MORNING SAILING & SNORKELING TOUR
Daily – 8:30am to 1pm
The Hoku Nui sets sail from Keauhou Bay at 8:30 am. Keep a watchful eye out for Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins, Hawaiian Humpback Whales (seasonal Dec-April), and other marine life while you sail down the beautiful Kona Coast. As you enter Historic Kealakekua Bay, you will observe the World Famous Captain Cook Monument (sail time approx. 45 min.) Your snorkeling will begin in the pristine waters and the vibrant reef of the Marine Sanctuary of Kealakekua Bay. “Hawaii the Big Island Revealed” guide book says, “snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay near the monument is perhaps the best you will find anywhere in the state.” Make sure to bring an underwater camera to capture the colorful schools of fish, pods of spinner dolphins that are also commonly spotted in the bay, and the landscaped ledges of ancient lava flows. Exiting the bay, we set sail for “Red Hill” (weather permitting). The Red Hill area is home to unique underwater lava formations such as archways and lava tubes, and more snorkeling with schools of vibrant sea life. As your snorkel adventure comes to an end, we will set sail back to Keauhou Bay arriving by 1 pm (approx.), with majestic memories of your Sea Paradise trip that will last a lifetime.
Inclusions
- Snorkel Equipment
- Continental Breakfast
- Deli Lunch
- Soft Drinks
Exclusions
- Adult Premium Beverages will be available for credit card purchase after guest participate in water activities.
- Gratuity is not included
Know Before You Go:
- Footwear must be removed before boarding
- Check-in 15 minutes prior to departure
- You MUST be a confident swimmer to participate in snorkeling
- Unfortunately, Hoku Nui is not wheelchair accessible
- No service animals are permitted onboard
- Bring towel, reef safe sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, cover-up, credit card for onboard purchases
- Snorkel gear is provided, but you may bring your own. NO FULL-FACE SNORKEL MASKS ARE PERMITTED
- If you are prone to motion sickness, please take your own sea sickness medicine prior to boarding