- TripBuzz found 95 things to do with kids in or near Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, including 68 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Waikoloa, Kealakekua, Holualoa and Captain Cook.
- From Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures to Dolphin Discoveries, the Kailua-Kona area offers 54 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Surfing Lessons, Other Adventures and Snorkeling.
- Located in the North Kona District on the island of Hawaii is the city of Kailua-Kona. Known as the heart of the tourist and commerce industry of the island, the area has much to offer in the way of lodging, attractions, dining and shopping. Most notable points of interest include the cities annual Iron Man triathlon, the Kona Coffee Festival and the many charming shops.
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A beautiful beach sets the stage for an underwater adventure with turtles, tropical fish, or dolphins
5.0 Miles
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567 votes
73-1310 Kukuna St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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An all ages charter boat and snorkel tour focused on dolphins and manta rays, Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures provides lunch and snacks, and all necessary gear for a guided group excursion to swim with marine animals.
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Dolphin Discoveries guides snorkelling excursions to Kealakakua Bay, Cook's Monument, and the Place of Refuge, as well as hosting dolphin swims and whale watching expeditions to view Humpbacks in season, or year-round Pilot, Beaked or Melon-headed whale sightings.
10.6 Miles
An eco-tour charter company, Sunlight on Water provides the opportunity to swim with Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins, along with night Manta Ray swims and seasonal winter Humpback Whale watching tours.
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1886 votes
78-7130 Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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Founded in 1971, Fair Wind Big Island Ocean Guides takes its clients on 4 types of cruises: the Morning Snorkel Cruise and BBQ, the Afternoon Snack Cruise, the Manta Night Snorkel and Dive, and the Deluxe Morning Snorkel and Dive Cruise. Private luxury charters are also available.
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Hwy. 19, dirt road N. of mile marker 88, Kailua-Kona, HI
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Part of Kekai State Park, Manini-owali Beach at Kua Bay is an unsupervised, white sand and lava rock beach with opportunities for swimming and snorkelling, and picnic areas. A hiking trail links to the nearby Kikaua Beach.
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232 votes
74-425 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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With TOPSHAPE Kona Sports Fishing, visitors can spend a full day fishing for tuna, mahi mahi, and wahoo with a guide. The trips are hosted on a 43 foot Cabo with Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and a Bose sound system.
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Open to all skill levels, Surfer Bear Hawaii Surf Lessons provides visitors with an instructional session with an experienced surfer to learn how to catch a wave. It also has a children's version with smaller waves to practice on.
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251 votes
Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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Guests of Dolphin Swim Adventures with OneLoveOneSpirit are able to experience the enchantment of swimming with dolphins in the wild. The adventure takes place along the Kona Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii.
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Visitors have the chance to cross 'swimming with dolphins' of their bucket list with Dolphin Journeys - Day Tours. They can experience healing retreats, snorkel tours, Hawaiian eco-tours, and more.
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75-6129 Ali'i Dr, Ali'i Gardens Marketplace, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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When you are on the big island, book a lesson with Kona Mike's Surf Adventures for the chill experience of a lifetime. Trained instructors turn beginners into surfers allowing them to experience all that the joy of surfing as to offer.