The answer to this question really depends on where you’re staying and what it is you want to do while you’re here. You don’t absolutely have to have a car - land tours are a great way to see the island for those who choose to go without - but most visitors find it advantageous to have one. This is “The Big Island” after all.

When there is an active eruption or active lava flow - it is either at or in the vicinity of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, which is located on the South end of the island, about 95 miles from Kona.

Lately, the volcano has been on again, off again, so the best answer I can give is, sometimes yes.. sometimes no.

For information on what is happening at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, I recommend visiting the USGS website at:

https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/science/eruption-information

or the National Park Service website at:

https://www.nps.gov/havo/planyourvisit/lava2.htm

The big island has some amazing beaches. Many are on the Kohala Coast about 45 minutes North of Kona. The most popular of these is Hapuna Beach State Park. Boasting soft white sands and turquoise waters, it has been recognized as one of the best beaches in the US. There are a few smaller beaches closer to Kona, but Hapuna, in addition to being one of the most scenic beaches, is also one of the largest with plenty of parking and easy access.

Yes, you can book almost all of your tours and activities through My Kona Trip.

Body Glove snorkel, dinner and whale watch cruises can be booked by using the links provided on this website. Entering promo code:danleis can save you 10% on most Body Glove catamaran fares.

You can also book these and other tours and activities such as manta ray snorkel tours, helicopter tours, land tours, luaus and more by calling (808) 896-1690*.

*calls will be answered/returned between 8am and 8pm HST

It is always a good idea to book your tours and activities in advance when possible. The main and perhaps most obvious reason for booking in advance is availability - the sooner you book, the better the availability will be. This is especially true if you are coming during peak season and/or if you are planning on doing more than one tour or activity while you are here.

The answer in most cases is, “No… transportation will not be provided.” In most cases you will have to provide your own transportation.

Almost all tours and activities that include meals are able to accommodate anyone who is vegan, vegetarian and/or gluten free, as well as anyone with food allergies provided enough notice is given. If you have dietary restrictions of any kind, it is best to book your tours and activities as far in advance as possible.

This will depend on the tour or activity. For snorkel tours: swimsuits and towels, for land tours: close-toed shoes, for helicopter tours: dark colored clothing. These are only a few examples. This information is usually provided in confirmation emails for the tours and activities you have booked, so be sure to read them carefully as they will provide most of the information you need, as well as answer many of the questions you have.

It’s okay to cancel provided you do so with enough notice. Be sure to read any confirmation emails you receive as these will include important information about the tour or activity, including the company’s cancellation policy. For a full refund, most companies require 24 or 48 hours advance notice. Cancellations made after that point may receive a partial or even no refund.

When it is time for your Body Glove cruise, we have free parking available at our retail store which is located at 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.

Once your car is parked, or if you will be on foot and don’t need to park a car, you will walk out onto the Kailua Pier which is located at the north end of Ali’i Drive in downtown Kailua-Kona near the Courtyard Marriott hotel.

You will check-in at the boat (Kanoa II or Kona Explorer) by giving the name that you booked your cruise under.

Check-in starts 30 minutes prior to departure time.

Kanoa II (“The Body Glove Boat”): holds 149 passengers - we take 85-90 so that it never gets crowded and there is plenty of room for everyone.

Kona Explorer: holds 26 passengers - we take 24.

Yes.

Our catamaran has three large marine bathrooms on the lower deck and two standing fresh water showers at the stern.

Our super raft has one small marine bathroom and a hose that can be used for a refreshing rinse.

Yes. Our CATAMARAN (KANOA II) is able to accommodate all wheelchairs as well as manual and electric scooters. The lower deck is fully accessible including tables and restrooms.

Unfortunately, our super raft (Kona Explorer) is not able to accommodate wheelchairs.

Limited handicap parking is available on the Kailua Pier and passes are issued on a first come first serve basis. Please call [808] 896-1690 to confirm availability of these spaces before booking your cruise and remember to travel with your handicapped parking placard as it will need to be displayed while parked here.

A few different variety of dolphin live in our waters year round which means there is an excellent chance of seeing them on any Body Glove cruise.

Whale sightings are guaranteed on Body Glove whale watch cruises. If whales are not seen on your whale watch cruise, you may go again for free.

For more information call (808) 896-1690*

*calls will be answered/returned between 8am and 8pm HST

Yes. Life vests are available.

Yes. Prescription lens masks are available from -1.5 to -7.0 at no additional charge.

Yes. You may bring your own snorkel gear. Please note, however, that snorkel gear will be provided on snorkel tours and most snorkel tour providers prohibit the use of full-face snorkel masks due to safety concerns.

No. There is no dress code. You may come casual or you can dress it up a bit and come in aloha attire. What you wear is up to you.

The temperature can drop a few degrees once the sun goes down, so some may want to bring a light sweater or jacket.

In a word, yes.

To see the menu visit:

https://www.bodyglovehawaii.com/menu/