Can you kayak in Kealakekua Bay?

Can you kayak in Kealakekua Bay?

Kealakekua Bay Permits Vessels including but not limited to kayaks, boats, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, and inflatables.

Can you kayak to Captain Cook Monument?

If you decide to kayak Kealakekua Bay and the Captain Cook Monument on your own, you will need a Ka’awaloa Vessel Landing Permit. This allows you to beach your kayak along the shoreline and land at the small wharf next to the Captain Cook Monument.

How long does it take to kayak to Captain Cook Monument?

between 15 and 25 minutes
Kayaking from the boat landing to the statue takes between 15 and 25 minutes (one way). Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and again, don’t forget your snorkeling gear!

Can you swim at Kealakekua Bay?

Kealakekua Bay is a protected marine area, with some of the best snorkeling on the Big Island. The reefs are amazing along the shore to the left and right of Captain Cook’s monument. As you swim out away from shore there are varied depths leading to flourishing coral and marine life abundant in every direction.

Can you fish in Kealakekua Bay?

Kealakekua Bay MLCD Within Subzone B only, to fish for, take or possess any finfish with or by the use of hook-and-line and thrownet, provided that any legal fishing device or method except traps may be used for the taking of akule, ‘opelu and crustaceans. To engage or attempt to engage in fish feeding.

Are there sharks at Captain Cook?

Water is very clear and actually pretty deep at Captain Cook Monument. But no big fish or sharks. The bay is fairly calm so our paddling was relatively easy as well.

What island is Kealakekua Hawaii?

NRHP reference No. Kealakekua Bay is located on the Kona coast of the island of Hawaiʻi about 12 miles (19 km) south of Kailua-Kona.

What is the history of Kealakekua Bay?

Kealakekua Bay was a cultural center for the Hawaiian people and we like to share some stories and history as we paddle the protected waters. On the Captain Cook’s monument side of the Bay, Ka’awaloa, we will land the kayaks and make our way over to the monument where we will make our spot and access the snorkeling.

Can You kayak in Kealakekua Bay?

All vessels are required to obtain a permit from State Parks before transiting the waters of Kealakekua Bay. Vessels including but not limited to kayaks, boats, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, and inflatables. Please see the forms and instructions below for the applications and conditions of use.

Do you need a permit for Kealakekua Bay?

Kealakekua Bay Permits All vessels are required to obtain a permit from State Parks before transiting the waters of Kealakekua Bay. Vessels including but not limited to kayaks, boats, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, and inflatables. Please see the forms and instructions below for the applications and conditions of use.

Do you need a permit to kayak to Captain Cook Monument?

The Following Vendors Have Been Issued Permits by the Division of State Parks to Lead Guided Commercial Kayak Tours to the Captain Cook Monument at Ka’awaloa, Kealakekua Bay: All vessels are required to obtain a permit from State Parks before transiting the waters of Kealakekua Bay.