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
1,295 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Breath taken, historical and heartwarming people!
Maurine D,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The communication with Viator is so easy and prompt. We used them in Europe and here. Their tours are so breathtaking, historical and heartwarming people that works for Viator.
Henry’s Party
David H,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Henry our guide could not have been any better. Thoughtful, polite, knowledgeable, funny, gracious, amazing. We hit all the spots we wanted to in one day.
Must do!!
Chantell W,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best cruise on the island!! The food was amazing, music was the best I’ve ever heard and the story teller was too notch!!
Fun, Friendly, Great Music!!
Jasmin O,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a great time and a great crew! They were friendly, food was great, the historical narration was awesome, and the live music had everyone singing and dancing!
Perfect celebration event
Amanda M,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was amazing and perfect for holiday celebration. Highly recommended. The food, the staff, the entertainment, amazing
Beautiful experience!
Jody S,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful cruise.we had so much fun. I would highly recommend this for everyone who visits the big island. The food was very good. Fun watching the crew deliver with such grace on a rocking boat. The history was an informative part. Music was great! Beautiful sunset and saw some spinner dolphins.
A perfect evening on the water from Kona.
James T,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spinner dolphins, flying fish, whales, Captain Cook Monument and sunset + multi course dinner and a free drink - a perfect way to spend an evening in Kona! If you get seasick or motion sick, may not be right for you - take dramamine beforehand or bring with you if you think you might need it. Crew and musician were all excellent and full of aloha!
A wonderful sunset cruise
williamj230,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful cruise! Beautiful weather, interesting history, good food and a great sunset!
The dinner cruise was...
Collin J,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The dinner cruise was amazing. The guide was very knowledgeable and the food was great! The servers were extremely friendly. Even though it was a little overcast everything was fantastic. We saw a pod of dolphins and just when we thought it was time to head home a whale came to say hello. Absolutely incredible experience!
Good dinner, nice trip.
Sylvia C,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting commentary; nice music. Dinner was good, staff very friendly and accommodating. Do take a jacket if you plan to sit outside.
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