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15 Best Big Island of Hawaii Dolphin Tours

The trips that actually find the pods.

The 15 big island of hawaii dolphin tours travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where you go to find the pods, how long you stay out, who runs the boat, and what a seat on deck costs.

15 Best Big Island of Hawaii Dolphin Tours

Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves - Getting to Kealakekua Bay Fast: Boat Ride Timing, Comfort, and Motion
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Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

1.Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

Small-group Zodiac RIB snorkel at Captain Cook Reef with sea caves, Kealakekua Bay coral, snacks, and local history in under 3 hours.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“This was so much fun! The boat ride was fast and bumpy cause it was a windy day, but it was very entertaining and we still stayed dry. The snorkeling was amazing, we saw so many cool fish, eels, and coral. Someone in our group even saw a sea turtle! We stopped on the way…”

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Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona - The Cruise Out: Protected Water, Big Ocean Energy, and Dolphin Chances
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Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona

2.Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona

Deluxe snorkel and dolphin watch on a luxury catamaran from Kailua-Kona with included gear, meals, and fun onboard waterslides.

★ 5.0

“What a great crew. Snorkeling was good. Lots of of amenities. Saw a pod of dolphins that was amazing and they were all around the boat. Overall, great trip.”

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Big Island: Pelagic Whale Watch Tour - The boat and the ride: what comfort really means on whale-watch time
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Big Island: Pelagic Whale Watch Tour

3.Big Island: Pelagic Whale Watch Tour

Kona’s pelagic whale watch from Honokohau Harbor with naturalists, a comfy catamaran, and chances at dolphins, humpbacks, and sharks.

★ 5.0

“Such a great experience with Hawaiian Adventures. They work so hard to deliver an exceptional experience. On our trip out we saw spinner dolphins, bottle nose dolphins, whales, and even manta rays. While the whales were what drew me to the tour, the massive group of spinner dolphins was the star of the day. Simply…”

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Small-Group Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Big Island - Small-group snorkeling: what you’ll feel on the water
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Small-Group Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Big Island

Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay - Captain Cook Monument reef snorkeling: what to expect once you’re in
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Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay

Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin Reefs Snorkel and Sea Caves - Sea caves and lava formations: what you’ll see from the outside
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Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin Reefs Snorkel and Sea Caves

Humpback Whale and Dolphin Watch in Kona - Where the tour starts and ends (and why meeting points matter)
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Humpback Whale and Dolphin Watch in Kona

7.Humpback Whale and Dolphin Watch in Kona

Small-group Kona cruise in season for humpbacks, plus dolphins and a hydrophone sound moment, with live guide talk.

★ 4.5

“Reading the description and past reviews, there was supposed to be narration, we received zero narration even after we saw whales, only a couple from a distance, not bad but not as advertised.”

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Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling - Meeting in Kailua-Kona and Taking the Zodiac RIB Out
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Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

8.Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

Fast Zodiac snorkeling from Kailua-Kona to Kealakekua Bay for reefs, sea caves, dolphins, and Captain Cook views. Gear and snacks included.

★ 4.5

“The guides were fun, and the navy boat was a fun ride, but the pictures are misleading. We were disappointed that we didn't go into the caves as pictured. We went to Captain Cook as we did the day before and then went near a cave, but never in it. I booked this as a…”

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4 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch - Starting at Iruka Hawai‘i Dolphin: where the tour begins
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4 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch

Kona Tradewind Catamaran Day Sail - The Crew Makes the Trip: Info, Attentiveness, and Local Style
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Kona Tradewind Catamaran Day Sail

10.Kona Tradewind Catamaran Day Sail

Kona catamaran sail with shaded comfort, chances to spot dolphins, and a premium bar. 1.5 hours, great mid-trip reset.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful time. The crew was kind, informative and enjoyable. We ended up having the boat to ourselves due to the only booking at that time. It was relaxing and we got to see dolphins! We loved the trip!”

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Kona Luxury Catamaran Yacht Snorkel & Sail - Getting started at Honokohau: where the comfort begins
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Kona Luxury Catamaran Yacht Snorkel & Sail

Private Kealakekua Bay Snorkel and Dolphin Watch - Captain Cook Monument: More Than a Quick Photo Stop
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Private Kealakekua Bay Snorkel and Dolphin Watch

12.Private Kealakekua Bay Snorkel and Dolphin Watch

Private snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay plus Captain Cook Monument and Kona dolphin watching, with whale chances in winter.

★ 5.0

“Our snorkeling trip was everything we hoped for and more. Monet and Brenden were absolutely amazing- welcoming, kind, and passionate about what they do. They went out of their way to make sure our three generation family felt comfortable and had a great time. The snorkeling was stunning and Monet’s underwater videos and photos were…”

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2-Hour Dolphin Watching and Double Reef with Snorkel in Hawaii - The first reef snorkel: your 45–60 minute plan
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2-Hour Dolphin Watching and Double Reef with Snorkel in Hawaii

13.2-Hour Dolphin Watching and Double Reef with Snorkel in Hawaii

Big Island dolphin watching plus two reef snorkel stops in a small group on a fast RHIB, with gear, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks included.

★ 5.0

“Great experience with knowledgeable and compassionate guides. Very helpful for beginners and the small group made us available for plenty of personal attention.”

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Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Safari In Kona Big Island (4hrs) - Snorkeling in the Marine Preserve: What to Expect Underwater
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Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Safari In Kona Big Island (4hrs)

14.Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Safari In Kona Big Island (4hrs)

Snorkel Kealakekua Bay and watch for Kona dolphins on a 4-hour safari with BBQ lunch, snacks, and Captain Cook scenery.

★ 4.5

“We thought Maddie and the captain were amazing! We had the best time! They were informative, knowledgeable and made the trip fun for our family. We even had sodas and snacks! Couldn’t have asked for more!”

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2 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watching and Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour - Dolphin Watching: The Part That Moves Quickly (and Why That’s a Good Thing)
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2 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watching and Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour

15.2 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watching and Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour

Two hours in Kailua-Kona with Iruka Hawaii: wild dolphins, reef snorkeling for sea turtles, included gear, snacks, and water for $88.

★ 5.0

“Capt Mitch and Tamae were a fabulous crew! They were kind, welcoming, and made my entire family feel comfortable. We had a fantastic time snorkeling and got to see plenty of wildlife! Tamae was in the waters with us and even took amazing underwater footage as we snorkeled!”

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