--- title: Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay lang: en type: tour city: Big Island country: United States price: 172 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.69 reviews: 1385 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 27 of 27 (Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-historical-dinner-cruise-to-kealakekua-bay/ --- # Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay **Guidekin's take:** Cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument at Kealakekua Bay with historical commentary, then return to Kona at sunset with live Hawaiian music. Dinner and one cocktail are included; make your own way to Kailua Kona Pier. 4.69 from 1385 reviews at €172 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #27 of 27 in Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Set sail on the west coast of Hawaii Island for a 3-hour cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument for dinner, as a local historian shares stories and legends of the sites you will see along the way. First cocktail is on the house! Listen in to live Hawaiian music and enjoy a magnificent sunset as you sail back to Kona. Don’t forget your camera and keep an eye out for dolphins and seasonal whales. Menu: Local Baby Spinach, Rincon Farms Strawberries, Big Island Feta Cheese, Candied Macadamia nuts with a Waimea Strawberry Vinaigrette (GF) Sea Salt–Brined Roasted Airline Chicken Served with red mashed potatoes, a Hamakua mushroom and roasted garlic Marsala demi-glace, sautéed spinach and mushrooms, and a warm coconut dinner roll with butter Vegetarian Option: Thai Coconut Curry with Hamakua Sweet Potatoes, Hawaiian Breadfruit, Carrots, & Bell Peppers (Vegan/GF) and Steamed Jasmine Rice (Vegan/GF) Must be requested 48 hours in advance. Dessert: Chocolate Torte with Raspberry Topping ## Before you book - Meeting point: All cruises board 30 minutes prior to… - Starts 16:00: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €172 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.69/5 from 1385 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Body Glove Cruises - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.69 from 1385 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1276 of 1385. - 5 stars: 1135 (82%) - 4 stars: 141 (10%) - 3 stars: 62 (4%) - 2 stars: 22 (2%) - 1 star: 25 (2%) ## What's included - Local guide - All taxes, fees and handling charges - Live entertainment - Free parking 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740-about a one block walk away from the pier. - Dinner - Live commentary on board - Beverages ## Not included - Gratuities - Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase - 1 complimentary drink included) - Guests must provide their own transportation to the Kailua Kona Pier. ## Itinerary 1. **Kailua Pier** (30m) - Boarding is 30 minutes prior to departure. Guests are greeted with Island Style Pupus (Appetizers), a complimentary cocktail, Historical Narration and live Hawaiian style music. 2. **Kealakekua Bay** (3h) - Cruise 24 miles round trip along Kona's Gold Coast learning Hawaiian history, stories, and legends. The narrator will point out many landmarks along the way to Kealakekua Bay that are not visible from land. The narration concludes upon arrival to the bay and dinner is served.... ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 16:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point All cruises board 30 minutes prior to departure. 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 (Ilima Court Shopping Center) is the address for Body Glove Cruises main office where the closest free parking is located. Guests must walk one block to the Kailua Kona Pier for boarding. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult. - Gluten free, vegan or vegetarian dietary meal requests must be called into 800-551-8911 48 hours prior to the cruise date. - This adventure is on Hawaii Island in Kailua Kona. - Liability waiver must be completed by all guests prior to boarding. - Hotel pick-up is not available. ## Compared with other Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #27 of 27** | €172 | 3h | 4.69 (1385) | shared | | [Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure](/usa/big-island/tours/kealakekua-bay-captain-cook-monument-snorkel-and-sail-adventure/?format=md) | €172 | 4h | 4.96 (722) | shared | | [Small Group Snorkeling Expedition South Kona](/usa/big-island/tours/small-group-snorkeling-expedition-south-kona/?format=md) | €182 | 5h | 4.98 (238) | shared | | [Deluxe Morning Snorkeling Adventure](/usa/big-island/tours/deluxe-morning-snorkeling-adventure/?format=md) | €130 | 4h | 4.96 (353) | shared | Ranked #27 of 27 in Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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