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.
Menu:
Local Baby Spinach, Rincon Farms Strawberries, Big Island Feta Cheese, Candied Macadamia nuts with a Waimea Strawberry Vinaigrette (GF)
Sea Salt–Brined Roasted Airline Chicken
Served with red mashed potatoes, a Hamakua mushroom and roasted garlic Marsala demi-glace, sautéed spinach and mushrooms,
and a warm coconut dinner roll with butter
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
1,307 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good not great.
G2301PSjohnf,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00For US$200 per head this tour was a little disappointing. Put forward as a dinner cruise, but within 15 mins of leaving the pier at 4pm, the meal was served ! It took a little over an hour to cruise down to the Capt Cook monument. Plenty of photo time allocated. The return trip was cruising further out to sea quite slowly, the purpose of this was to kill time waiting for the sunset around 6.40pm. The sunset was however worth waiting for.
Dinner Cruise with dolphins and manatees
Connie H,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Expect a fun time! We were treated to a spinning dolphin and manatee show! The crew and captain make it a fun experience! Dinner was good
Beautiful and Informative Cruise
Linda C,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful trip aboard the Body Glove boat to learn about the history and culture of the Big Island. My husband and I enjoyed it immensely!! Added bonus: fun and beautiful dolphins accompanying us along our cruise.
Fun trip
Kevin N,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Relaxing evening with a good crew and music. Was able to see the Hawaii coast and even saw dolphins. Great sunset
It’s worth it!
Lisa N,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The narration and entertainment was wonderful! The staff absolutely incredible!!! The food so-so. Chicken was undercooked
Wonderful crew and cruise
jilleen c,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The crew were absolutely wonderful ! Fun attentive friendly you couldn’t ask for a better crew to take you on your adventure . Food and drinks were good views were incredible but the crew brought it all home !
Wonderful cruise with...
Beate B,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful cruise with good food, good music and guiding. The sunset was wonderful. Very romantic setting. Worth it!
Great food, music, history and sunset!
sarahfN1331RY,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing dinner cruise! The live music, food, and history of the island were outstanding! I attended with two family members that are vegan, they offered 3 courses that were delicious and fit their needs. The chicken, salad and yummy cheesecake were fantastic. Loved the signature lychee drink! I would highly recommend this dinner and sunset cruise to anyone!
Such a fun way to spend the evening!
kbadventure,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Carlos and his team are great! He sets clear safety expectations from the start and then it’s time for fun! Dinner was impressive as was the staff. It was a windy night and they brought everything to us. The boat was well equipped with drink holders which helped a lot. It was pouring on the mountain and around us, yet the captain ensured we never got wet. This was a great sunset dinner cruise that we highly recommend.
Wonderful Dinner Tour
John E,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely wonderful experience. The staff was amazing and very friendly. The food was delicious, and the music and atmosphere were an absolute delight. The tour guide and history lesson during dinner was very enlightening and the trip back to dock during the sunset was spectacular. I highly recommend this event.
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