
Kona, Hawaii
Welcome to the Big Island of Hawaii and to Kona. The Kona Coast is a land of infinite variety, ranging from pristine beaches to rolling uplands that are home to coffee plantations, macadamia groves and the largest privately owned cattle ranch in the United States. To the southeast lies Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, and Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes in the world. And offshore lies a fisherman's paradise. Kona is hailed as "The Billfish Capital of the World," and the town hosts the annual Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament.
Twice as large as the other major Hawaiian Islands combined, Hawaii's terrain ranges from tropical beaches to the alpine crags and basalt heights of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. At over 10,000 feet above sea level, Mauna Kea is the highest point in the Pacific Basin. On Hawaii, the temperature is always a result of elevation.
Note: Kona is an anchorage port. Transportation from ship to shore is via the ship's tender service.
Points of Interest
- Place of Refuge
- Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument
- Aquatic Adventures
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- St. Benedict's Painted Church
- Ahu'ena Heiau Temple
- Kona Coffee Sampling
- Cloud Forest Sanctuary
Glassbottom Boat Reef Tour
- Ahu'ena Heiau Temple
- Aquatic Adventures
Discover the wonders under the sea without getting wet! A glass-bottomed boat tour of Kona's reef is an opportunity to view coral gardens, schools of colorful tropical fish and a host of fascinating marine creatures. An onboard naturalist points out sights of interest on this adventure for the whole family.
Easy Activity
$69.95
Easy Kona: Place of Refuge, Painted Church & City Drive
- Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument
- Place of Refuge
- St. Benedict's Painted Church
- Kona Coffee Sampling
Discover magnificent Kona on a narrated tour featuring the island's memorable highlights. Experience breathtaking scenic beauty on a guided drive to the "Place of Refuge," an enchanting cultural site built to shelter Hawaiians who broke the law. Visit the glorious "Painted Church" and sample Kona's famous java at the Royal Kona Coffee Store.
Easy Activity
$79.95
Easy Kona: Place of Refuge, Painted Church & City Drive (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument
- Place of Refuge
- St. Benedict's Painted Church
- Kona Coffee Sampling
Discover magnificent Kona on a narrated tour featuring the island's memorable highlights. Experience breathtaking scenic beauty on a guided drive to the "Place of Refuge," an enchanting cultural site built to shelter Hawaiians who broke the law. Visit the glorious "Painted Church" and sample Kona's famous java at the Royal Kona Coffee Store.
Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity
$79.95
Captain Zodiac Rafting & Snorkeling Adventure
- Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument
- Aquatic Adventures
Enjoy a thrilling ride along the scenic Kona Coast in a high-speed Zodiac. View dramatic lava tubes, sea caves and the Captain Cook Monument en route to Kealakekua Bay. This marine sanctuary is yours to discover on a snorkel safari. Refresh with fresh island fruits after your swim.
Strenuous Activity, Includes snack
$149.95
Kona Coffee & Cloud Forest Explorer
- Kona Coffee Sampling
- Cloud Forest Sanctuary
Nature lovers will thrill to a guided walk through the spectacular Cloud Forest Sanctuary, located on the slopes of Hualalai Volcano. Then, sample the Big Island's renowned coffee at a nearby plantation and conclude with a stop at Kaloko Honokohau National Historical Park for its sandy shores, sacred temples and petroglyphs.
Strenuous Activity, Includes snack
$169.95
Kona Coast Whale Watching
- Aquatic Adventures
Have a whale of a time searching for magnificent sea creatures like whales, dolphins, manta rays, sea turtles and more as your captain sets a course along Kona's beautiful coast. Hear the whale song through a hydrophone while an on-board marine-life naturalist answers your questions.
Easy Activity, Includes snack
$179.95
Historic Kona Lunch Cruise
- Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument
- Ahu'ena Heiau Temple
Journey back to the Big Island's origins aboard a 65-foot catamaran as you sail down beautiful Kealakekua Bay. Enjoy live Hawaiian entertainment and a local historian who will dazzle you with stories, legends and facts referencing the many landmarks and historical sites seen along the way! Lunch is included.
Easy Activity, Includes meal
$189.95
Atlantis Submarine Adventure
- Aquatic Adventures
Explore the magnificent coastal waters off Kailua-Kona on a submarine voyage that takes you 125 feet below the surface. The Atlantis features large viewing ports and an onboard naturalist, who points out sights of interest as your cruise explores a coral garden perched atop an ancient lava flow, teeming with fish.
Moderate Activity
$199.95
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Kahuku Unit
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- St. Benedict's Painted Church
- Kona Coffee Sampling
Capture the Aloha spirit with an all-day tour of some of the island's most popular attractions. Sample 100% Kona coffee at Bay View Farms. Admire the artwork inside St. Benedict's Painted Church. Behold extraordinary lava landscapes at Volcanoes National Park, and stroll along Punalu'u Beach in search of green sea turtles.
Moderate Activity, Includes meal
$229.95
Historical Kona Foodie Walk
- Ahu'ena Heiau Temple
Immerse yourselves in the burgeoning Kona food scene on a guided walk through downtown Kona with stops in some of the best restaurants and establishments along the way. You'll be treated to tasty nibbles, "must haves," and an extra helping of the island's fascinating history and lore along the way.
Moderate Activity, Includes meal
$249.95
Best of Kona by Land & Sea
- Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument
- Ahu'ena Heiau Temple
- Place of Refuge
- St. Benedict's Painted Church
- Kona Coffee Sampling
This fascinating full-day tour shows off Kona by land and by sea. You'll enjoy a panoramic drive to historic sites with a stop for Kona coffee and shopping. Then a lunch cruise of Kealakekua Bay is another opportunity to witness flora and fauna through the eyes of your onboard experts.
Easy Activity, Includes meal
$299.95
A Taste of Kona
Indulge your senses with the beauty and flavors of Kona, known for its island-grown delicacies. Sample locally-made dark chocolate at Kokoleka Lani Farms. See how coffee, rainwater and cacao are transformed into soap at Kona Natural Soap Company. And taste fresh Gourmet Blend Kona Joe Coffee at Kona Joe Coffee Farm.
Shopping Opportunities, Moderate Activity, Includes snack
$299.95
Kona Joe Coffee Farm & Roasting Experience
- Kona Coffee Sampling
Unique growing conditions and nutrient-rich volcanic soil produce the world-famous Kona coffee. Visit Kona Joe Coffee Farm, the world's first trellised coffee farm. Learn the production process from field to cup on a guided walk and try your hand at roasting beans to take home. Conclude with a coffee tasting and locally produced chocolates.
Shopping Opportunities, Moderate Activity
$329.95