Beach Snorkel - Sea Turtle and Black Sand Lagoon

Summary

Ever seen a black sand beach? Swam in a lagoon full of sea turtles? Join us on a fully guided and narrated beach snorkel tour along our pristine Hilo coastline! Our volcanic beaches are renowned for their abundant sea turtle population, and our brackish water bays and lagoons are home to a wealth of sea life including octopus, eagle and manta rays, eels, corals, and tropical reef fish! Your experienced snorkel guide will teach you about the beautiful and lush surroundings, how our beaches and volcanic islands are made, and about the abundant marine world below. First time snorkelers and children are welcome! 

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Discover a world of marine science and one of the best snorkeling spots in the Hilo region at this family-friendly beach park. The only black-sand beach in the Hilo region provides relaxed swimming, sheltered rock pools for beautiful snorkeling and excellent surfing. Lava from Mauna Kea has formed a natural seawall at Richardson Ocean Park, making it a sheltered beach that is perfect snorkeling with giant sea turtles, monk seals and abundant sea life. Rock pools that fill at high tide make for shallow, detached swimming holes at low tide. Snorkel in the pools, without the stress of swell or currents.  

What’s included?

  • Professionally Trained Snorkel Guide

  • Rental Gear

  • Snacks

  • Bottled water

  • Use of Snorkelling equipment

  • Gratuities

  • Pickup and Drop Off outside of our two designated locations

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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About operator:

Hilo Ocean Adventures is a family-friendly, safe, and exciting scuba diving store right in Hilo. With a strong commitment to fun, Hilo Ocean Adventures provides scuba certifications and dive tours in all the favorite shore spots- and more! We also have the only Dive/Snorkel boat in Hilo!! Whether to purchase some new gear, to fill a tank, or check the shore report, we can't wait to meet you!

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