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Kona Attractions
Ahu'ena Heiau
75-5660 Palani Rd.
Kailua-kona, HI 96740 USA Phone: (808) 326-4969
Ahu'ena Heiau, at the center of the King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel grounds near the Kailua Pier, is a temple, reconstructed by King Kamehameha 1812-13. Also on the site is a replica of the king's final royal residence. Historical walking tours are offered, and lu'aus are held at the site. Visitors may not enter the temple.
Admission: Site admission free. Lu'au $65; ages 5-12, $29
Attraction Type: Historic sites; Walking tours
Hours: Site open daily 9-4. Walking tours available by reservation. Lu'aus are held Tues.-Thurs. and Sun. at 5
Credit Cards: AE, DS, MC, VI
Atlantis Submarines
75-5669 Alii Dr.
Kailua-kona, HI 96740 USA Phone: (800) 548-6262
Atlantis Submarines departs across from King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel. The company offers 1-hour narrated underwater voyages during which passengers can see exotic fish, colorful sea gardens, coral formations and marine animals through large viewing portholes. Whale-watch cruises also are offered Jan.-Mar.
Allow 2 hours minimum.
Admission: Fare $84; ages 4-12, $42. Under 36 inches tall are not permitted
Attraction Type: Sightseeing tours-Boats
Hours: Dives depart daily at 10, 11:30 and 1 (weather permitting)
Credit Cards: AE, DS, JC, MC, VI
Body Glove Cruises
Palani Rd. & Alii Dr.
Kailua-kona, HI 96740 USA Phone: (800) 551-8911
Body Glove Cruises departs from the Kailua Pier at jct. Palani Rd. and Ali'i Dr. Humpback whales migrate to this area every year, and naturalists explain their behavior during a 3-hour whale-watch tour. An underwater hydrophone allows passengers to listen to cetacean songs. Other marine life may also be encountered. Three-hour afternoon and 4.5-hour morning snorkel and dolphin cruises to Pawai Bay, where visibility is up to 100 feet, are offered. Other cruises also are available.
Allow 3 hours minimum.
Admission: Whale-watch or afternoon snorkel fare $66; ages 6-17, $44. Morning snorkel fare $105; ages 6-17, $65. Reservations are recommended
Attraction Type: Recreation-Summer activities; Sightseeing tours-Boats
Hours: Whale-watch tour daily at 2, mid-Dec. to mid-Apr. Morning snorkel daily at 9. Afternoon snorkel daily at 2, mid-Apr. to mid-Dec. Breakfast or lunch are included
Credit Cards: AE, CB, DC, DS, JC, MC, VI
Captain Bean's Cruises
73-4800 Kanalani St.
Kailua-kona, HI 96740 USA Phone: (808) 329-2955
Captain Bean's Cruises, departing from Kailua Pier, offers 2-hour dinner cruises aboard a 150-foot catamaran. Cruises include Polynesian entertainment and a buffet.
Admission: Dinner cruise, including transportation, $63-$74. Reservations are required
Attraction Type: Sightseeing tours-Boats
Hours: Departures Tues.-Sun. at 5:15
Credit Cards: AE, DS, JC, MC, VI
Fair Wind
78-7130 Kaleiopapa St.
Kailua-kona, HI 96740 USA Phone: (800) 677-9461
Fair Wind, 6 mi. s. of Kailua-Kona at Keauhou Bay Pier off Ali'i Dr., offers sightseeing, snorkeling and scuba cruises aboard a catamaran equipped with a water slide and freshwater showers. Cruises visit Captain Cook Monument. Snorkel gear and instruction are provided; scuba tank and gear are available for a fee. Whale-watch trips also are available.
Admission: Morning fare $99; ages 4-12, $59; under 4, $29. The 4.5-hour afternoon fare $93; ages 4-12, $55. The 3.5-hour afternoon fare $65; ages 4-12, $39
Attraction Type: Recreation-Summer activities; Sightseeing tours-Boats
Hours: A 4.5-hour cruise departs daily at 9 and includes breakfast and lunch. A 4.5-hour cruise departs daily at 2 and includes a meal. A 3.5-hour cruise departs daily at 2 and includes snacks
Credit Cards: AE, DS, MC, VI
Hawai'i Forest & Trail
Kailua-kona, HI 96740 USA Phone: (800) 464-1993
Hawai'i Forest & Trail has various departure points. Each of the eight available half- or full-day ecotours is led by interpretive naturalist guides. Guests are provided with necessary special gear and a snack or a meal as appropriate. Tour size generally is 4 persons minimum, 12 persons maximum.
Inquire about weather and refund policies.
Admission: Fee $109-$165; under 13, $89-$115. Minimum age requirements vary. Reservations 1 week in advance are suggested
Attraction Type: Sightseeing tours
Hours: Daily departure time varies with the tour chosen
Credit Cards: AE, MC, VI
Hulihe'e Palace
75-5718 Alii Dr.
Kailua-kona, HI 96740 USA Phone: (808) 329-1877
Hulihe'e Palace, 75-5718 Ali'i Dr., was built in 1838. The palace was a favorite retreat for Hawaiian royal families. Among furnishings in the two-story lava rock with coral lime mortar structure are the crested box Queen Kapi'olani used as her trunk when she visited Queen Victoria and the four-poster bed carved for Princess Abigail Kawananakoa. Other Hawaiian artifacts can be seen.
Guided tours are available. Photography is not permitted.
Admission: Admission $6; over 65, $4; under 18, $1
Attraction Type: Exhibits & Collections-Historical; Historic buildings/houses
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9-4, Sun. 10-4; closed major holidays. Last admission 30 minutes before closing
Moku'aikaua Church
75-5713 Alii Dr.
Kailua-kona, HI 96740 USA Phone: (808) 329-0655
Moku'aikaua Church, 75-5713 Ali'i Dr., was built in 1835 and is the oldest and first founded Christian church in Hawai'i. The building's stark architectural style reflects the austerity of the New England missionaries. The church, the third built on the site, was constructed by the people of Hawai'i using white coral and lava stone from their former temples, 'ohi'a wood from Mount Hualalai and koa wood. Guided tours are available.
Admission: Free
Attraction Type: Churches/cathedrals/basilicas
Hours: Daily 7:30-5:30
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