Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

Overview

Set sail on the west coast of Hawaii Island for a 3-hour cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument for dinner, as a local historian shares stories and legends of the sites you will see along the way. First cocktail is on the house! Listen in to live Hawaiian music and enjoy a magnificent sunset as you sail back to Kona. Don’t forget your camera and keep an eye out for dolphins and seasonal whales.

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Tue 22 Oct

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Starting at $170.81

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Tue 22 Oct

Starting at $170.81

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What's Included

Local guide

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Live entertainment

Sunset

Free parking 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua Kona, HI 96740-about a one block walk away from the pier.

Dinner

Live commentary on board

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Gluten free, vegan or vegetarian dietary needs are available with 48 hours notice by calling 800-551-8911
This adventure is on Hawaii Island in Kailua Kona.
Liability waiver must be completed by all guests prior to boarding.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Liability waiver must be completed by all guests prior to boarding.

What To Expect

Kailua Pier

Boarding is 30 minutes prior to departure. Guests are greeted with Island Style Pupus (Appetizers), a complimentary cocktail, Historical Narration and live Hawaiian style music.

Kealakekua Bay

Cruise 24 miles round trip along Kona's Gold Coast learning Hawaiian history, stories, and legends. The narrator will point out many landmarks along the way to Kealakekua Bay that are not visible from land. The narration concludes upon arrival to the bay and dinner is served. The cruise back to the Kailua Pier features live Hawaiian style music, gorgeous vistas of the Kona coastline and sunset.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (586)

Annaraine D

Aug 2022

Family of 6 with teens and 2 kids. Saw spinner dolphins, flying fish and a manta ray during our cruise. Nice history of the island and live music. No children menu so be aware (food was a little too rich and spicy for my 7 yo), otherwise amazing experience for all of us!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Aloha Annaraine D, Mahalo for joining us and taking the time to leave a five star review! We are most grateful! Wow, you had a "grand slam" of wildlife sightings on your cruise! That's so awesome! We are stoked too that you found the history and live music to be enjoyable. For our valued readers here's our menu: Starter Mauna Loa Big Island Macadamia Nuts (Vegan/GF) Salad Kealaola Farm Mixed Salad Greens, Waimea Grape Tomatoes, Japanese Cucumber, Red Onion. (Vegan/GF) Served with a House Made Maui Onion Vinaigrette (Vegan/GF) Main Course Thai Coconut Curry with Hamakua Sweet Potatoes, Hawaiian Breadfruit, Carrots, & Bell Peppers (Vegan/GF) Steamed Jasmine Rice (Vegan/GF) Kiawe Mango Barbecue Pork short ribs served with a Papaya salsa (GF) Island Baked Coconut Dinner Rolls served with Butter (Vegetarian) Dessert Cheesecake with a Local Lilikoi Glaze (Vegetarian) Thank you again for joining us! We hope to see you again someday soon!

Zoraida_R

Aug 2022

The staff was awesome! Our server Madison was on top of our drinks and made sure we were happy throughout our trip. Everyone was very friendly and the historian was very informative which was great!

Tauni_G

Aug 2022

Thanks to Dennis for the Hawaiian history!! Captain and crew were awesome! Enjoyed the food and cocktails! And shout out to Cuyler for a great job! We had a really nice time!