Things To Do In & Around Kailua-Kona, HI
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Kona Fly Away: Pearl Harbor & USS Missouri Exploration
by Gray Line Hawaii Polynesian Adventure ToursYou’ll enjoy a scenic inter-island flight from Kona, Hawaii to the island of Oahu, where the history of WWII waits to be discovered. A luxury tour bus will pick you up at the airport and transport you to historic Pearl Harbor. Your exploration begins with a stop at the Visitor Center where you’ll view amazing film footage from the fateful day of December 7th, 1941, and see an array of photographs and artifacts that help bring history alive. After your Pearl Harbor introduction, you’ll head out on a Navy launch to the iconic Arizona Memorial. You’ll have time to fully explore the Arizona Memorial, and learn that the impressive memorial not only spans the sunken remains of the USS Arizona battleship, it serves as the final resting place of over a 1,000 sailors who lost their lives as a result of the Pearl Harbor attack. Then you’ll board a shuttle to historic Ford Island, where you’ll enjoy a fascinating tour of the massive USS Missouri. You’ll walk on the deck where the Japanese surrendered to the Allies in 1945. As your tour concludes, you’ll travel through tranquil Punchbowl National Cemetery of the Pacific. Highlights Fly from the Big Island to Oahu. Explore the Pearl Harbor Visitors Center and travel to the Arizona Memorial by way of a Navy launch. Experience a narrated tour of the USS Missouri, the site where the Japanese surrendered to the Allies in 1945. Drive through the National Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl. View Honolulu’s historic `Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, the statue of King Kamehameha the Great, and Mission Houses Museum. You will meet a representative from Polynesian Adventure Tours at the Kona airport at 5:00am, for a 6:20am flight departure to Oahu. Flight returns to Kona at approximately 8:10pm. Getting to Your Activity You are responsible for your transportation to and from the Kona airport. You will meet a Polynesian Adventure Tours representative at the Kona airport at 5:00am.
$347 USD Per Adult (12+) -
Kona Fly Away: Oahu History and Culture Tour
by Discover Hawaii ToursYou’ve finally arrived in Hawaii; now get island hopping! Travergence makes it easy to visit the third largest Hawaiian Island by coordinating your flight, greeting you at the Honolulu airport, and touring you around Oahu in a comfortable coach. Rest assured: there’s a plethora of fascinating history and culture waiting for you on Oahu. Your sampling of Oahu begins at historic Pearl Harbor, where you’ll listen to your guide’s informative narration, tour the USS Arizona Memorial and explore the Pearl Harbor Visitors Center. A documentary, chilling photographs, exhibits and museum pieces come together to help create a vivid picture of the events of December 7th, 1941. Then Polynesian culture comes alive at the Polynesian Cultural Center, where you’ll travel through seven distinct “living villages” that represent the nations of Polynesia, board a canoe and float down a charming lagoon lined with Polynesian life, and be entertained by native Polynesians adorned in vibrant, customary costumes as they dance atop double-hulled canoes. Then take a rest, a satisfying BBQ lunch is served up next. Your sampling of Oahu’s history and culture includes undeniably Hawaiian vistas! You’ll peruse a string of some of the world’s most famous beaches along the island’s North Shore; visit windy Nu’uanu Pali Lookout where King Kamehameha’s triumph united the people of the islands; and listen to a fascinating Hawaiian legend at stunning La’ie point. Your taste buds will get a sample of Oahu too! Enjoy pineapple delights at the Dole Pineapple Pavilion and Macadamia nuts and coffee when you make a stop at Tropical Farms. Highlights Pearl Harbour Visitor Center and the USS Arizona Memorial. Historic World War II Narration. Dole Pineapple Plantation and the Tropical Farms Coffee Plantation. World famous North Shore beaches; Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach. Polynesian Cultural Center with BBQ lunch buffet. Airfare included in tour price. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs the Big Island’s Kona Airport at 6:00am and returns at 8:30pm. Getting to Your Activity Guests are responsible for getting themselves to the Kona Airport. Please arrive at least one hour prior to scheduled departure time. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
$389 USD Per Person -
Extreme Stopover Snorkel/Hiking/Camping Trip
