Snorkel Tour to Captain Cook Monument Kailua-Kona, Big Island
Dolphin Discoveries
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If you are new to or have never snorkeled before this is the ideal choice! Particularly good for families with younger children or swimmers who aren’t certain if they are “seaworthy” enough for one of our longer trips. This trip is much slower-paced and affords guests time to become more familiar and comfortable with the exciting and beautiful sport of snorkeling. Our crew will be happy to help you adjust your mask, fins, and snorkel and help you become comfortable viewing the tropical fish while using a flotation assistance device we call a “noodle”. You'll even watch for dolphins and whales along the way! We offer several different times slots to fit your schedule. The times shown indicate the check in time. Tour duration includes time to checkin and receive gear. Snorkel participants must be confortable swimming. Looking for more snorkel time? We also offer a Deluxe Snorkel Tour that includes snorkeling at two different reefs. Check out our other listings for more details.
Departure Point
- To Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740. Located in inside the center in the courtyard behind Tropics, KTA & Bianelli's. Once checked in, you will drive to Keauhou Bay where the crew will greet you for the tour. If Ubering, schedule 2 stops in the app.
Return Details
- Tour will end upon return to the dock at Keauhou Bay. There is no need to return to our store upon return.
Duration
4 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: 78-7130 Kaleiopapa St
78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
We offer several different times, each tour being 2.5 hours on the water. These trips provide the longest snorkel times at Kealakekua Bay with approximately an 30-40 minutes of snorkel time. This adventure promises views of 100’s of different varieties of tropical fish along with an occasional “Honu” (Hawaiian green sea turtle). Your Captain will share Hawaiian History and get you up and personal with sea caves and lava tubes. If you are new to or have never snorkeled before this is the ideal choice! The times shown indicate the check in time. Tour duration includes time to checkin and receive gear. Snorkel participants must be confortable swimming.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age to attend tour is 6yrs old
- Must be comfortable treading water and swimming unassisted
- Electronic Waiver required to be signed prior to tour
- Must be under 285 lbs
- Must be able to climb up a metal ladder to get back in the boat
- Our vessels are RHIBS (zodiac style boats; seating is on a pontoon).
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- We have full discretion to refuse service to guests based on attire, behavior, physical fitness & condition
- Restroom facilities not available on boat
- Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
- Light snacks, fruit, juices and bottled water
- Sightseeing along coast of sea caves & lava tubes
- Pool Noodles
- Historical narration of Captain Cook's fate at Kealakekua Bay
Exclusions
- 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)
Redemption Instructions
1ST, proceed to our store to checkin. Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive (Located in courtyard behind Tropics & Bianelli's). Park & walk into shopping center. 2ND, you will drive to Keauhou Bay, 78-7138 Kaleiopapa St.
Transportation to store & to Keauhou Bay is guest responsibility. If Ubering, schedule 2 stops in app so driver will wait for you. No need to return to store post tour
Tour Times (total duration includes checkin time):
(8am Reservation) Checkin 8am at store (Store does not open until 8am); Tour departs Bay 9am; Returns 1130am
(1045am Reservation) Checkin 1045am at store; Tour departs Bay 1145am; Returns 215pm
(1215pm Reservation) Checkin 1215pm at store; Tour departs Bay 115pm; Returns 345pm
(130pm Reservation) Checkin 130pm at store; Tour departs Bay 230pm; Returns 5pm
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
* Guests snorkeling must know how to swim
* standing/going ashore prohibited
* Min. age-6 yrs old; Minors must be accompanied by adult at all times, whether on the boat or in water
* Not for travelers with heart, neck, back problems or may be pregnant
PARKING at Bay: Parking is along Kaleiopapa St. on right & left Find a spot & walk down to restroom area (don't park in boat trailer or wash down areas)
WHAT TO BRING:
* Reef safe (zinc/mineral) sunscreen LOTION only. No other chemicals
* Towel, Rash guards, hats, sunglasses (bring a small bag for storage)
* Shoes easy to take off (barefoot boat)
* Gratuities appreciated
PROVIDED: Masks, snorkels, fins, Snacks, fresh fruit, water, juice
WAIVER: Copy & paste link into browser to sign our waiver (1 for each guest): https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/622bb9a21e486/web/
We run a small passenger vessel, seats are saved just for you. If you do not show for your tour, we do not offer reschedules, credits or refunds, no exceptions. Min. numbers apply. If min are not met, you will be offered an alt. tour or refund. If we deem ocean conditions unsafe, we will contact you to reschedule your tour. Tours run in rain.
Voucher Info
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