Dolphin Watch & Snorkel Captain Cook Monument Big Island Kailua-Kona Hawaii

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Experience the thrill of Dolphin Watch & Snorkel at Captain Cook Monument in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Get up close and personal with dolphins in their natural habitat and learn about their fascinating lives in the ocean’s ecosystem.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

78-7138 Kaleiopapa St - Join us to see the Hawaiian Spinner Dolphin as they should be, Wild and Free! Let our naturalist guides take you on a journey that your whole family will enjoy and talk about for years to come. Including getting some great photo opportunities as the Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins leap and spin out of the water and snorkeling a pristine reef at the Captain Cook Monument. As we search for these beautiful creatures in the warm tropical waters, our crew will share their knowledge about our Dolphin’s life cycle, habitats, and behaviors. Nearly every day, year-round, we are able to encounter these beautiful animals in their natural habitat. You may glimpse their torpedo-shaped bodies darting smoothly through the waves, swimming and rolling in formation, like synchronized swimmers. Or you may observe a pod in the distance, leaping high into the air. After we’ve spent time viewing the dolphins we’ll cruise the coast line looking for other marine life. You’ll see sea caves, sea arches and learn Hawaiian History. We’ll end our day snorkeling at one of the best snorkeling reefs in the world, Kealakekua Bay, home of the Captain Cook Monument. Snorkel participants must have swim experience.

What's Included

Naturalist guides
Snacks, fruit, juice and bottled water
Mask, Fins, Snorkel, Pool Noodles included

What's Not Included

Gratuities for your crew always appreciated
Please bring towel, cover-up & easy to remove shoes
Use reef safe sunscreen only (zinc based recommended-no oxybenzone or octinoxate, lotion, NO spray)

Additional Information

Benefiting from extensive experience, our skippers and team members will guide you to a thrilling encounter with dolphins. As we navigate the balmy tropical seas in pursuit of these stunning beings, our onboard experts will impart their wisdom about these extraordinary creatures, their lifestyles and their significance in the marine ecosystem. Almost each day, throughout the year, we witness these magnificent creatures in their wild setting.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Minimum age requirement is 6yrs old
Must be comfortable treading water and swimming unassisted
Electronic Waiver required to be signed prior to tour
We do not offer refunds in the event we do not see dolphin as they are wild animals.
Must be under 285lbs
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).
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

Location

78-6831 Ali‘i Dr

Ali‘i Drive

To Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740. Located inside the center in the courtyard behind Tropics, KTA & Bianelli's. Once checked in, you will drive to Keauhou Bay where the crew will greet you for the tour. If Ubering, schedule 2 stops in the app.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Ttaylorschmidt

Aug 20, 2024

Real Deal - Captain Raj was a plethora of knowledge and his ocean expertise made a poor visibility trip (cant help the unpredictable changes in surf/water conditions) one of the best trips ever. He navigated challenging water conditions w such grace and showed me so incredible spots along the shoreline. Clear communication from business on whens/hows and incredible accommodations. Mahalo Aloha Hui.