Overview
Our tours depart from the Kailua-Kona pier on the Big Island of Hawaii. Discover the beauty of Kona's underwater world aboard Marian, a 36-foot (10-meter), custom-designed glass-bottom boat. Your expert naturalist guide provides insight to the world of corals and colorful tropical fish. View Kona's coastline, mountains, historical sights, and maybe even spot frolicking dolphins or seasonal whales. This 50-minute tour is a must for all ages, from kids to avid divers and snorkelers eager to learn more about Hawaii's unique marine life. Bring along your camera and wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Sit back and relax while the boat skims over the reef, putting you within inches of the underwater world. Marian was specially designed and built for just this experience.
Note: We are located on the Big Island of Hawaii. Please ensure you are on the correct island prior to booking. We cannot wave our cancelation/refund policy for booking when on a different island.
Packages & Options
Glass-bottom Boat Reef Tour
Package details and availability are confirmed during the booking step.
Itinerary
Our tour departs from the Kailua Pier on the Big Island of Hawaii (Hawaii Island) and will take you on a glass bottomed boat adventure in Kailua Bay. Cruise along the coastline hovering within inches of the coral reef. Enjoy a lively narration by a knowledgeable marine naturalist as you take in the beauty above and below the ocean’s surface. An eco-tour that is fun for all ages! Private Charters available! (50 mins)
What's Included
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Restroom on board
- Live commentary on board
- Water and Ginger ale
Exclusions
- Food and drinks, but cold water is available
Meeting & Logistics
Meet the boat midway down the Kailua-Kona pier on Hawaii Island (The Big Island) 15 minutes prior to departure.
It is located near the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha Hotel (75-5660 Palani Rd 96740) a good place to park!
Budget 10 min to park and walk to the boat.
Look for blue & yellow flags.
Meeting Point
Hawaii
Special Instructions
This tour requires reconfirmation with the local supplier! Please email the following information to info@konaglassbottomboat.com immediately upon receipt of confirmation. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of tour. • Customer Name and Travel Date • Customer Contact Number • Customer email
Photos
Glass-Bottom Boat Reef Tour Photos
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Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Departs from Kailua Pier, on the Big Island of Hawaii. The pier is adjacent to the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel, 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona, HI. You may park in this lot.
- Check in at the boat 10 minutes prior to departure
- Insure you budget 10 minutes to park and walk to the boarding location.
- Meet the boat midway down pier on left side. Look for blue and yellow flags on boat mast.
- This tour requires reconfirmation with the local supplier
- Children must be accompanied by an adult (Two children/infants max per one adult)
- The boat will leave at the time of departure so please be on time.
- Not recommended for those extremely prone to sea sickness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
