Afternoon Snorkel at Captain Cook Monument
About this activity
Highlights
- Snorkel with vibrant marine life
- Explore the historic Captain Cook Monument
- Enjoy clear waters of Kealakekua Bay
- Witness diverse coral reefs
- Relax with provided refreshments
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided snorkeling tour to Captain Cook Monument
- Snorkel gear and equipment
- Light refreshments and snacks
- Transportation to and from the tour departure point
Itinerary
READ THIS. START TIME IS IS NOT THE DEPARTURE TIME. START TIME IS THE CHECK IN TIME. DO NOT ARRIVE EARLY. THERE ARE TWO MEETING POINTS FOR THIS TOUR. PLEASE READ ALL TOUR DETAILS BEFORE BOOKING AS THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE. 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 60 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.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in all weather conditions; cancellations may occur due to severe weather
- Participants should be comfortable swimming in open water
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable swimwear and bring a towel
- Apply reef-safe sunscreen to protect the environment
- Arrive at the departure point 15 minutes early for check-in
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 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
Traveler reviews
Unforgettable experience
Our tour guide was down to earth and loved his job. He would answer anything we asked, and you could tell he genuinely enjoyed it. He made the boat ride to the snorkeling reef an adrenaline rush, even on the way back when he was showing us the lava tubes and Pele on the side of the the island. The snorkeling was incredible. We had never been in an actual reef before with all types of tropical fish swimming with us. They werent shy. It seemed like they wanted to show us their underwater world. I would definitely do it again. My only regret was I wasn't aware I could ditch the snorkel and dive down deeper into the reef. I didn't realize I was allowed until I was already on the boat and mentioned I wish I could have only to realize the guide said I totally could have. Oh and they had ice cold water and juice on the boat for anyone that wanted it. Definitely a trip that will be remembered forever
Fun morning, appreciate the small group size
Such a fun morning with Captain Robert and Addy! Easy check-in, well-maintained boat and equipment, great snorkeling. Roberts showed us some cool sites along the Cliffs on the way back and made it a lot of fun. Great selection on drinks on-board too (non-alcoholic). I'd love to do it again!
Great trip
We had a great experience. It was easy with the right amount on time to snorkeling time. Highly recommend if you just want to go out and snorkel.
Last-minute cancellation
Tour canceled less than 24 hours in advance because my wife and I were the only ones scheduled. They said they needed at least 6 people to take the tour. We had to scramble to book another tour with Captain Zodiac Raft Expeditions through NCL — it was great.
Best snorkel adventure in Kona
This tour is fun, family friendly, well organized and professional. Our kids said it was the highlight of the week. We took the tour with our 10 and 12 year old kids on a cloudy afternoon so it turned out to be a private tour. The woman who checked us in, Rita, was friendly and helpful to help us get our gear. Captain Dennis helped us get into the water and helped to get my 10 year old a new mask when the first one was leaking. Very friendly to kids who are nervous and scared. Captain Dennis’ warmth really helped my daughter relax and have a good time. He also took us to some historical points on the way back home which we would have never seen from land. Overall a great tour that I highly recommend for any family or couple. Thanks Captain Dennis!