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Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch

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

CA $180
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
4.5hr Snorkel & Dolphin Watch includes breakfast & Lunch plus a 20ft slide
Kona Catamaran Sail aboard Spirit of Aloha from Honokohau Harbor

Kona Catamaran Day or Sunset Sail aboard Spirit of Aloha

CA $123
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kona Catamaran Day or Sunset Sail aboard Spirit of Aloha
The Sunset Luau at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort

The Sunset Luau at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort

CA $273
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 $183
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Manta Ray Night Snorkel at famed Manta Ray Village from Keauhou Harbor
Voyagers of the Pacific Luau at the Royal Kona Resort

Voyagers of the Pacific Luau at the Royal Kona Resort

CA $265
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Voyagers of the Pacific Luau at the Royal Kona Resort
Kona Airport Custom Lei Greeting - Choose Your Lei

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

CA $86
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kona Airport Custom Lei Greeting - Choose Your Lei (KOA)
Afternoon Snorkel Cruise to Kealakekua Bay State Park

Kealakekua Bay AM or PM Snorkel Tour - Captain Cook Monument with 2 Slides

CA $199
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kealakekua Bay AM or PM Snorkel Tour - Captain Cook Monument with 2 Slides
Mauna Kea Snorkel Adventure from Kawaihae Harbor

Mauna Kea Snorkel Adventure from Kawaihae Harbor

CA $165
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mauna Kea Snorkel Adventure from Kawaihae 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 $470 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 3773 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $134 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 791 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $272 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 $343 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 $343 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 beautiful beaches or seek out the snorkeling spots.
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