Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

4.9 (249 reviews) 5 hours Free cancellation

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249 reviews

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Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Historical narration from captain along the shore line — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Skim across the waves on an exciting Big Island Zodiac tour to Kealakekua Bay, site of the Captain Cook monument and Hawaii's finest marine sanctuary. Snorkel with a rainbow of tropical fish among beautiful coral gardens in the bay's clear, crystal waters. Enjoy the delightful picnic snack provided before you head out again. Our Zodiac rafts allow us to hug the shoreline and get into areas where other boats can't. Join us to explore vast sea caves, lava tubes and the rugged beauty of the coastline.

Nature and Wildlife Tours Snorkeling Whale Watching Rafting On the Water Dolphin Watching Swimming Sea Caving

At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 112 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Captain Zodiac

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Extra time to view resident marine mammals like dolphins and whales
Included: Snorkel masks, fins and flotation devices
Included: Reef Safe Sunscreen available in the office before the trip
Included: Snack on chips, cookies, soft drinks and water
Included: Turkey sandwiches (vegan and vegetarian upon request)
Included: We no longer offer single use plastic bottles, please bring a reusable water bottle

Not included

Not included: Hotel pick up and drop off
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Towel, Sunscreen

Itinerary

This is the original rafting company of Hawai'i, with our family run office set up for checking in each of our excursions. Our office allows indoor seating, air conditioning, convenient restrooms, reef safe sunscreen, children entertainment, souvenir shopping and one fluffy friendly golden retriever, if you are missing yours back home.

Stop 1
Captain Zodiac Raft Expeditions
Honokohau Marina & Small Boat Harbor
Kailua-Kona
Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve
The Captain Cook Monument
Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park
Kailua-Kona

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Captain Zodiac is located at 74-425 Kealakehe Parkway, suite #16. We are in the Honokohau Marina and small boat harbor located approximately 5 miles south of the Kona Airport and approximately 2 miles north of the town of Kailua-Kona. Meet at our office in the Gentry's Kona Marina parking lot.

End point

Captain Zodiac is located at 74-425 Kealakehe Parkway, suite #16. We are in the Honokohau Marina and small boat harbor located approximately 5 miles south of the Kona Airport and approximately 2 miles north of the town of Kailua-Kona. Meet at our office in the Gentry's Kona Marina parking lot.

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.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 4 years
Not recommended for participants with back or neck problems
We apologize ahead of time but due to the bouncy nature, pregnant individuals are not allowed
Recommended to bring: reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, water bottle, and maybe a dry bag if you’ve got one