Best 246 things to do in Kailua Kona, HI

Set your own pace on a private island tour of volcanoes, viewpoints, and local history

Learn the seed-to-cup process, sip unlimited Kona coffee samples, and explore scenic groves in just one hour.

Roast your own Kona coffee over an open flame in 45 minutes

Brew Kona coffee with a small-group workshop and guided tastings

Taste seasonal Kona-grown fruits on a guided farm tour

Explore the craft of Kona coffee with a master roaster

Taste organic Kona coffee and take home a bag to enjoy

Ride an ATV through Polynesian villages and try hands-on cultural activities

Paddle Kona's coast to sea caves, coral gardens, and reef snorkel spots

Ride off-road through Kona farms and learn about coffee

Rent snorkel gear, boards, and beach essentials for your Big Island days

Paint on an ocean-view lanai with coffee and a local artist

Ride a 41 ft. Super-Raft for Kona coast sunset views and Hawaiian-inspired cuisine

Swim alongside gentle manta rays after dark for an unforgettable Kona marine encounter.

Family-friendly Kona Coast whale watching (December–March)

Snorkel or dive Kona reefs, then spot manta rays on a 2-tank afternoon trip

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

Snorkel two Kona Coast reef sites in a small group of 14 or fewer

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