Snorkeling & Whale Watching with Aloha Ocean Excursions in Kona

Kailua-Kona, on Hawaii’s Big Island, offers some of the most vibrant marine adventures in the Pacific, and Aloha Ocean Excursions delivers these experiences with unmatched local expertise. Situated on Kona’s sun-drenched west coast, this outfitter specializes in immersive snorkeling and whale watching tours tailored to visitors seeking to connect directly with the ocean’s dynamic ecosystems.

Aloha Ocean Excursions’ portfolio includes Morning Snorkel Tours that cruise to iconic reefs alongside colorful coral gardens, where honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles) and tropical fish dart through clear blue waters. Their Manta Rays Night Snorkeling Tours are a standout offering, inviting guests to swim in the glow of underwater lights as graceful manta rays glide silently nearby, transforming the ocean into a mesmerizing underwater theater. For travelers wanting a more private experience, the Private Snorkeling Tour frames an intimate encounter with the sea, while the Kealakekua Snorkeling Tours target the historic bay area famed for its towering cliffs and rich biodiversity.

Complementing their snorkeling is the Coastline Tour—available in morning or afternoon departures—which takes you along Kona’s dramatic shoreline, showcasing lava rock formations shaped by centuries of volcanic activity and sea winds. The Whale Watching Afternoon Tours provide a seasonal highlight, with humpbacks breaching and tail slapping from December through April during their migration along the Hawaiian Islands.

Aloha Ocean Excursions anchors itself as a key part of Kona’s outdoor recreation scene by offering safe, guided, and sustainable encounters with the ocean’s most captivating creatures. Each tour balances adventure with respect for local ecology, making it a rare chance to witness Hawaii’s marine life from a vantage point few other experiences provide. For those drawn to the sea’s edge, this company is a standout gateway to the natural wonders surrounding Kailua-Kona.