On the Kona Coast and in Kealakekua Bay, the wildlife-watching isn’t seasonal—whales, dolphins, sharks, seals, birds, and more call this tropical paradise home year-round. On this tour, hop on a small, open-air zodiac, hear stories of old Hawaii, and zoom along the rugged coast spotting creatures big and small, wild and wonderful, going for a true ocean safari.
- Easy meetup in the Honokohau Marina
- Zip down the Kona coast in a zodiac boat—small, maneuverable, and open-air
- Spot up to 17 different whale and dolphin species (and more)
- Limited to 16 travelers, you’ll get a wildlife tour more akin to a safari
What To Expect
Captain Zodiac Raft Expeditions
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.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Honokohau Marina & Small Boat Harbor
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.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kailua-Kona
Travel down the Kona coast exploring the deep waters of the Pacific ocean looking for any one of our resident dolphin or whales.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Kailua-Kona
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.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for participants with back or neck problems
Pregnant women are not allowed on this tour
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum age is 4 years
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Include
Local taxes
Picnic snack (potato chips, cookies, sodas, fruit juices, bring your reusable bottle for water)
Rafting expedition
Exclude
Hotel pick up and drop off
Gratuities
Cameras, please bring your own camera and/or go pro.
Max group – 15
