Round up the family and drive into the heart of Kona where you’ll board Kona’s largest luxury catamaran, the Body Glove. Cruise from beautiful Kailua Bay en-route to historic Kealakekua Bay where you will learn the story of Captain Cook’s final landfall with music, food, drink and dramatic scenery. Book ahead as this opportunity tends to sell out in advance.
About this Cruise
Who is this for?
The historic dinner cruise is great for all ages and large groups. If you like to eat, drink, learn about Hawaii’s history and culture, watch the sunset, and listen to live music, all while cruising the open seas, you will love this Kona dinner cruise.
The Body Glove is Kona’s largest boat and is considered a luxury catamaran, so it can handle most ocean conditions easily. The space on the boat means your Keiki (children have space to roam) the height of the boat over the water makes for a great view and allows easy spotting of whales, dolphins, and other marine animals commonly seen in Big Island waters.
This is the only Kona dinner cruise available on the Big Island of Hawaii. The Body Glove catamaran is fully shaded and offers expansive outward views with plenty of seating and railing to lean against while you take a sunset selfie. Perhaps you can catch a glimpse of a green flash?
What’s included?
- One complimentary tropical fruity beverage or cocktail of your choice
- Appetizers
- Historical talk
- Dinner of Hawaiian Cuisine
- Dessert
- Sunset & coastal views
- Live music & dancing
What Will We See?
You’ll begin in beautiful Kailua bay and downtown Kona. As you cruise south, Kona’s green and rocky lava coastline will slowly pass by. There’s a chance to see whales during whale season or many other open ocean creatures including dolphins and whales can seen during these tours.
As you head south you’ll see the holua slide, Hawaii’s largest ancient slide, used by the Ali’i (royals). The final stop is beautiful Kealakekua Bay home to the Captain Cook Monument. This is one of the most spectacular sites on the island with a unique and tragic story. This Big Island dinner cruise has so much to offer between food, drink, music, wildlife and story there’s something for everyone.
Last time we went on this cruise we saw dolphins and whales next to the boat!
What Kind of Food is included?
The food on this Kona dinner cruise contains local ingredients and we are happy to report it’s delicious!
Appetizers
- Big Island Grown Macadamia Nuts
- Local spinach, strawberry’s, feta cheese and candied Mac nuts with strawberry vinagrette.
Mains
- Braised Shortribs with a Kona Coffee Rub
- Mashed Potatoes served with Kona coffee Demi-Glace
- Fresh baked coconut dinner rolls
- Vegetarian Option (must be reserved in advance)
- Thai coconut curry with Big Island grown sweet potatoes
Dessert
- Chocolate Torte
- Kona Coffee
Drinks
- Beer
- Wine
- Cocktails
- Soda
*First drink is free
Frequently Asked Questions
What will we see?
Aside from the sunset, verdant Kona coastline, tipsy partygoers, and live music, you will also visit the Captain Cook monument in beautiful Kealakekua Bay. This dramatic scenic point is a great stop midway through the journey as it’s history and massive cliff face makes for an impressive view.
If you’re lucky you may also see dolphins or whales from the boat. The top deck is a great way to get an expansive view of the area. And the bow is best for those who are more prone to seasickness.
What is a Green Flash?
A green Flash is a color change that occurs when the sun dip below the horizon. It’s called a flash because it happens very quickly and is an effect that is most apparent on a clear day. The suns rays bounce off the atmosphere causing the effect. We see them frequently in Kona when the skies are clear year around.
This is a great opportunity to experience the sunset from an excellent vantage point with drinks, music, and great food.
What Should We Bring?
Wear some nice clothes and don’t forget to put on sunscreen and sunglasses. Most importantly bring your hunger and thirst! Drinks are inexpensive and plentiful on this Kona dinner cruise!
From January to March you may even see some whales so bring binoculars if you have them!
How is the Food?
It’s delicious! There are options for everyone including vegan & vegetarian options full of flavor. The food quality is high made with local fresh ingredients.
What are the drinks?
There is a full bar on the lower deck serving all of the usual tropical concoctions and any special requests. The first drink is included. Beer, wine, cocktails . . . you name it! And the prices are much lower than what you’d pay at a restaurant in Kona.
Vegetarian/Vegan Options?
Yes there are both vegetarian and vegan options available on the Kona dinner cruise delicious menu.
Will we need to worry about Seasickness?
While this the Big Island’s largest, most stable vessel, if you find yourself prone to seasickness it’s always recommended to take a seasickness medication like Bonine a few hours before you board the boat.