by Hawaii Outdoor GuidesThe tour circumnavigates the island and includes many highlights of the Big Island. It begins mid-morning by heading toward south to snorkel at beautiful and historical Kealakekua Bay where fish and coral and clear water are in abundance. The afternoon is reserved for a visit to the sacred Puuhonua o Honaunau. The afternoon is filled with exploring the refuge or free diving. Before heading onward, dinner along with a tropical sunset will be served. Before settling in for the night, the tour heads for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for views from overlooks of glowing craters and lava flows. Day two starts early with breakfast and trail run to the park’s largest petroglyph field, insight on the Hawaiian culture and a visit to Thurston Lava Tube. Then it’s off to the island’s windward side where visits to the Wailua River State Park will include a stop at the Naha Stone and Rainbow Falls to explore the home of the Hawaiian goddess Hina. The afternoon hours will be filled with a rainforest hike before continuing along the Hamakua Coast toward the Kohala Coast for an afternoon of swimming at one of Hawaii’s most beautiful beaches. Highlights This fast-paced, physical tour visits several of Hawaii’s parks and beaches. Snorkelling at Kealakekua Bay, reef diving, visiting Volcanoes National Park and Rainbow Falls and hiking along the Hamakua Coast are just some of the activities you’ll take in. Camp in Volcanoes National Park. Two days/one night tour – begins in Kona at 8:30am and returns at 6pm the following day. Maximum of 10 guests. Package includes meals, transportation, gear and a guide. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up at either the Kona International Airport, or you can meet at the tour company’s office. These trips generally occur in the first four days of the month. Special arrangements can be made if you have a minimum of four people in your party.
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Kona Fly Away: Pearl Harbor and Oahu Circle Tour
by Discover Hawaii ToursYou’ve travelled a long way; make the most of your time in Hawaii by enjoying a hassle-free full day tour of Oahu and explore, explore, explore! The December 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor introduced the entire world to this otherwise serene tropical location. Today, it’s the most visited site in Hawaii, and it’s included on your circle island tour of Oahu. There’s time to investigate the Pearl Harbor Visitors Center where you can view a documentary featuring real footage and learn more about the attack. Next, you’ll board a Navy ferry that takes you to the USS Arizona Memorial which spans the battleship’s sunken hull. Then sit back and unwind, your Discover Hawaii Tours driver and guide will help you traverse the island and unearth an abundance of Hawaiian sights, sounds, scents and flavors. Listen to the sound of blue-green ocean waves crash on the famous beaches of Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach, while surfers from around the globe Hang 10. Postcard-perfect photo opportunities abound from numerous lookouts, including La’ie Point, Pali Lookout, and Hanauma Bay Lookout. Prepare to be impressed (and misted) by the Halona Blowhole as ocean shoots through ancient lava tubes. By now you’ll have worked up quite an appetite, but don’t worry; savory snacks at the Dole Pineapple Pavilion and samples of macadamia nuts and Hawaiian coffee at Tropical Farms will carry you over until you’re taken to a secret location to enjoy a fresh picnic lunch. Welcome to island time. Highlights Experience the entire island of Oahu in one tour. Pearl Harbour Visitor Center and the USS Arizona Memorial. Renowned World War II museums and narration. World famous surf beaches of Oahu’s North Shore. Dole Pineapple Plantation. Breathtaking lookout points of Hanauma Bay and La’ie Point. Historic Nu’uanu Pali Lookout. This tour provider operates 25 passenger deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Their mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs the Kona Airport at 6:00am and returns at 8:30pm. Getting to Your Activity Guests are responsible for getting themselves to the Kona Airport. Please arrive at least one hour prior to scheduled departure time. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
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Kona to Kilauea Volcano Bike and Lava Tour
