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‘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.
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.
Options
Historical Lunch Cruise
Historical Dinner Cruise
Main entrée is beef. Special meal requests must be made 48 hours in advance and before departure.
Reviews
1,244 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sunset dinner cruise
Alan T,
Nov 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Captain was great! Along with the historian and live music. Meal and drinks absolutely delicious! Witnessed a couple get engaged on this expedition
So good I had to go twice!
270summerd,
Nov 2, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00We went on two tours with Body Glove the historical dinner on 10/21 and the snorkel tour on 10/25 and both were amazing! The vibes on the dinner cruise were incredible- the bartender Mayara made the best drinks and crew member Chris has awesome dance moves! The snorkel tour was just as fun! Lunch was great and I loved the relaxation station the crew set up. I loved how attentive the staff was and how they payed attention to our safety. I would definitely recommend taking a tour with Body Glove.
Beautiful and educational.
M453WHdanielm,
Nov 1, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00It was our anniversary, and the crew made it wonderful! We learned so much from the historian. Beautiful boat and not crowded at all.
Very happy with this excursion, well worth it.
Greg A,
Nov 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00This excursion was well worth the money. It was pleasant, relaxing and food was excellent. Crew was fabulous, so attentive.
Dinner cruise
chrispy4b,
Oct 29, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience! Crew was excellent! Boat was clean. Dinner was amazing! Best meat I have ever had! Music was wonderful. Very informative about the history of what we were seeing. Saw parts of the big island I had not seen before. So great to see from the boat.
Well worth the money!!
seenenough2024,
Oct 29, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00This was a well run sunset cruise with an excellent staff and very good food and drinks. The cost was mid-range but the service was above normal. They had a nice wide catamaran which was comfortable and stable. The guide was very informative and entertaining. Well worth the money.
Scenic boat cruise
Colleen B,
Oct 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Good dinner. Helpful staff. Great musician who played during breaks in the historical tour. Accessible for someone with a game but arrive early for a downstairs table.
Dinner and sunset on the boar
IrishLadyfromOR,
Oct 25, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Body Glove Hawaii   0:33      0:33       0:35       0:35  View all  Body Glove Hawaii 4.8 (2.3K) Boat tour agency in Kailua, HawaiiOpen Overview Products Services Reviews Photos By owner About                     Reviews from the web Facebook4.7/5400 votesManawa4.7/534,742 reviews Google review summary 54321 4.8 (2,286) Rate and review Share your experience to help others Reviews All dinner454 spinner dolphins101 historian52 musician48 +6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest  katie Muldoon Local Guide·11 reviews·17 photos We did the sunset dinner sail. It was spectacular. The food was very good and the crew was excellent. We had a blast.  Shawna Kobayashi 1 review·3 photos 2 weeks ago New Everything about the snorkeling tour was great. From the making of the reservation to check-in to all the fun on the boat to bidding farewell the staff were so courteous and helpful. We loved the swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding, … More     Body Glove Hawaii (Owner) 2 weeks ago Aloha! We're delighted to hear you had such a wonderful time with us. Your compliments truly warm our hearts, and we're so pleased that you enjoyed every moment from start to finish. Thank you for recommending our tour, we can't wait to have you onboard again for more fun in the sun! 🌊  Jodee Fortner 3 reviews·3 photos Edited 4 days ago New This was an amazing experience. The crew was very knowledgeable and attentive to all our needs. We stopped at two snorkeling areas which were beautiful. The captain had history information which was interesting. The food was good especially the cookie! It was a memorable experience for sure 100% recommend     Body Glove Hawaii (Owner) 5 days ago Hi Jodee! What a joy it is to read your wonderful review! 😊 We are so glad that our crew could contribute to such a memorable experience. It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the snorkeling spots and the tasty cookie. We hope to see you on another adventure with us soon!  [email protected] Linda Local Guide·15 reviews·23 photos 2 weeks ago New Great day out on the Body Glove snorkel trip. 4 hours on the boat, taken to 2 snorkeling spots. All the staff were friendly and attentive to needs. McKenna was great in the water, talking about the various lava formations and fish. The lunch was uncomplicated but tasty and lots of drinks to keep you hydrated.      Body Glove Hawaii (Owner) 2 weeks ago Hello! It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed your snorkeling adventure with us! McKenna is indeed amazing, and we're glad our team made it a memorable day for you. We appreciate you highlighting the details, including the tasty lunch and drinks! Looking forward to welcoming you back aboard soon!             katie Muldoon Local Guide·11 reviews·17 photos just now New We did the sunset dinner sail. It was spectacular. The food was very good and the crew was excellent. We had a blast.
Sunset dinner cruise
Lorraine D,
Oct 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great alternative to a luau. The food was wonderful. The service and drinks were really good, too. The entertainment made it even better. Beautiful tour with awesome sunset views. You are exposed to the elements so check the weather before booking. It was really windy on our day but, we still enjoyed it.
You got to go !
Don T,
Oct 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00The staff is great The boat is great The scenery s great The food is fantastic This was our second dinner cruise! One birthday and one anniversary, Next time we aren't going to need a reason Oh the sunset was GREAT!
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