Surround yourself with beautiful scenery, dolphins and the occasional humpback whale as you paddle a kayak in picturesque Kealakekua Bay! This narrated Big Island tour will take you through a marine life conservation district on your way to the Captain Cook Monument at Kaawaloa Point. Along the way, your guide will highlight Hawaiian temples, burial caves, sea cliffs and much more. When you reach the monument, go for a hike, enjoy lunch or a snack and dive into the clear blue waters for an unforgettable snorkeling experience.

Highlights

  • Kayak and snorkeling tour in Kealakekua Bay on the Big Island
  • An unforgettable Hawaiian adventure!
  • Kayak through the bay to Captain Cook Monument with your local guide
  • Spot Hawaiian spinner dolphins and humpback whales
  • Snorkel in the clear blue water
  • 6-hour tour includes lunch; 3.5-hour tour includes snacks

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Experience Kealakekua Bay’s beauty and wildlife on either a 6-hour or 3.5-hour kayaking and snorkeling tour. Your guided Big Island adventure starts at Napoopoo Landing, where you’ll hop in your kayak and paddle through the bay toward Captain Cook Monument at Kaawaloa Point. Along the way, catch glimpses of playful Hawaiian spinner dolphins while you soak up the tropical atmosphere. Keep your eyes out for the occasional humpback whale, too!

As you paddle, your guide will tell you the historical background of the island and point out natural features like the Pali o Kapu o Keoua (towering sea cliffs), Napoopoo Beach and the remains of the village of Kaawaloa.

When you reach Captain Cook Monument, leave your kayak on the shore and spend time exploring the great Hawaiian outdoors! On the 6-hour tour, you’ll have two hours of snorkeling time (one hour each in two separate locations) and one hour of hiking before refueling with lunch at the monument. The 3.5-hour abbreviated tour includes the same, but with only one hour of snorkeling and a quick snack instead of a lunch break. 

Both options end with you and your guide kayaking back to Napoopoo Landing.

Schedule Details

Snorkel, Kayak and Dolphin Experience in the Big Island’s Kealakekua Bay

Snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay

Departs:

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Departure Point: Napoopoo Landing 

Departure Time:

8am - 3.5-hour tour on Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat
8:30am - 6-hour tour daily
1pm - 3.5-hour tour on Tues, Thurs, Sat 

Duration:

Varies

Return details:

Returns to original departure point

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Tour options:
8am DepartureCode: 0800AM
3.5-hour tour departs at 8am. Includes snack.
From USD $124.45 Pricing details
8:30am DepartureCode: 0830AM
6-hour tour departs at 8:30am. Includes lunch.
From USD $177.57 Pricing details
1pm DepartureCode: 1300PM
3.5-hour tour departs at 1pm. Includes snack.
From USD $124.45 Pricing details

Additional Information

Inclusions:
    • Local guide
    • Lunch on 6-hour tour; snacks on 3.5-hour tour
    • All necessary equipment
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off  
Additional Info:

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

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