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Boat Tours in Big Island

74 tours · €90–€316 per person · ★ 4.9

See the coastline from a completely different perspective. Boat tours range from relaxed catamaran cruises with drinks to high-energy speedboat rides and private sailing charters. Many include snorkeling stops, onboard snacks, and stunning sunset views.

Boat Tours in Big Island: 74 tours, all from the 163 we kept after screening every one of the 564 tours Viator lists for Big Island, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers.

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5.0 Excellent 722 reviews
4h
#1 of 74

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 shade...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 238 reviews
5h
#2 of 74

Small Group Snorkeling Expedition South Kona

See parts of the Island most residents of Hawaii never see! Explore further down the pristine South Kona Coast than any other snorkeling tour company ...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 237 reviews
5h
#3 of 74

Morning Magic Kayak and Snorkel Adventure in Kealakekua Bay

Kealakekua Bay is a culturally sacred place to the Hawaiian people, rich with history and not without controversy. We are lucky to be allowed to provi...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 353 reviews
4h
#4 of 74

Deluxe Morning Snorkeling Adventure

Take in the Big Island of Hawai’i as you haven’t before, and snorkel at two of South Kona’s most precious treasures –Pu’uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakek...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 271 reviews
2h–3h
#5 of 74

Sunset Manta Ray Tour in Kailua-Kona

Experience an unforgettable sunset manta ray snorkel tour, consistently ranked among the top lifetime adventures in Hawaiʻi. We specialize in small-gr...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 280 reviews
2h 30m
#6 of 74

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Adventure

For snorkelers, we will be floating on the surface as a group on our custom built board with spotlights pointing down on these creatures swimming belo...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 206 reviews
4h 30m
#7 of 74

Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel

Adventure down the Southern Kona Coast on our fleet of covered boats for everyone’s comfort. Snorkel the pristine Puʻuhonua O Honaunau (The Place of R...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 251 reviews
5h
#8 of 74

Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

Skim across the waves on an exciting Big Island Zodiac tour to Kealakekua Bay, site of the Captain Cook monument and Hawaii's finest marine sanctuary....

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 534 reviews
10h
#9 of 74

Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden

Explore Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, swim at Kulanipia private waterfalls, visit majestic Waipio Valley Lookout, and hike to the stunning Akaka F...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 428 reviews
3h
#10 of 74

Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive

With the world-renowned and historic destination of Kealakekua Bay just minutes from our point of departure, the Captain Cook Exclusive is a personal,...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 83 reviews
3h
#11 of 74

One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel

Join us and our expert local guides for an unforgettable Hawaii ocean experience. We provide thorough education on manta rays during the charter, and ...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 591 reviews
4h 30m
#12 of 74

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 ...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 327 reviews
5h 30m
#13 of 74

Luxury Kona Coast Snorkel Tour Including Lunch

Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey for adventure seekers eager to explore the pristine waters of the South Kona Coast. What makes this snorkeling tour ...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 485 reviews
4h 30m
#14 of 74

Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument

Ensure you find some of the best snorkeling sites in Hawaii on this sail and snorkel adventure leaving from Keauhou Bay Pier. Set sail along the Kon...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 276 reviews
4h
#15 of 74

Kaimana Ocean Safari

At Kaimana Ocean Safari you'll be guided by professionally trained ocean guides, boat captains, and underwater photographers to observe and interact w...

Free cancellation

Tours and prices on this page last updated November 8, 2026

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5.0 Excellent 238 reviews
5h

Small Group Snorkeling Expedition South Kona

See parts of the Island most residents of Hawaii never see! Explore further down the pristine South Kona Coast than any other snorkeling tour company ...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 237 reviews
5h

Morning Magic Kayak and Snorkel Adventure in Kealakekua Bay

Kealakekua Bay is a culturally sacred place to the Hawaiian people, rich with history and not without controversy. We are lucky to be allowed to provi...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 722 reviews
4h

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 shade...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 353 reviews
4h

Deluxe Morning Snorkeling Adventure

Take in the Big Island of Hawai’i as you haven’t before, and snorkel at two of South Kona’s most precious treasures –Pu’uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakek...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 271 reviews
2h–3h

Sunset Manta Ray Tour in Kailua-Kona

Experience an unforgettable sunset manta ray snorkel tour, consistently ranked among the top lifetime adventures in Hawaiʻi. We specialize in small-gr...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 206 reviews
4h 30m

Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel

Adventure down the Southern Kona Coast on our fleet of covered boats for everyone’s comfort. Snorkel the pristine Puʻuhonua O Honaunau (The Place of R...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 280 reviews
2h 30m

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Adventure

For snorkelers, we will be floating on the surface as a group on our custom built board with spotlights pointing down on these creatures swimming belo...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 251 reviews
5h

Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

Skim across the waves on an exciting Big Island Zodiac tour to Kealakekua Bay, site of the Captain Cook monument and Hawaii's finest marine sanctuary....

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 534 reviews
10h

Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden

Explore Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, swim at Kulanipia private waterfalls, visit majestic Waipio Valley Lookout, and hike to the stunning Akaka F...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 428 reviews
3h

Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive

With the world-renowned and historic destination of Kealakekua Bay just minutes from our point of departure, the Captain Cook Exclusive is a personal,...

Free cancellation
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