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Kona Manta Rays Guaranteed Night Snorkel in Keauhou Harbor

Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour: Guaranteed or come again free

CA $153
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour: Guaranteed or come again free
Kona Catamaran Sail aboard Spirit of Aloha from Honokohau Harbor

Kona Catamaran Day or Sunset Sail aboard Spirit of Aloha

CA $125
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kona Catamaran Day or Sunset Sail aboard Spirit of Aloha
Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch

4.5hr Snorkel & Dolphin Watch includes breakfast & Lunch plus a 20ft slide

CA $159
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
4.5hr Snorkel & Dolphin Watch includes breakfast & Lunch plus a 20ft slide
The Sunset Luau at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort

The Sunset Luau at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort

CA $276
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
The Sunset Luau at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort
Scuba divers look at large manta ray up close

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at famed Manta Ray Village from Keauhou Harbor

CA $185
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Manta Ray Night Snorkel at famed Manta Ray Village from Keauhou Harbor
Captain Cook Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay from Kailua Pier

Captain Cook Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay from Kailua Pier

CA $265
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Captain Cook Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay from Kailua Pier
Kona Airport Custom Lei Greeting - Choose Your Lei

Kona Airport Custom Lei Greeting - Choose Your Lei (KOA)

CA $87
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kona Airport Custom Lei Greeting - Choose Your Lei (KOA)
Afternoon Captain Cook Snorkel Express

Kealakekua Bay and Captain Cook Snorkel tour from Keauhou Harbor

CA $158
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kealakekua Bay and Captain Cook Snorkel tour from Keauhou Harbor
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Tours & day trips

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Mauna Kea Summit & Stars Adventure

Mauna Kea Summit & Stars Adventure

Activity duration is 8 hours and 20 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 53 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $458 per traveller
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Water activities

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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 3724 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $131 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

Activity duration is 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 115 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $334 per adult
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History & culture

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Voyagers of the Pacific Luau at the Royal Kona Resort

Voyagers of the Pacific Luau at the Royal Kona Resort

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 788 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $265 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

Activity duration is 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 115 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $334 per adult
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Stay near popular Kailua-Kona attractions

A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and red boats docked at a pier.

Kailua Pier

9.0/10 (666 reviews)
After visiting Kailua Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kailua-Kona. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the snorkeling spots.
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