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Snorkel Tour to Captain Cook Monument Kailua-Kona, Big Island

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Kailua-Kona, United States
Snorkel Tour to Captain Cook Monument Kailua-Kona, Big Island
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Snorkel Tour to Captain Cook Monument Kailua-Kona, Big Island
Snorkel Cook's Monument/ Kealakekua
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icon3 hours  (Approx.)
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iconOffered in: English
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Overview

Explore the waters off the coast of Hawaii during a small-group snorkeling excursion from Kailua-Kona. Board an inflatable boat and enjoy easy transportation to Captain Cook's Monument at Kealakekua Bay for a couple hours of snorkeling time. Plus, view the sea caves and lava tubes along the scenic Kona coast and catch sight of dolphins and humpback whales, depending on the season.
  • Guided snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay with provided equipment
  • Catch sight of dolphins and humpback whales, depending on the season
  • Snacks and beverages included in the price of your snorkeling tour
  • Unobstructed views of the scenic Kona coastline from the water
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Sightseeing along coast of sea caves & lava tubes
Historical narration of Captain Cook's fate at Kealakekua Bay
Snacks, fruit, juices and bottled water
Flotation Aids
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)

Departure Point

78-7138 Kaleiopapa St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA

We launch from the boat ramp dock at KEAUHOU BAY, KAILUA-KONA. Parking is on the street. Walk past boat trailer parking to boat ramp. Look to your right for our crew checking in guests at picnic table next to restrooms. Always allow 20-30 minutes’ drive time from airport or downtown Kailua- Kona.

Departure Time

12:15 PM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for child under 6
  • Must be comfortable swimming
  • Electronic Waiver required to be signed prior to tour
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Must be under 285 lbs
  • Must be able to climb up a metal ladder to get back in the boat
  • Our vessels are RHIBS (seating is on a pontoon).
  • Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Dolphin Discoveries
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Lifetime experience!!
rey
, Oct 2021
The location is breathtaking! The ride to the site was a memorable experience. The crew Kai and Jen were very professional.
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Well worth it! Best snorkeling trip I’ve been on.
Debbie_S
, Sep 2021
I think this location has better snorkeling than Maui. Beautiful coral reef with so many beautiful fish to observe. Loved the small group. Only four of us and the captain. Captain Patrick was fabulous. We did sight seeing from the boat to the monument and back. Boat ride was also fun. Boat ride probably isn’t for everyone but my dad and I sure enjoyed it!
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Great Trip
Tiffany_K
, Sep 2021
We had a fantastic trip with Patrick. He gave us some history of the coast prior to stopping at the bay for snorkeling. We had an incredible time snorkeling and saw so many fish. The boat is large enough that even on a windy, wavy day, we didn’t have any issues. High recommend.
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Great tour
Sid_H
, Jul 2021
It was the highlight of our trip! There were so many fish with so many amazing colors and they were inches away. The history we learned was also great. Even saw about 10 dolphins swimming near the boat as we docked.
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Great Experience
Amanda
, Jun 2021
Loved this experience!! This was a first time snorkeling for us and Jen was a GREAT guide (very knowledgeable, helpful in making us feel comfortable in the water and in oh gear)! It was so nice that it was a small group - made it feel like a more intimate setting!
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
Mahalo nui for the 5 star review and shout out to your captain! We are stoked that you joined us for your 1st ever snorkel experience! We do hope that we can see you on your next visit to Big Island.
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It’s was breathtaking
THERESA_H
, Jun 2021
Alan great tourist. Love the boat ride. Saw Dolphins. Snorkeling was great. Very considerate. Bianca the assistant was great as well.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
Kealakekua Bay is just spectacular. Mahalo for joining us for a afternoon snorkel! We appreciate the 5 star review and shout out to your crew! We do hope that we can see you again!
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Captain Jen was great!
Brandon_O
, Jun 2021
Jen was a fantastic captain and made sure we had a great day on the water and gave us tips on where to swim to get the most out of our snorkeling. She also took a lot of time to show us different landmarks along the way.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
Mahalo nui for the 5 star review and shout out to your captain! We are thrilled that you had a great time our on our afternoon snorkel to Kealakekua Bay aka Captain Cook Monument! We do hope that we can see you again next time!
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Super fun and exciting
Sean_J
, May 2021
Our snorkel tour was an amazing experience! Shelly and Kelly were exceptional guides for this trip. Hope to do it again someday!
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
Mahalo nui for the 5 star review! We hope that we can see you again as well! We are so happy to hear that you had a great time on our snorkel to Kealakekua Bay.
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Great tour reef not so great
BaronFoer
, Sep 2018
The captain and the ride were great. She took good care of us and we certainly enjoyed the day on the boat. However the reef off of Captain Cooks monument was pretty much worn out probably between the number of people and the surf action it was pretty much dead and not really colorful. The best part of the trip was the boatride and the Captains information on points of interest. The boat was at our beck and call and we could get back whenever we wanted, she watched for our return and had drinks ready for us.
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