Big Island: Marine Wildlife Excursion

4.8 (29 reviews) 4 hours Free cancellation

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29 reviews

4.8

Avoid the crowds with small group tours — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Bottlenose Dolphins — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Whale season is never over for Captain Zodiac. Join us for a unique experience of a lifetime where we venture into the unknown! Enjoy a morning wildlife watching tour with our experienced Naturalist captains and crew, who share a passion & respect for the ocean and its inhabitants. Kona is one of the few unique coastlines in the world with numerous species of wildlife year-round. We have the opportunity to encounter 17 different resident whale & dolphin species, turtles, sharks, Hawaiian Monk seals, various species of birds and much more. Experience our military grade Zodiac Hurricanes – the same boats used by Navy seals as we explore the diverse habitat provided by Hawaii’s deep underwater geography, an ocean safari for the true adventure seeker!

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Captain Zodiac

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Picnic snack (potato chips, cookies, sodas, fruit juices, bring your reusable bottle for water)
Included: Rafting expedition
Included: Local taxes

Not included

Not included: Hotel pick up and drop off
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Cameras, please bring your own camera and/or go pro.

Itinerary

Captain Zodiac Raft Expeditions

15 min

This is the original rafting company of Hawai'i, with our family run office set up for checking in each of our excursions. Our office allows indoor seating, air conditioning, convenient restrooms, reef safe sunscreen, children entertainment, souvenir shopping and one fluffy friendly golden retriever, if you are missing yours back home.
Honokohau Marina & Small Boat Harbor

15 min

This is the original rafting company of Hawai'i, with our family run office set up for checking in each of our excursions. Our office allows indoor seating, air conditioning, convenient restrooms, reef safe sunscreen, children entertainment, souvenir shopping and one fluffy friendly golden retriever, if you are missing yours back home.
Kailua-Kona

3 hours

Travel down the Kona coast exploring the deep waters of the Pacific ocean looking for any one of our resident dolphin or whales.
Kailua-Kona

45 min

On your return journey from Kealakekua Bay travel along the rugged shoreline hugging the coast with our maneuverable Zodiac boats. Listen to the stories of old Hawai'i and how the island was formed while you view different geological features. Our captain and crew are always willing to give out recommendations of places to eat, things to see, or events that are happening around Kona, so don't be afraid to ask.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Captain Zodiac is located in the Honokohau Marina and small boat harbor, after turning onto Kealakehe Street make your first right then second left into a parking lot surrounded by chain link fencing and pink flowers with blue roofed buildings.

End point

Captain Zodiac is located in the Honokohau Marina and small boat harbor, after turning onto Kealakehe Street make your first right then second left into a parking lot surrounded by chain link fencing and pink flowers with blue roofed buildings.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.