About Dolphin Discoveries – Captain Cook Snorkel Adventure
You climb into a comfortable rigid-hull raft and set a course south along Kona's rugged shoreline. Sea caves and lava tubes carved by molten rock reveal secret passageways while your guide shares stories of ancient battles and coastal legends. The three-hour tour blends sightseeing with pure ocean fun.
Kealakekua Bay soon appears, its calm turquoise water protected by towering cliffs and watched over by Captain Cook's Monument. Slip on your mask and follow your guide into one of Hawai'i's most vibrant marine sanctuaries. Clouds of yellow tang, parrotfish and moorish idol swirl around branching coral, and curious fish often swim right up to you.
Once everyone is back on board, you search the open water for resident spinner dolphins. In winter months you also scan the horizon for the spouts of migrating humpback whales. Throughout the ride the crew shares facts about local wildlife and explains how to spot them.
Tour Highlights
- Dolphin and whale watch combined with a guided snorkel tour
- Cruise the historic Kona Coast and explore hidden sea caves and lava tubes
- Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay beneath Captain Cook's Monument
- Learn about dolphins, whales and reef ecology from your crew
Tour Inclusions
- Snacks
- Snorkel gear
- Flotation devices including vests and view-finder boards
- Water and juice
- Bottled water
Activity Notes
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Exclusions
- Private transportation
- Restroom on board
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age to attend tour is 6yrs old
- Must be comfortable treading water and swimming unassisted
- Electronic Waiver required to be signed prior to tour
- Must be under 285 lbs
- Must be able to climb up a metal ladder to get back in the boat
- Our vessels are RHIBS (zodiac style boats; seating is on a pontoon).
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- We have full discretion to refuse service to guests based on attire, behavior, physical fitness & condition
- Restroom facilities not available on boat
- Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
Meeting & Check-in
- Meeting point: To Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740. Located in inside the center in the courtyard behind Tropics, KTA & Bianelli's. Once checked in, you will drive to Keauhou Bay where the crew will greet you for the tour. If Ubering, schedule 2 stops in the app.
- End point: Tour will end upon return to the dock at Keauhou Bay. There is no need to return to our store upon return.
- Pickup: Meet at the designated start point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Vendor
This activity is operated by Dolphin Discoveries.
