Hawaiʻi Activities & Tours

Book your private charter with us! We offer snorkeling, fishing, whale watching, and customizable private charters to ensure you and your party have the best day of your vacation with us.

Kona Ocean Experience offers small groups (six passengers max) ocean activity tours and private charters departing Keauhou Harbor for morning, afternoon, evening sunset & night snorkel trips to watch for dolphins, whales, and turtles, to snorkel above the colorful reefs by day, explore the Kona Coast and learn about Hawaiian culture and history, as well as the opportunity to observe the majestic manta rays.

Casual lodgings with kitchenettes & free Wi-Fi, in an ocean-view guesthouse offering an outdoor pool.

Offering tours for every style and budget. Choose from all-inclusive Private Sailing and Sunset Sailing Tours with food, drinks, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and dolphin watching—or opt for the Skippered Bareboat Charter, a simple sail with just the boat and a licensed captain. Sail the Kona Coast aboard Moana, a 40-foot vessel designed for intimate, personalized experiences. Enjoy crystal-clear waters, warm trade winds, and unforgettable views. Whether you’re chasing a glowing sunset, snorkeling vibrant reefs, or relaxing on deck, Hawaii Sail Charters delivers a private ocean adventure to remember. Private 3-hour tours start at just $700.

Grocer with foodstuffs ranging from drinks at the espresso bar to red hot dogs at the deli counter.

Aloha to our Locals and Visitors to the Big Island! We are 100% grown, made and created here on the Big Island of Hawaii. By supporting and purchasing from one of our 'Ohana Vendors at the Big Island Market, you support local farmers, artisans, crafters and families. Your dollars help to perpetuate a vital part of our island's economy. By shopping locally every Wednesday and Friday at our farmers market in Keauhou Bay, Kailua-Kona, you can reduce the amount of importing essential foods and give gifts from the island's artists. - Founder, Kumu Keala Ching

Private Charters, Snorkel Tours, Dolphin Tours, and Whale Watching. Our Premier Ocean Experience in Kailua-Kona will go above your highest expectations.

Equipped with Furuno Omni Sonar, Tantrum Sportfishing is the ultimate choice for Kona fishing charters, offering expert guidance, top-tier equipment, and an unrivaled passion for success. Whether you're targeting trophy blue marlin, ahi (yellowfin tuna), mahi-mahi, or ono (wahoo), our experienced captain and crew are committed to delivering an unforgettable Big Island sportfishing adventure. At Tantrum we go beyond just fishing—we create an experience tailored to every angler, from first-timers to seasoned pros. Our professionally maintained boat is fully equipped with tournament-grade gear and cutting-edge technology, giving you every advantage on the water. With Kona’s world-famous deep-sea fishing grounds just minutes from the harbor.

Join us on the Kona coastline for a snorkel tour with wildlife! We approach our unique tours “safari” style, meaning we cover vast areas of the coastline in search of marine life aboard our vessel. We believe “the search” is part of the fun and allows nature to deliver the adventure. Together, we can observe and potentially interact with sea turtles, a variety of dolphin species, manta rays, sharks, whales, and locals of Hawaii’s coral reefs. Join us on an incredible journey leaving you with a lifetime of memories!

Truncated by massive, ancient sea cliffs, this extinct shield volcano features a 4,961-ft. peak.

We provide Private boat charter with Luxury boat, Kealakekua bay snorkeling, Dolphin watching, Sunset cruises & Manta ray night snorkeling, Whale watching ( seasonal ). We customize it anywhere according to your desire. Our friendly captain and abundance of sea life around guarantee you to have an amazing experience. All rides are 6 guests max ensuring a close private experience. Let us show you all the beautiful spots along the Kona Coast!!

A first in class Kona fishing charter. A world-renowned fishery. A top-notch captain and crew. The best tackle and gear money can buy. Marlin, Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna), Ono (Wahoo), Mahi-Mahi (Dorado, Dolphin Fish) Come fish aboard Sweet Sadie … you’ll be glad you did!

Paradise Sailing Hawaii specializes in affordable private catamaran charters in Kona. We offer private sunset cruises, snorkeling, dolphin and whale watching along the Kona coast. Enjoy a true sailing experience with a small number of passengers, plenty of shade, comfortable cushioned seating with tables, nice clean toilet facilities and the roominess, stability and speed of the newest 36' catamaran sailing the Big Island of Hawaii.

Kona Sea Adventures is locally owned and operated. At Kona Sea Adventures we offer custom charters which include big game fishing, light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, snorkeling, whale watches and sunset cruises. Mix and match however you like and let us deliver a truly unique adventure!

Discover the magic of the Hawaiian ocean with Hawaii Nautical, the islands' premier ocean adventure company! A locally owned and family-operated business with the state's largest inter-island fleet, we offer unforgettable experiences on Oʻahu, Maui, and Hawaiʻi Island. Embark on luxury sailing excursions, snorkel in vibrant reefs, and witness dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. Recognized by Dolphin SMART for our commitment to responsible marine wildlife practices, we blend comfort, adventure, and the spirit of aloha on every journey. Let Hawaii Nautical be your guide to the wonders beneath the waves!

Get "Hooked Up" charter fishing in Kailua Kona Hawaii on the Big Island. We offer 1/2, 3/4, full day and last minute deep sea fishing boat charter trips. We fillet fish for you to enjoy at no cost. We have great rates and a proven catch record and you can see this on our daily fish report page on our website. We specialize in catching large blue marlin, spearfish, mahi mahi, ono and tuna year round in Kona Hawaii. Year after year we are one of the top producing blue marlin boats out of Kona Hawaii Hooked Up also has fun taking kids and family's fishing, we our happy to customize your charter deep sea fishing trip for the whole family. Hooked Up has a variety of tackle and equipment to make the fishing easy and fun for the kids of all ages.

Humdinger Sportfishing has been operating sport fishing charters in Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii for over 50 years. When it comes to fishing in Kona, Captain Jeff and Captain Brett are two of the most experienced and knowledgeable charter boat captains in Kona Hawaii. Deep Sea Fishing in Kona is fun, economical and an ideal activity for everyone because the fishing occurs very close to shore in the calm, deep waters protected by the large mountains on the Big Island of Hawaii. We supply everything you need to catch fish. Our boat is clean and easily accommodates up to six guests and has with a full bathroom on board for your comfort.