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The Hawaii Experience: 120-minute Helicopter Ride
The Hawaii Experience: 120-minute Helicopter Ride From $408.20 per Traveler
Take flight over Hawaii’s idyllic landscapes for a perspective like no other! Soar for two hours through 11 different climate zones as you hover above the indescribable panoramas of Hawaiian paradise.
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South Kona Snorkel Expedition with Lunch
South Kona Snorkel Expedition with Lunch From $101.84 per Adult
Colorful tropical fish, coral gardens, and graceful sea turtles fill the pristine waters of the coast of South Kona. Join this snorkeling adventure to explore these hidden paradise treasures and more.
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Royal Kona Resort Luau
Royal Kona Resort Luau From $75.18 per Adult
As the evening sky settles into a spectacular sunset, join an acclaimed cast of musicians, drummers, and dancers for a musical journey through the South Pacific. Lava, legends, and legacies are presented under the stars, set to the sound of waves lapping the shoreline.
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Events and Shows
The Sunset Waikoloa Luau
The Sunset Waikoloa Luau From $97.00 per Adult
Feast on Hawaiian delicacies while experiencing traditional Polynesian live music and dancing. Enjoy a full bar, contemporary buffet, and boisterous entertainment while enjoying an unforgettable Hawaiian sunset.
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Island Breeze Luau
Island Breeze Luau From $81.38 per Adult
A favorite amongst visitors and locals alike, this popular luau comes complete with tropical drinks, delicious buffet dinner, fire dancing, and much more for a memorable night in the heart of Kona.
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Gathering of the Kings Cultural Show and Dinner
Gathering of the Kings Cultural Show and Dinner From $108.43 per Adult
Experience an evening that combines tradition and the modern, the Big Island’s finest cuisine and a spectacular Polynesian production. Sit down to a gourmet al fresco dinner followed by a memorable performance.
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Haleo Luau
Haleo Luau From $82.35 per Adult
Enliven your Big Island itinerary with an evening of dramatic entertainment, delicious food, and all the excitement accompanying the luau tradition. An enchanting evening awaits you at Haleo Luau.
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Tours and Sightseeing
Pearl Harbor and Historic Honolulu One-Day Flyaway
Pearl Harbor and Historic Honolulu One-Day Flyaway From $344.38 per Adult
Journey back to World War II-era Hawaii and experience the pivotal sites that changed the face of America.
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Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Adventure
Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Adventure From $191.99 per Adult
Journey from sea level to the cosmos. Witness a sunset from Hawaii's most sacred location, Mauna Kea, amid its largest collection of telescopes on earth.
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Grand Circle Island Volcano Tour
Grand Circle Island Volcano Tour From $89.09 per Adult
Travel around Hawaii's Big Island on a 12-hour tour that takes you along the Kona coast, into Volcanoes National Park, and more.
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Kilauea Volcano Adventure
Kilauea Volcano Adventure From $178.07 per Adult
Experience the awesome spectacle of Pele’s creation. Watch as the elemental forces of fire and water do battle at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, a World Heritage site.
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Kilauea Volcano and Sunset Lava Walk
Kilauea Volcano and Sunset Lava Walk From $168.99 per Adult
Explore Volcanoes National Park and experience the wonders of the active Kilauea Volcano. View spectacular volcanic landscapes, see lava in motion, wander through a lava tube, and see first-hand how powerful mother nature can be.
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Air and Land Adventures
Circle of Fire: 50-Minute Helicopter Ride
Circle of Fire: 50-Minute Helicopter Ride From $188.17 per Traveler
View Hawaii’s only erupting volcano from the best seat on the island—a helicopter! Your ride also glides over miles of tropical forests, waterfalls, and the slopes of Mauna Loa.
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Doors-Off Helicopter Tour of Waterfalls and Volcanoes
Doors-Off Helicopter Tour of Waterfalls and Volcanoes From $257.18 per Traveler
Feel the heat from the world’s most active volcano on this unforgettable, totally unique helicopter experience that includes scenic vistas of the Hawaiian Islands. Window seat guaranteed!
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Waipio ATV with Waterfall Swim
Waipio ATV with Waterfall Swim From $158.99 per Adult
Prepare for mud on this 3-hour ATV ride through the scenic Waipio Valley. Swim under the Big Island's tallest single-fall waterfall and take in spectacular views.
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Big Island Zip Adventure
Big Island Zip Adventure From $168.99 per Traveler
Careen along the verdant North Kohala Coast on an eco-friendly zip-line tour.
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Kilauea Volcano Bike Adventure
Kilauea Volcano Bike Adventure From $139.01 per Traveler
Geared up for a two-wheel adventure? Take off on an exhilarating bike ride through the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
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Waipi'o on Horseback
Waipi'o on Horseback From $74.99 per Traveler
Saddle-up and wander through Hawaii’s secluded Waipi’o Valley on horseback. Lush jungles, tumbling waterfalls, winding paths, and ancient villages await you on this island adventure.
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Kohala Coast - 45 Minute Helicopter Ride
Kohala Coast - 45 Minute Helicopter Ride From $216.81 per Traveler
Depart from the Waikoloa Heliport and explore the stunning Kohala Coast, where the towering sea cliffs open to the deep, meandering valleys of the Kohala Mountains.
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Water Activities and Cruises
Sea Quest Deluxe Morning Adventure
Sea Quest Deluxe Morning Adventure From $83.33 per Adult
Board a high-speed rigid hull inflatable raft and set off to explore the rugged Hawaii coastline. Stop for snorkeling at the popular Honounau Bay and Kealakekua Bay, famous for their colorful coral gardens.
