Come join our crew aboard Winona’s spacious 50’ deck for a sailing and snorkeling adventure. While motoring to one of our secluded snorkel sites along the Kohala Coast, our helpful staff will provide instructions and then equip you with all you need for a spectacular snorkeling experience. Once you’re geared up for snorkeling, we’ll lower our “Stairway to the Sea” directly into the ocean for easy access.
We offer everyone a safety vest to help keep your experience both safe and fun!
Our healthy reefs offer hundreds of species of fish, graceful sea turtles and a variety of marine life for you to explore. View boards with windows for the non-snorkeler and young children are also available.
For you sunbathers in the group, you are free to lounge on board and soak in some rays while our staff serves up cold drinks and snacks. Alcohol will be served to those who are done with snorkeling and swimming for the day.
Once everyone has had their fill, we hoist up the sails and enjoy a leisurely sail back along our pristine coastline.
All Snorkel Activities Include:We have prescription masks available, as well as extra small and extra large fin sizes. Our experienced crew provides instruction.
“Boogie” boards with glass viewing area and leash, great for young children and beginning snorkelers!
- Vest Style Floatation Device
Referred to as Snorkel Vests, they can be inflated and deflated to fit your level of comfort. They are thin and lightweight, making them comfortable for snorkeling. Full life vests are available upon request.
- Towels are Provided for Your Convenience and Comfort
- Safety Briefing and Marine Life and Reef Orientation
Given by our knowledgeable staff to teach you some fun facts about our unique coastline and its inhabitants. The crew is available throughout your trip to answer any questions you may have.
- Marine Life Books and Cards….
Are available for you to view on board. These colorful resources can help you identify those beautiful creatures you’ve seen during your snorkel adventure.
If you would like a special keepsake of your group’s event, let us know. We can arrange professional video services (above and below the surface) for your group at an additional cost.
Sunset Sail
Join us for a relaxing sail along the beautiful Kohala Coast of the Big Island! Let our crew pamper you with unlimited cocktails and mouth watering pupus. Enjoy unbeatable views of the Kohala Mountains, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, Hualalai and Maui’s famous Haleakala.
As the sun finishes its descent below the distant horizon, the changing colors of sky, mountain and water make for spectacular photos and powerful memories. Let us share our tropical paradise with you as you soak up the peace of the Pacific at Sunset!
This 2 hour sail includes: beer, wine, juice, soda, cocktails from our full open bar and light pupus: fresh fruits, vegetable crudite, cheese & crackers.
Whale WatchingCome aboard Winona to relax and enjoy the Humpback Whales, Hawaii’s State Marine Mammal. The Humpbacks are an endangered species that travel to Hawaii from the North Pacific waters off Alaska each winter to breed.
The Kohala Coast of the Big Island is a Marine Mammal Sanctuary and provides these animals a warm and safe environment to give birth and tend to their young. It also offers us a unique opportunity to witness a variety of dramatic behaviors, from tail slapping and head lunges, to full breaches out of the water. These spectacular 40-ton visitors are here from December to April.
Cruises are offered seasonally and are an hour and a half long. Light snacks, beer, wine and soft drinks are included.
The whales will provide you with memories to last a lifetime!
Scheduling Details:
Afternoon Whale Watch Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
Activity Times 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM & 2:00PM – 3:30PM
Morning Whale Watch on Mondays
Activity Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Activity includes: water, juices, soda, beer, wine and dry snacks of assorted chips, salsa and party mix.