B & Brooke were fantastic guides! They knew everything about the ocean. I'd book them again in a…read moreheartbeat!

We did a Captain Cook snorkeling tour with Sea Quest Hawaii today and were very impressed. Erin,…read morethe phone representative, was friendly, patient, and answered all my questions, which made me choose this company. Captain Natalie and Assistant Anna were fantastic, knowledgeable, funny, and very attentive throughout the trip. Captain Natalie shared interesting stories about Captain Cook and the surrounding lava caves, and she even helped me with my snorkeling gear and inflating the vest. The snorkeling spot near Captain Cook Monument was incredible, and we saw so many fish. They also provided fresh fruit, chips, cookies, and soft drinks. Thanks to Captain Natalie and Anna, all six of us had a great time and would highly recommend this company.

Booked the last tour out. You have to check in at the store first, then drive down to the bay for…read morethe meet up. Parking near the bay gets crowded. Shout out to Val, Rob and Seth! It's obvious they love what they do. Val was very sweet and caring with assisting everyone from the beginning to the end. Very engaging and informative during the snorkeling. I stayed on the boat while my cousin was out with Val. Rob and Seth kept the boat close enough for me to see the manta rays and hear the group. Was told the water was very cold. It's not cold while waiting on the boat. They have a bin for people to keep their stuff stored and dry. No shoes on the boat. They have a bin for that too. Also no water shoes if you've worn those on the streets/pavement.

We did the night manta ray snorkel…read more Good: we saw manta rays Slightly cheaper than some other tours Things I wished I knew: Should have brought my own snorkel equipment. The first googles they gave me snapped at the strap when I tried to put it on. The second one had a valve in front of my mouth that seemed to be faulty and let in water with every breath. I wish I just had the old school ones that are just a tube. Went in January and the short sleeve wet suit top was not early enough to keep you warm. Lots of guests were shivering the whole time. The day we went the water was choppy and we got sea sick while in the water. Also getting jostled around by the waves against your closely packed neighbors was def not serene or magical or "experiencing nature" or anything. Not so fun, when combined with tasting sea water with every breath and being cold. Also they don't tell you before you pay but they give you a pool noodle to help you swim to the floating light and to keep your lower body afloat. If you want a life vest it's $10. So in summary, I think it can be nice if the conditions are right and their equipment works. People told me this is an amazing experience but let's be real and beware these factors that can make it not so enjoyable.

Incredible experience!…read more We almost had our snorkeling reservation cancelled due to lack of people, but luckily we were able to get on the Small Group Snorkel & Dolphin Charter which was a much more intimate experience with fewer people and longer snorkel time. Our guides, Seth and Lacey, were the most welcoming and informative staff we were blessed to get. The weather was perfect, the sea life was super active, and they provided us snacks and refreshments for everyone. We got to see some beautiful landscapes, incredible sea life, all while enjoying the beautiful day! When we go back to the big island, we will definitely be booking with Captain Cook for another snorkeling adventure!

We went on the Deluxe Captain Cook Tour in September 2025 and had a great time! Captain Jeff was…read morevery charismatic and accommodating, and he did a fine job taking us to and from Captain Cook Monument on the boat. He even pulled over on the way back so we could watch a pod of dolphins. His colleague Ryan was extremely helpful, caring, and knowledgeable. My only feedback is that he should raise his voice and project more so that everyone aboard can hear the great information he has to offer! The cruise was about an hour each way, and then we spent another hour in the water snorkeling. It was my first time doing so, and I felt very safe and comfortable the whole time! There are tons of colorful tropical fish to observe in the warm, clear waters of Kealakekua Bay. Good choice if you want to try snorkeling!

We had a great day out searching for Whales! The staff was great with communication and answering…read morequestions before the trip.

We had a wonderful time with Tyler and Captain Alan. Really nice, down to earth people. We got…read moretwo swims at lovely coves and a spin To Kona. Highly recommended. A memorable day.

The owner Alika, a Veteran, is an awesome man, always supporting Veteran events…read more The boat Captain and crew are very knowledgeable about the area and the Hawaiian culture. They all have and show much Aloha. Mahalo guys

We were blessed to go out for an afternoon private charter Saturday afternoon as part of a…read morefundraiser for Mental Restorations Foundation. Smooth sailing all the way to Kealakekua Bay, a primo snorkel spot. Loved the cultural extras--the Oli Kāhea to show respect before entering this sacred space and Taps to honor those who sacrificed all in service to our country. Great lunch courtesy of Christine's Deli. Mahalo for the Aloha shown by you and your staff, both in the office & on the boat. A hui hou!

