Kona Coast: Hop on Hop off
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Port
Kona, Hawaii, US
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$89.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Relax on golden sands, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and browse local markets, galleries, and boutiques, many offering exclusive discounts. This coastal adventure features live narration, history, culture, and unlimited shopping opportunities with stunning views of the Kona Coast.
Experience the wonders of the Kona Coast on this seven-mile journey featuring a stunning landscape. This one-hour narrated round-trip experience allows you to hop on and off as you wish to explore iconic Kona at your own pace. Begin at the Keauhou Shopping Center, where you can browse boutiques, restaurants, and galleries. At Kahalu’u Beach, swim and explore the calm waters, perfect for snorkeling beginners (bring your own equipment). At Magic Sands Beach, watch as the white sands disappear and reappear with the tides, revealing black lava rock beneath. Wander through Ali’i Garden Marketplace, filled with shops and eateries, Coconut Grove for views of Kailua Bay, and the Farmers Market teeming with fresh fruits and handmade souvenirs. Finally, step back in time at two historic landmarks, Hulihe’e Palace and Mokuaikaua Church. Craft your perfect day on this engaging tour.
What You Will See Along the Way: Note: As a Hop-On, Hop-Off tour, all stops are optional.
There are seven stops along the way, ensuring something for everyone:
- Keauhou Shopping Center: Offering shopping, dining, and local art.
- Kahalu’u Beach: This snorkeler’s paradise (bring your own equipment) abounds with tropical fish and sea turtles that thrive in this sheltered cove.
- Magic Sands Beach: Witness the wonder of disappearing sands at this picturesque beach.
- Ali’i Garden Marketplace: Stroll through a peaceful garden setting filled with shops and eateries.
- Coconut Grove: Relax and recharge at this lively area filled with shops and views of Kailua Bay.
- Farmers Market: Immerse yourself in the local flavors, fresh fruits, and handmade souvenirs.
- Hulihe’e Palace and Mokuaikaua Church: Step back in time at Hawaii’s first Christian church and the historic Hulihe’e Palace, a former royal residence that now showcases artifacts and stories from Hawaii’s regal past.
Notes:
Wear comfortable walking shoes. If visiting a beach, please bring a towel from the ship and reef-safe sunscreen is required if planning to go in the water. No swim fins are allowed at Kahalu'u Beach Park. For Snorkeling, packages are available at the beach and are not included. please make sure to bring cash or a credit card for payment. Entrances into sights are also not included in this tour. At beaches with Sea Turtles or Monk Seals, guests must maintain a distance of at least 10 feet from Sea Turtles, 50 feet from adult Monk Seals, and 150 feet from Monk Seal mothers and pups.