Craft Your Dream Big Island Adventure with Our Exclusive Private Boat Charters

on the North Kona, Waikoloa, Kohala Coast

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Create Your Big Island Experience with Our Tailored Private Boat Tours

Our private charters are designed for those seeking a fully personalized day on the water, shaped entirely around your interests and the conditions of the Kohala Coast. With the boat reserved exclusively for your group, we’re free to move at your pace, explore farther, and adapt the experience in real time. Guided by a knowledgeable, conservation-minded crew, each charter emphasizes thoughtful exploration, safety, and a deeper connection to HawaiĘ»i’s coastal and marine environment. This is a flexible, unhurried way to experience the ocean, intentional, immersive, and entirely your own.


Choose Your Adventure

  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Photography tours (underwater and above water)
  • Coastline cruise
  • Sunset cruise


Tailor-made Itinerary
Explore hidden underwater worlds on secluded scuba dives, discover vibrant coral reefs teeming with life on unforgettable snorkeling tours, or witness majestic marine life encounters with dolphins, turtles, and more. As the sun dips below the horizon, relax on a tranquil sunset cruise, soaking in the breathtaking beauty of the Big Island.

Family-Friendly Fun

We cater to families with children ages 5 and up! Life jackets, snorkeling gear, and expert guidance are provided to ensure everyone has a safe and fun-filled adventure. Create lasting memories as you explore the wonders of the Big Island together.


Discover Paradise Without the Crowds
Venture beyond the tourist hotspots and discover the Kohala coast. Imagine swimming in crystal-clear waters alongside colorful fish, only with your chosen companions. Our private charters grant you the freedom to explore the Big Island’s secret gems at your own pace, ensuring a tranquil and personal experience.

Customize Your Private Boat Charter:
Select from our range of activities tailored to provide you with the ultimate experience in privacy and comfort:


  • Secluded Scuba Dives: Explore hidden underwater paradises away from the busy tourist spots, surrounded by vibrant marine life.
  • Unforgettable Snorkeling: Discover hidden coves teeming with coral reefs and colorful fish.
  • Wildlife Encounters: Keep your eyes peeled for marine mammals, turtles, and seabirds, and other wonders of the Big Island's marine life.
  • Photography Tours (Underwater & Above Water): Capture stunning memories above and below the waves.
  • Coastline Cruise: Soak in the breathtaking beauty of the Big Island.
  • Tranquil Sunset Cruises: Witness breathtaking sunsets as you cruise along the scenic coastline in complete privacy.
  • Blackwater Dive
    Experience the world's largest daily migration, deep sea critters coming up to the surface to feed at night.


Book Your Charter

Boat Charter Details

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$1950 private charter

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Passenger capacity: 6

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Kawaihae Harbor South Boat Ramp (directions)

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Included: snorkel gear, snacks, water

Scuba gear for rent: BC, regulator, dive computer, wetsuit, mask, fins - $50.

We have a 48 hour cancellation policy. If cancelling within 48 hours, no refunds but there is the ability to re-schedule for a different date.

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We donate 1% from each charter to ocean conservation.