Beach Snorkel at Black Sand Lagoon with Turtles
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Experience overview
The brackish water bays and lagoons around scenic Hilo are home to a wide variety of abundant sea life. Your local, experienced snorkel guide will teach you how the black sand beaches and volcanic islands are made as well as other fascinating facts about your lush surroundings. Grab your goggles and look below the water's surface and discover an underwater world teeming with colorful corals, eels, eagle and manta rays and so much more! This area is well known for its large population of sea turtles and dizzying array of tropical reef fish. New to snorkeling? Not a problem! Your expertly trained guide will teach you the basics and be with you every step of the way to ensure your safety and comfort. Children are also welcome to participate and will be introduced to Mother Nature in a most spectacular way. This half-day, small group tour includes 2 snorkeling stops, island snacks and juices, and memories that will last a lifetime. Sign up today. Please Note: Guests must be able to swim in the open ocean unassisted. Sea Turtles are wild animals, therefore we cannot guarantee turtle sightings. Lastly, a release of liability must be signed by all participants before taking this tour. The minimum age for all guests is 8 years old with the exception of the Fishing Charters where the minimum age is 12 years. All guests must provide their height, weight, and shoe size prior to the tour.
Duration
3
Activity level
Moderate
Tour style
Snorkeling
Group size
Small
Food and beverages
Local snacks, juices, and water are included.
Departure point
An approximately 5 to 10-minute taxi (not included, approximately $8 to $30 US each way) is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
Recommended dress
We recommend wearing comfortable, weather appropriate clothing over a swimsuit and sturdy walking shoes. Remember to bring sunglasses, sunblock and your beach towel from the ship. If you wish you may also bring a change of clothes for after tour.
Restrictions
This tour takes place mostly in the open ocean outside the protection of Hilo Bay and requires a moderate level of physical fitness. Conditions can vary, with waves, wind, and rain possible. Guests must be able to get in and out of the boat independently and swim unassisted in the open ocean. Participants who cannot swim must bring their own life jacket or rent one from the tour operator to safely participate. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in the water at all times. For safety reasons, this tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties, recent injuries, back or neck problems, or those who are pregnant, and it is not wheelchair accessible.
Information required for this tour
Please separately list the name of each individual along with their corresponding Height, Weight (lbs), Shoe Size and Age. For Example: Jane Doe - 5'2, 140 lbs, 7.5 US, 31 John Doe - 6'1, 200 lbs, 12 US, 35
Worldway will collect and verify all mandatory supplier options before any confirmed booking.
