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Captain Cook /Kealakekua Bay
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Captain Cook /Kealakekua Bay
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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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- 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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What you can expect during your visit
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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Offered in: English
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Overview
There are few places in all of Hawaii more historic than Kealakekua Bay, as it's the spot where Captain Cook was killed in a skirmish with native Hawaiians, and the Hawaiian monarch, King Kamehameha III was born just a few miles away. The history aside, it's also one of the best places to snorkel on the Big Island of Hawaii, and you'll have the chance to experience the beauty on this snorkeling tour from Kona. Search for dolphins on the way to the bay while admiring the volcanic coast, and after scouring the red for coral and fish, climb aboard for a lunch that's served by the friendly crew.
- Visit historic Kealakekua Bay
- View Humpback whales in winter
- Cruise the volcanic Kona coast
- Lunch and snorkeling equipment included
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What's Included
Bottled water
Light refreshments
Snacks
Professional guide
For snorkeling option: Snorkeling gear, floatation device
Lunch (sandwiches, fresh fruit) -if any diet restrictions, please bring food specific to your needs.
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off (NOT included in this tour. Please be sure to check-in at Honokohau Marina North Boat Ramp 74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy Kailua-Kona, HI 96740)
GoPro rental (upon availability -call to reserve)
Departure & Return
74-425 Kealakehe Pkwy , 74-425 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
This activity will end right where it started.After turning into the harbor, TAKE the very first road to the RIGHT. Follow the road, pass Gentry's Kona Marine and a small gas station -Sea Store and Deli on the left, then TURN LEFT. As you drive in, you will see a small brown roof building to the right (restrooms). Meet crew under the pavilion.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Hotel pickup and drop-off is NOT included. Please be sure to check-in at Honokohau Marina North Boat Ramp 74-380 Kealakehe Pkwy Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multilingual guide English and Japanese (upon availability)
- Must be in good health and fit condition, must be able to climb a short ladder
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Must be comfortable in the water, be comfortable using floatation if needed (we have Ride Along option available for non-swimmers)
- Not recommended for pregnant women in an advanced pregnancy
- Not recommended for participants with back or neck problems or injuries within the last 3 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
- OPERATED BY Hang Loose Boat Tours
Cancellation Policy
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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- 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.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Captain Cook /Kealakekua Bay ?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
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- "Don't take any other snorkel tour dolphin trip, this one blows them out of the water." See review
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Best Trip Ever!
Heather_H
, May 2022
Wow!
madihughes94
, May 2022
Crystal clear waters!
Crystal_G
, May 2022
Intimately special
Quincy_D
, May 2022
Great trip! Coast ride up...
Sarah_K
, May 2022
Best Snorkeling Experience
Parth_O
, May 2022
Excellent time!
Kara_H
, May 2022
We had an excellent time! Highly recommended for families. For those who are curious, here is a breakdown of the day:
We spent ~60 minutes sailing to a snorkel area at Captain Cook (and we saw a multitude of dolphins along the way!!); once we arrived at Captain Cook, we were provided the option (and gear) to snorkel for ~90 minutes. At the snorkeling spot, we saw a multitude of beautiful fish. Also during this time, we were given a complimentary lunch consisting of ham and cheese sandwiches, chips, granola bars, waters, and sodas (for those staying onboard or who just finished snorkeling). Once all were back on board, we then sailed for another ~60 minutes back to port.
Of note: If anyone in your party is not interested in snorkeling, I would not recommend this excursion for you, as snorkeling is the primary feature of this excursion. Also of note, this is *not* a history tour, however a few bits of history are provided on the return back to the pier.
Fun and chill!
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