Captain Cook’s Monument, and the legendary “Place of Refuge” are in one of the most sought-after snorkeling destinations in all the world, Kealakekua Bay. This spot is also cherished and revered by the Hawaiian people and they have recently increased the restrictions to this beautiful, island cove. Kona Ocean Adventures is proud to retain one of the dwindling number of permits, and we’ll be happy to take you there!
This adventure includes all gear (mask, snorkel, fins, wet suit if requested), snacks, beverages and a delicious lunch. Also provided sunscreen and towels.
Honokohau Marina Kealakehe Pkwy Kailua Kona, HI 96740 Directions: How to Find Our Boat Our boats and trucks are easy to spot, they’re both painted with vibrant octopus tentacles! (GPS is not dependable in Hawaii)From the North…(From The Mauna Kea, Hapuna Prince, Mauna Lani Bay, Fairmont Orchid,Hilton Waikoloa, Outrigger Marriott Waikoloa, Kona Village or Four Seasons) Take HWY 19 South back toward Kona Airport. Approx. 5 miles past the airport or 4 traffic lights. Look for the sign Honokohau marina on your right hand side and make that right on kealakehe parkway. Follow the road until you can make another right. Go along that road, you will see gentry’s marina, sea store deli, gas station… and the road ends on a big open parking lot. Once at the parking lot, go left towards the boat ramp and look for our boat vibrantly painted with octopus tentacles “KONA OCEAN ADVENTURES” on a trailer attached to a pickup truck covered with stickers of dolphins, manta rays, whales, snorkelers, and scuba divers. You can’t miss us. From the South…(From King Kamehameha Hotel, Royal Kona Resort,Kona Coast resort, Sheraton keauhou) Head North on HWY 19 towards Kona Airport. Approx. 2.5 miles from Kailua-Kona turn left at the Harbor entrance, Look for the sign Honokohau marina and make that right on kealakehe parkway. Follow the road until you can make your next immediate right. Go along that road, you will see gentry’s marina, sea store deli, gas station… and the road ends on a big open parking lot. Once at the parking lot, go left towards the boat ramp and look for our boat “KONA OCEAN ADVENTURES” on a trailer attached to a white pickup truck coverer with stickers of dolphins, manta rays, whales, snorkelers, and scuba divers. You can’t miss us.
Passengers will enjoy the breath taking Kailua-Kona coastline while motoring to Kealakekua Bay ( Captain Cook) where we will snorkel and have lunch! The entire adventure is about 4 hours.
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