Ocean Rider is a seahorse farm and marine conservation attraction at 73-4388 Ilikai Place in Kailua-Kona on Hawaiʻi’s Big Island. Guided tours explain how seahorses are bred and the pressures facing wild populations, with tanks showing the animals at different stages of life. You can watch feeding and, on some tour options, handle a seahorse. Weedy seadragons and other marine life add to the visit. The tour is educational for families, and the facility has wheelchair-accessible entry, seating and restrooms.
What the tour covers
Ocean Rider’s guided visit focuses on seahorses and the farm’s breeding work. The tour explains how farmed seahorses differ from wild ones and introduces the steps involved in raising them. Tanks show animals at different ages, giving the visit a clear life-cycle focus.
The guides share information about threats to seahorses and efforts to protect their populations. Feeding opportunities add a closer look at the animals, and Weedy Seadragons are among the other marine creatures you may see.
Hands-on options and access
Some tour options include more interaction, with an opportunity to hold a seahorse. Check the details of the tour you book to confirm what is included. Children can use step stools to get a better view into the tanks; the visit can also include feeding tilapia and seeing a tidal pool.
The site has wheelchair-accessible parking, an entrance, seating and restrooms. On-site parking is available. Tours are held at 73-4388 Ilikai Place in Kailua-Kona.
Perguntas frequentes
Do you need to book Ocean Rider in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended because tour spaces can fill quickly.
Can you hold a seahorse at Ocean Rider?
Some tour options include a chance to hold one. Check the tour details when booking.
Is Ocean Rider accessible?
The site has wheelchair-accessible parking, an entrance, seating and restrooms.
