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Kona Afternoon Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay
Overview
Depart Keauhou Bay at 2:00 PM aboard the Hoku Nui — Sea Paradise’s 50-foot luxury sailing catamaran — and sail to the World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay, a Marine Life Conservation District on the Kona Coast.
Kealakekua Bay has been protected since 1969. No fishing. No anchoring. The result: coral reef health and marine life density that general-access snorkel sites cannot match. Sea Paradise has been sailing here since 1985.
What you may see: spinner dolphins at the bay entrance, spotted eagle rays, Moorish idols, yellow tang, humuhumunukunukuapuaʻa (Hawaii’s state fish), Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu), and moray eels throughout the reef. Marine naturalist crew run a full reef briefing before the snorkel.
The afternoon trade winds create excellent sailing conditions on the return passage to Keauhou Bay — the sail back is consistently one of the highlights of the afternoon tour. Returns approximately 5:00 PM. This tour does not stop at the Red Hill Area.
What's Included
- Snacks Maui chips, tropical fruit
- Filtered Water
- Reef Safe Sunscreen
- Marine Naturalist briefing
- All snorkel gear (mask, fins, flotation noodle)
- Gratuities 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
Meeting Location
Keauhou Bay
Kahaluu-Keauhou, HI 96740, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
The Captain Cook Monument
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Advise Staff of any Dietary Restrictions 48 hrs prior to tour
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All snorkeling guests must be confident swimmers.
- Non-swimmers may not enter the water on any tours.
- Review health guidelines at seaparadise.com/medical/ before booking. All guests sign a release form before boarding.
- The Afternoon Snorkel Tour is family-friendly for all confident swimmers.
- Children must wear life jackets.
- Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on day tours (Morning and Afternoon Snorkel).
- The Hoku Nui motor-sails when there is no wind
- Swimming and water safety: For the safety of all guests, the captain and crew may reserve the right to remove a guest from the water, if they determine the guest’s swimming ability or current conditions pose a safety risk. All guests must follow Captain and crew instructions while participating in water activities.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Kona Afternoon Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay?
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Activity code: C-72709P2
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Average 4.93 out of 5 stars based on 737 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- This activity 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.
- Snacks. Maui chips, tropical fruit.
- Filtered Water.
- Reef Safe Sunscreen.
- Marine Naturalist briefing.
- All snorkel gear (mask, fins, flotation noodle).
- Gratuities 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.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Kona Afternoon Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay is as follows:
- Advise Staff of any Dietary Restrictions 48 hrs prior to tour
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kona Afternoon Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksMaui chips, tropical fruit
- Filtered Water
- Reef Safe Sunscreen
- Marine Naturalist briefing
- All snorkel gear (mask, fins, flotation noodle)
- Gratuities 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
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Advise Staff of any Dietary Restrictions 48 hrs prior to tour
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All snorkeling guests must be confident swimmers.
- Non-swimmers may not enter the water on any tours.
- Review health guidelines at seaparadise.com/medical/ before booking. All guests sign a release form before boarding.
- The Afternoon Snorkel Tour is family-friendly for all confident swimmers.
- Children must wear life jackets.
- Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on day tours (Morning and Afternoon Snorkel).
- The Hoku Nui motor-sails when there is no wind
- Swimming and water safety: For the safety of all guests, the captain and crew may reserve the right to remove a guest from the water, if they determine the guest’s swimming ability or current conditions pose a safety risk. All guests must follow Captain and crew instructions while participating in water activities.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
