Dolphin Discoveries - Captain Cook Snorkel Adventure
This combination dolphin and whale watching and snorkel tour is three hours of fun, and is offered every afternoon. Dolphin Discoveries will introduce you to sea caves and lava tubes on the Kona Coast and take you to Captain Cook's Monument at Kealakekua Bay. Once there, snorkel one of the best marine sanctuaries in all the Hawaiian Islands. As you snorkel, you'll be accompanied by many curious fish that live amongst colorful coral reefs. After snorkeling, you'll head out to find some of spinner dolphins (and, in the winter, you'll also go looking for whales as well!)
Your tour includes an afternoon dolphin and whale watch and snorkel tour plus a chance to explore the historic Kona coast. You will see stunning sea caves and lava tubes en route to Capt. Cook's Monument, and you will learn about dolphins, whales, and other ocean wildlife on this exciting but relaxing Dolphin Discoveries Afternoon Snorkel activity offered at a low prices by Hawaii Activities Discount.
Tour Highlights:
- Afternoon dolphin and whale watch/snorkel tour
- Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay, one of the most popular snorkeling spots in Hawaii
- Exploration of the historic Kona Coast
- Visit stunning sea caves and lava tubes en route to Captain Cook's Monument at Kealakekua Bay
- Learn about dolphins, whales and other ocean wildlife
Tour Inclusions:
- Snacks
- Snorkeling Gear
- Flotation Devices (including snorkeling vests & view finder boards)
- Water & Juice
- Bottled water
Dolphin Discoveries
- Where and When:
- Tour times:
Tour 1: Check in at 7:00 am. Boat departs at 8:00 am. Return at 11:00 am
Tour 2: Check in at 10:30 am. Boat departs at 11:30 am. Return at 2:30 pm
Tour 3: Check in at 11:30 am. Boat departs at 12:30 pm. Return at 3:30 pm
Check in at the Dolphin Discoveries retail store, located in the Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, Space F-146. The retail store is located in the courtyard behind Tropics Tap House, KTA and Bianellis Restaurant.
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Additional check-in info:
Check-in is at the retail location to sign waivers and receive items required for the tour. After that, drive to Keauhou Bay harbor from where the boat will depart. Transportation to the retail store and to Keahou Bay is the responsibility of the guests. If you are taking an Uber, please let your driver know to add a first stop and a second stop to your reservation so that the driver will wait for you at the retail location before taking you to Keauhou Bay.
- Requirements:
- Restrictions:
- Participants must be at least 6 years old.
Participants must weigh under 285 pounds (129 kg).
Participants must be able to swim.
This activity is not suitable for persons with neck or back problems or who are pregnant.
- Special Notes:
- Snorkel gear, instruction & swim aids are included, as are snacks and cold drinks.
Whale watching season is from mid-December to mid-April.
- Operation Days:
- Monday through Friday
- Duration:
- Approximately 3 hours
- Vendor:
- Dolphin Discoveries
- Island:
- Big Island
- Capacity:
- 12 passengers
- Equipment:
- The Nai'a Nui is a 28-foot rigid-hull inflatable adventure craft, complete with shade. It has room for up to 12 passengers.