Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook) Snorkeling
5.0
25 Ratings
Kailua-Kona
Experience the ultimate snorkeling adventure at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Hawaii. Swim with over 200 species of tropical fish, explore sea caves, and discover historical sites. Enjoy a personalized one-on-one tour on our comfortable and luxurious vessel, Nature School 2.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Hawaii Marine Life Charters - Aloha, meet at our in water slip location for a safety meeting and check-in at slip (G-8) in Honokohau Harbor. We will then travel south along the historical Kona coast, stopping along the way to show points of interest to our guests. Keep your eyes peeled for a vast array of different species of Dolphins, Whales, Rays, Turtles, and tropical fish.
    We will then snorkel at Kealakekua Bay, (Captain Cook Monument). Enjoy drinks, snacks, and a historical briefing from our guides.
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • Complimentary snacks provided
  • Snorkeling equipment available for use
Additional Information

Kealakekua Bay is a marine sanctuary where you can snorkel with over 200 species of tropical fish. We will stop at sea caves, and one to two other historical stops along the way. Our tour is very unique because we provide a very intimate one on one experience with our guests. Our convenient check in location gives us a more private feel away from the larger tours, of 20-30 people. Our crew are very knowledgeable about the historical aspects of the Big Island, and the Kona coast. Our vessel “Nature School 2” is comfortable, fast, and one of the nicest tour boats in Kona Hawaii.

Location
Hawaii Marine Life Charters
Kealakehe Parkway
Stay on Kealakehe Parkway, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740 , Look for our bright orange sign on the right at our meeting area. "HAWAII MARINE LIFE CHARTERS".
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lana_b
May 29, 2024
Excellent - Wonderful time! My family and I would recommend this highly. Brain and his partner were very helpful and informative.
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Cruiser506079
May 28, 2024
Excellent!! - This outing was wonderful! I have never snorkeled before. Brian and Muwan were good about encouraging me and helped me until I was comfortable. Muwan pulled me around with a buoy until I was confident enough to be on my own . I would definitely recommend .
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Tyler
May 25, 2024
Captain cook and night manta snorkel! - Incredible experience. Great visibility at captain cook. Brian (our captain) and crew were super friendly and knowledgeable. We learned a ton about captain cook and the history of the snorkeling spot. Highly recommended!! Also did the night manta trip with Brian and will be back again!! 🤙
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Tracy_l
May 25, 2024
Petsonalized, safe, and we learned tons! - If you want a small and very private tour, Brian is your captain! He clearly loves this ocean and has dedicated his life’s work to sharing it with others. Expect a beautiful boat ride along the coast filled with history, legends, and folklore. The snorkel spot is truly unparalleled for number of fish, water clarity, and calm seas in K Bay. There will be several big boats full of snorkelers acting crazy in the water. Brian knew where to place us in the water and the route to take to get the best experience for us. He could judge the confidence of our small group and guided us individually on how to enjoy the experience. There was no pressure on time and he encouraged us to experience the reef. We like to support small businesses with our tourism dollars and this is just the right company for us.
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D1123qgmarieh
May 23, 2024
Hawai’i marine life chaters - Captain Brian was amazing! The adventure snorkeling was fantastic. The weather was perfect. It was the best time ever. I highly recommend Hawaii marine life charters!
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Jameslowellmartin
May 22, 2024
Amazing experience. Top notch Captain and crew. - All I can say is, Wow! What a fantastic adventure! Hawaii marine life charters is a fantastic company! I was so comfortable on Captain Brian’s boat. Bobby the deckhand/snorkel tour guide was great! They both had so much local knowledge and experience! We learned a ton about captain James Cook, the wildlife and So much more. I would highly recommend booking with Hawaii marine life charters. So much fun! Thanks Brian and Bobby! We will be booking with you again soon! Thank you!!!!
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Kymberlinb2024
May 22, 2024
Humpbacks, spinner dolphins, tiger sharks, and sea turtles, oh my! - This was THE BEST snorkel trip we could have ever asked for. It was inexpensive, all-inclusive, and a great time! The waves were rough but we could hardly tell with Captain Brian’s fantastic boating skills. The snorkeling was incredible but the stories and extra stops along the way were what made the whole trip special. We were able to see the last of the humpback whales for the season, spinner dolphins, a tiger shark, and Billy Jean the giant sea turtle. There were only four of us on the boat, so it was almost like the private charter we never expected (or paid for) and we had a great time getting to chat with Brian and Moana about their experiences in the industry and on the island. Moana was an awesome guide once we were in the water and only scared us a little with his free-diving 😂 We had snacks and delicious pastries on the boat and were offered snorkel gear (including wet suit jackets which were perfect for the early morning dive) upon arrival before climbing aboard. The boat is shaded and comfortable. We would recommend Hawai’i Marine Life Charters to anyone visiting the big island! Captain Brian is knowledgeable, friendly, and the best guide to the Hawaiian ocean you could ask for.
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Mike
May 15, 2024
An amazing afternoon! - Had an amazing trip with these guys very knowledgable of the area the sea life, and the history we felt safe at all times I would highly recommend this company for any of their tours
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Mattsi996oh
May 14, 2024
Big Island Kona snorkeling - Wonderful trip and sea life .A must do for water lovers.Brian has a great outfit in kona go to him he’ll take care of you.So fun!
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Natsuko
May 11, 2024
Historical, Marine Preserve. (Captain Cook Monument) - We really enjoyed the small group setting for a more one on one tour with very experienced captains, and crew. Captain Brian and Crew Kelly are amazing. All new snorkeling gear with wetsuit tops available.
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