Afternoon Sail & Snorkel to the Captain Cook Monument

Summary

Depart from Keauhou Bay. En route to your snorkel destination, relax and enjoy the views of the Hawaiian coastline. Snorkel in the pristine waters near the Captain Cook Monument in the marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

A three hour tour you won't want to miss! Set Sail down the Majestic Kona Coastline with breathtaking views of landscaped ledges of ancient lava flows. As you arrive at the "World Famous Captain Cook Monument" your snorkeling adventure will begin in the turquoise waters and vibrant reef of the marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay. Make sure to bring an underwater camera to capture the colorful schools of fish, pods of spinner dolphins that are also commonly spotted in the bay. “Hawaii The Big Island Revealed” guide book says, “snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay near the monument is perhaps the best you will find anywhere in the state”.

What’s included?

  • Masks, Fins, Snorkels, Flotation

  • Snorkeling

  • Reef Safe Sunscreen

  • Filtered Water

  • Soda/Pop

  • Snacks

  • Gratuity is not included but greatly appreciated

  • Alcoholic beverages are available onboard for additional charge with a credit card purchase only

  • Due to safety concerns we do not allow full face masks on our tours

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

We have reduced our tour capacity to ensure social distancing and following all CDC guidelines. Currently both crew and guests are required to wear masks unless they can social distance, are eating, drinking, swimming, snorkeling, active, or medically unable to wear.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Sea Paradise Sailing and Snorkeling Tours

About operator:

Sea Paradise offers Morning and Afternoon Sailing & Snorkeling Tours to the Marine Sanctuary in Kealakekua Bay (Home to the World Famous Captain Cook Monument). As your snorkel adventure begins, be sure to bring an underwater camera to capture all the vibrantly colorful schools of sea life amid the landscaped ledges of ancient lava flows. Also offered by Sea Paradise is a Guaranteed Manta Ray night snorkel. Capture the graceful beauty of these majestic manta rays as you snorkel up close with them. The Travel Channel say "snorkeling with manta rays is one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime."

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