Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

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About this activity

Set sail on the west coast of Hawaii Island for a 3-hour cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument for dinner, as a local historian shares stories and legends of the sites you will see along the way. First cocktail is on the house! Listen in to live Hawaiian music and enjoy a magnificent sunset as you sail back to Kona. Don’t forget your camera and keep an eye out for dolphins and seasonal whales.

Menu:

Local Baby Spinach, Rincon Farms Strawberries, Big Island Feta Cheese, Candied Macadamia nuts with a Waimea Strawberry Vinaigrette (GF)

Sea Salt–Brined Roasted Airline Chicken

Served with red mashed potatoes, a Hamakua mushroom and roasted garlic Marsala demi-glace, sautéed spinach and mushrooms,

and a warm coconut dinner roll with butter

Vegetarian Option: Thai Coconut Curry with Hamakua Sweet Potatoes, Hawaiian Breadfruit, Carrots, & Bell Peppers (Vegan/GF) and Steamed Jasmine Rice (Vegan/GF) Must be requested 48 hours in advance.

Dessert: Chocolate Torte with Raspberry Topping

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 85 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Body Glove Cruises

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Live entertainment
Included: Free parking 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740-about a one block walk away from the pier.
Included: Dinner
Included: Live commentary on board
Included: Beverages

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase - 1 complimentary drink included)
Not included: Guests must provide their own transportation to the Kailua Kona Pier.

Itinerary

Kailua Pier

30 min

Boarding is 30 minutes prior to departure. Guests are greeted with Island Style Pupus (Appetizers), a complimentary cocktail, Historical Narration and live Hawaiian style music.
Kealakekua Bay

3 hours

Cruise 24 miles round trip along Kona's Gold Coast learning Hawaiian history, stories, and legends. The narrator will point out many landmarks along the way to Kealakekua Bay that are not visible from land. The narration concludes upon arrival to the bay and dinner is served. The cruise back to the Kailua Pier features live Hawaiian style music, gorgeous vistas of the Kona coastline and sunset.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

All cruises board 30 minutes prior to departure. 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 (Ilima Court Shopping Center) is the address for Body Glove Cruises main office where the closest free parking is located. Guests must walk one block to the Kailua Kona Pier for boarding.

End point

All cruises board 30 minutes prior to departure. 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 (Ilima Court Shopping Center) is the address for Body Glove Cruises main office where the closest free parking is located. Guests must walk one block to the Kailua Kona Pier for boarding.

Using your ticket

Bring a light jacket

Arrive 30 minutes prior to departure time for boarding. Refunds will not be provided for late arrivals. Please allow yourself enough time to make the 5-7 minute walk from the parking lot to the Kailua Pier.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Gluten free, vegan or vegetarian dietary meal requests must be called into 800-551-8911 48 hours prior to the cruise date.
This adventure is on Hawaii Island in Kailua Kona.
Liability waiver must be completed by all guests prior to boarding.
Hotel pick-up is not available.