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Kealakekua Bay: 3-Hour Historical Dinner Cruise with Views of Captain Cook's Monument
4.7
1,204 Ratings
Kailua-Kona
Embark on a 3-hour historical dinner cruise in Kealakekua Bay, Hawaii. Enjoy stunning views of Captain Cook’s Monument, indulge in a delicious menu, and listen to live Hawaiian music. Don’t miss the chance to spot dolphins and whales!
Embark on a 3-hour historical dinner cruise in Kealakekua Bay, Hawaii. Enjoy stunning views of Captain Cook’s Monument, indulge in a delicious menu, and listen to live Hawaiian music. Don’t miss the chance to spot dolphins and whales!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 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…
- 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.
What's Included
- Local guide
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
- Live entertainment aboard
- Experience a stunning sunset
- Complimentary parking near the pier
- Gourmet dinner provided
- Engaging live commentary during the cruise
- Selection of beverages available
- Local guide
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
- Live entertainment aboard
- Experience a stunning sunset
- Complimentary parking near the pier
- Gourmet dinner provided
- Engaging live commentary during the cruise
- Selection of beverages available
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase - 1 complimentary drink included)
- Guests must provide their own transportation to the Kailua Kona Pier.
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase - 1 complimentary drink included)
- Guests must provide their own transportation to the Kailua Kona Pier.
Additional Information
Embark on a delightful 3-hour cruise along the west coast of Hawaii Island to Captain Cook’s Monument for a memorable dinner. A local historian will enchant you with fascinating stories and legends about the sites you encounter. Enjoy your first cocktail on the house! Relish live Hawaiian music and witness a breathtaking sunset as you return to Kona. Be…
Embark on a delightful 3-hour cruise along the west coast of Hawaii Island to Captain Cook’s Monument for a memorable dinner. A local historian will enchant you with fascinating stories and legends about the sites you encounter. Enjoy your first cocktail on the house! Relish live Hawaiian music and witness a breathtaking sunset as you return to Kona. Be sure to bring your camera and watch for dolphins and seasonal whales.
The current menu includes:
- Mauna Loa Macadamia Nuts
- Local Baby Spinach, Rincon Farms Strawberries, Big Island Feta Cheese, Candied Macadamia Nuts with a Waimea Strawberry Vinaigrette (GF)
- Kona Coffee Braised Short Rib (GF) with Creamy Mashed Potatoes featuring a Kona Coffee Red Eye Demi-Glace (GF) and Island Baked Coconut Dinner Rolls served with Butter (Vegetarian)
Vegetarian Option: Thai Coconut Curry with Hamakua Sweet Potatoes, Hawaiian Breadfruit, Carrots, & Bell Peppers (Vegan/GF) and Steamed Jasmine Rice (Vegan/GF). This must be requested 48 hours in advance.
Dessert: Chocolate Torte with Raspberry Topping
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Gluten free, vegan or vegetarian dietary meal requests must be called into 800-551-8911 48 hours prior to the cruise date.
- This adventure is on Hawaii Island in Kailua Kona.
- Liability waiver must be completed by all guests prior to boarding.
- Hotel pick-up is not available.
Location
75-5629 Kuakini Hwy
Kuakini Highway
All cruises board 30 minutes prior to departure. 75-5629 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 (Ilima Court Shopping Center) is the address for Body Glove Cruises main office where the closest free parking is located. Guests must walk one block to the Kailua Kona Pier for boarding.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(1204 Ratings)
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Mikhailo_k
Aug 3, 2025
Excelnnet highlight of our Hawaii trip. - Very welcoming, family-like crew. Food was excellent and drinks were great too. The history guide was very knowledgeable and explained the historical facts in a fun yet informative way. The musician and singer was just real pleasure to listen to.
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Jsspindel
Jul 31, 2025
Worth it! - This was a great trip. Really enjoyed the historical information. The crew was wonderful and very attentive. Food and music were great!
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Jenniferml8683bs
Jul 27, 2025
Amazing Dinner Cruise - Amazing view! Great food and entertainment! Definitely worth the cost. Friendly staff and great drinks. Loved the history and music.
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Mike_b
Jul 11, 2025
Must do! - Great sunset cruise. Friendly staff, great history facts and points of interest, awesome live music, and good food. Highly recommended!
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Matthew_c
Jul 6, 2025
Great crew and service.... - Great crew and service. Safety of all passengers was heavily emphasized. Mahalo to Body Glove cruises
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81maryjop
Jul 5, 2025
Anniversary dinner cruise with my husband of 35 years. Had an amazing time. - The cruise was amazing with lots of stories and history of the Bay and we even saw spinner dolphins. The staff was very nice and attentive. Wonderful experience.
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Mackenna_d
Jul 25, 2025
A nice night on the water - It is VERY rocky so beware if you forgot your dramamine! Otherwise staff is fantastic and food is great. I had vegan and loved it. The history is interesting and the live music is great. We got to watch the sun set too. A nice time on the ocean!
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Latonya_k
Jul 24, 2025
Nice Cruise to Chill - The staff and service was top notch. They made sure you were taken care of. The dinner was actually pretty good. Views were also beautiful. I was just a little bored at times and the waters were a bit choppy so it wasn't as enjoyable. Not their fault of course. I'd say if you're looking for a more lively cruise this isn't for you... for some history.. the purpose is served!!
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Steve_s
Aug 3, 2025
Rock the boat - Food was great, friendly staff, good drinks. The boat is small and if you’re prone to seasickness don’t go. Our entire group was sick by the time we got back to the dock.
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762pattij
Jul 11, 2025
Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay - I have taken this particular cruise 3 times now, most recently in July 2025. I like this cruise because it is not a big party and drinking cruise, it is a beautiful, romantic and informative tour. Upon boarding, you find a table to sit at. The crew members are top-notch. They are attentive and engaging. The dinner is not a buffet and there are not any menu "choices" to make. It is a set menu and the crew members bring your food and drinks to each of you, wherever you happen to be sitting. The food is good, (see photo for a perfect representation of what you get) and if you have special dietary needs, they will accommodate you as long as you give them advance notice. One cocktail is complimentary, and you can order additional cocktails at your own expense. There is live narration while you cruise south to Captain Cook, interspersed with easy-listening Hawaiian and romantic music. During the return trip to the pier, you watch the sunset while listening to more music. The only thing I do not care for on this cruise is that instead of continuing to play relaxing music while watching the beautiful sunset and gliding along on the water, they switch to loud party dance music. To me, this ruins the serene mood of the cruise. In my opinion, loud party music does not fit the gorgeous and peaceful ending to this cruise. I don't need to hear the song "YMCA" for the zillionth time. But maybe a lot of folks do like it. The boat returns to the pier just as the sun is setting.
This cruise is a winner, except for the tired ol' party music at the end.
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