Airy suites with balconies in an oceanfront hotel offering an outdoor pool & a private beach.

Philanthropist and Marine Life Preservationist Lisa Paisola has Dedicated her Foundation to Protecting our most Vulnerable Hawaiian Ocean and Sea Life Habitats. Her Focused Passion is to Protect and Conserve the Increasingly Endangered Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa, Hawaiian Monk Seals, Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins, The Migrating Humpback Whales, Hawaiian Honus, and not that she has favorites, but if she did it would be the Always Smiling Clown Fish. This Trust Location is NOT open to the Public. If you would like to visit The Foundation please stop by her offices in the West Wing of The Four Seasons Resort and Spa in Ko Olina adjacent to the Disney Aulani Tiki Hut.

Dive center offering chartered day & night dives, plus snorkeling trips, certifications & classes.

Open-air, tiki-style bar at Royal Kona Resort with a pub menu, frozen drinks & an oceanfront patio.

Laid-back oceanside lodging with a private beach & a saltwater lagoon, plus a spa, a pool & dining.

Hawaii’s Big Island has it all. Active volcanoes, tropical rainforest, perfect beaches, rich Hawaiian history. Your next vacation begins here.

Low-key option offering simple rooms with oceanfront lanais, plus an outdoor pool & a lava rock BBQ.

Coral Reef Adventures offers small-group Kona snorkel tours and ocean adventures on the Big Island of Hawaii departing from Honokohau Harbor in Kailua-Kona. Popular tours include manta ray night snorkel tours, Captain Cook snorkel tours to Kealakekua Bay, private snorkel charters, and seasonal whale watching. Explore coral reefs, tropical fish, sea turtles, and world-famous manta rays while enjoying one of Hawaii’s most scenic coastlines. Coral Reef Adventures specializes in personalized ocean experiences with a maximum of 14 guests, creating a more comfortable alternative to larger tour boats. Convenient departures near Kona resorts with fast access to top snorkeling locations. Book online in advance, as tours often sell out quickly.

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Since 1986, Kona Vacation Rentals has been helping guests discover the beauty of the Kona Coast while providing trusted management for vacation homes. As a local, family-owned business, we’re dedicated to delivering memorable guest experiences and maximizing the value of every property we manage. Our services are tailored to meet each owner’s goals, with expert attention to every detail, ensuring peace of mind and long-term success.

Offering tours for every style and budget. Choose from all-inclusive Private Sailing and Sunset Sailing Tours with food, drinks, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and dolphin watching—or opt for the Skippered Bareboat Charter, a simple sail with just the boat and a licensed captain. Sail the Kona Coast aboard Moana, a 40-foot vessel designed for intimate, personalized experiences. Enjoy crystal-clear waters, warm trade winds, and unforgettable views. Whether you’re chasing a glowing sunset, snorkeling vibrant reefs, or relaxing on deck, Hawaii Sail Charters delivers a private ocean adventure to remember. Private 3-hour tours start at just $700.

LUVA LLC dba LUVA Vacation Rentals is a boutique vacation rental firm located in Hawaii. With our primary location in Kailua Kona on the Big Island. LUVA Vacation Rentals specializes in properties that offer luxury experiences at nearly every budget. We carefully onboard properties with like minded goals to ensure that our guests' experiences are wonderful life-long memories, and our owners are life long business partners. Let LUVA be your trusted source for all things Real Estate and Management!

Full-service dive shop with lessons, chartered trips & apparel, plus gear for sale or rent.

The Kona Coast’s vibrant pelagic zone and nearshore humpback habitat create the unique landscape for an extraordinary phenomenon: Whales year-round! From April to November, embark on our 3-4 hour pelagic whale watch tours, searching for over a dozen resident whale and dolphin species. During the winter from December through March, we shift focus inshore on our 2.5-3 hour humpback whale watches. This time of year brings thousands of humpbacks who have traveled to the Hawaiian Islands to breed and give birth. We’re also on the lookout for nearshore wildlife including Hawaiian spinner dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, Hawaiian monk seals, surface feeding manta rays, hammerhead sharks, and even the occasional whale shark.

Sunlight on Water offers unforgettable manta ray night snorkel tours in Kona, Hawaii, departing from Honokōhau Harbor. Our signature sunset manta ray snorkel includes a scenic sunset cruise, dolphin sightings, seasonal humpback whales, and up to 1 hour in the water with manta rays—longer than most Kona manta tours. We specialize in small-group snorkeling experiences along the Kona coast, providing a safe, family-friendly adventure led by experienced local guides. Join us for one of the best manta ray snorkeling experiences on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Airplane rental Hawaii at the Kona international airport on the Big Island of Hawaii. Where visiting pilots can safely rent an aircraft with CFII

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Cinnamon Girl is Hawaii’s original (and favorite) women and girls specialty boutique since 1994, practically inventing the Mommy and Me niche with our beautiful original Hawaiian florals. Cinnamon Girl introduced mommy and me matching dresses and blouses to Hawaii.

Hawaii Island Humane Society's Animal Community Center in Kona opened to the public in August of 2021. Our Animal Community Center (ACC) is ideally situated in Holualoa, with 12 expansive, well-kept acres. The ACC features 3 Dog Dorms with adoptable dogs and puppies, a Cat Barn with adoptable cats, kittens, and small mammals, 2 dog parks that are open to the public, a retail shop where you can shop for your best friend (100% of the profits go to support the shelter animals of Hawaii Island Humane Society), and more. Come visit our animals, learn about our programs, and get involved by adopting, fostering, volunteering, and donating.

Exotic Animal Sanctuary- private tours ONLY by appointment

Take advantage of all the fun the Pacific Ocean has waiting for you on an Ocean Encounters expedition! With years of experience boating, snorkeling, fishing and seeking marine creatures in the Kona region, we are proud to offer the best marine wildlife encounters in the area. Our experienced guides and crew love these animals so intently that they know most of what there is to know about them and are excited to share that knowledge with you. Whether you are looking to witness whales, encounter dolphins and manta rays, meet new friends or just get away from it all, Ocean Encounters can help. So shed the stress and worry of everyday life and enjoy a fantastic time. Contact Ocean Encounters today!

Captain Zodiac is a premier ocean tour company based in Kona, Big Island, Hawaii, offering unforgettable marine adventures and personalized experiences on the water. Join us for the best Kona snorkeling tours, with expert guides who take you to the top Big Island spot, Kealakekua Bay, home of the Captain Cook Monument. We also offer private charters tailored to your group’s needs, whale watching tours during the migration season, and immersive marine life excursions. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a private ocean escape, Captain Zodiac delivers expert-guided, private or group experiences with Aloha. Our captains are expert naturalists, geologists, historians, and some like to think that they are stand-up comedians!

Welcome to Ohana! , The Crown Jewel of the Kona Coast, is an oceanfront condominium complex in sunny Kailua Kona, on the Big Island of Hawaii. Casa is located on famous Alii Drive just two miles south of Kailua Kona Village. offers owners and guests the perfect blend of Hawaiian ambiance with tropical gardens and the songs of the many colorful birds enjoying the water features in the garden. Enjoy our garden pool located in the middle of a tropical setting. Casa also has one of the few oceanfront pools where you can swim and soak up the warm Hawaiian… Read More »