- 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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Visually-striking Manini Kapahukapu Beach features clear water, soaring palm trees and unusual lava formations. The bay is often choppy, and visitors are advised to stay on land unless the water is calm. The beach is a favorite among children because of its fine-grained sand and shallow, warm water.
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Opened in 1998, Ehu & Kai is a family-owned kayak rental business located along the shores of the Kealakekua Bay. Visitors commonly enjoy renting canoes and kayaks during their time enjoying the local waters.
13.8 Miles
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84-5140 Painted Church Rd Captain Cook, Honaunau, HI 96704
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Erected in honor of Saint Benedict, The Painted Church is a Roman Catholic parish on the Big Island of Hawaii. It is perched on the shores of Kealakekua Bay and is an active parish known for its charitable work with mentally ill residents. Modestly-dressed visitors are always welcome.
14.8 Miles
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83-5401 Paintd Church Road, Captain Cook, HI 96704
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Overlooking the Kealakekua Bay and the National Park, Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary is home to a wide range of tropical plants and orchids as well as many ancient Hawaiian petroglyphs and Tibetan Sand paintings which can be reached through the paved walking trails that line the gardens.
15.9 Miles
Boating, swimming and sunning are the most popular activities at Honaunau Bay's Two-Step Beach. The Bay, which contains colorful corals and is often visited by seals, also attracts snorkelers, snuba enthusiasts and SCUBA divers.
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P.O. Box 129, Honaunau, HI 96726
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Managed by the National Park Service the Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park (Place of Refuge) is a huge park that served as a legal sanctuary for ancient Hawaiians. Today, the park is extremely popular as a campsite and day-trip destination.
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Anaeho'omalu Beach features a long white-sand surface, tide pools, fishponds, a large grove of coconut palms and an offshore reef. Visitors can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing, scuba diving, surfing and net-fishing.
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Kealia Ranch is a 12,000 acre working cattle ranch that was founded in 1915. Today, the Ranch offers diverse activities from ranching to wild game hunting, farming of cacao and coffee, to working to save endangered Hawaiian birdlife.
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69-201 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Waikoloa, HI 96738
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On the island of Waikoloa, Bike Works Beach and Sports offers rentals and equipment for racers, city and fitness bicycles. The company also sells apparel and bike parts, and will assemble, service and repair any brand.
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Take a seat, grab a drink, and relax while you enjoy the show at Waikoloa Beach Marriott Sunset Luau. Visitors praise the luau saying it is the best show in Waikoloa with its live music and skilled dancers.