Captain Zodiac – Pelagic Wildlife Excursion

Set course along the volcanic Kona shoreline aboard a powerful Zodiac Hurricane, the same style of rigid-hull inflatable favored by Navy SEALs. Your naturalist captain keeps watch for the 17 resident whale and dolphin species that frequent these deep Pacific waters, while Hawaiian monk seals, sea turtles and soaring seabirds add surprise cameos to the ocean safari.

With luck, ideal conditions may allow a detour to a secluded reef, so wear your swimsuit in case the crew invites you to slip into the clear blue and snorkel among coral and tropical fish. Whether you stay dry on deck or dive in, the morning promises close-up wildlife encounters and sweeping photo backdrops you will replay long after returning to shore.

Tour Highlights

• Cruise along the Kona coast and observe a wide variety of marine wildlife
• Plenty of great photo opportunities

Tour Inclusions

• If snorkeling is possible the day of your trip (good ocean conditions), snorkel gear will be provided