Best 183 things to do in Kailua Kona, HI

Snorkel with manta rays at night with guides and fewer people in the water

Snorkel Kona’s Gold Coast on a 2.5-hour catamaran cruise

Private 3-hour blackwater night dive on a 6-passenger vessel

Learn freediving fundamentals in 2 days with classroom, pool, and open-water training

Learn scuba basics on a 2-tank morning boat dive with a 2:1 instructor ratio

Premium 1-tank night dive to explore Kona’s reef after dark

Learn to identify Hawaiian reef fish on a 2-dive PADI specialty

Charter the 33-ft Honu Lele for a custom snorkel or scuba day

Spot humpback whales from a fast, comfortable 41-ft raft with marine naturalist narration and guaranteed sightings

Uncover Kona's eerie legends and historical haunts on a guided nighttime walk with paranormal gear.

Spot migrating humpbacks with a marine naturalist and hydrophones on a 2.5–3 hour Kona cruise

Tour Kona history and local farms with coffee and honey tastings

See humpbacks off Kona on a 1.5-hour sail with guaranteed sightings and expert narration

Evening 2-tank dive: Manta Heaven and a Blackwater drift dive

Explore Kona’s less-visited sites on a long-range 2-tank morning dive

Private Kona coast ocean safari for up to 6 guests

Spend 2.5 hours viewing whales and dolphins off Kona and listen to their songs with an underwater hydrophone.

Explore Big Island volcano highlights with lunch, snacks, and a 3-course dinner

Explore lush waterfalls, gardens, and local flavors with included meals and expert guides.

Get 1:1 coaching with a certified lifeguard surf instructor at Kahaluʻu Bay

Hear humpback songs and spot whales on a 2.5-hour seasonal cruise

Learn safe, sustainable spearfishing with proven techniques and hands-on ocean practice

View and listen to humpback whales on a 2.5-hour tour with onboard hydrophones

Swim at a private waterfall and tour tropical gardens on the Big Island