Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument

4.9 (484 reviews) 4 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Ensure you find some of the best snorkeling sites in Hawaii on this sail and snorkel adventure leaving from Keauhou Bay Pier.

Set sail along the Kona coastline toward the Captain Cook Monument, where your adventure begins. Jump into the clear water to explore the vibrant reef of the marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay, which is home to schools of colorful fish and pods of spinner dolphins. Your tour includes breakfast, lunch, non-alcoholic drinks, and equipment such as snorkeling gear and a flotation noodle.

Explore some of Hawaii's best snorkeling sites, and get insights into the marine life from your guides: Fish identification cards are provided. Snorkel in confidence under the supervision of your guides. Departs from the Keauhou Bay finger pier.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 49 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Sea Paradise

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Reef Safe Sunscreen
Included: Snacks
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: All snorkel gear (mask, fins, flotation noodle)
Included: Deli-style buffet lunch,
Included: Marine Naturalist briefing
Included: Continental breakfast

Not included

Not included: Gratuities are not included but greatly appreciated
Not included: Alcoholic beverages are available onboard for additional charge with a credit card purchase only
Not included: Due to safety concerns we do not allow full face masks on our tours

Itinerary

Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve

one hour Admission included

Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969
The Captain Cook Monument

one hour

World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Check in 8:15 AM. Departs 8:30 AM. Returns ~1:00 PM.

End point

Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Check in 8:15 AM. Departs 8:30 AM. Returns ~1:00 PM.

Using your ticket

Check in directly at 8:15 am at Keauhou Bay located at the end of Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua Kona, HI 96740. Please do not check in at any buildings. Public restrooms are located on the east side of Kaleiopapa Street near the end parking lot. Restrooms are also onboard our vessel.

(Please allow additional drive time in anticipation of possible traffic delays)

You will be met by crew at the end of the pier approx. 15 minutes prior to departure and will be boarding Hoku Nui which is a 50ft Sailing Catamaran with a blue sail bag.

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All snorkelers must know how to swim
Non-swimmers may not enter the water
Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on day tours (Morning and Afternoon Snorkel)
The Hoku Nui motor-sails when there is no wind
Swimming and water safety: For the safety of all guests, the captain and crew may reserve the right to remove a guest from the water, if they determine the guest’s swimming ability or current conditions pose a safety risk. All guests must follow Captain and crew instructions while participating in water activities.
Advise Staff of any Dietary Restrictions 24 hrs prior to tour