Took the "Morning Kealakekua Bay Cruise & BBQ"
The entire experience is well planned and executed.
Trip begins at check-in 30 minutes prior to set departure where free reef-safe sunscreen is provided. Then quick boarding and as the catamaran heads south to the bay, breakfast is served: includes warm frittatas, fresh pastries, fruit, coffee, juices. Journey to the bay takes about 45-60 minutes. Then snorkeling begins and lasts about 60-90 minutes up until lunch is served. Freshly grilled burgers and hot dogs with delicious pasta salad and other side dishes. Very tasty!
Then back to snorkeling for about 30-45minutes and then all-aboard for the return trip. The cash-bar opens: beer is $5 and drinks $8. cash or credit card accepted.
Staff is great, helpful, energetic and friendly - looks like everyone is enjoying what they do and it shows.
The snorkeling was great - lots of fish and other reef creatures.
Overall a great snorkeling experience, lasts 4.5 hours and worth every penny.
Would do it again and recommend for all ages, from kids to elderly.