by Nui Pohaku Big Island Adventure ToursIf bicycling around the rim of an active volcano, exploring a lava tube, strolling a black sand beach and witnessing molten lava spill into the ocean sounds like Hawaiian fun, then jump in the van; a full day of adventure awaits. Your day begins at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll cycle around the rim of the Kilauea Volcano and down a portion of the famous Chain of Craters road. You’ll explore lush rainforest, view the core of Kilauea exploding at Halema’uma’u Crater and walk through a lava tube. A stop at the Jaggar Museum offers the chance to see seismographs at work, and the opportunity to learn more about this dynamic volcano. Refresh and recharge with a fresh picnic lunch before you head off to your next island adventure. Next, you’ll enjoy a most scenic van ride through remarkable rainforest and along stunning oceanside cliffs. Your toes have the chance to be tickled by a gorgeous black sand beach before you head off to search for the amazing scene of molten lava making its journey to the sea. It’s sunset, and there is no better time to watch the drama of glowing lava against the backdrop of an incredibly dark sky. Highlights See more of the volcano on this bicycling exploration around the rim of Kilauea and down the Chain of Craters road. Cruise past centuries-old lava, steam vents and craters. Enjoy mini hikes to investigate a lava tube and scenic overlooks. Visit the popular Jaggar Museum. A picnic lunch is provided, just in time to refresh you. Ride in the van through the scenic Puna District to the ocean where you’ll walk on a black sand beach. Search for molten lava from the Pu’u O’o vent. Enjoy a light dinner toward evening and island fresh fruit, macadamia nuts and other assorted snacks and drinks will also be served during the tour. This moderate tour is suitable for people aged 12 and up. This tour will depart Kona/Waikoloa. between 7am and 8am and return approximately 14 hours later. Getting to your Activity This tour has two central pick up locations: one in Kona and one in Waikoloa.
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Kona History and Snorkel Tour
by Hawaii Outdoor GuidesIt’s just the tour for those who want more than a mere day of snorkelling in warm and crystal clear Hawaiian waters. You’ll hop aboard an air-conditioned van to your guide’s favorite snorkel spot, where even first-timers can get up close and personal with corals, fish and maybe even sea turtles with ease. Your tour will also include an exploration of historic Kona town. Hear tales of monarchs, see Hawaii’s first Christian church (constructed from crushed coral and lava rock), visit a heiau, or temple, and take in any number of other sights during your tour of this enchanting place. Highlights Snorkel at one of the Kona area’s best spots. Experience hands-on instruction. Take a historic tour of Kona town. Suitable for first-time snorkelers. This tour departs at 8:30am and is 3.5 hours long. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up at either the Kona International Airport, or you can meet at the tour company’s office. These trips generally depart daily, but sometimes don’t run during the first four days of the month.
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Kayak and Snorkel Tour
by Kohala Kayak Paddling in ParadiseWhat better way to experience Hawaii’s marine life than a trip that combines kayaking and snorkelling? You’ll visit one or two of the Kohala coast’s premiere snorkelling sites and explore the vibrant underwater world populated by tropical fish, eels, rays and other creatures, then you’ll grab your paddle and glide across the water in your kayak. Travelling via kayak is a great way to get up close and personal with Hawaii’s wildlife and stunning scenery. Highlights Enjoy a 3.5 hour kayaking and snorkelling exploration of Hawaii’s stunning Pacific waters. This tour uses tandem kayaks, so if you’re going solo, you’ll be paired with another participant. This tour departs daily at 9am. Getting to Your Activity You will meet Kohala Kayak at the Puako boat ramp. You are responsible for your transportation to and from the Puako boat ramp.
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2 Hour Stand Up Paddling Lessons
by Kohala Kayak Paddling in ParadiseTry your hand at this growing water-sport craze. Stand-up paddleboarding, or SUP as it is known for short, is an increasingly popular activity where you stand on a long, wide board and paddle along the water’s surface. The waters of the Kohala coast are great for SUPing, whether you’re a newcomer or an old hand. First-timers will be up on their boards and enjoying this sport in no time. Highlights Experience a two hour stand-up paddleboarding lesson in Hawaii’s Pacific waters. Getting to Your Activity You will meet Kohala Kayak at the Puako boat ramp. You are responsible for your transportation to and from the Puako boat ramp.
