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Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel

4.7 · 82 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 93% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Big Island Operated by C Big Island Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Likely to sell out
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
09:00, 10:00, 12:00, 13:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

This shore excursion departs Kailua Kona Pier for snorkeling beside Captain Cook's monument at Kealakekua Bay.

Snorkel gear, flotation devices, lunch and refreshments are included; children must be at least five, and the boat is not wheelchair accessible. 4.7 from 82 reviews at €90 per person for 3h.

In our comparison: #22 of 27 in Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

30 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Ride Along (No Snorkeling)The page priceBoat Ride Along : NON-SWIMMING OPTION. For those who want to come for a boat ride with their families but don't want to get in the water. Pickup included€90
Emerald Princess 10:00 am TripDuration: 3 hours 10:00 am : check in 9:45 am Pickup included€136
Afternoon Snorkel - NCL Pride Pride of America : The afternoon snorkel departs from the Kailua Kona Pier 12:45 pm check in 1:00pm departure Pickup included€136
Prin. Ruby Princess 12:00 pmDuration: 3 hours 12:00 pm Noon: 11:45 am check in Pickup included€136
Carnival LuminosaDuration: 3 hours 10:00 am : Check in 9:45 am Pickup included€136

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Included and not included

  • Snorkel gear equipment
  • Includes lunch, snacks & refreshments
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Flotation devices
  • Port pickup from Kailua Kona Pier
  • Professional local captain and crew
  • Gratuities
  • Private Tour
  • Towel and Sunscreen

Reviews

4.7
82 ratings
Viator 72 · Tripadvisor 10

93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 76 of 82

Star breakdown of all 82 ratings

5 stars
69 · 84%
4 stars
7 · 9%
3 stars
3 · 4%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
3 · 4%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
CRUISE SHIP GUESTS: Check-in Time 15 min prior to departure time. This tour departs from the Kailua-Kona pier. When you get off your tender look for your guide holding a sign that says " C Big Island / Dolphin Reef Snorkel"
Departure
09:00, 10:00, 12:00, 13:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
C Big Island Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Minimum age is 5 years

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Boat is not wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Food included Includes lunch, snacks & refreshments
  • Age rule Minimum age is 5 years

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #22 of 27€903h4.7 (82)shared
Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure€1724h4.96 (722)shared
Small Group Snorkeling Expedition South Kona€1825h4.98 (238)shared
Deluxe Morning Snorkeling Adventure€1304h4.96 (353)shared

Ranked #22 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. Compare all 27 Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours

From €90 per adult · Ride Along (No Snorkeling)