--- title: Kona Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves lang: en type: tour city: Big Island country: United States price: 108 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.79 reviews: 385 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 21 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-two-reef-snorkel-trip-see-captain-cook-monument-sea-caves/ --- # Kona Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves **Guidekin's take:** Snorkel two reefs near Captain Cook's Monument and Puuhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park, with sea caves along the route. Gear, flotation noodles, snacks and drinks are included; children must be at least six and accompanied by an adult. 4.79 from 385 reviews at €108 per person for 4h. In our comparison: #21 of 27 in Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Join us to see the underwater beauty near Captain Cook's Monument and Puuhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park. Usually, at this time of day, the waters of the Kona coast are crystal clear and offer great visibility. View over 100 different varieties of tropical fish along with an occasional reef shark or sea turtle. These lively snorkeling spots are home to a variety of marine life. Your Crew will teach you a little Hawaiian history along the way. As you cruise, you will enjoy spectacular views of Big Island's rugged coastline, along with views of sea caves and lava tubes. If you are lucky, you may spot a pod of dolphins or a whale, which can be found here year-round (humpback whale migration is seasonal!) ## Before you book - Meeting point: To Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food included: Snacks, fruit, juice and bottled water - Age rule: Minimum age to attend tour is 6yrs old **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €108 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.79/5 from 385 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Dolphin Discoveries - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.79 from 385 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 365 of 385. - 5 stars: 344 (89%) - 4 stars: 21 (5%) - 3 stars: 7 (2%) - 2 stars: 8 (2%) - 1 star: 5 (1%) ## What's included - Friendly knowledgeable guides - Snacks, fruit, juice and bottled water - Mask, Fins, Snorkel, Pool Noodles included ## Not included - Gratuities for your crew always appreciated - Please bring towel and cover-up - Use reef safe sunscreen (zinc based is recommended- no oxybenzone and octinoxate. lotion, no spray) - Private transportation ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00 - 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 To Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740. Located inside the center in the courtyard behind Tropics, KTA & Bianelli's. Once checked in, you will drive to Keauhou Bay where the crew will greet you for the tour. If Ubering, schedule 2 stops in the app. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times - Minimum age to attend tour is 6yrs old - Must be under 285lbs - Must be comfortable treading water and swimming unassisted - Electronic Waiver required to be signed prior to tour - Must be able to climb up a metal ladder to get back in the boat - Our vessels are RHIBS (zodiac style boats & seating is on a pontoon). - We have full discretion to refuse service to guests based on attire, behavior, physical fitness & condition - Restroom facilities not available on boat - Not recommended for travelers with neck problems ## Compared with other Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #21 of 27** | €108 | 4h | 4.79 (385) | 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 #21 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kealakekua-bay-snorkel-tours/?format=md ## More in Big Island - All Big Island tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-two-reef-snorkel-trip-see-captain-cook-monument-sea-caves/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md