Kamanu Charters
One of the real pluses of taking a trip with the sailing catamaran Kamanu off the coast of Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii is the dolphin viewing. Dolphins are a constant feature along the Kona Coastline year-round and they are seen regularly by Kamanu. There are so many dolphins seen off this coastline in fact that this has been the sight of the longest running study of spinner dolphins in the world. This research has been going on since the late sixties and has been responsible for much of the current understanding of these remarkable creatures. The captain and crew of the Kamanu will probably share with you much of their own personal observations of the dolphins which when viewed over time present one of the most interesting stories of any species on the planet. It is known that they hang out during the day time in the shallow waters off the Kona Coast to rest and to play and in the evening hours they head out to sea and to deeper water to feed on the plentiful almost cloud like layers of fish, squid and shrimp. One of the most unusual behaviors you will probably witness on the Kamanu is the aerial behavior of the spinner dolphins as they are unbelievably acrobatic. Though the exact reasoning behind their spins is not altogether understood their spins, flips, combination spinning flips and high leaps are certain to be an exciting part of your day of observation.…
| Description: Deluxe morning snorkel trip to Pawai Bay, a protected area on private land, located on the Kona Coast. Enjoy real sailing on Kona's only sailing catamaran. Snorkel amidst rainbow colored reef fish, endangered sea turtles and elusive manta and eagle rays. Explore underwater terrain of coral- encrusted lava archways, ledges and caves.
Departure Point: Honokohau Marina, Kailua Kona. 2.5 miles North of Kailua town.
Operates: Daily 9:00am - check in 8:30am
Duration: 3.5 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $88.65 | $80.90 | | Child 12 and Under | $46.66 | $46.66 | | |
| Description: Weather permitting you will head north looking for dolphins and once spotted you get in the water for a once in a lifetime encounter. This is nothing like seeing them in captivity; you will be able to see them up close and personal in their own surroundings that they have been raised in. Then enjoy some sailing and snacks of fresh island fruit, soda, juice, beer and wine.
Departure Point: Honokohau Marina, Kailua Kona. 2.5 miles North of Kailua town.
Operates: Daily at 9:00am - check in 8:30am
Duration: 4 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Dolphin Snorkel | $129.70 | $121.90 | | |
| Description: This tour usually departs around 5:00pm and you arrive at the Manta Ray site in about 45 minutes, you can snorkel a bit before you watch an amazing sunset from the boat. Snacks, fresh island fruit, soda, juice, beer and wine will be served. Once dark, you will begin your journey with these amazing creatures - seeing them during the day is great, but seeing them at night feeding on all the plankton that have been drawn to lights will definitely amaze you, as you watch them come inches from your body.
Departure Point: Honokohau Marina, Kailua Kona. 2.5 miles North of Kailua town.
Operates: Monday, Wednesday, Friday from around 5:00pm - times vary with season.*
Duration: 3.5 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Manta Snorkel | $79.32 | $74.90 | | |
| Description: Three and one half hour snorkel trip to Pawai Bay, a protected area on private land, located on the Kona Coast. Enjoy real sailing on Kona"s only sailing catamaran. Snorkel amidst rainbow colored reef fish, endangered sea turtles and elusive manta and eagle rays. Explore underwater terrain of coral-encrusted lava archways, ledges, and caves.
Departure Point: Honokohau Marina, Kailua Kona. 2.5 miles North of Kailua town.
Operates: Daily 1:30pm - check in at 1:00pm
Duration: 3 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adult | $79.32 | $74.90 | | Child 12 and Under | $46.66 | $46.66 | | |
| Description: Get out on the ocean for a sunset sail. Take in the panoramic sunset views and then turn around and see the light changing colors on the mountains behind you. This trip includes two hours of real sailing. Also, there will be a full open bar that will be serving MaiTai"s, Beer and Wine.
Departure Point: Honokohau Marina, Kailua Kona. 2.5 miles North of Kailua town.
Operates: Daily: 5:00 to 7:00pm * times can vary with season.
Duration: 2 hours
(..more info) | Your Price | | Adults Only | $79.32 | $74.90 | | |
Dolphin Excursions on Hawaii by Kamanu Charters
AM Deluxe Snorkel Sail 
