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Tour Information / Guidelines
Explore Kona’s Best Ocean Adventures
Kaimana Ocean Safari offers four unforgettable tours along the stunning Kona coast:
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• Ocean Safari: A thrilling marine life search through shallow reefs and deep waters — spot dolphins, whales, sea turtles, and more.
• Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling: Explore a world-renowned reef teeming with vibrant marine life on this shorter, spectacular snorkel.
• Kohola (Whale) Watching: A seasonal chance to witness majestic humpback whales as they migrate, birth, and play.
• Kaimana Crafted Sunset Tour: End the day with a scenic snorkel and a breathtaking sunset — perfect for celebrations or pure relaxation.
Choose a shared tour or private charter, and let us take you on a safe, immersive, and unforgettable ocean adventure.
EXPLORE OUR TOURS
4 HOURS
ALL AGES
FROM
$175
Ocean Safari
Observe and interact with any type of wildlife on the gorgeous and dramatic coastline of Kona. We’ll have four hours on the water to provide you with the best experience imaginable.
3 HOURS
ALL AGES
FROM
$800
Witness a breathtaking Kona sunset on a Kaimana-crafted tour! We believe there’s no better place to view the ending of a beautiful day in paradise than on the ocean!
3 HOURS
ALL AGES
FROM
$135
Kealakekua Bay Adventure
Join us for a beautiful ocean tour traveling the Kona coastline to Kealakekua Bay where you will experience a world-renowned reef snorkeling site.
3 HOURS
ALL AGES
FROM
$135
Join us to scan the Kona coast for our beautiful & majestic Kohola (Humpback Whales) that frequent our waters in the winter months. We will have 3 hours to observe these amazing creatures as they migrate to Hawaii to birth their calves, mate, rest & play!
PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGES
We offer two types of affordable Photography Packages for your experience!
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GO PRO PACKAGE // $25.00 USD PER GROUP
Allow our safety divers to capture your for only $25 extra per group! All footage taken will be video footage on the newest GoPro on the market. To purchase, just select this option at checkout. You can also add this on while on your tour. Please note the footage will be sent via email within 24-48 hours of your tour.
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PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGE // $100.00 USD
We offer a professional underwater photo package to capture your adventure of 25 photos taken on a DSLR camera in an underwater housing to be post processed & edited by our highly qualified photographers! This is at an extremely affordable rate of $100 per group! You will also receive the GoPro footage of the tour included in that taken on the latest GoPro action cam.
Adding on this package allows you to stay in the moment and let the photographers worry about capturing your experience!
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To purchase, just select this option at checkout. You can also add this on while on your tour. Please note that photos take up to a week to process & will be sent via email.
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*Please note we always try our best to capture humans with wildlife, however, we cannot guarantee any photos as the skill level of the swimmer & movements from the animals may vary. it is important to stay with the group to be featured in your photo package. Mahalo!
Recommended Items to Bring
​​The weather in Hawaii can shift quickly — be ready for both sunshine and cool ocean breezes. We want everyone to stay comfortable and enjoy the experience from start to finish. Need a bite before the trip? Stop by the Sea Store at the harbor’s gas station for sandwiches, burritos, drinks, and snacks!
Here’s what we recommend bringing:
• Towel
• Rash guard (optional)
• Reef-safe sunscreen (active ingredients: zinc oxide or titanium dioxide only — Check out a great option here)
• Secure hat
• Reusable water bottle
• Sunglasses
• Windbreaker or jacket (optional)
• Snorkel gear (optional — we provide gear if you don’t have your own)
• Seasickness medication (take in advance! Non-drowsy option here)
• Camera (optional — or ask about our professional photography services)
Pack smart, stay comfortable, and get ready for an unforgettable day on the water!
Important Participation Requirements
For your safety and enjoyment, please ensure you meet the following requirements:
• Must know how to swim and be able to climb a vertical ladder
• Must be over 4 feet tall
• Must weigh under 250 lbs
• Must NOT have any neck or back injuries
• Must NOT have any pre-existing heart conditions
• Must NOT have had major surgery within the past 6 months
• Understand that boating and snorkeling involve inherent risks
Your safety is our top priority — if you have any concerns, please reach out to us before booking!
Kama’aina / Military: Text Proof of Residency (i.e. State/Military ID)
Kaimana Contact : (808) 990-0013
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early and allow time for traffic when driving to the harbor. We have a very strict 24 hour cancellation policy and we do not issue any refunds for no shows, late arrivals, cancellations for any reason within 24 hours of your scheduled tour. If you need to reschedule your tour for any reason please speak to our staff to cancel or reschedule prior to 24 hours before your scheduled tour. We would be happy to move you! If we need to cancel the tour due to weather or any other reason on our end, you will receive a full refund. If we need to cancel half way through the tour due to weather you will be refunded half of your payment back. If you are late we will wait an additional 15 minutes to give you a chance to arrive before departing for the scheduled tour. Please be considerate to other guests who have arrived on time. Please review our 24 hour cancellation policy & if you are joining from a cruise ship you need to confirm with them 24 hours prior they will let you off of the ship. We do NOT refund for the ship changing their itinerary for ANY reason.