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Fair Wind Cruises

Fair Wind Cruises

Experience eco-friendly snorkeling along the stunning South Kona Coast, with a focus on Hawaiian culture, sustainability, and delicious local cuisine.

OUR EXPERIENCES
Fair Wind Cruises has been family-owned & operated since 1971. We offer eco-friendly & award-winning snorkel cruises along the South Kona Coast. Experience memories of a lifetime snorkeling along the Kona Coast, while learning about Hawaiian culture during your cruise. Our daily cruise destinations include historic Kealakekua Bay, areas along the remote South Kona Coast, and Manta Ray Village in Keauhou Bay.

ABOUT US
Our mission at Fair Wind is to malama (care for) the islands and world we live in, from fostering mindful experiences with our guests to promoting conscious operational initiatives, at Fair Wind, we embrace environmental kuleana (responsibility) and leadership, to inspire pono (righteous) solutions for healthier coral reefs, oceans, and the planet as a whole.

OUR IMPACT
Fair Wind Cruises is dedicated to conducting responsible business practices and implementing sustainable initiatives whenever possible. In 2007, Fair Wind Cruises recognized the need to reduce waste and took the initiative to implement recycling programs for cardboard, aluminum, and plastics. The following year, the company went a step further by composting all food and green waste on its company farm, resulting in nutrient-rich compost used to grow produce served on its cruises. In 2009, Fair Wind Cruises transitioned the engines in all of its vessels to utilize biodiesel fuel, resulting in a 93% reduction in CO2 emissions. Fair Wind Cruises has eliminated single-use plastics on its snorkel tours and now offers biodegradable or reusable bamboo serving products, significantly reducing waste to the landfill as these materials are also composted on our farm. The company also values education and has trained naturalists on all of its cruises to teach guests about safe snorkeling and interaction with the coral reef and marine life. Complimentary, reef-safe mineral sunscreen is provided to all guests and crew. Most recently, Fair Wind Cruises has broadened its commitment to a sustainable future by switching to 100% plant-based meals consisting of delicious whole foods, the majority of which are indigenous to the Hawaiian way of life. The company sources fresh, locally produced foods whenever possible, much of which is organically grown on its family farm. Fair Wind Cruises is Sustainable Tourism Certifed by Hawaii EcoTourism Association.

DETAILS
To learn more, contact: aloha@fair-wind.com

What are your minimum and maximum group sizes?
20-90

Do you require visitors to pre-book?
Yes

Do you have group rates?
Yes

Do you pay commissions to travel advisors?
Yes

What languages do you offer your services in?
English, Hawaiian on select tours

When are you open?
Open Every Day. Monday-Sunday 8am-5pm