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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviewsMagical Night Manta Ray Snorkel
Enjoy a sunset cruise, then snorkel at night with gentle manta rays in their natural habitat. Guests must have no medical conditions, climb the boat ladder unassisted, and not be expecting mothers.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 1086 reviewsManta Ray Night Snorkeling
Enjoy a sunset cruise and snorkel with gentle manta rays in their natural habitat.
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsManta ray night snorkel and sunset boat ride
Experience Kona magic on an epic ocean tour. Check this tour off your bucket list. Snorkel in beautiful Kona Hawaii with manta rays swimming within inches of your face.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviewsKona Surf Lesson
Ohana Surf Lessons is a local family owned business that strives to provide unique, quality and safe surfing experiences. Licensed & Insured , Instructors are Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR Certified.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 66 reviewsCoconut experience with The CocoMon ™
learn all the science and human anatomy behind the coconut. learn how to open this magnificent fruit and all its uses in island life!
5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviewsEncounter Kona whales up-close and in comfort
Enjoy unmatched speed and agility on a super-raft so you won’t miss any of the spectacle.
4.45 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviewsSavor a sunset dinner cruise along the Kona coast
Bask in the golden light on the water during a 2.5-hour ride on a luxury super-raft.
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsSnorkel rarely-seen spots on the Kona Coast
Skip the crowded tour boats and embark on this premium half-day adventure
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsKona Coral Reef Tour with a Marine Biologist
Set off on a guided snorkeling adventure along the historic Kona coastline. Discover vibrant coral reefs, and learn about this thriving ecosystem over snacks and drinks
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsDouble Reef Snorkel & Dolphin Watch
Snorkel two different reefs along with watching wild Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins in-between snorkels and also the possibility of Whales.
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New place to stayPlant Dye Workshop: Eco-Printing & Flower Pounding
Learn natural dye methods in our outdoor dye studio. Using fresh leaves and flowers, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind botanical print by eco-printing or flower pounding on a fabric keepsake to take home.
New place to stayExplore Kona’s farms and ancient Hawaiian sites
Walk royal grounds above Kealakekua Bay, wander ancient fishponds and seawalls, and visit a coffee farm and honey house with knowledgeable, local guides and small groups.
New place to stayExplore volcanoes and stargaze near Mauna Kea
Dip your toes in a black sand beach, gaze into Kilauea Crater, walk through a lava tube, eat dinner in Volcano Village, and end with world-class stargazing led by our knowledgeable, local guides.
New place to stayVolcanoes, waterfalls and coffee farm day trip
Sip Kona coffee at its source, walk Punaluu’s black sand, descend lava tubes, feel Akaka and Rainbow Falls and pause at Waipio Valley for sunset with our knowledgeable guides.
New place to stayChase big island waterfalls with a guide
Join a small group and local guide to walk rainforest paths, swim at Kulaniapia Falls and visit Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Waipio Valley lookout, and see towering volcanoes along Saddle Road.
New place to stayPaint and meditate in an ocean studio
Relax with a sound healing meditation using gongs and crystal bowls. Then intuitively paint your inner and outer visions in the host's open-air art studio with inspiring lava flows and ocean view.
New place to stayBig Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Explore Big Island with my GPS-triggered Audio Tour app. Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour. Go anytime, stop anywhere, listen offline, and enjoy lifetime access.
New place to stayWalk the Path of the Demigod Māui
Take a walk and learn the traditional story of Māui's attempt to join the Big Island and Maui. Visit the places in the story while adding more meaning to frequently visited places in Hilo.
New place to stayPrivate Kona Snorkel Charter with Lunch
Snorkel two top Kona sites—Two Step Hōnaunau and Kealakekua Bay/Captain Cook Monument—with reef time, scenic coastline views, tropical fish, lava formations, and fresh Hawaiian-style lunch onboard.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsWalk Hawaii volcanoes with a native guide
Explore Kilauea’s overlook, steam vents, and Nahuku lava tube with insights from a Native Hawaiian. Learn cultural and geological stories tied to the island's volcanic landscapes.
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