Went whale watching first charter of season, 12/22/25, got plenty of action!…read moreSpouts, humpbacks and tails too. Crew dropped a mic in water and listened to singing whales! Gorgeous sunset was a bonus! Kids were enthralled! Capt Ty and Mo & Jessa were the best crew! So much information wrapped up in excitement, and music, mahalo! Can't wait to fish, dive, whale watch, snorkel & hang out with Kohala Divers again!! Da Hess Ohana

Kohala Divers provides a first rate experience! We booked a two stop guided snorkel trip for two…read moreadults + teen and were delighted by the day. Captain Tai, Mo, Kay, Gordon and all the staff were welcoming, knowledgeable and worked together seamlessly. Highly recommend!

We will definitely dive with Jess and Mike again when we're in Hawai'i. Jess is an incredible…read moreguide, pointing out rare and endemic species, giving info on her underwater slate during the dive, and sharing her excitement for marine biology during top-side briefings. Both bring significant dive experience to the tours. What a beautiful time we had!

My sister and I just spent two days diving with Jess and Mike. We sing their highest praises! We…read morehave been scuba diving all around the world, and Liquid Cosmos is the most thorough, professional, informative, and safe dive operation we have ever encountered. Small groups, custom-tailored dive boat, and excellent equipment also added to our wonderful experience. Big thank you to Jess and Mike!

Captain Greg & first mate Zac made our day exceptional, memorable and totally fun!…read moreSpinner dolphins, flying fish, neon needle fish were just the tease......landed two great Mahi!! Was my 3rd trip out, twice diving......Kohala Divers & Siren Sportfishing are the B E S T! Big Mahalo from Hess family

We are so thankful we found Greg and Siren Sportfishing…read more Greg and team exemplify all the important qualities that make them the best fishing charter in the area: knowledgable, thoughtful, passionate, accommodating and professional. I've chartered fishing boats out of multiple harbors on Hawai'i over the past 6 years, and we've found Siren Sportfishing to be the best. First, knowledgable - Greg and his crew are extremely well prepared and his extensive experience fishing North and South Kohala areas gives him the ability to find fish (if they are biting)! He has an exceptional understanding of the currents, underwater topology, and behaviors of local fish to find the right place. Second, thoughtful - Depending on what your group is like and what you want to go after, Greg has a plan that maximizes your fun, and your goals for the charter. Third accommodating - Greg and his crew are kind, helpful, and fun to be on the water with. They are flexible and adaptive based on how everyone on the boat is doing - if they want to go in to catch smaller bottom fish for the keiki or troll for something bigger. Updating reservations is easy , and they are extremely responsive before and after your charter. Siren's policy currently is to let you keep one of the fish caught and are accommodating to make sure you have fresh fish for your family when you head home (assuming you caught something). Overall, a great operation, and highly recommended.

Such a fun day out with Chad and Brian. We caught an Ono and the sashimi was so fresh. They both…read moreknew so much about the water, wildlife and the island. Definitely will book again. Mahalo!

Captain Chad the man!…read more We went out for my birthday and wanted a private boat and a customizable tour. Chad was able to customize our day with all my favorite things- fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, and dolphins! We caught an ono and he even filleted it for us! Not only was the boat just what we were looking for, the crew was 10/10 and reasonably priced!

We went whale watching & we saw whales! Capt Kiliko &…read moreMorgan were super chill & made the experience memorable. We were kindly greeted at the pier with a quick safety briefing. Our highlight was seeing two whale tails next to each other at the same time. Really enjoyed our trip with them.

Feb 2026 - Based on my experience, I urge you to consider not doing business with this company…read more They appear to value revenue over the safety and comfort of their customers. Due to hazardous weather conditions, the tour we were on should never have left the harbor. Not only were the ocean wave conditions reported by the coast guard to be clearly dangerous, the driving hard rain made the conditions completely unacceptable not only for safety reasons but for customer comfort. Despite my several attempts to point this out to the staff answering the phone one day prior to the tour as well as the captain of the boat prior to departure, they blocked my attempts to reschedule or refund the trip in spite of coast guard and national weather service small craft warnings, beach closures and other tour operators canceling their tours under the same conditions. After waves broke over the bow of this small craft, the captain aborted the tour and turned around. After an unusually leisurely return to the dock, I called and asked for a refund. Later we were told based on our return time, we had received the full tour and a refund would not be issued. After escalating our concern, a senior member of the company emailed us and said we would be issued a full refund. Over six weeks later they have still not issued us a refund. We had to file a dispute with our credit card company.