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Kona Gourmet Adventure at Volcanoes National Park
by Nui Pohaku Big Island Adventure ToursAll of your senses will come alive on this tour that features a visit to Kilauea volcano paired with Hawaiian coffee and wine tasting. Your driver and naturalist guide navigates the scenic, winding back roads of Hawaii as you travel to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. You’ll make an early morning stop to sip fresh, hot, 100% Hawaiian grown coffee. Thanks to volcanic rock and ideal growing conditions, Hawaiian beans take on an extraordinary flavor that will surely impress your palate and serve as the perfect kick-start your day of Hawaiian exploration. Next stop is Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll enjoy narrated short hikes through rainforests that sing with native birds, flourish with dynamic foliage and give off an unforgettable aroma. Explore a lava tube, take in stunning views offered by a number of perfectly positioned overlooks, and investigate the Jaggar Museum to learn more about the workings of one of the world’s most active volcanoes. Then you’ll recharge with a fresh picnic style lunch, and more sensory stimulation awaits; a journey to the Volcano Winery to sample a variety of uniquely crafted wines made with exotic island fruits. Highlights Coffee. Volcano. Lunch. Wine. What more could a sophisticated adventurer ask for? You’ll make an early morning stop to sip fresh, hot, 100% Hawaiian grown coffee. Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, with narrated short hikes through rainforests, investigate a lava tube, take in stunning views offered by a number of crater overlooks, and visit the Jaggar Museum. Break for a picnic lunch including specialty wraps, island-fresh fruit, macadamia nuts, assorted snacks, aloha fruit drinks and bottled water. Visit the Volcano Winery to sample a variety of uniquely crafted wines made with exotic island fruits. Given that there is some walking involved, it is recommended that guests be at least 8 years old. Minimum age is five years old. This tour will pick you up from the Kona/Waikoloa area between 7am and 8am and return you approximately 10 hours later. Getting to your Activity This tour has two central pick up locations: one in Kona and one in Waikoloa.
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Snorkeling Tour on a High-Speed Boat
by Wild Hawaii Ocean AdventuresThis highly rated, thrilling adventure will get you to some of the Kona area’s best snorkel spots in record time. Step aboard the Ocean Warrior, a rigid inflatable assault boat designed for the Navy SEALs, and meet Brett and Deron, your knowledgable captains who just happen to also be underwater photographers and world-class free divers. Now, it’s time to hang on as your captains zip you out to an amazing snorkel spot 25 miles to the south of Honokohau Marina, getting you there at record speeds, leaving you lots of time to head below the water. While the ride might be a quick one, don’t worry; the Ocean Warrior is a safe vessel and you’re in good hands. You may even see some dolphins, whales and sharks on your way. Once you’re done snorkeling at a secluded spot, you’ll ride back along the shoreline so you can do some sightseeing. All in all, it’s an unforgettable morning. Highlights Ride aboard a high-speed boat and travel to some amazing snorkel spots near Kona. The fast boat means more time snorkelling. The Ocean Warrior is a USMI 11-meter ribbed boat equipped with two 470 HP Caterpillar engines, Kamewa Rolls Royce jet drives and a 450-watt stereo. See some notable sights, such as as the Captain Cook Monument and lava tubes, on the return ride. This tour departs daily at 9am. Maximum of six guests, minimum of two. Getting to Your Activity This tour leaves from the Honokohau Marina in Kailua-Kona.
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Kona Fly Away: A Complete Day of Pearl Harbor Exploration
by Discover Hawaii ToursAre you staying on the Big Island, but anxious to explore historic Pearl Harbor and be immersed in its fascinating history? No problem; Travergence makes your excursion to Oahu trouble-free by taking care of all the coordinating. Your airfare is even included in your tour price! You’ll land in lovely Honolulu and be greeted by your knowledgeable Pearl Harbor guide. In no time at all you’ll find yourself at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, watching evocative film footage of the December 7th, 1941 attack, and headed to the serene USS Arizona Memorial. Pearl Harbor’s history begins to unfold. Then your guide will take you to explore famous Ford Island, which took a direct hit during the attack. You’ll have the opportunity to experience what life on board a WWII battleship may have been like as you enjoy a professional guided tour of the “Mighty Mo” USS Missouri Battleship’s deck; you’ll be surrounded by remarkable aircrafts as your tour through the Pacific Aviation Museum; and take part in a contemplative stop at the USS Bowfin Submarine and the USS Oklahoma Memorial. Your guide will offer interesting historical knowledge of several downtown Honolulu sites as you drive by, including: the famous King Kamehameha the Great Statue; Punchbowl National Cemetery; the royal residence of Iolani Palace; the stately Kawaiahao Church (made of coral harvested from the nearby ocean) and Ali’iolani Hale, the first Western style building erected in Honolulu. Highlights Visit the USS Arizona Memorial and the fascinating Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Take part in a 30 minute guided tour of the battleship USS Missouri deck led by a battleship expert, and then have about an hour to explore the rest of “Mighty Mo”- including the living quarters. Explore the USS Bowfin Submarine. Visit historic hangars, once scarred by the December 7th attack, that house the Pacific Aviation Museum, home of numerable authentic wartime aircraft. Visit to the USS Oklahoma Memorial. Drive by a number of historic downtown Honolulu sites. Deluxe mini-coach tour buses, complete with huge viewing windows, air-conditioning, state of the art sound systems, and plush reclining captain’s chairs. Mini-tour buses are relatively small in size, allowing stops at less accessible locations. This tour departs the Kona Airport at 6:15am and returns at approximately 8:30pm. Getting to Your Activity Guests are responsible for getting themselves to the Kona Airport. Please arrive at least one hour prior to scheduled departure time. If you have children two and under traveling with you, please call us to book.
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Four-day Snorkel and Big Island Tour
by Hawaii Outdoor GuidesGet to know the Big Island on this multi-day camping and snorkelling tour. The first day begins by heading north to the Kohala Coast for swimming and lunch at Hawaii’s beautiful Hapuna beach and petroglyph fields. The van will return to the beach to set up camp and to enjoy the beach and sunset before dinner and a night under the stars. After breakfast, you’ll drive through ranches and farms toward the Hamakua Coast where a stop at Kaloko State Park for rainforest hiking and lunch under the canopy of native Hawaiian vegetation. The afternoon is filled with a visit to the Naha Stone and the legend of Kamehameha I before heading toward the island’s Puna district. The night’s camping spot is mere steps from Ahalanui Park’s natural warm springs. The next morning, it’s off to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where you will hike along upland and coastal trails, through lava tubes and view the glow from volcanic activity within Halemaumau and Puu O’o craters. The next morning, the van will head for The Kona coast for a visit at Kealakekua Bay and then north toward Puuhonua o Honaunau for lunch, followed by a visit to the sacred sites and an afternoon of snorkelling. Highlights Spend four days and three nights exploring the Big Island and hitting up some of its best snorkelling spots. Visit the Kohala Coast, petroglyph fields, the Hamakua Coast, Kaloko State Park, the Naha Stone, Puna, Ahalanui Park, Volcanoes National Park and other spots. This tour tours the island in a clockwise direction. This tour is fast paced and physical. Meals, snacks, and camping and snorkel gear are provided. Maximum of 10 guests per tour. You’ll depart at 8:30 the day of your tour, and return four days later. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up at either the Kona International Airport, or you can meet at the tour company’s office. These trips generally occur in the first four days of the month. Special arrangements can be made if you have a minimum of four people in your party.
$499 USD Per Person
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Nature Tours
Nature adventures present themselves every which way you turn in Kailua-Kona. Go ahead, immerse yourself! You’ll discover hikes to hidden waterfalls, horseback riding and ATV excursions through expansive rolling hills, star gazing from the summit of Mauna Kea, and voyaging through Hawaiian rainforest via a famous water system. That’s just for starters! So grab your camera and your sense of adventure because you’ve got a lot of exploring to do.
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Sightseeing
Being the most populated village on Hawaii’s west coast makes Kailua-Kona a hub for sightseeing tours. Take off on a thrilling helicopter tour of lush valleys or a historic sightseeing excursion to Kealakekua Bay where Captain Cook met his demise. Visit the stunning Painted Church, taste fresh Kona Coffee at an authentic coffee farm, or enjoy an educational jaunt to watch Kilauea Volcano lava spill into the sea at sunset. You sightseeing tour from Kailua-Kona will offer you insight into Hawaiian legends and culture, fascinating history, and impressive geology.
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Snorkeling
Warm, calm waters, excellent visibility, a wealth of coral reefs and a variety of colorful tropical fish make snorkeling an incredibly popular activity in Kailua-Kona. Plus snorkeling is easy, making it an ideal family outing! Your guide will provide all the necessary equipment and instruction and lead you to one of Kailua-Kona’s underwater playgrounds such as Kealakekua Bay, a National Marine Park and the location of the Captain Cook Monument. Jump in, get wet, and get exploring; colorful aquatic life thrives in the unspoiled waters off Kailua-Kona’s shores!
Starting at $59 USD
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Kohala Kayak Paddling in Paradise
Let Cheryl and Sian show you the south Kohala coast. Travel by kayak to some of the region’s best snorkelling spots and discover what lives below the surface. Their combination kayak and snorkelling excursions allow you to truly experience Hawaii’s marine life. They also offer stand-up paddleboard lessons for folks wanting to try this growing pastime.
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Nui Pohaku Big Island Adventure Tours
Nui Pohaku Adventure Tours offers a variety of outdoor adventure tours of the Big Island of Hawaii. From zip lining through rainforest canopy to cycling the rim of an active volcano to taste bud pleasing gourmet tours, Nui Pohaku Adventure trained naturalists generously share the Aloha spirit and take pride in helping their guests discover the many natural wonders of the Big Island.
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Hawaii Outdoor Guides
Located on the Big Island of Hawaii, this snorkel tour company is a collection of folks who love everything about the sky, sea and land. There is a host of tours for the outwardly active that range from the six-hour day snorkelling to longer trips that include camping, hiking, kayaking and much more. Small groups are the rule here, no herding, no hovering, and no trail congestion. Hawaii Outdoor Guides specialize in attentive, personal and enjoyable experiences for those who enjoy a lot of fresh air along with a bit of time alone along with their adventures.
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Wild Hawaii Ocean Adventures
There’s a reason the acronym for this business is WHOA. Wild Hawaii Ocean Adventures specializes in fast-paced trips around the Kona Coast in the Ocean Warrior, a Navy SEAL assault vessel with twin 470 HP engines. This makes for thrilling rides that will get you to your destination in a snap, whether it be a great snorkeling or diving spot, a regular whale hangout or just hitting the water at high speeds. Captains Brett Lemaster and Deron Verbeck are world class free-divers and photographers with over 20 years of experience on the water.
Starting at $100 USD
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Situated on the west coast of the Big Island of Hawaii you’ll discover the village of Kailua-Kona; a recreational playground set against ancient lava flows, and amongst tropical greenery. Positioned right at the edge of the Pacific, and boasting 11 of the world’s 13 climatic zones, you’ll find near endless opportunities for amusement. Take a bicycle tour and explore charming old Hawaiian towns and country roads, join a kayak or snorkeling excursion and investigate marvelous marine life, swim with dolphins or watch majestic whales as they break from the sea, or enjoy an eco hike to a hidden waterfall. Whether you’re in search of a family adventure, a romantic escape, or an historic excursion, you’re likely to find it in Kailua-Kona.
