Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

4.9 (586 reviews) 4 h 30 min Free cancellation

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

Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969
World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay
Red Hill Area lava arches — underwater volcanic terrain, weather permitting
Spinner dolphins, eagle rays and dense tropical reef fish
Continental breakfast and deli-style buffet lunch included
Marine naturalist crew briefing on every departure — spaciously designed for 49 guests

Sailing Dining Experiences Nature and Wildlife Tours Snorkeling Whale Watching On the Water Dolphin Watching Swimming

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: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Sea Paradise

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

What is included

Included

Included: Continental Breakfast
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: All snorkel gear (mask, fins, flotation noodle)
Included: Marine Naturalist briefing
Included: Reef-safe sunscreen
Included: Deli-style buffet lunch

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

Sail south from Keauhou Bay on the Hoku Nui, Sea Paradise’s 50-foot luxury sailing catamaran, to the World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay — a Marine Life Conservation District of 315 acres protected since 1969, 60-80 foot visibility, and some of the most abundant marine life on the Kona Coast. Sea Paradise has sailed to the monument since 1985 — one of the original operators at this site. Marine naturalist crew run a full reef briefing before every snorkel. What you may see: spinner dolphins at the bay entrance, spotted eagle rays, Moorish idols, yellow tang, humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa (Hawaii’s state fish), Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu), and moray eels throughout the reef. When sea conditions permit, the tour continues to the Red Hill Area — a volcanic headland on the Kona Coast featuring underwater lava arches and lava tubes at snorkeling depth, reachable by boat only. Two spectacular snorkel sites — one exceptional Kona tour experience. Continental breakfast is served on the outbound sail. Deli-style buffet lunch is served on the return. Departs the Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona.

Stop 1
The Captain Cook Monument
Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve

Variety Breakfast Items, Sandwiches, Snacks

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