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Big Island Divers offers a private boat charter out of Kailua-Kona that your group has entirely to itself. The charter departs from Kaiwi Street and can be tailored to include scuba diving, snorkeling, a nighttime manta ray tour, whale watching, or a scenic coastline cruise. Groups with a mix of divers and snorkelers are welcome, and the experience is built around what your party wants to do on the water.
The price of the charter covers the boat, fuel, captain, crew, and dive or snorkel gear for everyone aboard. Details and scheduling are confirmed by phone after an online deposit is placed. Multiple boats are available to match different group sizes, so reach out to discuss which vessel fits your plans.
Manta rays and other marine life are wild animals, and their presence cannot be promised, though the crew works to locate them when that is part of the itinerary.
We do not take your payment or set prices, and no operator pays for placement here. What changes is who holds your booking, not what you pay.
Private Charter Online Booking ranges from $350 to $600 per person, depending on the option you choose.
The minimum age for Private Charter Online Booking is 10 years old.
Private Charter Online Booking meets at 74-5467 Kaiwi Street Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.
Private Charter Online Booking includes Boat, Fuel, Crew, Captain, and Dive or snorkel gear for passengers.
Cancellations made 2 weeks prior to the date of your scheduled private charter will receive a full refund.
All prices exclude taxes, fees, and gratuity. Big Island Divers operates four boats at different price points.
Yes, Big Island Divers explicitly accommodates any combination of divers and snorkelers on the same private charter, so your group does not need to all participate in the same activity. Dive and snorkel gear for all passengers is included in the charter. All four boats in the Big Island Divers fleet are equipped for both diving and snorkeling. Whether your group is entirely made up of divers, entirely snorkelers, or a mix of both, the crew can tailor the outing to suit everyone. This flexibility makes private charters a practical option for groups with varying experience levels or preferences.
Beyond snorkeling and scuba diving, Big Island Divers private charters can be booked for nighttime manta ray tours, whale watching, and scenic coastline tours along the Big Island. The experience is customizable based on what your group wants to do on the water. Because the charter is exclusive to your party, the itinerary can be shaped around your group's interests rather than a fixed schedule. Duration ranges from 3 to 12 hours, giving you flexibility to plan a short outing or a longer full-day adventure. Keep in mind that wildlife such as mantas and whales are wild animals, and their presence cannot be guaranteed.
Big Island Divers requires at least two weeks' notice to receive a full refund on a private charter cancellation. If you cancel within two weeks of your scheduled departure time, no refund will be issued, regardless of the reason for cancellation. The two-week window is calculated precisely from your charter's scheduled start time. For example, a charter beginning at 8am on January 17th must be canceled by 8am HST on January 3rd to qualify for a full refund. Big Island Divers encourages as much advance notice as possible if your plans change.
Private charters with Big Island Divers accommodate groups of up to 22 passengers, depending on the boat selected. Smaller groups of 7 or more can be served by the Moana Lu'u, while the largest vessels handle up to 22 guests comfortably. The fleet includes four boats sized for different group needs. The Moana Lu'u fits 7-11 guests, the Moana Olapa holds 12-15, and both the Honu Iki and Kahanuola accommodate 14-22 passengers. Choosing the right boat for your group size will also affect the hourly rate, so it helps to have a headcount ready when you call to finalize your booking details.
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