Bottlenose dolphins are well known as the intelligent and charismatic stars of many aquarium shows. Their curved mouths give the appearance of a friendly, permanent smile, and they can be trained to perform complex tricks. They are usually seen in smaller pods or groups of less than 10 individuals. Intelligent and high up on the oceanic food chain, dolphins are found to engage in playful activities including bow riding where they surf in front of a boat or even a whale’s bow wave. With C Hawk we frequently see dolphins on our excursions and love to educate our guests on their important role in Hawaii. While we have been able to swim around or interact with dolphins closely, recent changes in law require us to observe dolphins from a distance.
From the months of November through April, our warm tropical waters are home to the North Pacific stock of Humpback whales.
The Aukai I. was designed and built in 2012 by R&B boats in Eugene, OR. The concept of our boat is to provide our cut bait("chunking" or "mooching") fisherman with plenty of desk space. The large deck is complimented with large fish/ice hold, 12 rod holders, bait cutting table, shade area, and all the tackle. The captain's helm is complimented with GPS, radar and fish finder.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You will have the boat exclusively. You can bring up to six passengers.
We depart daily from the world famous Honokohau Harbor on the Kona Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. We meet at the pier/boat ramp just North of the restrooms. See map below or follow our directions.
We offer two time slots for our trips: a morning charter lasting 5 hours and an afternoon charter lasting 4 hours. We also offer upgrades or all-day bookings if you are interested. We cater to your trip preferences and interests. Whether you want to snorkel and view wildlife all day or enjoy a mix of activities, we can accommodate your wishes. Just select your preference when you book your trip, and we'll do our best to make your adventure unforgettable!
Honokohau Harbor - Kailua-Kona, HI