Private Charters in Kona, Hawaii

Kona Private Charter Experts

Book the entire boat for your group and design the day on the water that you actually want — snorkeling, manta rays, wildlife, sunset, or all of it. Fully private, fully customizable, and limited to your group only. Mid-Pacific Tours.

What Is a Kona Private Charter?

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A private charter is an exclusive, fully customizable boat tour reserved entirely for your group — no shared passengers, no fixed itinerary, and no compromises. Mid-Pacific Tours operates private charters aboard our well-maintained Zodiac, accommodating up to 6 guests, with a flexible departure time and a custom itinerary built around your interests and the day's conditions. Private charter guests can choose from any combination of experiences we offer: reef snorkeling at Kona's best sites, a manta ray night snorkel, open-ocean wildlife viewing, dolphin encounters, whale watching (seasonal), a sunset cruise, or simply a relaxed afternoon on the water. Our experienced crew — Samantha and Cliff, the company founders — personally guide every private charter, bringing their marine science backgrounds and years of local knowledge directly to your group.

Why Book a Private Charter in Kona?

 Snorkeling Tours

Private charters offer a level of flexibility, exclusivity, and personalization that simply isn't possible on shared tours — even small ones. Your group sets the pace, chooses the focus, and experiences Kona's waters on your own terms. This makes private charters ideal for families with young children who need more flexibility, couples celebrating special occasions, groups with mixed experience levels, avid underwater photographers who want more time at specific sites, and anyone who simply values having the full attention of the crew. At Mid-Pacific Tours, private charters are our most profitable offering because guests consistently report that the experience exceeded their expectations — and because Samantha and Cliff invest fully in making every private trip memorable. Whether it's a honeymoon excursion, a family reunion on the water, or a solo traveler who wants the best possible day in Kona, a private charter delivers.

When Should You Book a Private Charter?

 Snorkeling Tours

Private charters are available year-round and can be booked for morning, midday, or evening departures depending on the activities included. Manta ray private charters depart at sunset. We strongly recommend booking private charters well in advance — especially during peak travel months — as availability is limited and dates fill quickly. Private charters are particularly well-suited for honeymoons and anniversaries, family trips with children of varying ages, group celebrations and special occasions, travelers who want to combine multiple experiences in one trip, and photography enthusiasts who want undivided guide attention and extended time at top sites.

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The Process

Our Simple 3 Step Process

Contact Us

Start by completing the 'Book Services Now' form on our website to share your needs with us so we can take care of you.

Schedule Your Tour

Next we'll confirm your booking and lock in a date and departure time that works for your group. We'll send you everything you need to know before arrival — what to bring, where to meet us, and what to expect on the water.

Enjoy the Ocean

Show up, gear up, and let us take care of the rest. Our expert guides handle everything from safety briefings to in-water narration — all you have to do is dive in and enjoy one of Kona's most unforgettable ocean experiences.

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Sun: 7:00am - 4:00pm

Mon: 7:00am - 4:00pm

Tue: 7:00am - 4:00pm

Wed: 7:00am - 4:00pm

Thu: 7:00am - 4:00pm

Fri: 7:00am - 4:00pm

Sat: 7:00am - 4:00pm