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Kaimana Ocean Safari

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Kailua-Kona, US
5 (207)
Kailua-Kona, US
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Join Kaimana Ocean Safari on an incredible adventure along the beautiful Kona coastline. With our professionally trained ocean guides, boat captains, and underwater photographers, you'll have the opportunity to observe and interact with various wildlife in their natural habitat. Unlike larger tourist vessels, our intimate group size of just six people allows for a more personalized and immersive experience. Set off on a safari-style tour, covering vast areas of the coastline in search of marine life. While we can't guarantee specific sightings, the potential to encounter sea turtles, dolphins, whales, sharks, and manta rays is exhilarating. With four hours on the water, this journey promises to leave you with unforgettable memories. Please note that swimming ability, athleticism, and ladder climbing skills are necessary for water participation. Embark on a thrilling adventure with Kaimana Ocean Safari and let nature deliver an unforgettable experience.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Small Group Tour, Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Guided by professionally trained ocean guides
  • Opportunity to observe and interact with wildlife
  • Intimate experience with a maximum of 6 people
  • Potential to see sea turtles, dolphins, sharks, and manta rays
  • Four hours on the water for the best experience
  • Snacks
  • Use of snorkelling equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Towels, rash guards, sun protection are not included. please bring reef safe sunscreen (zinc only).

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Introduction

Welcome to the Kaimana Ocean Safari, an unforgettable adventure along the stunning Kona coastline. Led by expert ocean guides, boat captains, and underwater photographers, this experience offers a truly intimate encounter with marine wildlife. Unlike large commercial vessels, our small group tours accommodate a maximum of six people, ensuring a personalized and immersive journey.

What to expect?

From the moment you step aboard our vessel, the excitement begins! Our safari-style tours involve scanning the picturesque Kona coastline for breathtaking encounters with marine life. With the deep drop-off of the sea floor, we have the potential to observe a wide range of wildlife, including sea turtles, various fish species, dolphins, whale species, sharks, and even manta rays. Although we cannot guarantee specific interactions or sightings due to the unpredictability of nature, we strive to provide the best possible experience during our four-hour tour. Please note that we venture into deep waters for open ocean wildlife, which may take some time to find. It is important to have swimming ability, athleticism, and be able to climb a ladder for water activities. This tour may not be suitable for beginners or young children.

Who is this for?

The Kaimana Ocean Safari is designed for nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and anyone eager to explore the mesmerizing world beneath the waves. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or a curious first-timer, this tour offers an incredible opportunity to connect with marine life in its natural habitat. Our guides are knowledgeable and passionate, ensuring that both beginner and experienced individuals feel welcome and engaged throughout the journey. Join us for an exceptional adventure that caters to the diverse interests of all participants.

Why book this?

Embark on the Kaimana Ocean Safari and unlock a world of awe-inspiring experiences. What sets our tour apart from the rest is our commitment to providing an intimate encounter with marine wildlife. Our small vessel allows us to access areas untouched by larger boats, granting you a unique vantage point for observing and interacting with these incredible creatures. The thrill of the search, the exhilaration of witnessing marine life up close, and the expertise of our guides make this adventure truly unforgettable. Book now and create lifelong memories during this once-in-a-lifetime marine safari.

Good to know

It is essential to arrive at the Honokohau Harbor north side bathrooms 15 minutes before departure. You can find us by entering Kealakehe Parkway from Queen Ka’ahumanu Hwy, making the first right, and then turning left after the gas station. Park at the bathroom pavilion where our friendly staff will be waiting to greet you. Please note that this tour requires swimming ability, a degree of athleticism, and the ability to climb a ladder for water activities. Beginners and some children may find this tour challenging. We highly recommend reviewing our cancellation policy and, if joining from a cruise ship, confirming with them 24 hours prior to ensure disembarkation permission.

Reviews

Guests who have experienced the Kaimana Ocean Safari have been amazed by the level of professionalism, knowledge, and genuine passion shown by our guides. They have praised the intimate atmosphere of the small group tour, allowing for a more personalized and memorable encounter with marine life. Customers have marveled at the variety of wildlife encountered, including sea turtles, dolphins, and even sightings of majestic manta rays. The combination of adventure, education, and spectacular scenery has left our guests with a newfound appreciation for the wonders of the ocean. Join us on the Kaimana Ocean Safari and add your own rave review to the countless others who have been captivated by this incredible experience.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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Reviews

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5 (207)

bonniemI6919NI

The Kaimana Ocean Safari was excellent! Devon and Cam were amazing and tried to find us marine life as we don’t snorkel. The only marine life we found was a small pod of pilot whales and a turtle when we arrived back at shore. Had we gotten in the water we could have seen manta rays They tried their best and were awesome to listen to about marine life. The boat ride was beautiful!!

