Hawaiian Sail and Snorkel in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
5.0
8 Ratings
Kailua-Kona
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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What's Included
- Mask, snorkel, and fins
- Floatation devices
- Water, juice, soda/pop, snacks
What's Not Included
- Towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Hat
- Private transportation
- Crew gratuity
- Motion sickness medication
Additional Information
Welcome to the only place in Hawaii where the spirit of ancient Hawaiian seafaring meets modern expectations on the pristine waters of the Kona coast. Immerse yourself in a unique and unforgettable experience as we invite you to join us for a 2.5-hour sail and snorkel on our traditional Hawaiian double-hull sailing canoe – the only commercial vessel of its kind.
Your adventure begins shortly after sunrise at Keauhou Bay, where our skilled crew will welcome you aboard our canoe, Kini Kini. As the sails unfurl, you’ll be transported to a bygone era, where the art of traditional Polynesian navigation was a fundamental way of Hawaiian life. Feel the synergy of modern comfort and ancient tradition as we glide smoothly over crystal blue waters. The highlight of our journey lies beneath the surface as we take you to a secluded cove where abundant sealife lies before your snorkel lens!
- Not recommended for those who have recently undergone surgery
- Not recommended for those who may have mobility/physical restrictions
Location
78 Kaleiopapa St
Kaleiopapa Street
Navigate to the above address in Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Waze. Park along Kaleiopapa St. and walk downhill along the road (past the boat ramp) until you come to a small parking lot and a finger pier. Look for a black & yellow Hawaiian canoe on the pier and check in with one of our crew members!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(8 Ratings)
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842jasonz
May 11, 2024
Really something special. - A perfect blend of sailing along the coast, snorkeling with and abundance of sea life and information of the cultural significance of the area.
We where lucky enough to have turtle and a huge pod of dolphins join our tour.
The crew were fantastic and informative.
A must do!
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Geeman63
May 6, 2024
Eka morning canoe and snorkelling tour - a must when in Kona - On the back of doing an amazing manta ray swim with Eka last night, this morning I did their snorkelling tour. The morning tour was fun and a perfect way to again be in the crystal clear blue waters around Kona. Great attentive and highly knowledgeable staff ensured a fun morning was had. The snorkelling was very good, plenty of fish to be seen. The real bonus was having the local spinner dolphins join us on the tour too.
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Jennifer431
May 1, 2024
Small group boat tour with snorkeling option. - My husband and I loved our tour on this double- hulled canoe! Captain Chris was very knowledgeable and pointed out cultural and natural landmarks along the way. This was our second trip with Eka and we will be back!
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Craiglj3596om
Apr 21, 2024
Great Day on a special boat - This is a very special outing on a cool boat with an amazing captain! Chris, our captain, was knowledgeable and accommodating. We enjoyed every minute and only wanted it to last longer!
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468myrap
Mar 1, 2024
Fun and adventure for everyone - Chris and the crew were amazing and so helpful! Several folks on our team hadn't snorkeled before, and they felt well supported. Others had been several times, and there was fun and challenges appropriate for all levels. As an Indigenous team, we loved learning about Native Hawaiian history, culture, and key landmarks along the way! Thank you for the amazing trip!!!
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Venture10800527571
Feb 18, 2024
We will definitely do this again! - Our morning sail onboard Kini-Kini was excellent. Captain Chris and Kama were both a wealth of information about the amazing landscape and Hawaiian history. We had watched this beautiful boat sail the Kona coast for years and were so excited to finally be onboard. I give it a huge thumbs up over the bigger and much more crowded sailing/snorkeling cruises available. The price for 2.5 hours could not be beat either! It exceeded our expectations. Mahalo!
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O7911xbeileenc
Feb 4, 2024
Awesome experience! - Trip was fantastic! Never experienced anything like it. The captain and the young woman who assisted were knowledgeable and helpful. The manta rays were awesome!
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Jeremied765
Feb 1, 2024
Great Experience - I booked this because the boat was cool. Got to see whales up close as we transited to snorkeling. Guide was knowledgeable about the region's past and present. Highly recomended. Also, the boat was actually really cool.
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