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The Best Outdoor Activities in Kailua-Kona

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    Swim with Dolphins , Kailua-Kona
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    Get as up close as possible to playful spinner dolphins and other amazing sea creatures at the marine-life conservation area of Kealakekua Ba
    Tours from $70
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    Scuba & Snorkeling , Kailua-Kona
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    A snorkeling or scuba tour from Kailua-Kona lets you see a range of marine creatures frequenting the area. As your boat glides to spots teemi
    Tours from $60
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    Big Island Divers , Kailua-Kona
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    The scuba and snorkeling shop Big Island Divers offers several tours and dives, each geared at viewing a different animal or region. You can
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    Sea Quest Snorkel Tours , Kailua-Kona
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    Tours from $94
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    Dolphin & Whale Watching , Kailua-Kona
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    Look for giant humpbacks and playful dolphins on a guided tour from Kailua-Kona. As your skillful captain navigates the vessel to areas frequ
    Tours from $75
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    Where to stay in Kailua-Kona

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    If you wish to indulge yourself while on the Kona coastline of the "Big Island," book your stay at one of Kailua-Kona's fully furnished beachside villas, offering spa services, free Wi-Fi, and secure parking. You can also try one of the coastline's luxury resorts, featuring tennis courts, fitness centers, and on-site activities like hula lessons and diving classes. Smaller hotels a short drive from the city may not offer beach access, but they provide plenty of privacy at a fraction of the cost of the area's big resorts.
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    Kailua-Kona

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    Thanks to its favorable location near a mountain range blocking the northeasterly trade winds, Kailua-Kona gets little rainfall, allowing adventure seekers and nature lovers a chance to enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year. Usually called simply Kona, the town was once Hawaiian royalty's favorite retreat. Its near-perfect weather has made it a popular vacation destination for anglers, snorkelers, boaters, and cavers from around the world. With a permanent population of about 10,000 people, Kona sits just 17 km (11 mi) from the island's major airport and is the center of commerce and tourism on the Island of Hawaii's western coast. Kailua-Kona is in Island of Hawaii. Plan your tour of Kailua-Kona and United States travel itinerary using our United States online visit planner .
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