Kona Snorkel Trips (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Kona Snorkel Trips?
What makes it 78% Solo-Friendly: Shared tours cap at about 18 guests, all snorkel gear and flotation are included so a solo traveler can join easily, but you must swim in open sea and there are no lockers for valuables.
Positives:
- Gear Included: Snorkel mask, fins, snorkel, float belts and light snacks are provided on morning trips.
- Shared Group: Group tours cap at 18 guests, offering a social setting for solo travelers.
Challenges:
- Ocean Conditions: Open-water tours can be choppy; pack seasickness medication if you’re prone to motion sickness.
- Night Tour Swim: The manta ray snorkel requires an unaided 50-yard swim in dark water.
What is Kona Snorkel Trips?
- A marine tour company based in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, specializing in guided snorkeling boat excursions
- A fleet of vessels equipped with professional guides, snorkeling gear, and safety equipment
- Daytime reef snorkeling and nighttime manta ray snorkeling excursions
What is so special about Kona Snorkel Trips for solo trip?
- Small-group tours ideal for meeting fellow travelers
- All snorkel gear and light snacks included
- Options from easy bay dives to night manta swims
- Winter months bring whales and clearer visibility
- Half-day trips leave time to explore Kona town
Recommended visit duration: 2-4 hours
Why 2-4 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Solo travelers can join a half-day tour and still have time to explore Kona town.
Solo-Friendly Activities in Kona Snorkel Trips
Captain Cook Snorkel Tour:
Swim with reef fish, coral formations, and sometimes sea turtles in Kealakekua Bay.
Tip: Join the small shared group (max 18) to meet other travelers and enjoy included snacks.
Local Kona Snorkel (Pawai Bay):
Explore a quieter reef on a short boat ride with vibrant fish and easy entry.
Tip: Opt for the morning slot for calmer waters and complimentary Hawaiian juice.
Manta Ray Night Snorkel:
Float at the surface on a lighted board as manta rays feed below.
Tip: Bring a waterproof flashlight and ensure you can swim 50 yards without assistance.
Whale Watching Cruise:
Scan for humpback whales off the Kona coast without getting wet.
Tip: Use your own binoculars or a DSLR with zoom to capture distant whale spouts.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Kona Snorkel Trips
- Book Early Slots: Morning tours often have calmer waters and smaller crowds.
- Combine Tours: Pair a daytime reef snorkel with a night manta tour for diverse marine encounters.
Reviews of Kona Snorkel Trips
Satish C S
Had an amazing experience on the night manta ray snorkeling tour. We were surrounded by so many manta rays and dolphins. This was beyond our expectations, an experience of a lifetime. Be ready to encounter them coming real close to you (they are harmless). Adam and Micah were knowledgeable and professional. They were very patient and helped us with everything during the experience. They briefed us...
Yogi Joshi
This manta ray snorkel adventure was incredibly well organised, safe, and professional from start to finish. I was quite nervous about getting into the water at night, but the staff were absolutely excellent; they were calm, reassuring, and guided me every step of the way, which really helped ease my nerves. Once in the water, the experience was unforgettable. We saw so many manta rays, and they c...
Brady Dykeman
Recently booked with this company for a manta ray night snorkelling trip, we booked on a Monday and unfortunately we didn’t see any Manta Rays that night which is rare, on our way back to the dock the crew advised us to contact the company and try to arrange another night to go out, thankfully the customer service and the crew was awesome and we were able to get out for another chance this past Fr...
Evelyn Padrino
Really an amazing experience! 100% recommended. I was afraid of getting in the sea at night, although I can swim and feel very comfortable in the water. But we took the first trip which left before sunset and got to the swimming are with plenty of light. Cody, Corey and Mack made this experience absolutely wonderful and easy. They are super knowledgeable about all things mantas and really know wha...
Timothy Webmoor
Had an amazing time doing the Manta Ray trip! We did the later tour, at 9pm, and saw dozens of Mantas. Three or four "regulars" kept coming back. So well worth it with this crew! (Only constructive suggestion would be to mention to everyone to wear their masks before heading out on the Orca so that they can be worn both going and returning. Otherwise, the spray in the eyes was pretty intense for s...
When is the best time to visit Kona Snorkel Trips (Hawaii, United States)?
Visit December–April for humpback whales and clearer seas for manta sightings. Summer offers calmer waters but fewer whales.
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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Captain Cook Snorkel Tour | USD 139 |
| Manta Ray Night Snorkel | USD 139 |
| Total Estimated | USD 278 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Map of Kona Snorkel Trips
Address: 74-381 Kealakehe Pkwy E, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
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