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title: Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument
lang: en
type: tour
city: Big Island
country: United States
price: 163
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.91
reviews: 485
duration_minutes: 270
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 9 of 27 (Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-morning-snorkel-to-captain-cook-monument/
---

# Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument

**Guidekin's take:** Sail from Keauhou Bay Pier along the Kona coastline to snorkel by the Captain Cook Monument in Kealakekua Bay. Breakfast, buffet lunch, snorkel gear and a marine naturalist briefing are included; you must know how to swim. 4.91 from 485 reviews at €163 per person for 4h 30m.

In our comparison: #9 of 27 in Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Ensure you find some of the best snorkeling sites in Hawaii on this sail and snorkel adventure leaving from Keauhou Bay Pier. 

Set sail along the Kona coastline toward the Captain Cook Monument, where your adventure begins. Jump into the clear water to explore the vibrant reef of the marine sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay, which is home to schools of colorful fish and pods of spinner dolphins. Your tour includes breakfast, lunch, non-alcoholic drinks, and equipment such as snorkeling gear and a flotation noodle.

Explore some of Hawaii's best snorkeling sites, and get insights into the marine life from your guides: Fish identification cards are provided. Snorkel in confidence under the supervision of your guides. Departs from the Keauhou Bay finger pier.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Keauhou Bay finger pier,
- Starts 08:30: one departure a day
- Food included: Snacks, Deli-style buffet lunch,,…

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €163 per person
- Duration: 4h 30m
- Rating: 4.91/5 from 485 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Sea Paradise
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:30
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.91 from 485 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 476 of 485.

- 5 stars: 460 (95%)
- 4 stars: 16 (3%)
- 3 stars: 3 (1%)
- 2 stars: 4 (1%)
- 1 star: 2 (0%)

## What's included

- Reef Safe Sunscreen
- Snacks
- All snorkel gear (mask, fins, flotation noodle)
- Deli-style buffet lunch,
- Marine Naturalist briefing
- Continental breakfast

## Not included

- Gratuities are 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

## Itinerary

1. **Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve** (1h; admission included) - Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969
2. **The Captain Cook Monument** (1h) - World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:30
- 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

Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Check in 8:15 AM. Departs 8:30 AM. Returns ~1:00 PM.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All snorkelers must know how to swim
- Non-swimmers may not enter the water
- Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on day tours (Morning and Afternoon Snorkel)
- The Hoku Nui motor-sails when there is no wind
- Swimming and water safety: For the safety of all guests, the captain and crew may reserve the right to remove a guest from the water, if they determine the guest’s swimming ability or current conditions pose a safety risk. All guests must follow Captain and crew instructions while participating in water activities.
- Advise Staff of any Dietary Restrictions 24 hrs prior to tour

## Compared with other Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #9 of 27** | €163 | 4h 30m | 4.91 (485) | 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 #9 of 27 in Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €228, median €143; typical length 4h. 1 of 27 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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