Family Snorkel Adventure: Safe and Fun

Experience the beauty of snorkeling at the Captain Cook Monument in Kailua-Kona, Big Island. Perfect for beginners and families, our slow-paced tour offers assistance and the chance to spot dolphins and whales.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 78-7130 Kaleiopapa St - PLEASE NOTE: THE START TIME IS THE CHECK-IN TIME, NOT THE DEPARTURE TIME. DO NOT ARRIVE EARLY. THERE ARE TWO MEETING POINTS FOR THIS TOUR. PLEASE REVIEW ALL TOUR DETAILS BEFORE BOOKING AS THIS TOUR MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE. We offer multiple time slots, with each tour lasting 2.5 hours on the water. These excursions…
What's Included
  • Sightseeing along coast of sea caves & lava tubes
  • Historical narration of Captain Cook’s fate at Kealakekua Bay
  • Juices and bottled water
  • Pool Noodles
What's 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
  • On-board restrooms
Additional Information

For those new to snorkeling, this is the perfect option! It’s especially suitable for families with young children or swimmers who are unsure about their readiness for our longer excursions.
This tour is more leisurely, allowing guests to become acquainted and at ease with the thrilling and beautiful activity of snorkeling.
Important: The start time…

Location
Dolphin Discoveries- Snorkel Tour Check-in and Boutique
Ali‘i Drive
To Check in: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i 96740. Located in 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.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jerry_m
Mar 10, 2026
Snorkeling with history - Great experience! Snorkeling was one of the best I ever experienced. Captain Dennis and Addy were great. The ride back was a plus. Not just your typical out and back. The lava tubes and island history that went along with it was very cool. Highly recommend!
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Grant_s
Mar 10, 2026
Snorkel - Well run , very knowledgeable crew. Great snorkeling and scenery. Trip discription accurate and on time
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Meaghan
Mar 2, 2026
Fantastic! - Fantastic time! Seth was our captain and was entertaining and full of knowledge. Our 6 year old had a great time, too. Lucked out and even got to see a humpback whale and spinner dolphins, too!
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Michael_s
Feb 17, 2026
Party of four - Check in was easy. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Captain Robert was a great storyteller, funny and kind. For a great time in the water give these folks a try! Aloha
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Elizabeth_k
Feb 14, 2026
Perfect Excursion for All Ages - Our captain and 1st mate made our excursion even better. They explained everything, gave great tips for snorkeling in the Captain Cook area and we learned about some local formations/geology.
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574toddr
Feb 13, 2026
Great Snorkeling - Great snorkeling at Captain Cook Monument. Huge variety of fish, live coral, clear, calm water. Nice return trip to see the shoreline up close.
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Darren_h
Feb 4, 2026
Harris FamilyTrip - Very friendly crew. Saw dolphins, whales and dolphins came in to Captin Cooks cove and swam with us. Was one of the high lights of the trip.
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Shirley_m
Jan 26, 2026
Great time - Crystal clear water, beautiful colorful fish. Scenic, relaxing and Robert did a wonderful job explaining the history of the area and allowing us to experience the unexpected whale and dolphin along the way.
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Janice_s
Mar 8, 2026
The captain and crew were... - The captain and crew were very good. They made the trip a lot of fun. We always felt safe as well. The snorkeling was good, and we learned some Hawaiian history as well
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756kelleyk
Jan 27, 2026
NOT RECOMMENDED. Last minute cancel by vendor due to “engine trouble” - NOT RECOMMENDED. This was canceled at time of check in (no advance notice) because of “engine trouble”. … OR because it was not full enough for them to take us out?? Very questionable never the less. And frustrating because this was to be our ONE excursion!
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From $78
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).