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Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Snorkel Tour 3 hr

TourTruth score 8.8 out of 10

Very goodTop 7% in Big Island of Hawaii

548 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Snorkel near the Captain Cook monument, then cruise the South Kona coast past sea caves with chances to spot marine life.

About this tour

Discover Kealakekua Bay on a 3-hour Captain Cook snorkel tour from Keauhou Bay. The bay’s protected waters and vibrant marine sanctuary make it a memorable place to explore beneath the surface, whether you’re an experienced snorkeler or just getting started.

Spend about an hour snorkeling in clear water near the Captain Cook monument, with snorkeling gear and flotation devices provided. Then cruise back along the South Kona coastline as your captain points out sea caves at the base of Hualalai and shares details about the area’s cultural and geological features. Keep watch for dolphins, whales, sea turtles, and even herds of goats along the way. Water, juice, and snacks are provided for the trip.

Meet at the office in Keauhou Bay, just past the Sheraton Resort & Spa. Choose this Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook snorkel tour for a chance to pair time in the water with a scenic coastal ride.

Highlights

  • Snorkel in the protected waters of Kealakekua Bay
  • Explore the water near the Captain Cook monument
  • Cruise along the South Kona coastline
  • Look for dolphins, whales, sea turtles, and goats
  • See sea caves at the base of Hualalai

What's included

Included

  • Water and juice
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Flotation devices, including snorkeling vests and view finder boards
  • Snorkeling gear

Not included

  • Towels
  • Sunscreen
  • Swimsuits

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Important information

  • Check in at the office in Keauhou Bay, just past the Sheraton Resort & Spa
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
  • Swimming and snorkeling experience is not necessary but recommended
  • You must be able to climb a short pool ladder
  • Pregnant travelers and people with back or neck injuries are restricted

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.92 on Viator and 4.92 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.8. Top 7% in Big Island of Hawaii means it ranks in the top 7% of tours in Big Island of Hawaii by this score.

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