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Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling

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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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Latest reviews of Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Great experience!

2024/08/18 Couples Akanksha

It was an amazing experience on the 5 hour tour with SeaQuest. We got to see a lot of diverse marine life while snorkeling in the reefs and got a tour of the lava tubes and caves along the way. Would highly recommend! Ou... more

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

Breathtaking Coral ecosystem

2024/08/16 Families Alek Collins

This experience was perfect. The snorkeling over the coral and the incredible variety of fish was nothing short of amazing! That said my 18 and 13 year olds grew tried of it (sigh ) and chose to jump from the different l... more

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Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

10 out of 10

2024/07/21 Couples Kara

Great crew, fun boat, and the sea caves were incredible to get to see!!!!

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Great time!

2024/07/09 Couples Brian

Caprain Lauren was great. Informative, helpful,and professional. We saw pilot whales, sea caves, a turtle, and of course...the snorkeling.
Both spots were great and we had PLENTY of swim time.
Thanks for a great trip... more

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

Crystal Clear Waters!

2024/07/06 Couples Kara

What a wonderful afternoon, the water conditions in Kona are better than I have seen in many islands!

Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition

Kona waters are unbeatable!

2024/06/13 Friends Kara

crystal clear waters, lots of reef and fish!! wonderful experience

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.