Price from:
109 USD
Kona's #1 Snorkel Tour
Duration
2.5 Hours
About
You’re going to love the way Hawaiian Adventures does mantas! Sharing this incredible experience with our guests is what drives us to run the best manta tour on the Island. Leaving Honokohau Harbor, we have the ability to reach the northern or southern manta sites depending on the calmest conditions. Our 7 PM departure is strategic, as we can choose the site with fewer people and more mantas. With one trip a night, small groups, and professional guides, our tour sets the bar high for value and guest experience.
How to Prepare
Sunscreen
Being sunburnt on your vacation is no fun! While our vessel *Artemis* has lots of shaded areas, you never know when you’ll be in the sun! The best time to apply sunscreen is either before getting to the marina or before boarding the vessel. **Spray-on sunscreen is not allowed onboard.**
Shoes Optional!
*Artemis* was built for comfort! Our vessel features SeaDek, a state-of-the-art closed-cell foam, that is most comfortable when you’re barefoot. Upon boarding our crew will have a bin for shoes, so plan your footwear choice accordingly (sandals recommended).
Motion Sickness
For our whale watching tours, we often head into open water. If you’re prone to motion sickness, please take motion sickness medication the morning of your tour before arriving to the marina.
Snacks
All Hawaiian Adventures Kona tours have complimentary cold beverages available onboard. We recommend leaving the snacks at home and showing up for the tour with a full belly! Due to the speed of the vessel, it’s extremely hard to eat while we’re underway. **Please do not bring snacks onboard.**
Important Note:
Tours require a minimum of 10 passengers for departure.
Booking Notes
# Get ready for your tour!
### Arrive Early
Boarding begins 20 minutes prior to departure here: 247 Kealakehe Parkway, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. We recommend arriving 30 min prior depending on where you’re coming from on the Island. It’s much more relaxing if you’re a couple of minutes early, so bring your enthusiasm and the crew will take care of the rest.
### Dress for Success
Arrive wearing your swimsuit with a towel and outer layers. There’s plenty of storage onboard for your small bag. We recommend slippers/flip-flops as most of the trip will be spent barefoot. You’ll be fitted with a wetsuit top upon boarding which will keep you warm en route to the manta site and in the water. Exiting the water, you’ll appreciate your towel and dry layers during our cruise back to the marina.
### Motion of the Ocean
Much of the tour will be in the dark, and we want you to be prepared for this incredible experience. If you’re prone to sea sickness or unsure if you are, we suggest taking motion-sickness medicine the morning of and an hour before your tour. Staying hydrated, avoiding heavier foods, and abstaining from alcohol beforehand will also aid in seasickness prevention.
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