Price from:
99 USD
*Snorkel the most popular and beautiful spot in all of Hawai’i, Kealakekua Bay.*
Duration
• 2.5 hours on the water
About
We offer several different times to meet your needs. Each snorkel tour is 2.5-hours long. These trips provide the longest snorkeling times at Kealakekua Bay with an average of 45 minutes hour of actual snorkeling time.
Just like on our longer trips, this adventure promises views of 100’s of different varieties of tropical fish along with an occasional “Honu” (Hawaiian green sea turtle) or local dolphins.
Your Captain will share some Hawaiian History and get you up and personal with some sea caves and lava tubes. Water, juice, and light snacks provided on all snorkel trips.
If you are new to or have never snorkeled before this is the ideal choice! Particularly good for families with younger children.
7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.: This snorkel trip beats the crowds to Kealakekua Bay and Captain Cook Monument. We are often the first boat in the bay and our guests get time to enjoy the reef with limited interruption.
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (check in 10:30am): This snorkel trip is designed for those who want a later start and enjoy the warmest part of the day. With the sun fully overhead, you’ll get to see the reef and it’s most vibrant at Kealakekua Bay.
12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (check in 11:30am): This Captain Cook snorkeling trip is geared for those who want to escape the crowds. This lazy afternoon snorkel leaves the dock for a more relaxed adventure to the best snorkel spot along the coast, Kealakekua Bay.
Booking Notes
**IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW:**
Please take a moment to watch our video regarding what to expect for your upcoming Deluxe Kona Snorkel Adventure by clicking the link to our YouTube Video below:
[Know Before You Go](https://youtu.be/3NuUk1Js_OA)
NEXT STEPS:
1. Sign our e-waiver upon receipt of this email by clicking the "Sign Waiver" link above. Complete **ONE** on-line waiver for **EACH** person in your party. Minors can be included with one parent or guardians waiver. This email can be forwarded to everyone in your group so that they have access to the waiver link.
2. Check in is at our retail location in the Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive. (park near Tropics Tap House and walk into the center). Detailed check in times noted below. (click the "meet us at" link above).
3. You will drive to Keauhou Bay, 78-100 Kaleiopapa St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, where the crew will meet you for your tour. (click the "we will end at" link above).
Transportation to our retail location and to Keauhou Bay is the responsibility of the guests. If you are taking an Uber, please add a first stop and second stop to your reservation so that the driver will wait for you at the retail location to take you to Keauhou Bay
You do not need to return to our retail location after the tour unless you would like a souvenir!
**CHECK IN AND TOUR TIMES**
8am tour:
• Tour Check in time - 8am (Store does not open until 8am)
• Tour departs Keauhou Bay – 9am
• Tour returns to Keauhou Bay – 11:30am
10:45am tour:
• Tour Check in time - 10:45am
• Tour departs Keauhou Bay – 11:45pm
• Tour returns to Keauhou Bay – 2:15pm
12:15pm tour:
• Tour Check in time -12:15pm
• Tour departs Keauhou Bay– 1:15pm
• Tour returns to Keauhou Bay – 3:45pm
1:30pm tour:
• Tour Check in time - 1:30pm
• Tour departs Keauhou Bay – 2:30pm
• Tour returns to Keauhou Bay – 5:00pm
**INCLUDED WITH YOUR TOUR:**
• All snorkel gear (prescription masks available for rent)
• Pool Noodles
• Bottled water, aloha juices, fresh fruit and light snacks
**WHAT TO BRING:**
Please wear your swimsuit, shoes that are easy to kick off, light cover-up, towel and hat, if desired. Tips for your crew always appreciated.
**SUNSCREEN LAW:**
**BRING REEF SAFE SUNSCREEN LOTION ONLY (spray on sunscreen will not be allowed)** - WHEN SHOPPING, PLEASE CHOOSE A ZINC OR MINERAL BASED SUNSCREEN. For your convenience, we sell 3oz. tubes of sunscreen that meets Hawai'i's reef safe requirements. (Please check that it does **NOT** contain these ingredients: **oxybenzone, octinoxate, avobenzone or octocrylene**).
**PARKING AT KEAUHOU BAY:** As you turn onto Kaleiopapa Street, there is free "ON THE STREET" parking on the left and right. Find an open spot to park and walk down until you see the boat ramp area on the left. Be mindful of the no parking areas. DO NOT park in the boat trailer parking, boat wash down area or block any driveways. Once parked, please wait near the restrooms across from the boat ramps. Once all guests are checked in at the retail location, your crew will meet you to start the trip.
##NEED TO KNOW:##
Guests must be comfortable with swimming.
Minimum age: 6yrs old
Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times whether in the water or on the boat
**Additional Info:**
There is a storage box on the boat for a small bag with personal items.
Please take a moment to review our FAQ's page on our website where you can find answers to many questions.
https://www.dolphindiscoveries.com/faq/
Informational Videos:
[What To Bring](https://youtu.be/t2M4rp7Fj_0)
[Equipment Fitting](https://youtu.be/3m9u_dimWyo)
