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Captain Cook Monument

Captain Cook Monument Tours

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Afternoon Sail & Snorkel to the Captain Cook Monument

Badge of ExcellenceKahaluu-Keauhou, United States

From $134.64

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  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Good for avoiding crowds

Overview

Sail up the scenic Kona coastline, getting views of ancient lava flows and verdant cliffs, and stopping at the Captain Cook Monument, on this afternoon sail in Kealakekua Bay. Slip into the water using the provided snorkeling gear to see vibrant schools of fish, living coral, and even pods of spinner dolphins. Learn about the area's underwater flora, fauna, and ecosystem through guided commentary.
  • Light snacks to keep you fueled up
  • Use of snorkel gear, boogie boards, and flotation devices
  • Use of reef-safe sunscreen
  • Follow a guide on a snorkel tour of the Captain Cook Monument

What's Included

  • Light Snacks (Chips, Fruit, Beverages)
  • Masks, Fins, Snorkels, Flotation Noodles
  • Snorkeling
  • Reef Safe Sunscreen
  • Snacks
  • Filtered Water
  • Gratuities not included but greatly appreciated
  • Alcoholic beverages are available onboard for additional charge with a credit card purchase only
  • Due to safety concerns we do not allow full face masks on our tours

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

  • Keauhou Bay
    Keauhou Bay, Kahaluu-Keauhou, HI 96740, USA

    Check in location for Hoku Nui is at 1:45pm at Keauhou Bay located at the end of Kaleiopapa Street continuing past the boat ramps. You may park on Kaleiopapa Street. Do not check into any buildings. Hoku Nui is a 50 foot Catamaran with a blue sail bag. The boat departs Keauhou Bay at 2pm.

Start time

01:45 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Advise Staff of any Dietary Restrictions 48 hrs prior to tour
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 44 travelers
Operated by Sea Paradise

