Tour travels south to Kealakekua Bay, home of the Captain Cook monument. Along the way, we stop at historical sites and sea caves. Our skilled captains watch for whales and dolphins so that we can encounter the wonderful marine from onboard. Once in Kealakekua Bay, we snorkel there for approx 1 hour. Guest can expect to see turtles, bright-colored reef fish, coral that’s over 1500 years old, the Captain Cook Monument, freshwater springs, and be on the lookout for Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins. Due to the Marine Mammal Protection Act put in place Oct 2021 no one is allowed to swim with the wild spinners dolphins. However, we are still allowed to watch and encounter them from onboard.
Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin - Reefs -Sea Caves -Kealakekua Bay Snorkel
Snorkel at a colorful protected reef known as Kealakekua Bay located next to Captain Cook's monument. A truly historical sight! Encounter wild dolphins, sea caves, and more! Your lunch is also included consisting of a deli wrap, fresh fruit, chips, granola bars, juice, and water. All snorkel gear and flotation devices are included.
Hotel Guests Honokohau Harbor - 43 ft Zodiac Max 30 passengers
8:30 am check-in. 9:00 am Departure
Cruise Ship Guest Depart from the Kailua Kona Pier- 32 ft Zodiac Max 19 passengers. 8:45 am Check in 9:00 am Departure
**While most of the time we depart at 9:00 am, there are some dates we must adjust departure time in order to accommodate cruise ship guests according to their ship itinerary ***
- Snorkel gear equipment
- Lunch wraps, snacks & refreshments
- Flotation devices
- Professional local captain and crew
- Port pickup from Kailua Kona Pier
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Gratuities
- Duration: 3h
- Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Minimum age is 5 years
Boat is not wheelchair accessible
Weight limit is 275lbs (125kg)
Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name
Suggested items to bring: sunglasses, sunblock and towel
Please have your bathing suit on before the trip begins.
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Which attractions will I visit with Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin - Reefs -Sea Caves -Kealakekua Bay Snorkel?
During this experience, places you will visit include:
What is the Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin - Reefs -Sea Caves -Kealakekua Bay Snorkel cancellation policy?
Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin - Reefs -Sea Caves -Kealakekua Bay Snorkel cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Which company provides Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin - Reefs -Sea Caves -Kealakekua Bay Snorkel?
Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin - Reefs -Sea Caves -Kealakekua Bay Snorkel is hosted by C Big Island Tours. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.
How much is Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin - Reefs -Sea Caves -Kealakekua Bay Snorkel?
Kona Shore Excursion: Wild Dolphin - Reefs -Sea Caves -Kealakekua Bay Snorkel price starts from $139.00.
C Big Island offers a variety of tours. Hilo Shore Excursions- CRUISE SHIP CUSTOMERS - we have permits to pick you up directly from the pier when your ship comes into the Port of Hilo and we work with the cruise ships such as the NCL Pride of America, Carnival Cruise Lines Carnival Legend, Holland America Westerdam, Grand Princess, Celebrity Cruises - Celebrity Solstice and many more. Our Hilo Shore excursions include Volcanoes National Park & Waterfall Kona Shore Excursions include our Historical Kona Coffee & Hawaiian Sea Turtles, Rainforest & Waterfalls or our Snorkel with wild Hawaii dolphins and Kealakekua Bay(Captain Cook) Big Island Hawaii Manta Ray Snorkel - Departs from Honokohau Harbor in Kailua Kona
- Duration: 3 hours



