Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay
Overview
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3 hours
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Set sail on the west coast of Hawaii Island for a 3-hour cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument for dinner, as a local historian shares stories and legends of the sites you will see along the way. First cocktail is on the house! Listen in to live Hawaiian music and enjoy a magnificent sunset as you sail back to Kona. Don’t forget your camera and keep an eye out for dolphins and seasonal whales.
Current menu is
Mauna Loa Macadamia Nuts
Local Baby Spinach, Rincon Farms Strawberries, Big Island Feta Cheese, Candied Macadamia nuts with a Waimea Strawberry Vinaigrette (GF)
Kona Coffee Braised Short Rib (GF) with Creamy Mashed Potatoes featuring a Kona Coffee Red Eye Demi-Glace (GF) and Island Baked Coconut Dinner Rolls served with Butter (Vegetarian)
Vegetarian Option: Thai Coconut Curry with Hamakua Sweet Potatoes, Hawaiian Breadfruit, Carrots, & Bell Peppers (Vegan/GF) and Steamed Jasmine Rice (Vegan/GF) Must be requested 48 hours in advance.
Dessert: Chocolate Torte with Raspberry Topping
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Gluten free, vegan or vegetarian dietary meal requests must be called into 800-551-8911 48 hours prior to the cruise date.
This adventure is on Hawaii Island in Kailua Kona.
Liability waiver must be completed by all guests prior to boarding.
Hotel pick-up is not available.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kailua Pier
Boarding is 30 minutes prior to departure. Guests are greeted with Island Style Pupus (Appetizers), a complimentary cocktail, Historical Narration and live Hawaiian style music.
Kealakekua Bay
Cruise 24 miles round trip along Kona's Gold Coast learning Hawaiian history, stories, and legends. The narrator will point out many landmarks along the way to Kealakekua Bay that are not visible from land. The narration concludes upon arrival to the bay and dinner is served. The cruise back to the Kailua Pier features live Hawaiian style music, gorgeous vistas of the Kona coastline and sunset.
What‘s Included
Local guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Live entertainment
Sunset
Free parking 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740-about a one block walk away from the pier.
Dinner
Live commentary on board
Beverages
Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase - 1 complimentary drink included)
Guests must provide their own transportation to the Kailua Kona Pier.
Options
Historical Dinner Cruise
Main entrée is beef. Special meal requests must be made 48 hours in advance and before departure.
Reviews
1,276 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative and fun cruise
John L,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The crew are excellent and kept the drinks flowing. Be sure to go on the top deck or grab a table on the port side. The food was just ok. However the sunset view is spectacular. Highly recommend.
Well worth it!
MaryKay P,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was well worth the money. The food was very good, the crew was exceptional, the sunset was breathtaking. We saw a few whales, the music and guide were great! It all added up to a very enjoyable time.
Beautiful Sunset Cruise
Ginny S,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful view, excellent narrated history of the island, great music andfood. Very polite and responsive crew! We saw whales and dolphins and a beautiful sunset.
My husband and I went on...
Amanda E,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband and I went on this dinner cruise as one of our first activities on our honeymoon. The service was great! Very windy. Learned some interesting facts about Hawaiian history.
Worth it even on a cloudy day
Natalie S,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Food was good, crew were amazing and attentive with bringing drinks and offering to take photos. We spotted whales and two manta ray which was an added bonus. There was live music, but it was a hodge podge blend of music that didn’t fit well together and didn’t match the vibe of the boat. A soundtrack would’ve been more enjoyable. It was very overcast and cloudy so we didn’t really witness the sunset at all, but still had a lovely time and enjoyed the ride tremendously. My tip is to not cancel your trip based on weather, as it was still very enjoyable.
Outstanding dinner cruise
Johngokla,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Crew was excellent. Food was great. We even saw some whales and dolphins. The captain stopped the boat so we could watch the whales and the Dolphins. We were very impressed with their professionalism.
Great diner and historical cruise!
Mike S,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great, the food was great, the crew was great. I'd do it again! Capt. Erica was great as we're the rest of the crew.
5 stars!
Lori L,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great food and very good service. Chris was exceptional, as was Rick and the musician. Incredible sunset and historical facts too.
Perfect way to see island in a day!!!
Raquel F,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. 12 hours goes fast. Dave was a great guide- such a volume of information. Many stops - shopping opps at coffee and bakery stops. Glad we brought layers (December) as got little unlucky with rain on volcano stop and east side of island (pretty typical honestly). Lunch was good. 1.3 hours goes fast drive home nice for nap time.
This dinner cruise was...
Shannon M,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This dinner cruise was amazing !! The food was so good and the views that you get are unmatched! The dance party at the end was the perfect way to end it
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