Visiting Kealakekua Bay: what to know
- Tickets
- Free to view; tours vary in price
- Time needed
- Half day with a tour
- Best time
- Morning
- Getting there
- About 30 minutes south of Kailua-Kona
Big Island itineraries with Kealakekua Bay
Kealakekua Bay is on day 2
Day 2 of Big Island in 5 Days
South Kona history
How Kealakekua Bay fits into a day.- 8:30Puʻuhonua o HōnaunauSouth Kona
- 11:00Kealakekua BaySouth Kona
- 13:00Kona coffee farm tourHolualoa
- 15:30HolualoaHolualoa
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Kealakekua Bay FAQs
How do you reach the Cook monument?
By permitted kayak tour, boat tour or a steep hike.
Can you kayak on your own?
Only in a rental with a valid State Parks transit permit, and you cannot land at the Cook monument without a permitted tour.
Is it good for snorkelling?
Yes, it is one of the best spots on the island.