Our Waikoloa Scouts Troop and families went on our annual whale watch on March 8 aboard Sea Smoke…read morewith Ocean Sports, and after doing this outing for more than 9 years, I can honestly say this was one of the best trips yet. We had about 30 Scouts and family members join us, and the whales absolutely showed up! We saw pods everywhere, tail slaps, and even a full breach. The highlight was when a humpback surfaced about 10 yards from the boat, giving the kids a once-in-a-lifetime moment. The crew also dropped the hydrophone, allowing everyone to hear the whales singing underwater, which was an incredible learning experience for the Scouts. Moments like that truly connect our youth with the ocean and the amazing wildlife here in Hawaiʻi. Ocean Sports continues to impress us every year. Booking was easy, waivers were handled electronically, check-in was smooth, parking simple, and the hospitality from the crew was outstanding. They were knowledgeable, welcoming, and fantastic with the kids. Mahalo to the entire Sea Smoke crew for sharing the ocean with us and helping create such an unforgettable adventure for our Scouts and families. Your aloha spirit and professionalism make this trip something we look forward to every year. Highly recommend Ocean Sports whale watch tours!

The staff were very very nice and helpful. The trip was peaceful and so beautiful! The ocean was…read morevery, very rough! But the staff still kept our drinks coming and with a smile. I was apprehensive about getting on the boats, but it was super easy. You will walk in the water a little bit so I don't recommend long pants or shoes. We wore shorts and flip flops and it was perfect. Loved that they give a Kama'aina discount! We'll go again during whale season! Very enjoyable, relaxing, beautiful experience.

Great time with SueLang and crew. Truly an environmentally conscious sunset sail with our family…read more Even a stop for a quick dip in the soft waters of the Kohala Coast. We will definitely go back on our return trips to the Island. Mahalo

Unfortunately, I can't review the actual tour, since we didn't get to take it due to a bit of a…read morerare swell in the ocean. What I can review is the communication with the company, or, rather, lack thereof. From the time that I booked the tour in October of 2019 throug our scheduled tour time in December of 2019, I made multiple attempts, through email and by phone, to contact the company for a couple of questions. None of my emails were ever replied to and none of my calls were ever returned. The most upsetting of all was the day of our scheduled tour. We were staying on Hilo side of the island, which meant that we had to get up and ready to leave our accommodations at 6a to get to the meeting spot by 7:30. We arrived around 7:45, waited til 8 for our crew to arrive. No one did. I emailed and called to get a response. Neither of which were answered at all (still 24 hours later, at the time of this review). After talking with a people that were there, it was obvious that the tour had been canceled for the ocean conditions. What is not understandable is why we were never given the courtesy of notification that it had been canceled prior to us making the drive over. The only communication we received was a email reminder of our scheduled tour the day before. And just got an email saying "thanks for joining us, please post a review " Looks like the only communication from this company is automated response...

Keona was amazing! We did the the underwater scooter and it was sooooo fun! I have Lived on island…read morefor 10 years and very versed in snorkeling and diving and the scooters were a great new experience I would highly recommend. Good vibes, fun times and knowledgeable operators! Can't wait to come out again! Cheeeeehooooooo! Do it y'all. You won't be disappointed!

Went on an excursion and rented equipment from Ona, the experience was amazing. Once in a lifetime…read more We hiked to a secluded beach, no one was around, we paddled and snorkeled. Ona is extremely knowledgeable about the ocean, and the culture in Hawaii. She showed me how to use the equipment properly, and I felt completely safe. I rented a paddle board for a week there after. The equipment was flawless, she was amazing and I was able to contact her at any time with questions and suggestions. I wold absolutely rent and go on another excursion with her.

We had a great experience on our snorkeling trip! We even saw a few whales. We would definitely…read morebook again.

My husband and I booked the Shaka Lux for our anniversary and we had such a great time. Awesome…read moreservice, catered to exactly how you want to spend your day. They provided lots of fresh fruit to snack on and sushi for lunch, make sure to accommodate my gluten and dairy allergies. Snorkeling was on our own time and we could to explore reefs/beaches--it really is a custom experience. It really is an above and beyond experience that I hope I get to do again!

We went out with Nicole this past weekend and had a great time. Saw a lot of whales and dolphins…read moreand what you get from Nicole is her depth of understanding of the sea, the animals, the environment and her wealth of sustainability knowledge. My 11 y.o. son was captivated, had so much fun and learned a ton. The boat is very nice with cushy seats at the bow and at the rear and a shade for when it's sunny. Nicole and the captain made us comfortable right away. 1:1 focus is something you don't get with larger boats/tour groups. Book with Nicole when you want to get out to see the beauty and the bounty of the sea and learn about how you can be a steward of our kai and 'aina.

We went on a whale watching trip w this company. It was A+. Luxurious boat perfect for a small…read moregroup and an amazing tour guide. Nicole is an oceanographer and is SO knowledgeable about the sea and it's creatures. We saw a ton of whales and it was one of the best things I've ever done!