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Dolphin Quest - Swim with Dolphins
Dolphin Quest - Swim with Dolphins From $209.99 per Traveler
Feel the thrill of a lifetime as you touch, swim with and even kiss a dolphin! Let loose, laugh and have loads of fun swimming with dolphins in our tropical paradise.
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Black Sand Beach, Snorkeling, and Sail
Black Sand Beach, Snorkeling, and Sail From $141.12 per Adult
Sail the blue Hawaiian waters to a secluded bay under swaying coconut trees. Snorkel the Kohala Coast, and explore a remote black-sand beach on this tropical adventure departing from Waikoloa.
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Atlantis Submarine
Atlantis Submarine From $112.13 per Adult
Dive beneath the waves of the Big Island for an unforgettable journey aboard an Atlantis submarine. Explore 25 acres of natural coral reef and its marine inhabitants as you head more than 100 feet (30.5 m) underwater.
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Kealakekua Bay Deluxe Snorkel Cruise
Kealakekua Bay Deluxe Snorkel Cruise From $128.99 per Adult
This is not your average snorkel adventure. Dive into pristine waters and swim with marine life, then live like royalty with organic fruit for breakfast and juicy cheeseburgers for lunch.
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Morning Snorkel Sail
Morning Snorkel Sail From $116.25 per Adult
Make friends with a sea turtle or soar with a manta ray. Hawaii's waters are among the richest in the world, and the captain knows just where to find the finest snorkeling and scuba diving along the beautiful Kona Coast.
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Sunset Dinner Cruise
Sunset Dinner Cruise From $94.38 per Adult
Treat yourself to a panoramic sunset and underwater sightseeing on this 2-hour Sunset Dinner Cruise, featuring buffet style dinner, complimentary bar service, and glass-bottom viewing wells. Spirit of Kona.
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Captain Cook Express
Captain Cook Express From $62.75 per Adult
Enjoy snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay followed by a spectacular rafting exploration of sea caves and lava tubes along the rugged Kona Coast.
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Hula Kai Snorkel and Dive Adventure
Hula Kai Snorkel and Dive Adventure From $149.00 per Adult
Cruise along in luxury and comfort aboard the Hula Kai as your captain zeros in on the perfect snorkel site, remote and exotic. Then, dive in and swim near tropical fish, coral reefs, and ancient underwater lava flows.
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Manta Ray Night Adventure
Manta Ray Night Adventure From $87.44 per Traveler
Snorkel or dive among the more than 200 resident manta rays on the Kona Coast in waters only 25 feet (8 m) deep—where the rays dance and feed in the glow of underwater dive lights. A true wild life encounter awaits.
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Kona Parasail Adventure
Kona Parasail Adventure From $72.00 per Traveler
Soar high above the Pacific for a bird's eye view of the Kona Coast on this thrilling parasailing adventure. As you climb, look out toward the Big Island's mountains and the infinite blue horizon.
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Captain Zodiac Raft Expedition
Captain Zodiac Raft Expedition From $86.42 per Adult
Journey to famed Kealakekua Bay on a 16-passenger Zodiac. Snorkel with a rainbow of tropical fish, and enjoy a picnic snack before you explore vast sea caves, lava tubes, and the rugged coastline on your return.
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Glass Bottom Boat Manta Ray Encounter
Glass Bottom Boat Manta Ray Encounter From $80.93 per Adult
Watch giant manta rays feed on plankton forming within the ocean. See the marvelous creatures up-close, just inches from the glass-bottom boat.
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Dolphin Adventure - Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise
Dolphin Adventure - Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise From $96.36 per Adult
Admire marine life from a whole new angle onboard the Spirit of Kona power catamaran. Traveling between Kailua-Kona Pier and Keauhou Bay, this scenic cruise shows you the Kona Coast’s natural splendors, rich history, and aquatic residents.
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Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Kayak and Snorkel Tour From $74.99 per Adult
Enjoy a guided snorkeling and kayaking tour along Big Island's Kohala Coast. See the coral reef and an abundance of fish, and complete this experience with a delicious snack.
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Spa and Beauty
SpaFinder Wellness Gift Card
SpaFinder Wellness Gift Card From $50.00 per Adult
Rejuvenate your mind and body or unwind and relax with a fitness class or spa treatment of your choice! Your SpaFinder Wellness e-Gift Card saves money and gives access to over 20,000 spas and wellness practitioners worldwide.
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Mandara Spa
Mandara Spa From $179.99 per Traveler
Enjoy an exotic spa treatment that includes a facial and/or massage. Find tropical Balinese and Hawaiian influences in 7 luxurious treatment rooms with specialty packages.
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Travel Accessories
Fly Green with TerraPass
Fly Green with TerraPass From $6.99 per Traveler
We all contribute to global warming. Now you can do something about it—easily and affordably. Join the more than 150,000 people who use TerraPass to balance out the global-warming impact of their flying, driving, and other energy use.
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Ground Transportation
Private Roundtrip Transfer between Kona Airport and Hotel via Town Car, SUV, or Limousine
Private Roundtrip Transfer between Kona Airport and Hotel via Town Car, SUV, or Limousine From $254.60 per Car
Ride in and comfort and luxury between Kona Airport and your Big Island hotel. Please choose your transfer according to the zone your hotel is in (please refer to the list of zones and corresponding hotels below). Listed rate per limousine is valid for up to 8 passengers. Listed rate per SUV is valid for up to 5 passengers. Listed rate per Town Car is valid for up to 2 passengers.
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