We had the most amazing adventure swimming with the Manta Rays with Hang Loose Boat Tours. They…read morewere so professional and organized and everything went exactly as advertised (including the huge showing of Manta Rays and Sharks!!!) Thank you for this once in a lifetime experience.

The best experience ever! Our original trip got canceled,…read morethey explained it to is ahead and even helped reschedule within our travel constraints and made it super fun. Some of us were experienced swimmers and some super scared of water. Overall it was the absolute highlight of our trip. Jordan and Ula were our guides and they were super funny, kept us safe and comfortable the whole time.

I had a blast on this daytime snorkeling tour. I got to climb aboard the RIB navy seal type boat,…read moreit felt like an adventure. The guides took the tour out to the Captain Cook Monument, where the snorkeling was cool. The water was clear, the marine life plenty, and it ended up being one of the best snorkeling spots I've experienced. One tip: be sure to rent the flippers when you sign up. They made a huge difference and helped a lot in the water. They are not provided from the all in tour price. For the tour price you get the ride and snorkel mask with a floaty. They also rent life jackets if you need that. This tour is definitely geared toward people who are comfortable swimming and being on an open-air boat. If you're nervous in the water or can't swim or prefer a more relaxed boat ride, this isn't it. If you're looking for excitement, it's hard to beat. What really made the experience special were the crew members. Our captain and lifeguard were laid-back, friendly, and made everyone feel safe while keeping the atmosphere fun. The highlight for me was racing along the coastline at nearly 50 knots, bouncing across the waves and taking in incredible views of the island. I'd do it again in a heartbeat.

Bought a Groupon and paid around $44 vs the $115 on their website…read more First off, I was kind of turned off by the experience of calling to book and then just hanging up, because they don't have an answering machine. So I had to wait about 40 minutes for a return call. The experience wasn't very welcoming and not very 'aloha.' Day of the event, it was confusing that the confirmation I received (when I booked) said 11:00pm, at one point the confirmation said 11:50pm, and then finally it said 10:50pm. So I had to keep on checking the confirmation page, because it kept on changing. Definitely don't show up too early, because you'll be turned away! The actual event was a ton of fun, although I got a bit seasick after about 20 minutes. The mantas are absolutely gorgeous and you'll feel super special when they look you in the eye. The guys on the boat were great and very welcoming. This might be a little TMI, but when I got back to the hotel a tiny dead fish popped out of my bathing suite. Eww.

This is a little delayed review, but what a fun time! I am…read morenot a very good swimmer so going out into the water at night made me very hesitant. Thankfully, most of the time we were just floating - holding onto the light board and having our feet held up by pool noodles. The crew made us feel very safe and kept us well informed. One of them even dove down to get a dropped go pro from one of our group members. We were in the water for about 30 min, but the manta rays came right away and a lot towards the end of our time in the water! (Of course this varies from tour to tour based on various conditions and factors) My friends and I will never forget meeting "Manteria." Other tours were out in the same area as well and everyone was considerate of each other. I can't recommend this experience enough!

Night snorkeling with majestic Manta Rays in calm Keauhou Bay was awesome ... seriously, totally,…read moreya, completely awesome! There are dozens of Hawaiian tour companies all bringing groups every evening to get in the water with the rays, but we were lucky to have the concierge at the Sheraton Kona Resort connect us with Eka Canoe Adventures for several reasons: * All groups are small around 6 people (plus 2 crew) * Because the boats are small, but stable double hull sailing canoes * The captain & mate were cool & professional * The tour is quick at just 1 hour * Cost was covered by a hotel credit and reasonable * It conveniently launches from the harbor next to the hotel A powerful light is attached to a board with handles that attracts photosynthetic plankton which in turn attracts the manta rays. A big ray will literally swim out of the dark ocean right up at you. Taking pictures is almost impossible unless you come better prepared with the right device and way to hold/trigger it than we did. Of course, swimming experience is required, but really this is not like normal wet-n-wild snorkeling. You basically just float face-down while hang on to the Light Board. Flotation noodles to keep you afloat, wet suit tops to keep you warm & floating, and snorkel masks to keep you breathing are all provided by Eka. Otherwise, just bring your own towel and a jacket to stay warm on the boat. Eka Canoe Adventures provided us a quick magical and memorable experience (even without in-water photos) snorkeling at night with manta rays off the coast of the Big Island of Hawaii that was awesome ... seriously, totally, ya, completely awesome!