Deluxe Sail & Snorkel to the Captain Cook Monument
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Set Sail down the Majestic Kona Coastline with breathtaking views of landscaped ledges of ancient lava flows. As you arrive at the "World Famous Captain Cook Monument" your snorkeling adventure will begin in the turquoise waters and vibrant reef of the marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay. Make sure to bring an underwater camera to capture the colorful schools of fish, pods of spinner dolphins that are also commonly spotted in the bay. “Hawaii The Big Island Revealed” guide book says, “snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay near the monument is perhaps the best you will find anywhere in the state”.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Advise Staff of any Dietary Restrictions 24 hrs prior to tour
What To Expect
Set Sail down the Majestic Kona Coastline with breathtaking views of landscaped ledges of ancient lava flows. As you arrive at the "World Famous Captain Cook Monument" your snorkeling adventure will begin in the turquoise waters and vibrant reef of the marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay. Make sure to bring an underwater camera to capture the colorful schools of fish, pods of spinner dolphins that are also commonly spotted in the bay. “Hawaii The Big Island Revealed” guide book says, “snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay near the monument is perhaps the best you will find anywhere in the state”.
Sample Menu
main
Variety Breakfast Items, Sandwiches, Snacks
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Deluxe Sail & Snorkel to the Captain Cook Monument
What‘s Included
Continental Breakfast
Reef Safe Sunscreen
Snorkel Gear, Flotation Noodles
Snacks
Lunch
Variety Juices
Gratuities are not included but greatly appreciated
Alcoholic beverages are available onboard for additional charge with a credit card purchase only
Due to safety concerns we do not allow full face masks on our tours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
560 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome
David L,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Crew was awesome! Great with everyone of all ages, exceptionally helpful and friendly. Very well run with some great snorkeling.
Great day trip!
Monica K,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day trip. The crew was fabulous—knowledgeable, friendly, and went out of their way to help a couple of us feeling a bit woozy. Both snorkel locations were amazing. Clear water with lots of fish.
Swimming with The fishes. Lol.
Roxanne B,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The crew was very friendly. We went snorkeling at two different places. It was a smaller catamaran boat with less people than other tours. Which we wanted. It was a relaxing day on the sea.
Fantastic!
ReneeR698,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Another great sale and snorkel adventure with Another great sail & snorkel adventure with Captain Eddie and his crew, Kamaile, Marissa, Josh, and Austin! Thank you all so much!
Excellent trip
Nomad14704130079,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My 2nd trip with them and another great experience. Crew is super friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Boat & snorkel equipment are both high quality and well maintained. Will definitely take more trips with them.
Great Crew, Good Snorkel, Food Meh
La Profesora2018,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This excursion provided most of what it promised. The boat ride was smooth and the crew very friendly. It was a small group, which gave everyone room to move around. We saw dolphins very soon after leaving the harbor. The captain maneuvered us a safe distance for the dolphins but close enough for us to see well. The weather prohibited us from going snorkeling to more than one site but that’s not controllable. At the cook monument area, the water was very clear and I saw a nice variety of fish. No turtles, which was a bummer but also not controllable. The food was disappointing. It was not set up at all like the photo and it was not really special. The crew was great at making sure everyone’s equipment fit well and they had masks with magnification. They made sure everyone stayed in safe areas and overall, it was a nice long snorkel.
Morning Snorkel
Jed L,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun trip and good crew made everything easy. Boat was big enough so it didn’t feel crowded. Make your own sandwich for lunch worked out well including enough vegetarian options.
The crew is super...
Michelle D,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The crew is super friendly and helpful. Safety was a priority for guests and the environment. Our 23 year old daughter says it was her favorite adventure of this visit. We enjoyed a fantastic day aboard the Hoku Nui.
Top notch outfit
Cole J,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00An all-round great day trip. The boat was spacious and designed for this exact type of trip. Snorkles, mask, fins and reef safe sunscreen are provided. The crew were friendly, helpful and informative giving information on the history of the area and assistance getting set up to get going in the water. We felt very safe with members of the crew in the water with us keeping a close watch just in case someone needs assistance. Crew were also up on the boat keeping an eye on everyone when we were in the water. Pastries and fresh fruit were available for breakfast along with a variety of sandwich fixings and soft drinks and chips for lunch. Alcohol was also available but since I don't drink I didn't notice if it was an open bar or not. The mood on the boat was friendly and relaxed. I would for sure do this trip again with the same outfit. Special thanks to Josh for making us feel so welcome, they're lucky to have you.
Captain Cook Snorkel
John,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Fun crew; stopped in 2 places to snorkel. First was OK; 2nd at Captain Cooks monument was good. In the bay we saw : Dolphins, lots ofof fish and an octopus. Good was good. Beer was an optional charge.
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