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Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour
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Overview
4 hours • Kona Marina Departure • 8am or 12:45pm • Ages 4+
Exploring the Big Island's Kona Coast on our 24-foot Zodiac boats is an experience of a lifetime!
Time & Duration
4 Hour Tour
- 8:00am (7:45am Check-in)
- 12:45pm (12:30pm Check-in)
- Available on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday
Award Winning Kealakekua Bay Raft & Snorkel
For over four decades, our Captains have introduced visitors to an array of nature’s secret wonders that can only be experienced in a Zodiac. The small group atmosphere of our expedition allows for a personal and intimate tour.
The sounds of the sea provide the background as your Naturalist Captain “talks story” about Hawaiian folklore and history. Frequent sightings of dolphins, manta rays, turtles and other marine life add to the adventure as you zip across the waves on this exhilarating and fun expedition. The quick moving and agile Zodiac boats provide excitement that has made them recognized worldwide as the best way to explore the marine environment.
Only the Zodiacs can get close to the many lava tubes, sea caves, sea grottos and wave powered blow holes. You will learn how the island was formed as the Captains share their knowledge about the geology of the island’s lava flows.
Our destination is Kealakekua Bay, which is a National Marine Park and the site of the Captain Cook Monument. This area is one of Hawaii’s premier snorkel spots with incredible visibility and calm conditions. All snorkel gear, high quality silicone masks, Rx masks, fins, float boards and detailed instruction will be provided. Kealakekua Bay is full of Hawaiian history and the events will be recounted by the crew while you enjoy our tropical snack of fresh pineapple, fruits, chips, cookies and assortment of refreshing soft drinks.
Due to the bouncy nature of our ride however, we do not allow any persons with back or neck problems or pregnant ladies.
What's Included
All snorkel gear, high quality silicone masks, Rx masks, fins, float boards or vests and detailed instruction
Meeting And Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Meeting point
Street: 74-425 Kealakehe Pkwy. Ste 16
City: Kailua-Kona
Country: US
Postal Code: 96740
Province: HI
Additional Info
Check-in
- Please arrive 15 min prior to your tour start time
What to bring:
- Wear swimsuits
- Light cover-up
- Backpack or small bag with:
- Towels
- Sun protection (including reef safe sunscreen, hats or visors and sunglasses)
- Cameras
- Reusable water bottle (also available for purchase in store)
Notes/Restrictions: No persons with back/neck problems, pregnant ladies or persons whom have had any recent major surgeries are permitted to go on Captain Zodiac.
Please note that it is now mandatory to use only reef safe sun protection in Kealakekua Bay. Always check the ingredients list when purchasing sunscreen, the only active ingredients should be zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. Please watch this video about the importance of reef safe sunscreen and help in doing your part to protect the reef for future generations. Click here
Cancellation Policy
We have a 48-hour cancellation policy. Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 48 hours notice of cancellation. For parties of 6 or more, we have a 72-hour cancellation policy. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. We require at least 6 passengers per boat to run our tours, and in the case of a low passenger count we may need to refund or rebook guests. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.
