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title: Small-Group Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Big Island
lang: en
type: tour
city: Big Island
country: United States
price: 99
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.85
reviews: 541
duration_minutes: 180
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 19 of 27 (Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/small-group-snorkel-at-kealakekua-bay-in-captain-cook-big-island/
---

# Small-Group Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Big Island

**Guidekin's take:** Follow the Kona coast from Keauhou harbor to snorkel in Kealakekua Bay, with commentary on coastal features along the way. Snorkel gear, pineapple, chips and nonalcoholic drinks are included; you must be able to swim without a flotation device. 4.85 from 541 reviews at €99 per person for 3h.

In our comparison: #19 of 27 in Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

We cruise from Keauhou harbor out into crystal clear blue waters. While the boat is underway, the crew will point out interesting features along the Kona coastline, which is rich in Hawaiian history. South Kona has a bevy of historically significant Hawaiian Heritage sites, full of mana (spiritual power). Staying close to the Kona coast as we travel south towards Kealakekua Bay, we watch closely for any interesting marine life.

We may stop the boat to enjoy the Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins (Stenella longirostris) putting on a show. Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins rest close to shore during the day and will sometimes interact with the boat, bow-riding and playing in our wake.

After a brief show from the Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins, Humpback whales, and whatever else of interest is found along our way, we arrive at the world-famous Kealakekua Bay, the site of the Captain James Cook monument.

After snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay for about an hour and a half, we start heading back to the harbor.

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

## Key facts

- Price: from €99 per person
- Duration: 3h
- Rating: 4.85/5 from 541 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Hawaii Oceanic
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:00, 11:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.85 from 541 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 522 of 541.

- 5 stars: 507 (94%)
- 4 stars: 15 (3%)
- 3 stars: 3 (1%)
- 2 stars: 2 (0%)
- 1 star: 14 (3%)

## What's included

- Island sourced pineapple and chips
- Bottled water
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Nonalcoholic refreshments

## Not included

- Bring your own towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and waterproof camera
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Meals

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00, 11:00
- 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

Meet us near the boat ramp at Keauhou Harbor.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- 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
- Must be able to swim without the assistance of a floatation device.
- Maximum weight of 280 pounds per traveler.
- Children 7 and older are welcome on the tour if they can comfortably swim 25 yards in the ocean.
- Our boat is certified by the US Coast Guard for 12 passengers, and we can not exceed this limit.
- For safety purposes, if you can not comfortably swim 25 yards in the ocean, we ask that you purchase a ticket to ride along on the boat, but not enter the water.
- Not recommended for travelers with neck problems

## Compared with other Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #19 of 27** | €99 | 3h | 4.85 (541) | 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 #19 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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