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
1,216 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth Your Evening!
Aryan S,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00This cruise has it all! Great dinner, music, service, historical narration, and unforgettable views. The whole experience is about 3 hours where the first half goes from Kailua Pier to the Captain Cook Monument and the second half is when the boat goes out to sea to watch that classic Hawaiian sunset and then back to Kailua Pier. My party and I enjoyed the food a lot. You get a salad, entree, and dessert along with drinks (you will have to open a tab if you want alcohol). The beef short rib was amazing, melt in mouth good, along with the rest of my food. The rest of my party got the vegetarian Thai curry which they also enjoyed. First critique would be that I wished the menu was expanded a bit more to include either a chicken or fish option. Some members of my party only ordered the vegetarian option because they don't eat beef but would've got a chicken or fish if it was available. Second critique is that the boat ride is not as gentle as they claim to be. While no one in my party got seasick, I witnessed other guests being escorted to the bottom deck to ease their discomfort. The boat has a bottom and top deck so if seasickness is a concern for you, bring medicine and stick to the bottom deck. If you're looking for a chill evening event while planning your trip to the Big Island, I would definitely recommend adding this experience to your itinerary!
The whole experience was...
Scott p,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00The whole experience was terrific! The views were stunning and the food was delicious. The staff was super attentive and helpful!
Traveler
Truett W,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a nice boat ride. The food was good and the desert was even better. Very informative on the hawaiian culture. We saw a pod of dolphins which made great photos.
Fantastic Time
Andrew F,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00There were swells but the cruise ship left anyway. Once out of harbor pretty smooth sailing. We had a fun crows on board. Crew were great. Dinner good too. They bring you drinks if you don't want to go to bar. Beautiful sunset views at the end.
Take motion sickness meds before you ride!!!
Lisa C,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
3.00Pretty sunset and good food and service. I asked the staff if the boat would move as much as it was on the pier and they said no. They also said the cover on the top deck would keep us dry? He said no to both and both were blatant lies!!! 3 hours sitting on a boat that Jared you all over the place!! They need to warn people about this!! We are done with all sunset boat rides!! We expected a more level ride.
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