Guests meet at the Puako boat ramp.
9:00—Orientation—participants outfitted with snorkeling gear and given a brief orientation on paddling technique. Load the kayaks and launch.
9:15 to 12:00—Once on the water, the group will paddle about 1 mile (30 minutes) to first snorkeling site. An orientation on how to use snorkeling gear will be given for those needing it. This is especially important for first time snorkelers, so that they will be comfortable viewing fish in the water (buoyant snorkel vests available). Otherwise, experienced snorkelers can start on their own.
Expect to see the coral reef with an abundant assortment of colorful reef fish. The variety of tropical fish is remarkable. Water depth is about 20 feet. Water temperature is at 75º from November to March and at 80º from April to October. Visibility varies from 40' to 80'. We spend about an hour at this site exploring the area. Resident green sea turtles hang out in this area. Once out of the water, a snack will be served. Casual discussion on coral reef ecology and questions answered on what was seen will then be held. After snack,(time permitting) kayak to second snorkel site (2 different sites-weather dependent). .
12:00 to 12:30—Paddle straight back to the boat ramp.
Total Time Once Arriving at Boat Ramp, Launching, & Return—3 Hours +/- 15 Minutes (depending).

All Tours Include the Following:
Certified lifeguard tour guide
Double kayaks with all necessary equipment
Plastic identification cards to take in the water
Healthy snacks
Snorkel gear
Bottled water
Equipment & tour orientation
Cooler with beverages

To enjoy a guided tour while snorkeling and kayaking Puako Reef on the Big Island of Hawaii, contact us! If you liked the trip and would like to do more kayaking, we "loan" kayaks to our clients.

 

Kohala Kayak
P.O. Box 3580
Kailua Kona, HI 96745

Phone: (808) 882-4678
kohalakayak@yahoo.com