Experience the beauty of snorkeling at the Captain Cook Monument in Kailua-Kona, Big Island. Perfect for beginners and families, our slow-paced tour offers assistance and the chance to spot dolphins and whales.
Experience the beauty of snorkeling at the Captain Cook Monument in Kailua-Kona, Big Island. Perfect for beginners and families, our slow-paced tour offers assistance and the chance to spot dolphins and whales.
- 78-7130 Kaleiopapa St - We offer three different times, each being 3 hours long. These trips provide the longest snorkel times at Kealakekua Bay with approximately an hour of snorkel time. This adventure promises views of 100’s of different varieties of tropical fish along with an occasional “Honu” (Hawaiian green sea turtle). Your Captain will…
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78-7130 Kaleiopapa St - We offer three different times, each being 3 hours long. These trips provide the longest snorkel times at Kealakekua Bay with approximately an hour of snorkel time. This adventure promises views of 100’s of different varieties of tropical fish along with an occasional “Honu” (Hawaiian green sea turtle). Your Captain will share Hawaiian History and get you up and personal with sea caves and lava tubes. If you are new to or have never snorkeled before this is the ideal choice!
7:00 a.m.: Beats the crowds to Kealakekua Bay/Captain Cook Monument. We are often the first boat in the bay and guests get time to enjoy the reef with limited interruption.
11:30 a.m.: Designed for those who want a later start and enjoy the warmest part of the day.
12:30 p.m.: Geared for those who want to escape the crowds. This lazy afternoon snorkel is a more relaxed adventure to the best snorkel spot along the coast.
Snorkel participants must have swim experience.
- Sightseeing along coast of sea caves & lava tubes
- Historical narration of Captain Cook’s fate at Kealakekua Bay
- Light snacks, fruit, juices and bottled water
- Pool Noodles
- Sightseeing along coast of sea caves & lava tubes
- Historical narration of Captain Cook’s fate at Kealakekua Bay
- Light snacks, fruit, juices and bottled water
- Pool Noodles
- Gratuities for your crew always appreciated
- Please bring towel and cover-up
- Use reef safe sunscreen (zinc based is recommended- no oxybenzone and octinoxate. lotion, no spray)
- Gratuities for your crew always appreciated
- Please bring towel and cover-up
- Use reef safe sunscreen (zinc based is recommended- no oxybenzone and octinoxate. lotion, no spray)
For those new to snorkeling or who have never tried it before, this is the perfect option! It’s especially suitable for families with young children or swimmers who are unsure about their “seaworthiness” for our longer excursions.
This trip is designed to be more leisurely, allowing guests to become acquainted and comfortable with the thrilling and…
For those new to snorkeling or who have never tried it before, this is the perfect option! It’s especially suitable for families with young children or swimmers who are unsure about their “seaworthiness” for our longer excursions.
This trip is designed to be more leisurely, allowing guests to become acquainted and comfortable with the thrilling and beautiful activity of snorkeling. Our crew is eager to assist you in adjusting your mask, fins, and snorkel, and will help you feel at ease while observing tropical fish using a flotation aid we call a “noodle.” You’ll also have the opportunity to spot dolphins and whales along the journey!
We provide several time slots so you can select the one that best fits your schedule. The times listed indicate the check-in time.
Interested in more snorkeling time? We also offer a Deluxe Snorkel Tour that includes snorkeling at two different reefs. Please see our other listings for more information about that tour.
- Minimum age requirement is 6yrs old
- Must be comfortable treading water and swimming unassisted
- Electronic Waiver required to be signed prior to tour
- Must be under 285 lbs
- Must be able to climb up a metal ladder to get back in the boat
- Our vessels are RHIBS (zodiac style boats; seating is on a pontoon).
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- We have full discretion to refuse service to guests based on attire, behavior, physical fitness & condition
- Restroom facilities not available on boat
- Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.