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Captain Cook Snorkel Tour in Big Island of Hawaii with Sea Caves and Lava Tubes
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Captain Cook Snorkel Tour in Big Island of Hawaii with Sea Caves and Lava Tubes

by Dolphin Discoveries

3 hours
Kailua
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3 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$178.20$198Save 10%
2 adults × $89.10
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Overview

This 2.5-hour snorkel tour in Kealakekua Bay on the Big Island of Hawaii offers a slower pace suitable for those new to snorkeling and families with younger children. Guests check in at one of two meeting points at the specified start time to receive snorkeling gear before heading out on the water. The tour includes about 60 minutes of snorkeling among a variety of tropical fish and occasional Hawaiian green sea turtles, with the chance to explore sea caves and lava tubes by boat. A captain provides narration about Captain Cook’s history and fate at this location. Juices and bottled water are provided, along with pool noodles to assist swimmers. Participants must be comfortable swimming and able to climb a metal ladder back onto the boat. The tour does not include restroom facilities onboard and requires guests to bring their own towel and cover-up. Reef-safe sunscreen is recommended but not supplied.

Highlights

2.5-hour snorkel tour in Kealakekua Bay
About 60 minutes of snorkeling time
Views of tropical fish and Hawaiian green sea turtles
Sightseeing of sea caves and lava tubes by boat
Historical narration about Captain Cook's fate
Juices, bottled water, and pool noodles provided

What's included

Juices and bottled water during the tour
Sightseeing along the coast including sea caves and lava tubes
Pool noodles to assist with swimming
Historical narration about Captain Cook at Kealakekua Bay

What's not included

Gratuities for the crew
Towel and cover-up to bring
Reef-safe sunscreen (zinc based recommended, no oxybenzone or octinoxate)
Private transportation to the meeting point
Restroom facilities are not available on the boat

Itinerary

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Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling

The tour starts with check-in at one of two meeting points at the specified start time, which is the gear pickup time, not the departure. Each trip lasts about 2.5 hours on the water, including gear fitting. Snorkeling time is approximately 60 minutes in Kealakekua Bay, where guests can see hundreds of tropical fish species and sometimes Hawaiian green sea turtles. The captain provides historical narration about Captain Cook’s fate at the bay while the boat explores sea caves and lava tubes. This tour is designed for those new to snorkeling or less experienced swimmers. Participants must be comfortable swimming.

150 min

Meeting 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.

End point

Tour will end upon return to the dock at Keauhou Bay. There is no need to return to our store upon return.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–14 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Minimum age to join is 6 years old
Participants must be able to tread water and swim without assistance
An electronic waiver must be signed before the tour
Maximum weight limit is 285 pounds
Participants must be able to climb a metal ladder to reboard the boat
The vessels are rigid-hulled inflatable boats with pontoon seating
Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times
The operator can refuse service based on attire, behavior, physical fitness, or condition
No restroom facilities are available on the boat
Tour is not recommended for travelers with neck problems
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