• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Spinner dolphins, eagle rays and dense tropical reef fish • Trade wind sailing conditions on the return passage • Marine naturalist crew briefing on every departure • Spaciously designed for 49 guests — room to move on deck

Itinerary

Start Point

Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Check in 1:45…

Pass By: Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve

Pass By: The Captain Cook Monument

End Point

Keauhou Bay finger pier, end of 78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Check in 1:45…

What’s included

Soda/Pop
Filtered Water
Reef Safe Sunscreen
Marine Naturalist briefing
All snorkel gear (mask, fins, flotation noodle)
(Maui chips, tropical fruit)

Not Included

Gratuity is 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

Additional Information

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Non-swimmers are not permitted to snorkel
Reef-safe mineral sunscreen required (no oxybenzone/octinoxate) provided onboard.
Wildlife appearances are not guaranteed.
All snorkelers must know how to swim
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.
Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on day tours (Morning and Afternoon Snorkel).
The Hoku Nui motor-sails when there is no wind

Cancellation Policy

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

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Important Information

Check in directly at 1:45 pm at Keauhou Bay located at the end of Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua Kona, HI 96740. Please do not check in at any buildings. Public restrooms are located on the east side of Kaleiopapa Street near the end parking lot. Restrooms are also onboard our vessel.
(Please allow additional drive time in anticipation of possible traffic delays)

You will be met by crew at the end of the pier approx. 15 minutes prior to departure and will be boarding Hoku Nui which is a 50ft Sailing Catamaran with a blue sail bag.

Age Policy

Infant: 0–3 years · Child: 4–12 years · Adult: 13–99 years

Specification: Kona Afternoon Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument

Duration	3 Hours
Ticket Type	Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group Size	Up to 49 travelers
Confirmation	Confirmation Required
Features	Swimming Stop
Boat Type	Sailboat
Activities	Dolphin Watching, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Watching
Language	English
Time of Day	Midday
Tour Type	Shared