Waikoloa Activities

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Waikoloa Activities

Hawaii Forest & Trail - Hakalau Wildlife Refuge Birdwatching Adventure (From Kona)

 Hakalau Forest Reserve Exclusive (Kona)

Enjoy a birdwatching tour in the Hakalau forest – a critical bird habitat that is home to some of the rarest plant and animal species on earth.

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Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Kohala Coast Adventure (From Waikoloa Heliport)

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Kohala Coast Adventure

Tour the Kohala Coast and see ancient Hawaiian archaeological sights and the area's lush valleys and waterfalls.

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Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Big Island Spectacular (From Waikoloa Heliport)

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Big Island Spectacular

Departing from Waikoloa, this Big Island helicopter tour covers the entire northern part of the island. Discover both the Big Island's lush side as well as its volcanic fury!

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Hawaii Loa Luau - The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii

Island Breeze Productions card image highlighting professional Polynesian performers at the Hawaii Loa Luau

Hawaii Loa Luau brings Hawaiian culture to life through storytelling, live music, and dance inspired by Polynesian voyaging traditions. Set on the Fairmont Orchid's beautiful grounds near historic Kalahuipua'a, guests enjoy a lavish island-style luau buffet prepared by an award-winning culinary team plus a hosted bar, then watch an energetic revue featuring toere drum rhythms, hula, and a thrilling fire-knife finale.

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Ocean Encounters - Morning Reef Snorkel (From Honokohau Harbor)

 Morning Reef Snorkel

On this 4-hour adventure you'll cruise along the Kohala Coast to Makalawena, one of the best snorkel spots on the Big Island. The pristine waters and the vibrant reef are home to hundreds of species of fish.

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Ocean Sports - Snorkel Adventure Sail (From A-Bay & Kawaihae Harbor)

Ocean Sports

For the best snorkeling along the Big Island's Kohala Coast, choose this snorkel adventure cruise. Enjoy snorkeling over pristine reefs just off the coast. A picnic lunch and all snorkel gear is included!

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Ocean Sports - Wake Up with the Whales (From A-Bay)

Wake up with the Whales

Enjoy Kona Coffee with crunchy granola bar snacks at sea and do some whale watching in the same time. This is truly a unique way to start your day!

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Waikoloa Beach Resort Golf

waikoloa golf course

Waikoloa Beach Resort Golf is a premier 27-hole golf destination on the Big Island, offering three distinct nine-hole loops that can be paired for a variety of memorable 18-hole rounds. Set against dramatic lava landscapes, ocean vistas, and views of Mauna Kea, the course blends classic resort golf with strategic shot-making across the Beach Nine, Lakes Nine, and Kings' Nine.

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Mauna Lani Resort - South Course

mauna lani golfing south

What makes this Big Island golf course truly special and worth visiting is the over-the-water 15th hole, which is one of the most photographed golf course holes in the world!

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Mauna Lani Resort - North Course

mauna lani resort north golf

Located on a lava bed, the Mauna Lani North Course features rolling terrain surrounded by twisted kiawe trees. Water hazards also come into play here.

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Hawaii Nautical - Waikoloa Deluxe Morning Whale Watch (From A-Bay)

Hawaii Nautical - Morning Whale Watch

The Waikoloa Deluxe Morning Whale Watch with Hawaii Nautical departs from Anaeho'omalu Bay. Aboard the fast and nimble Holona powerboat, you'll cruise the Kohala Coast in search of humpback whales breaching, tail-slapping, and playing in Hawaii's warm winter waters.

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Hawaii Nautical - Waikoloa Deluxe Afternoon Whale Watch (From A-Bay)

Deluxe afternoon whale watching cruise from Waikoloa with Hawaii Nautical featuring comfort sailing and whale encounters

The Hawaii Nautical Waikoloa Deluxe Afternoon Whale Watch departs from Anaeho'omalu Bay and offers up-close views of humpback whales along the Kohala Coast. Aboard the Spirit of Aloha catamaran, enjoy a smooth ride, expert whale narration, and refreshing drinks including tropical cocktails, beer, wine, soda, and juice.

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Hawaii Nautical - Waikoloa Signature Sunset Sail (A-Bay)

Hawaii Nautical sailing experience on the Big Island offering comfortable catamaran cruises along the Kona Coast

Come aboard the Spirit of Aloha, a spacious 54-foot catamaran, for a relaxing Kohala sunset cruise departing from Anaeho'omalu Bay. Snacks and beverages are included.

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Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Waterfalls and Volcano by Air and Land (From Waikoloa Heliport)

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Waterfalls and Volcano by Air and Land

The Waterfalls and Volcano by Air and Land tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters is a combo adventure that pairs a scenic helicopter flight with an on-the-ground exploration of the Big Island's most iconic volcanic landscapes. This fully guided day includes a picnic-style lunch.

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