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Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tours

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Kealakekua Bay, located 13 miles south of Kailua-Kona, is a pristine marine sanctuary and preservation site filled with colorful marine life and coral. Tucked along this bay are ancient religious temples and also the historic monument where world explorer Captain James Cook met his fate. Archaeological sites are only accessible by rugged foot paths or by kayak. Go explore the history of Kealakekua and its underwater beauty through these tours featuring this stunning and sacred bay.
Tips for visiting Kealakekua Bay:
- Tours to Kealakekua Bay depart from four locations: Honokohau Harbor, Kailua-Kona Pier, Keauhou Bay and Napoopoo Pier.
- Dining options vary by tour from simple deli roll-up sandwiches to freshly grilled BBQ burgers and hot dogs on the boat deck.
- Due to the nature of the boat experience, visiting the bay by zodiac boat or ocean raft (inflatable speed boat) is not recommended for young children, pregnant women or people with heart, neck or joint problems.
- Since Kealakekua Bay is a nature preserve, touching marine life or coral or standing on coral gardens is against the law.
- Hiking the trail to the Captain Cook monument at Kealakekua Bay is strenuous and should only be attempted if you are physically fit and know where to go.
- Access to the Captain Cook monument from the ocean side is permitted by Guided Kayak & Snorkel Tour at Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument . Boats visiting the bay are not allowed to access the monument from the shore.
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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises-0
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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
4.60 (220)
From USD 143.93
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Enjoy a award-winning Kealakekua Bay snorkeling tour with Fair Wind Cruises
Have a deluxe experience on the 4.5-hour Morning Cruise. Plant-Based breakfast & lunch included
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Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
4 - 5 hour(s)
Daily
Captain Cook Express 2.5-Hour Ocean Raft Adventure - Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay-0
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Captain Cook Express 2.5-Hour Ocean Raft Adventure - Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay
4.50 (13)
USD 107.63
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Embark on a 2.5-hour ocean raft expedition with Dolphin Discoveries and snorkel at Kealakekua Bay!
Witness a stunning marine life spectacle! See playful dolphins, graceful turtles & tropical fishes
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Daily
Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour-0
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Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour
4.60 (21)
USD 135.64
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Embark on a fun-filled 3 hour snorkel sail to the famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay
Visit the best snorkel spot on the Big Island, and see coral reefs, sea turtles, and tropical fish
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Meal Not Provided
Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Daily
4.5-Hour Sea Quest Premium Rafting Snorkel Tour at Honaunau & Kealakekua Bay-0
4.5-Hour Sea Quest Premium Rafting Snorkel Tour at Honaunau & Kealakekua Bay
5.00 (3)
USD 164.72
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Embark on a ocean rafting adventure down the scenic South Kona Coast and snorkel at 2 pristine spots
Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay, and Honaunau Bay for a fantastic underwater adventure!
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Meal Provided
Morning
5 hour(s)
Daily
2.5-Hour Kealakekua Bay Speed Bat Adventure & Reef Snorkel Tour from Keauhou Bay-0
2.5-Hour Kealakekua Bay Speed Bat Adventure & Reef Snorkel Tour from Keauhou Bay
5.00 (1)
USD 111.00
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Take an exhilarating 2.5-hour speed boat ride and snorkel at Kealakekua Bay
Includes snacks, water and snorkel gear. Small group snorkel with no more than 14 people
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Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3 hour(s)
Daily
Aloha Kona Tours Private Boat Charter - Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Watch-0
Aloha Kona Tours Private Boat Charter - Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Watch
5.00 (1)
From USD 1,036.00
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Enjoy a luxury private boat charter and explore the underwater paradise of Kealakekua Bay
3 and 4-hour charter packages available for groups of up to 6 passengers
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Morning
3.5 - 4.5 hour(s)
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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition-0
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
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From USD 124.87
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3 hour, 4 hour and 5 hour South Kona snorkeling tours
Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay and Honaunau Bay
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Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 - 5.5 hour(s)
Daily
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch-0
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
4.90 (15)
USD 178.72
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Set sail on a 4.5 hour snorkeling cruise to the Big Island's best snorkel spots at Kealakekua Bay
Enjoy a premium morning cruise featuring two snorkel stops, and a delicious breakfast and lunch
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
5 hour(s)
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Captain Zodiac Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour & South Kona Sea Cave Expedition-0
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Captain Zodiac Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour & South Kona Sea Cave Expedition
4.40 (216)
From USD 145.82
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Embark on an exciting ocean raft adventure to snorkel at Kealakekua Bay! 4 or 5-hour tours available
Witness a stunning marine life spectacle! See playful dolphins, turtles, and vibrant tropical fish
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
4.5 - 5.5 hour(s)
Sun / Mon / Tue / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Kealakekua Bay Guided Kayak & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour - Adventures In Paradise-0
Kealakekua Bay Guided Kayak & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour - Adventures In Paradise
4.80 (22)
USD 109.11
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Kayak to the iconic Captain Cook Monument for an exciting snorkeling adventure at Kealakekua Bay
This 2.5-hour kayaking tour is for intermediate to advanced kayak paddlers
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Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Fri Only
4-Hour Kealakekua & Honaunau Bay Snorkel Tour - Ocean Raft Adventure-0
4-Hour Kealakekua & Honaunau Bay Snorkel Tour - Ocean Raft Adventure
USD 139.95
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Join Dolphin Discoveries on a 4-hour snorkeling and dolphin watching ocean rafting adventure
Snorkel at the Captain Cook monument at Kealakekua Bay and at Honaunau Bay!
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
5 hour(s)
Daily

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Latest reviews of Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tours

Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

The best snorkeling tour on the island!

2025/03/24 Families with Young Children Melanie

Hosts are great, very friendly and shared historical information at sites along the way. We saw a mother and baby whale as well as hammerhead sharks on the trips to and from. The sea life at the snorkeling site were abun... more

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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

Snorkeling for all ages!

2025/03/03 Solo Travelers Retired&spending$$itall

Excellent crew. Very knowledgeable and made sure everyone had a positive experience. All ages can do this experience. We saw humpback whales on the boat ride to snorkeling and a pod of dolphins joined us in the bay while... more

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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises

Amazing

2025/02/03 Families with Young Children Christina

Loooooved it! We didnt wanna get off the boat n the crew was awesome with my kids!!!!

Captain Cook Express 2.5-Hour Ocean Raft Adventure - Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay

Hold on!

2025/01/31 Friends Joey and crew

No time to relax on this excursion. We flew to Captain Cook on a zodiac boat with little room to sit or move about. The snorkeling was OK and the guides were helpful. Everything felt rushed from the get go. This trip... more

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2.5-Hour Kealakekua Bay Speed Bat Adventure & Reef Snorkel Tour from Keauhou Bay

Loved it!

2024/09/24 Friends Kecia

Absolutely the best time ever!
Loved going super fast down the coast and then an hour to snorkel. Had a school of fish come right up to us and the water was super clear and warm.


Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Amazing Day

2024/09/21 Couples Damian

Turned out to be a perfect day and the crew were fabulous.

100% would do again

Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling | Book Big Island Tours, Activities & Things to Do with HawaiiActivities.com
Kealakekua Bay, located 13 miles south of Kailua-Kona, is a pristine marine sanctuary and preservation site filled with colorful marine life and coral. Tucked along this bay are ancient religious temples and also the historic monument where world explorer Captain James Cook met his fate. Archaeological sites are only accessible by rugged foot paths or by kayak. Go explore the history of Kealakekua and its underwater beauty through these tours featuring this stunning and sacred bay.