Tours/Big Island of Hawaii/Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay
Viator · group up to 26 pax

Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay

4.9(155)Big Island of Hawaii1 hour
VIATOR4.9(112)TRIPADVISOR4.9(43)

Description

Set out from Kailua-Kona for a half-day snorkeling activity to Kealakekua Bay/Captain Cook, one of the top snorkeling destinations on the Big Island. Look for dolphins and other marine life in the wild, and then use the provided snorkeling gear upon arrival in Kealakekua Bay. This tour is suitable for all levels of experience and includes a picnic lunch.

Tour Options

Captain Cook/ Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling
Ride Along Option-non Swimming
  • Ride Along Option-Non Swimming: Ride Along Option: 4 hrs cruise along the Kona coast to the Kealakekua, enjoy boat ride with lunch. Enjoy most pristine place Duration: 4 hours: Ride Along Option: 4 hrs cruise along the Kona coast to the Kealakekua, enjoy boat ride with lunch. Enjoy most pristine place Bottled water Light refreshmen: Bottled water Light refreshments Snacks Lunch (sandwiches, fresh fruit) -if any diet restrictions, please bring food specifi

Highlights

Light refreshments
Lunch (sandwiches, fresh fruit) if any diet restrictions, please bring food specific to your needs.
For snorkeling option: Snorkeling gear(mask and snorkel), Fins and floatation device.
Bottled water
Professional Guide
Snacks

What's included

Included
Light refreshments
Lunch (sandwiches, fresh fruit) if any diet restrictions, please bring food specific to your needs.
For snorkeling option: Snorkeling gear(mask and snorkel), Fins and floatation device.
Bottled water
Professional Guide
Snacks

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Reviews(155)

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suzannen864
July 5, 2026
The total snorkeling package

This was the perfect snorkeling experience! Our captain, Bruce, was very knowledgeable about the history of the island as well as the ocean wildlife. We were able to snorkel for about 2 hours and had a tasty lunch while in the bay. A bonus for our kids was that the boat came equipped with a diving platform and slide, which they took advantage of. Shipmates Bruno and Jordan were very kind and helpful.

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Jennifer_C
June 30, 2026
Excellent tour

Beautiful ride to see the whole side of the island to the bay. The captain was very knowledgeable about the island. The food was good. They spent a lot of time in the Captain Cook snorkeling area. You got to jump off the boat or use the slide, which was a lot of fun for the family. He gave us a good view of the waves coming back from the cove. I would highly recommend this tour.

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Alyssa_B
June 22, 2026
Great crew and boat. Informative and entertaining

Be on time so you don’t hold up everyone else’s experience. Tip your crew, they are amazing! Worth the time

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Brandon_M
June 19, 2026
Captain Cook snorkel

Such a fun adventure and our two crew members will live in our memories forever they were both so good. I’m a bit older (50) and everyone feels younger and they two young guys were hilarious and making us all smile and laugh all day.

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915haileeg
June 18, 2026
Amazing Experience!

Amazing experience with Aleo and Kelly. Saw some amazing spinner dolphins on our way to Captain Cook saw some beautiful fish and learned about the history of the area. Me and my family had an unforgettable time!

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David T
June 17, 2026
Great Snorkeling on the Big Island

Had a great time on the Hang Loose Captain Cook Bay snorkeling trip. We saw a variety of fish and corals and the staff were super friendly. My family had a lot of fun jumping from the second story of the boat into the ocean and with the water slide.

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Allison_D
June 8, 2026
This was an incredible...

This was an incredible experience! Booking was easy and the captain and crew were amazing! We saw fish, dolphins, caves and Captain Bryce shared stories about the history of the island and this trip was 10/10! The lunch and snack were fabulous too! Big thanks to Captain Bryce (Spicoli…if ykyk), Kaden & Manoh. This crew was fabulous! We will do the night manta trip with them next! Thank you for the amazing aloha! Maholo 🌺 🐠 🐬 🌊 🌈

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Cassie_H
June 5, 2026
This experience was...

This experience was awesome. The swells caused a change of plans and we were given the option to reschedule or cancel for a full refund. They also told us they could take us to a different cove and we opted for that. They made it so fun and were so patient with the kids.

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Bradley_M
June 5, 2026
Great snorkeling trip,...

Great snorkeling trip, everything you want and expect for this kind of experience. Went the extra mile to find dolphins for the group.

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A_C
May 31, 2026
Wonderful excursion! The...

Wonderful excursion! The snorkeling is great, the boat was comfortable, and the guides were a lot of fun. Even got the opportunity to hang my camera in the water and get some good dolphin shots!

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