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26 Highest-Rated Kona, Hawaii Tourist Attractions to Visit

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26 Highest-Rated Kona, Hawaii Tourist Attractions to Visit

Introduction - If you're looking for scenic natural landscapes and fun recreational activities, then Kona is perfect for your next vacation. Nestled...

 
 

Night snorkel with manta rays

Tourist Attraction 1 - Snorkeling with manta rays is something you must absolutely do while in Kona. The manta rays in the Kona region...

 
 

Shop at the Kona Farmers Market

Tourist Attraction 2 - If you're looking for the best things to do on Kona, HI, visiting Kona Village Farmers Market is a must...

 
 

Dare to swim with sharks

Tourist Attraction 3 - The waters around Kona are home to a vast array of marine life, including sharks. If you're up for it...

 
 

Tackle the Hidden Craters Hike

Tourist Attraction 4 - This fun activity will see you exploring volcanic caves and craters while also taking in Kona's scenic beauty. The Hidden...

 
 

Relax on Makalawena Beach

Tourist Attraction 5 - Makalawena Beach is another incredible beach to visit. To enjoy the beach's transparent water and fine-grained sand, you must hike...

 
 

Taste delicious Kona Coffee

Tourist Attraction 6 - Kona is well-known for its coffee, simply called Kona Coffee. The area is also home to the only living history...

 
 

Explore under the ocean on a submarine

Tourist Attraction 7 - Have you ever wanted to see into the depths of the ocean? Then you have to try a Kona Atlantis...

 
 

Go on a glass bottom reef tour

Tourist Attraction 8 - If diving or snorkeling isn't your thing, but you want to view Kona's marine life, then a glass-bottom reef tour...

 
 

Explore Kealakekua Bay

Tourist Attraction 9 - Adding a trip to Kealakekua Bay to your Kailua-Kona itinerary is a must! Located on the South Kona coast, Kealakekua...

 
 
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Kayak to the Captain Cook Monument

Tourist Attraction 10 - Visiting the Captain Cook Monument is a popular activity in Kona. But why not kayak there? Kayaking and snorkeling tours...

 
 

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