Kealakekua Bay is located on the Kona coast of the island of Hawaiʻi about 19 km south of Kailua-Kona. Settled over a thousand years ago, the surrounding area contains many archaeological and historical sites such as religious temples as well as a monument to Captain Cook on the north side of the bay. It is registered as both a national historic site and a marine conservation area. The bay is a popular destination for kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling.
My wife and I visited the area to see if we could snorkel with the local dolphin population. The bay is accessible by car and there are washrooms and change areas close to the parking lot and beach. Do yourself a favour and bring a good pair of water shoes and not flip flops. The beach and surrounding area is made up of sharp lava rock and the surf hitting the beach can make for a difficult entry and exit.
We arrived very early in the morning shortly after 5am due to locals reporting that this was the best time to snorkel out and see the dolphins and beat the tourists and usually arrive later in the day.
After donning our snorkel gear we hit the water and swam out into the bay. To our surprise almost immediately we encountered a pod of dolphins. Over the next hour or more we bobbed along watching and laughing was the dolphins played in the water and swam around us and the other people who had join us in the water.
It was a truly exhilarating experience for both of us, one that we will never forget. If you ever get the chance while visiting the big island this is worth the early morning wake up and swim.
Be sure to check the wind and water conditions before you go and take the proper gear.
Thanks for reading.
Scott
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its really a nice shoot i heard the dolphins behave as humans?
Amazing photos taken... You had a great fun with dolphins.
I wish i can be there once in my life. I really want to be there and have fun.
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Incredible photos! What an experience is must have been to swim with the dolphins. Thank you for sharing
Wow!! Nice view. I wish I could go there. Calm and beautiful place. If I get chance in life I will go there. Hawaiʻi the very beautiful place.
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That's sweet! I've been to Captain Cook and it's the go-to place there to see dolphins. I'm glad you were able to see them. How long were you there? Did you have a chance to visit South Point or Mauna Kea?
Dolphins are cool - my wife and I had a chance to swim with them when travelling to Cuba. It really was a never-forget-moment. Unfortunately, we didn't have sub-camera so no such awesome pics.
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Dolphins are fantastic animals. Anyone who has the opportunity to experience them in their natural habitat should take advantage of this opportunity. I have had the opportunity many times before and it is always unforgettable.......
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