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3.5 Hour Kailua-Kona Ocean Kayak and Snorkel Tour

4.8 · 408 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Big Island Operated by King Kayak Hawaii
Duration
4h
Group
Shared, up to 16 travellers
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
07:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A sea kayak route off Kailua-Kona combines paddling, snorkeling and a search for Hawaiian Spinner dolphins.

Guiding and bottled water are included; moderate fitness is required, and hotel transfers are excluded. 4.85 from 408 reviews at €90 per person for 4h.

In our comparison: #4 of 4 in Kayak & Canoe Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €90 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Please include shoe sizes for fin preparation (please distinguish Men or Women)
  • Local taxes
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Reviews

4.8
408 ratings
Tripadvisor 248 · Viator 160

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 393 of 408

Star breakdown of all 408 ratings

5 stars
374 · 92%
4 stars
19 · 5%
3 stars
8 · 2%
2 stars
1 · 0%
1 star
6 · 1%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
07:00 daily; scheduled through January 2028 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
King Kayak Hawaii; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Enjoy an aquatic adventure on the Big Island during this 4-hour small-group excursion combining sea kayaking, snorkeling, and more. Paddle along a section of the island known for its abundant marine life as you scout for local Hawaiian Spinner dolphins. You’ll also have time for snorkeling, allowing you to view more than 50 species of fish .

Although we try to keep the general groups small, we also offer private tours as well as tours for larger groups like large families, groups of students, company outings, etc. up to 16 guests.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Specialized infant seats are available

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Age rule Specialized infant seats are available

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 2+ days: Full refund
  • 0-2 days: No refund

Compared with other Kayak & Canoe Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #4 of 4€904h4.85 (408)shared, max 16
Morning Magic Kayak and Snorkel Adventure in Kealakekua Bay€2355h4.98 (237)shared
Midday Meander - Kealakekua Bay Kayak and Snorkel Adventure€1714h4.93 (96)shared
Guided Outrigger Canoe Tour in Kealakekua Bay€1412h 30m4.85 (239)shared

Ranked #4 of 4 in Kayak & Canoe Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €235, median €156; typical length 4h. 0 of 4 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 4 Kayak & Canoe Tours

From €90 per adult