Big Island Snorkeling & Diving

Kona Ocean Experience offers small groups (six passengers max) ocean activity tours and private charters departing Keauhou Harbor for morning, afternoon, evening sunset & night snorkel trips to watch for dolphins, whales, and turtles, to snorkel above the colorful reefs by day, explore the Kona Coast and learn about Hawaiian culture and history, as well as the opportunity to observe the majestic manta rays.

Dive center offering chartered day & night dives, plus snorkeling trips, certifications & classes.

This is the dive shop you’ve been searching for. Experience world-class scuba diving and snorkeling in Kona on Hawaii’s most comfortable, spacious dive boats. Whether you're here for the iconic manta ray night dive, a custom private charter, whale watching, or learning to dive with our expert instructors, Aquatic Life Divers delivers unmatched quality and care. We welcome all skill levels and pride ourselves on small groups, safety, and eco-conscious practices. Book direct with us—skip the resellers—and enjoy better service, more value, and a truly local experience. Your best day on the Big Island starts here.​

Est. 2018, Kona Shore Divers is Kailua-Kona’s top-rated shore dive and snorkel operator, offering personalized, small-group scuba tours and PADI instruction. Our dive boat departs directly from Kailua Pier, where cruise ship tenders drop off guests — making us the most convenient choice for passengers and crew! We offer guided shore dives, manta ray night dives, private charters, and beginner-friendly experiences like Discover Scuba. Locally owned and fully insured. Book online or call to reserve your spot!

Jack's Diving Locker in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, is a PADI 5 Star IDC Center offering a wide range of snorkeling and scuba diving experiences, from beginner introductory dives to Instructor training. With four custom-built dive boats and a friendly and experienced staff, Jack's Diving Locker is the perfect place to explore the crystal-clear waters of Kona and see its diverse marine life, including colorful fish, sea turtles, dolphins, and manta rays.

Join us on the Kona coastline for a snorkel tour with wildlife! 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. Together, we can observe and potentially interact with sea turtles, a variety of dolphin species, manta rays, sharks, whales, and locals of Hawaii’s coral reefs. Join us on an incredible journey leaving you with a lifetime of memories!

Our goal at Kona Freedivers is to provide you with the expert knowledge, skills, and equipment needed to enjoy the underwater world safely and comfortably. Kona Freedivers specializes in the highest level of freedive training available in Hawaii with expert instructors, top of the line freediving gear, and amazing freediving opportunities both locally and abroad. Our crew is built of experienced freediving instructors, freediving record breakers, spearfishers, underwater photographers, and all around freediving enthusiasts to guide you through your Kona freediving journey.

Our small group tours offer an intimate atmosphere with a maximum of 10 passengers, ensuring you beat the crowds and enjoy a truly unique experience. Our local crew, longtime residents of our Hawaii island, are passionate about sharing their expertise and love for the ocean with you through our kona snorkeling tours. We believe that every adventure is a chance to learn, appreciate, and protect the marine world for now and for generations to come. We are the #1 choice on ChatGBT for small groups up to 10 passengers!!! ✅ Final Recommendation "For a small-group tour capped at 10 guests, the Kona Hi Sunset Manta Ray Tour by Hawaii Marine Life Charters is your best match". FREE HIGH-DEF GOPRO13 VIDEOS & PHOTOS INCLUDED ON ALL MANTA RAY TOURS

Kona Diving Company is a family-owned-and-operated full service dive center in beautiful Kailua Kona, Hawaii. KDC was founded in 2010 with the goal of providing an intimate, personal diving experience with unparalleled standards of service, Aloha and — most importantly — fun.

Aloha! Here at Manta Ray Dives of Hawaii, we craft unforgettable underwater EcoAdventures along the Kona Coast of the Big Island. Explore vibrant reefs teeming with marine life, or witness the majesty of manta rays on a nighttime snorkel and dive! Scuba enthusiasts can embark on two-tank morning dives, while experienced snorkelers can encounter sharks and other large marine life on our Wildlife EcoAdventure. Looking for a charter for the whole family? Join us for a relaxing day on our Captain Cook & Kealakekua Bay Snorkel EcoAdventure! We also offer customizable private charters for your parties’ enjoyment. Come onboard with our amazing team to create memories for a lifetime! Mahalo Nui Loa!