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.
See the pristine and protected Puako reef with an abundant assortment of colorful fish and other critters. Water depth is about 20 feet, and there are underwater sea arches you can swim through 10 feet down. Water temperature is 75º from November to March and 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 usually hang out in the area. Once out of the water, snacks will be served. Casual discussion on coral reef ecology and questions answered on what was seen. After snack we paddle to second snorkel site (2 different sites-weather dependent). .
12:00 to 12:30—Paddle back to the boat ramp.
Total Time Once Arriving at Boat Ramp: 3 Hours +/- 15 Minutes.

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 of snorkeling and kayaking, or if you'd just like to know what else there's to do and see on the Big Island of Hawaii, contact us!

 

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

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