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

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 off in the distance, leaping high into the air as they travel together. After we’ve spent time viewing these beautiful dolphins we’ll cruise the coast line looking for other marine life. You’ll see sea caves, sea arches and learn some 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.

• Learn about the dolphins in their natural habitat from a naturalist guide
• Lunch, snacks, and bottled water included
• The utmost respect and care are given to our aquatic friends to assure that we do not disrupt their rest, nursing and breeding behaviors that is why Snorkeling is not a guarantee.

Drawing on years of experience, our captains and crew will take you up close and personal with the dolphin. As we search for these beautiful creatures in the warm tropical waters off the coast, our crew will share their knowledge about these fascinating creatures, how they live and their role in the ocean’s ecosystem. Nearly every day, year-round we are able to encounter these beautiful animals in their natural habitat.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Minors must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age requirement is 6yrs old
Must be comfortable swimming in the ocean
Near public transportation
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
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 (seating is on a pontoon).
Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
Most travelers can participate
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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers