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Kailua-Kona

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For guests staying in Kailua-Kona hotels, nestled at the bottom of Hualalai Volcano, this area is a bustling seaside town where balmy weather conditions and crystalline waters make it optimal for almost any ocean adventure. Kailua-Kona was once home to Hawaii’s greatest kings and today this city center is the perfect spot for those who seek area attractions that resonate with rich tradition and history, from petroglyphs and battlefields to sanctuaries and ancient temples.
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Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai-0
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Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai
4.90 (15)
From USD 160.49
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Experience an incredible 1.5 hour Kona manta ray night time snorkeling experience
Includes wetsuits, snorkel gear, hot drinks and hot soup
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
2 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest-0
Keauhou Bay Manta Ray Night Dive Tour & Snorkel Adventure from Kona - Sea Quest
4.90 (15)
USD 146.41
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Embark on a one hour night snorkeling tour and watch graceful giant manta rays swoop below you
Includes wetsuits, flotation devices, hot chocolate, cookies, snorkel gear
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
2 hour(s)
Daily
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise-0
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise
4.40 (139)
USD 141.03
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Join Sea Paradise on a 2-hour night snorkel tour and swim with giant mantas at Manta Ray Village
If you don't see mantas, come back again for free! Includes light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
1.5 - 2.5 hour(s)
Daily
3-Hour Kona Whale Watching Tour & Rafting Expedition - Captain Zodiac [Dec-Mar]-0
3-Hour Kona Whale Watching Tour & Rafting Expedition - Captain Zodiac [Dec-Mar]
4.30 (9)
USD 126.47
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Embark on a 3-hour thrilling whale watching and marine life adventure
An exhilarating fun ride along Kona's rugged coastline. See lava tubes, sea caves, dolphins & more!
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Sun / Mon / Tue / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
2.5-Hour Ocean Encounter Whale Watching Cruise from Honokohau Harbor [Dec-Mar]-0
2.5-Hour Ocean Encounter Whale Watching Cruise from Honokohau Harbor [Dec-Mar]
5.00 (2)
USD 118.48
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Join a 2.5-hour morning or afternoon cruise along Kona's coast to search for humpback whales
If you do not see whales during your whale watching cruise, you can go again for free
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3 hour(s)
Daily
Hawaii Forest & Trail - Kona Volcano Hiking Tour & Hidden Craters Adventure-0
Hawaii Forest & Trail - Kona Volcano Hiking Tour & Hidden Craters Adventure
5.00 (2)
USD 193.72
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Explore the upper slopes of Kona and get exclusive private access onto Hualalai Volcano
Enjoy a 3-4 mile hike through untouched cloud forest with incredible vistas of the Kona coast
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Meal Not Provided
Morning
5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Fri / Sat Only
Kona Glassbottom Boat & Guided Coral Reef Tour with Marine Naturalist-0
Kona Glassbottom Boat & Guided Coral Reef Tour with Marine Naturalist
4.60 (30)
USD 65.63
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Enjoy a 50-minute cruise along the coastline of Kailua Bay within inches of the coral reef
With four crystal-clear glass windows, everyone on board will have incredible underwater views
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
1.5 hour(s)
Daily
Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour-0
Sea Paradise 3-Hour Afternoon Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour
4.60 (22)
USD 135.64
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Embark on a fun-filled 3 hour snorkel sail to the famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay
Visit the best snorkel spot on the Big Island, and see coral reefs, sea turtles, and tropical fish
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Daily
Kohala Waterfalls Hike & Swim Eco Tour + Off-Road Adventure with Picnic Lunch-0
Kohala Waterfalls Hike & Swim Eco Tour + Off-Road Adventure with Picnic Lunch
4.40 (14)
USD 260.73
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Explore the rugged valleys of Kohala, visit several different tropical waterfalls!
Experience an off-road drive to an exclusive trailhead and swim under a cascading waterfalls
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
7 - 9.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
3-Hour Small-Group Private Whale Watching Cruise - Aloha Kona Tours [Jan-Feb]-0
3-Hour Small-Group Private Whale Watching Cruise - Aloha Kona Tours [Jan-Feb]
5.00 (3)
USD 785.32
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Set out in search of humpback whales on a 3-hour luxury private boat charter along the Kona coast
Available exclusively for 6 guests to ensure a safe and intimate experience
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Daily
4.5-Hour Sea Quest Premium Rafting Snorkel Tour at Honaunau & Kealakekua Bay-0
4.5-Hour Sea Quest Premium Rafting Snorkel Tour at Honaunau & Kealakekua Bay
5.00 (3)
USD 164.72
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Embark on a ocean rafting adventure down the scenic South Kona Coast and snorkel at 2 pristine spots
Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay, and Honaunau Bay for a fantastic underwater adventure!
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
5 hour(s)
Daily
4-hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Adventure with Lunch - Body Glove Cruises Super Raft-0
4-hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Adventure with Lunch - Body Glove Cruises Super Raft
5.00 (2)
USD 140.54
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Embark on a 4-hour rafting and snorkeling adventure off of Kailua-Kona to two snorkel spots
Let expert in-water snorkelers guide you around amazing underwater worlds a few miles off-shore
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
4.5 hour(s)
Sun / Mon / Tue / Thu / Fri Only
Kona Golden Hour Sunset Ocean Rafting Cruise with Dinner - Body Glove Cruises-0
Kona Golden Hour Sunset Ocean Rafting Cruise with Dinner - Body Glove Cruises
5.00 (1)
USD 129.73
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Indulge in dinner & drinks as you watch a Big Island sunset of your dreams aboard a luxurious raft
This 2.5-hour cruise showcases sandy beaches, serene waters, and alluring coves of the Kona coast
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon
3 hour(s)
Mon / Wed / Fri Only
Aloha Kona Tours Private Boat Charter - Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Watch-0
Aloha Kona Tours Private Boat Charter - Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Watch
5.00 (1)
From USD 1,036.00
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Enjoy a luxury private boat charter and explore the underwater paradise of Kealakekua Bay
3 and 4-hour charter packages available for groups of up to 6 passengers
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
3.5 - 4.5 hour(s)
Daily
Wahine Charters - Kona Whale Watching Cruise with Expert Guide [Dec - Mar]-0
Wahine Charters - Kona Whale Watching Cruise with Expert Guide [Dec - Mar]
5.00 (1)
USD 106.36
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Embark on a 2.5-hour whale watching cruise along the scenic Kona coast
Limited to groups of no more than 20 passengers on board a fast and comfortable 29-ft power boat
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3 hour(s)
Daily
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition-0
Sea Quest Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour & Rafting Sea Cave Expedition
4.90 (52)
From USD 124.87
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3 hour, 4 hour and 5 hour South Kona snorkeling tours
Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay and Honaunau Bay
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 - 5.5 hour(s)
Daily
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch-0
4.5-Hour Sea Paradise Premium Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
4.90 (15)
USD 178.72
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Set sail on a 4.5 hour snorkeling cruise to the Big Island's best snorkel spots at Kealakekua Bay
Enjoy a premium morning cruise featuring two snorkel stops, and a delicious breakfast and lunch
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
5 hour(s)
Daily
Hawaii Lifeguard Surf Instructors - Kona Private & Semi-Private Surfing Lessons-0
Hawaii Lifeguard Surf Instructors - Kona Private & Semi-Private Surfing Lessons
4.70 (30)
From USD 145.55
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Learn how to surf on the Big Island on your choice of private 2-hour surfing lessons in Kona
You will soon be catching waves with Hawaii lifeguards who are also expert surfing instructors
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Captain Zodiac Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour & South Kona Sea Cave Expedition-0
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Captain Zodiac Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour & South Kona Sea Cave Expedition
4.40 (216)
From USD 145.82
5% OFF
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Embark on an exciting ocean raft adventure to snorkel at Kealakekua Bay! 4 or 5-hour tours available
Witness a stunning marine life spectacle! See playful dolphins, turtles, and vibrant tropical fish
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
4.5 - 5.5 hour(s)
Sun / Mon / Tue / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Kealakekua Bay Guided Kayak & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour - Adventures In Paradise-0
Kealakekua Bay Guided Kayak & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour - Adventures In Paradise
4.80 (22)
USD 109.11
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Kayak to the iconic Captain Cook Monument for an exciting snorkeling adventure at Kealakekua Bay
This 2.5-hour kayaking tour is for intermediate to advanced kayak paddlers
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Fri Only
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Dolphin Quest Hawaii - Dolphin Swim & Encounter at Hilton Waikoloa Village
From USD 240.84
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Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village
From USD 225.13
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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
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Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
From USD 143.93
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From USD 344.40
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From USD 183.25
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From USD 187.64
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Big Island Spectacular Circle Island Helicopter Flight with Landing Option
From USD 719.00
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Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove
USD 189.19
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Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner
From USD 240.73
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Twilight Volcano Tour with Stargazing, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm
USD 271.20
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From USD 202.72
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Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure
From USD 218.80

Latest reviews of Kailua-Kona

Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove

Awesome

2025/04/01 Others Jp

Very chill. Lots of history on trip. Great dinner.

Big Island Whale Watching Cruise from Waikoloa - Hawaii Nautical [Dec-Mar]

Great trip!

2025/03/29 Families Mickey

Great Whale watching trip out of A Bay! The crew was easy going, informative and interesting.

4.5-Hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Tour & Dolphin Watch with Lunch - Body Glove Cruise

Great adventure for all ages

2025/03/29 Families with Young Children Tee R

A little relaxing and adventure. Crew was very friendly and fun. Always felt safe in and out of the water. Meals were good. Would definitely recommend and we would go again!

Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner

Fabulous

2025/03/27 Friends Kara

A great tour, worth the money as the staff details the conditions of the sky during your viewing.

Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka

Great experience!

2025/03/27 Friends Kara

we were nervous at first swimming at night, but we had a wonderful time and would do it again!

Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner

Incredible

2025/03/26 Families The Bushnell family

One of the highlights of our trip! Sam was fantastic - incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Not only were we awed by the universe, Sam helped us understand Hawaii as well. Keep up the great work.

Kailua-Kona | Book Big Island Tours, Activities & Things to Do with HawaiiActivities.com
For guests staying in Kailua-Kona hotels, nestled at the bottom of Hualalai Volcano, this area is a bustling seaside town where balmy weather conditions and crystalline waters make it optimal for almost any ocean adventure. Kailua-Kona was once home to Hawaii’s greatest kings and today this city center is the perfect spot for those who seek area attractions that resonate with rich tradition and history, from petroglyphs and battlefields to sanctuaries and ancient temples.
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