Kaimana Ocean Safari
Kaimana Ocean Safari
4.9
christinaaE7637NH
4 days ago
I had such an incredible experience with Kaimana Ocean Safari. The staff were kind, fun, and extremely knowledgeable, which made the whole trip feel relaxed and welcoming.
I’m not an avid snorkeler and was probably the weakest swimmer in the group, but I still felt completely safe, supported, and included the entire time. We saw dolphins and sea turtles, and later went on a search for a sperm whale—which we actually found! It was such a magical and rare sighting, and something I’ll never forget.
The photo package is absolutely worth it. Knowing the staff were capturing photos and videos allowed me to stop worrying about documenting everything myself and just fully enjoy the moment.
I also loved the small group size (I think around 6–8 guests max), which made the tour feel personal and flexible. There’s no fixed route—they take you wherever the ocean leads that day. If I had more time on the Big Island, I would absolutely book another trip with them. Highly recommend this experience if you're visiting Kona.
As a solo traveler and not the strongest swimmer, I especially appreciated how safe, welcoming, and inclusive the crew made the experience feel. This is a great tour for both experienced snorkelers and beginners—especially if you want a small-group ocean adventure that feels personal and safe.
At Kaimana Ocean Safari you'll be guided by professionally trained ocean guides, boat captains, and underwater photographers to observe and interact with various wildlife along the Kona coastline. Our vessel only takes 6 people max so you beat the typical tourist trap large vessels for a more intimate experience. 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. Join us on an incredible journey leaving you with a lifetime of memories! Please visit some of our instagram accounts to view more of what you can possibly see. Please note we do not guarantee any sightings or refund for lack of sightings. Wildlife is unpredictable and we cover as much ground as possible to see as much as we can.
Departure Point
- Tours meet at Honokohau Harbor north side bathrooms 15 minutes prior to departure. Enter Kealakehe Parkway from Queen Ka’ahumanu Hwy, Make your first right & turn left after the gas station on your left. Park at the bathroom pavilion & meet staff.
Return Details
- Tours meet at Honokohau Harbor north side bathrooms 15 minutes prior to departure. Enter Kealakehe Parkway from Queen Ka’ahumanu Hwy, Make your first right & turn left after the gas station on your left. Park at the bathroom pavilion & meet staff.
Duration
4 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We have a 4ft height limit for children
- We have an in-water weight limit of 300 lbs- must be able to climb ladder
- Towels, rash guards, sun protection are not included. Please bring reef safe sunscreen (zinc only).
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Kaimana Ocean Safari in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
At Kaimana Ocean Safari you'll be guided by professionally trained ocean guides, boat captains, and underwater photographers to observe and interact with various wildlife along the Kona coastline. Our vessel only takes 6 people max so you beat the typical tourist trap large vessels for a more intimate experience. 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. Join us on an incredible journey leaving you with a lifetime of memories! Please visit some of our instagram accounts to view more of what you can possibly see. Please note we do not guarantee any sightings or refund for lack of sightings. Wildlife is unpredictable and we cover as much ground as possible to see as much as we can.
Departure Point
- Tours meet at Honokohau Harbor north side bathrooms 15 minutes prior to departure. Enter Kealakehe Parkway from Queen Ka’ahumanu Hwy, Make your first right & turn left after the gas station on your left. Park at the bathroom pavilion & meet staff.
Return Details
- Tours meet at Honokohau Harbor north side bathrooms 15 minutes prior to departure. Enter Kealakehe Parkway from Queen Ka’ahumanu Hwy, Make your first right & turn left after the gas station on your left. Park at the bathroom pavilion & meet staff.
Duration
4 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We have a 4ft height limit for children
- We have an in-water weight limit of 300 lbs- must be able to climb ladder
- Towels, rash guards, sun protection are not included. Please bring reef safe sunscreen (zinc only).
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Kaimana Ocean Safari in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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4.9
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christinaaE7637NH
I had such an incredible experience with Kaimana Ocean Safari. The staff were kind, fun, and extremely knowledgeable, which made the whole trip feel relaxed and welcoming.
I’m not an avid snorkeler and was probably the weakest swimmer in the group, but I still felt completely safe, supported, and included the entire time. We saw dolphins and sea turtles, and later went on a search for a sperm whale—which we actually found! It was such a magical and rare sighting, and something I’ll never forget.
The photo package is absolutely worth it. Knowing the staff were capturing photos and videos allowed me to stop worrying about documenting everything myself and just fully enjoy the moment.
I also loved the small group size (I think around 6–8 guests max), which made the tour feel personal and flexible. There’s no fixed route—they take you wherever the ocean leads that day. If I had more time on the Big Island, I would absolutely book another trip with them. Highly recommend this experience if you're visiting Kona.
As a solo traveler and not the strongest swimmer, I especially appreciated how safe, welcoming, and inclusive the crew made the experience feel. This is a great tour for both experienced snorkelers and beginners—especially if you want a small-group ocean adventure that feels personal and safe.
Y3628HUerinb
The ocean safari with Kaimana was absolutely magical. I went with my 12 year old daughter and the crew was so nice, accommodating, and made us feel safe snorkeling with the whales! There was only 6 guest total on the boat which is so nice compared to other boat trips Ive been on with 20+ people.
We saw dolphins leaving the harbor right next to our boat, we swam with a pod of pilot whales, and a sperm whale! I am still processing the magic of this experience. The crew did great making my 12 year old daughter comfortable and helping her. This experience was worth every penny & I would love to go again next time we visit. You will not regret it, book your trip today!
W2756JYjoshuah
We had the most amazing experience with Elizabeth and the crew. The day we went out we found a sperm whale carcass and dove with tiger sharks and oceanic white tip sharks. The team was informative, professional and fun, while keeping us safe during our once in a lifetime experience. I would highly recommend Kaimana Ocean Safari! I’m sure no 2 days are the same, but they will offer you the best day possible with an amazing team to explore the ocean.
kellygC4942WI
We had a phenomenal time with Kaimana Ocean Safari! They were super informative and made us feel very safe. We had a once in a lifetime opportunity to see Tiger Sharks feeding on a whale carcass. We also saw spinner dolphins from the boat and snorkeled. I feel very reassured that this semi- private tour (6 individuals) in a small boat afforded us this unique opportunity. Worth and difference in cost!!
410tylere
This was a great trip! My wife and I saw whales, dolphins, a shark and more!! Morri and cam were great the whole time. We will use them next time we are on the big island!