Court Shopping Center) is the address for Body Glove Cruises main office where the closest free parking is located. Guests must walk one block to the Kailua Kona Pier for boarding.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
All cruises board 30 minutes prior to departure. 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 (Ilima Court Shopping Center) is the address for Body Glove Cruises main office where the closest free parking is located. Guests must walk one block to the Kailua Kona Pier for boarding.
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Body Glove Cruises
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children 18 & younger must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free meals are available with 48 hour notice
- Lower deck 100 % wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking for priority boarding
- Subject to favorable weather conditions.
- Check-in 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time at the Retail Store at 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI, 96740
- Liability Waiver required.
- We do not snorkel in Kealakekua Bay. If you're interested in seeing Kealakekua Bay join us on our Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay.
- This adventure is on Hawaii Island in Kailua Kona.
- Hotel pick-up is not available.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 817 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
5 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
817 verified traveler reviews for Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A must do! Top notch!
This was one the best highlights of our trip!!! Spot on!!! The crew and captian were amazing. Everything was handled with care and pride. The food was great the location was one of my favorites. As an example of the service, my daughter loves pineapple juice and mentioned it to one of the crew ( it kinda a running joke with my kid, she has done this on past trips and now its how she judges a place lol). Her cup was never less than 1/2 full, They crew would see her and ask if she needed more. Again just top notch service!! They had all the snorkling gear you could need or want. Toys and slides for the kids. Everything was taken care of. We even saw some dolphins and the captin stopped the boat so people could watch and take pictures. Just a perfect day. Nothing could have been done better. 1000% recommend!
Response from the operator: Aloha Jon, Mahalo nui loa for the incredible five-star review and for sharing such a wonderful story about your experience with us! 🌺 We’re thrilled to hear that your day aboard Body Glove Cruises was one of the highlights of your trip. We especially loved hearing about your daughter and her pineapple juice tradition! 🍍 Our crew will be so happy to know that their little extra touches helped make her day—and hopefully earned us a good score in the pineapple juice department! It sounds like you experienced everything we love about a day on the water: fantastic snorkeling, dolphin sightings, great food, plenty of fun for the kids, and a crew that genuinely cares about making every guest feel taken care of. We’re so glad we could help make it such a memorable day for your family. Mahalo again for the 1000% recommendation! We hope to welcome you and your family back aboard Body Glove Cruises for another perfect day in Kona someday soon.
via Viator
First timers- definitely would go again!!!
We had an amazing experience. The staff were friendly and professional and the experience felt very well coordinated. They provided breakfast pastries, lunch and drinks throughout the entire excursion and made sure our drinks were always topped off. It was safe with a fully trained staff of lifeguards which was nice having my kiddo with us, snorkeling felt very safe and supervised. 10/10 would definitely go again
Response from the operator: Aloha Megan, Mahalo for the fantastic five-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had such an amazing first experience with Body Glove Cruises. We’re especially happy to hear that you felt safe and comfortable snorkeling with your kiddo. Our crew takes great pride in creating a fun, welcoming, and well-supervised experience for guests of all ages, so it means a lot to know that their professionalism and attentiveness stood out to you. And we’re glad you enjoyed the pastries, lunch, and drinks throughout the day! Keeping our guests happy, comfortable, and refreshed is all part of the experience. Thank you for the 10/10 recommendation! We’d absolutely love to have you and your family back aboard for your next Kona adventure!
via Viator
Fulfilled day
The crew was so attentive and fun. Great for kids and adults! Would highly recommend recommend to anyone!
Response from the operator: Aloha Leslie, Mahalo for taking the time to share your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you had a fulfilling day aboard Body Glove Cruises. It’s great to know that our crew’s attentiveness and fun spirit helped make the experience enjoyable for both the kids and adults in your group. Creating a welcoming and memorable adventure for the whole family is something we take great pride in. Thank you for the recommendation. We hope to welcome you and your family back aboard for another great day on the water!
via Viator
Perfect for families.
Incredible! Staff was awesome! Food was great & fresh. Lots of activities, snorkel, floating, slide, jump platform. Perfect for families with kids of all ages.
Response from the operator: Aloha bigs_fam, Mahalo for the incredible review! We’re so glad to hear that your family had such a fantastic time aboard Body Glove Cruises. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the fresh food and all the activities, from snorkeling and floating to the slide and jump platform. We love creating an experience where everyone in the family, no matter their age, can find something fun to enjoy. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with our crew. Mahalo again for recommending us, and we hope to welcome your family back aboard for another memorable day on the water!
via Tripadvisor
Snorkel Experience
The cruise was very nice. The food was great and the experience was once in a lifetime.
Response from the operator: Aloha adysenj2023, Mahalo for your wonderful 5-star review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch cruise. It's great to know you loved the food and that your time on the water was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Thank you for choosing Body Glove Cruises to be part of your Big Island adventure. We hope to welcome you back aboard for another unforgettable day on the ocean!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $184 to $195
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 286
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Big Island of Hawaii.
How much does Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona cost?
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Prices start at $184 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 Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona take?
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Plan for about 4.5 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 Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 817 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Big Island of Hawaii, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona?
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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 Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona?
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Around 286 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 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona 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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