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Wide Angle Tkis at Place of Refuge in Kona Hawaii
Wide Angle Tkis at Place of Refuge in Kona Hawaii

Discover Kona, Hawaii

Volcanic Hikes. Coffee Plantations.

Kona offers the quintessential Hawaii experience. Sunny, warm weather and crystal blue waters entice visitors to partake in a variety of surfside fun. Snorkel amongst a kaleidoscope of tropical marine life. Take a surfing lesson, a kayaking trip or head out to deeper waters for some deep-sea fishing. Check out our amazing Hawaiian itineraries.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Kona

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Waves Crashing in Kona, HI, during a storm. Waves Crashing in Kona, HI, during a storm.
Green Hawaiian Golf Course on Lava Ocean Shore of Kona Island Play a round of 18 in paradise.
Kailua- Kona hiking in Hawaii Kailua-Kona hiking in Hawaii.
Kona Magic Sands Beach (White Sands) Kona Magic Sands Beach (White Sands).
White church and rainbow over the city of Kailua Kona, Big Island, Hawaii White church and rainbow over the city of Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Big Island Hawaii

Famous For

Kona puts Hawaii on the map with its deliciously strong brew - visit a coffee farm to get a taste and see how it's made!

Traditional Hawaiian cuisine on table close-up. Cooked poke bowls served with sliced vegetables, fish and greenery, dried seaweed. Healthy vegetarian food. Asian vegan raw meal, chopsticks.

Exquisite Flavours

Indulge in fresh poke bowls and the unique flavour of lilikoi (passion fruit) desserts.

Aerial drone view the Captain James Cook Monument in Kealakekua Bay, Big Island, Hawaii. The monument marks the spot where James Cook was killed in a fight with native Hawaiians in 1779.

Fun Facts

Captain James Cook was the first westerner to set foot on the island and is honoured with a monument built on land gifted to the United Kingdom.

Port Name & Location

Kailua Pier
Ship will ANCHOR OFF SHORE at this port.

Language

The local language is English.

Time Zone

HAST (Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -10 hours.

Currency & Shopping

US Dollar (USD)
Hawaiian jewellery, island wear, native crafts and Kona coffee.
Shop for local gifts from Kona here.

Featured Kona Itineraries

Learn More about Kona

Read more on our official travel blog.

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