Joel S

Great start to an extended Hawaiian vacation. Enjoyable, relaxing and also interesting introduction to the ocean environment around Kona. Very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable staff who pointed out various marine life both in and out of the water. Also provided great video of the trip. Highly recommend to spend a morning on the water with Kaimana.

W577ETkarenh

Had an amazing time. I went as a rider only - my husband snorkeled- still saw the whales and sharks from the boat. Even if you’re not comfortable in the water I highly recommend going as a rider - they were great - so much fun

A6724VTjenniferf

In the words of our hard-to-please teenager: "write them the BEST review!" Take her word for it, and book this ocean safari! Four hours on a small, intimate boat (our family of 5 essentially got a private charter), was so much more memorable for us than being among 20 - 30 people on commercial boat. It affected the presence we had in the water, so that we didn't disturb some amazing animals, which would have likely taken off if we were a larger group. Devon and Kay were extremely knowledgable guides, who could spot a shark in the water from >100 ft away (all five of us were scanning the gorgeous blue waves but it was always Kay or Devon who spotted the tiger shark, hammerhead, and pilot whales!). They had snacks, drinks, and explained exactly which species we were and were not allowed to get in the water with under state law, and why. As a result, we were extremely fortunate to swim with turtles, pilot whales, and even oceanic white tip sharks! An INCREDIBLE trip! (And get the Go Pro package! Devon's footage was a wonderful keepsake)

Lindsay B

We had an incredible experience with Kaimana! We snorkeled off a reef where we saw an eagle ray, green sea turtle, white tipped reef shark, and even a massive tuna! They then worked hard to find us some pelagic creatures - swimming in the brilliant blue open ocean was so cool! We were lucky enough to swim with a pod of short finned pilot whales and then some bottle nose dolphins for a short time. There were also some nocturnal spinner dolphins, but it’s illegal to swim with them. But it was still very cool to see them from the surface! The ladies at Kaimana (all female team 💪🏻) were so knowledgeable and amazing! They work hard to give back and protect the ocean and its inhabitants 💙 and they even provided us with yummy snacks and drinks 🤤 @mermaid.kayleigh @camgrantphotography

KBowieMom

If you do one thing on the Big Island, I would do this! We went in March with my my kids ages 15, 13, and 8. We didn't actually have any major expectations other than hoping to see some sea life and maybe get in some snorkeling that would be a more private experience that the giant snorkeling cruise boats. This FAR exceeded all our expectations and my kids keep talking about "when we go back to Hawaii we have to do this again!!!" First of all, the Kaimana staff are professional, knowledgeable, experienced and will keep you safe! They will make sure you have a great time! (Just a bonus that they offered us great hospitality and fantastic pineapple and snacks!) We had the amazing opportunity to see a baby whale breaching over and over and playing, we swam with a pod of pilot whales, and with oceanic white tip sharks. My son even had a blue marlin jet by him! We did get in the water near a hammerhead but it was shy and swam away. Also while in the water we heard the whales singing underwater and it was absolutely amazing!!!!! None of us will ever forget this experience and will certainly book again when we come back one of these days! Keep in mind what you "see" will be dependent on ocean conditions and time of year, etc. I would never hesitate to recommend Kaimana to anyone!

Kendra_B

This review is about 3 months overdue! If there is one thing to do on the Big Island, this is it! My husband and my 3 kids ages 15, 13, and 8 booked this excursion hoping to see whatever sea creatures we could and we had the BEST experience. The crew are amazing naturalists and are interested in educating you about the ocean animals and keeping you safe with them. We were a bit adventurous and had the opportunity to swim with a pod with pilot whales, some oceanic white tip sharks, and for a moment with a hammerhead that swam away quickly. We heard the sounds of a whale underwater which was amazing (couldn't see it but just hearing it was so cool). We saw a baby whale breaching over and over and while in the water a blue marlin swam right by my son. My whole family agreed we needed like another day to spend with this wonderful crew! Thank you for making us feel safe to try such an amazing thing as swimming with sharks! Your hospitality was outstanding. We couldn't stop talking about it! (FYI pictures were too large to upload here).

Eddie_H

What an amazing crew and experience. Very friendly and professional from start to finish. While snorkeling, we got to see rays, turtles, a large Tuna, shark, and multiple whales including a mother and her calf - all due to the knowledge and experience of the guides. Outstanding excursion at Kona!

Inspiration658316

Cannot recommend this enough! If you’re solo, with a partner or group it was such an educational, fun, thrilling experience and being in the water with professionals just makes swimming with wildlife so much more enjoyable and fun! Love love love

ryantI1973GY

Instagram influencers with a boat who love sharks. Although some of the information they shared felt like they made it up- they seemed to be decently educated, but one girl was from Montana so I’m not too sure lol... Price is worth it if you have a unique encounter with wildlife, but we didn’t see much besides basic stuff. I could see how this could possibly be a great experience for adventurous ocean lovers.
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