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Traveler Tips

I highly recommend this tour to anyone with families or even just for a fun date.
My husband is not usually a snorkeling fan because he can't see the fish without his glasses, but they had corrective goggles and he was able to enjoy.
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Highly recommend
Trina_A, Jan 2023
So beautiful. Great snorkeling and friendly, helpful staff. The history is fascinating. It was one of my favorite outings.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Aloha Trina, Mahalo Nui Loa for taking your time to leave us a great review. We are glad to hear that you had an amazing experience with us in general. Indeed, Kealakekua Bay is rich in history that we can offer and experience to all our guests. We highly appreciate you for choosing us to be a part of your once in a lifetime experience. Safe Travels! A Hui Hou!
Great experience, amazing crew and wonderful spot to learn how to surf! Thank you!
Olga_H, Jan 2023
Careful and engaging crew. Good land preparation before approaching the water! Thank you! We will be back :)
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Mahalo for the review!We hope to have you join us in the future. Aloha and ā hui hou
New boat, very...
Kevin_M, Jan 2023
New boat, very professional nice crew. What we expected. Not like the old days when snacks were not pringles and orange slices. I recommend to take your own snacks. Other than that it is a nice time.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Thank you for choosing Sea Paradise for your snorkel experience! We are happy you had a nice time and enjoyed the crew and the new boat.The afternoon charter does offer light snacks of fresh cut maui gold pineapple , oranges, chips and cookies.If its more of a meal your looking for we offer a light breakfast, sandwiches, and salad on the deluxe morning tour.Of course as you mentioned you can always bring any snacks that you would prefer as well! We hope to see you again for your next snorkel here on Hawai'i island! Mahalo nui
A family fun and safe...
Niles_B, Dec 2022
A family fun and safe experience. The crew and Boat were very appropriate to the activity. The snorkeling itself was an incredible experience.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Aloha Niles! We are so happy you enjoyed the afternoon snorkel with our amazing staff and beautiful snorkeling spot! Hope to see you again! Mahalo nui loa.
Lots of Fun and a great afternoon
KathleenC, Dec 2022
Nice trip. Good for an afternoon. The boat is new and the staff was very friendly. Nice to be in a smaller group.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Thank you for choosing Sea Paradise for your snorkeling adventures. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the our friendly crew and the new boat. We hope to see you soon! Mahalo!
A relaxing afternoon
David_M, Dec 2022
My wife and I made a last minute decision to book the cruise. The weather was perfect, except for the lack of wind. This meant that the sail was of little value. The captain and crew were all very friendly and helpful. Snorkeling at Captain Cook Monument was OK, but I'd heard from friends it was "the best ever." Not for us... at least not on that day. The cruise back was nice. All in all it was a pleasant, relaxing afternoon.
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Aloha David, Mahalo Nui Loa for taking your time to leave us a great review. We from Sea Paradise are honored for choosing us to be a part of your sea adventure. We highly appreciate you for recognizing our friendly and accommodating crew. We hope to welcome you again onboard! A Hui Hou!
Love snorkeling in Hawaii
Janet_A, Dec 2022
Good crew, good visible in ocean. Good snorkeling Good weather. Helpful crew. Snacks and drinks. Enjoyed the boat and ride
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Aloha Janet and Mahalo for taking the time to leave a us review. We hope you can join us again in the future maybe for a manta ray tour? Mahalo and safe travels
1 traveler found this review helpful
Seamless Sail and Snorkel
Jamie_T, Dec 2022
It was a seamless sail from beginning to end. The crew was helpful and made sure we were all safe!!!
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Aloha We are so happy you enjoyed the afternoon snorkel with our helpful staff and beautiful snorkeling spot! Hope to see you again! Mahalo nui loa.
Snorkel tour.
David_J, Dec 2022
Great snorkeling with a wonderful crew! Everyone was very friendly and we had an excellent time. I would highly recommend this excursion.
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Aloha David and Mahalo for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy you enjoyed your time aboard HokuNui and we hope to see you again in the future! Safe travels and A Hui Hou!
Excellent! Worth it!
Brenda_M, Nov 2022
The crew of Meghan and Logan and Capt. Eddie were terrific and made sure everyone was safe in water and respectful of the Boundaries we should be in. The fish were amazing and we even had a pod of dolphins with us!!😁😊
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Aloha and Mahalo for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy you enjoyed your time with our amazing crew ,and overall experience! We hope to have the opportunity to take you out again on a future tour! Mahalo nui!
Fantastic
Aimee_S, Nov 2022
Crew was awesome, the boat was super clean. Just excellent all around! The history knowledge the staff had was a plus!
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Mahalo for the review! We are so happy that the boat and staff offered you a memorable experience. We hope to see you again on one of tours! Aloha
Dolphins!
brooke_b, Nov 2022
We had a nice boat ride to the monument. Saw a pod of dolphins. The guides and captain were great. We had some fresh fruit on the way there and good drinks on the way back. Very fun time.
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Wow! What a treat to see the dolphins on your tour as a surprise edition to your enjoyable experience with us! Mahalo for taking the time to write a review! We hope you will come enjoy our boat again! Aloha
Awesome experience. Best snorkeling I've done so far!
Raja_H, Nov 2022
Staff were knowledgeable, polite, extremely helpful with putting the snorkeling gear on, even helping with snorkeling for newbies and efficient.
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Aloha Raja, Thank you for choosing Sea Paradise for your snorkeling adventures. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the company of our crew and found them helpful. We hope to see you soon!
Awesome Day!!
Jolene_P, Nov 2022
This cruise was a small group, perfect size and the boat was not too big. The staff was friendly and informative. I would definitely do this one again! Amazing snorkeling spot too!!
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Aloha We are so happy you enjoyed the afternoon snorkel with our informative staff and beautiful snorkeling spot! Hope to see you again! Mahalo nui loa.
Great adventure
Robert_H, Nov 2022
From start to finish the afternoon was amazing. Best snorkeling I have ever done. Capt Morgan(yes that is his name) and crew Asia and Roe were over the top with making everyone feel comfortable and safe. They even got my wife into the water which she was timid about doing so. She had a great time. Snacks were great and the cocktails after snorkeling were also wonderful. They should not change anything they are doing. A prime example of outstanding customer service. They more than fulfilled the price of the afternoon sail. Thanks Capt Morgan and Crew
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Aloha and Mahalo for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy you enjoyed your time with our amazing crew ,and liked the snacks and experience! We hope to have the opportunity to take you out again on a future tour! Mahalo nui!
1 traveler found this review helpful
Great for any person!
Morgan_L, Nov 2022
We had an amazing time, great captain and crew! Wondering experience and the snorkeling was very plentiful in array of fish to see.
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Aloha We appreciate you coming out with us and are so happy you had an amazing experience. We hope to see you see you again! Mahalo nui loa!
Awesome day
Joseph_M, Nov 2022
The crew was great. Entertaining and accommodating. It was a beautiful boat. We got to snorkel in an excellent spot. I would definitely do it again and recommend it to others.
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Aloha Joseph, We appreciate you taking the time to leave us such a wonderful recommendation and are so happy you enjoyed your day out on the water. We hope to have the pleasure of you joining us soon for more adventures!
A great experience with really helpful crew
paul_n, Oct 2022
I am not particularly comfortable in water and had never done snorkelling before. However, Eden and Logan were both really helpful and did their very best to reassure me. I am very grateful to both of them.
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Aloha Paul, Mahalo Nui Loa for leaving us a great review. We are glad to hear that despite of no experience in snorkeling you're braved enough to do it so. We are highly honored for choosing us in making this once in a lifetime experience. We appreciate you for recognizing our well-trained and friendly crew. We hope to see you on your next sea adventure! A Hui Hou!
Awesome day, smooth sail....
STUART_U, Oct 2022
Awesome day, smooth sail. Snorkeling was great!! Lots of information about the history of the bay and the monument. Great time!!
Response from Host, Oct 2022
Aloha, Mahalo Nui Loa for leaving us a great review. We are glad to hear that you had an awesome tour with us in overall. We hope to see you again on your next sea adventure! Safe Travels! A Hui Hou!
From ND to the sea
Shelley_F, Oct 2022
This my first trip outside the contiguous North American continent. I am thrilled to have gone snorkeling with your terrific crew at the tender age of 74. I would do this again but would want to do the Manta ray trip. Thank you for the opportunity to have a great and beautiful experience mahola
Response from Host, Oct 2022
Aloha Shelley, Mahalo Nui Loa for leaving us a great review. We are highly honored you for choosing us to be a part of your once in a lifetime experience. We can't wait to welcome you again onboard. Safe Travels! A Hui Hou!
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