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La'aloa Beach Park
No. 17 of Best Things to Do in Hawaii

La'aloa Beach Park

4.4
4.6/5
26 reviews

La'aloa Beach Park is a renowned surfing destination in Hawaii, drawing crowds of surf enthusiasts. The sand atWaikīkī Beachwas actually brought in by humans, while the sand here is naturally formed and incredibly soft. It is also the only fine white sand beach in the Kailua-Kona area. When storms hit, they wash away the white sand on the shore, earning it the nickname the vanishing beach. The waves here can be quite large, so please prioritize your safety if you are not a strong swimmer.

Kahaluu-Keauhou · 15km from Kalaoa
Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Manta Ray Night Snorkel

3.3
Kailua-Kona · 9.1km from Kalaoa
Manta Ray Dives of Hawai‘i

Manta Ray Dives of Hawai‘i

3.3
Kailua-Kona · 7.8km from Kalaoa
Body Glove Hawaii

Body Glove Hawaii

3.3
Kailua-Kona · 9.7km from Kalaoa
Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park

Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park

3.2
4.4/5
6 reviews

South of Kona International Airport (KOA). Browse this seaside park and discover how early ancient Hawaiians survived on the rugged Kona coast. There are also two huge Hawaiian fish ponds that showcase the engineering prowess of the ancient Hawaiians. Wander the white sand of Honokohau Beach, which contrasts with the black lava shoreline. Look for local wildlife, including Hawaiian green turtles (honu), native birds, and perhaps monk seals basking on the beach.

Kalaoa · 7km from downtown
Big Island Divers

Big Island Divers

3.2
Kailua-Kona · 9.1km from Kalaoa
Kekaha Kai State Beach

Kekaha Kai State Beach

3.2
Kalaoa · 8.6km from downtown
Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area

Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area

3.1
4.7/5
3 reviews
Kailua-Kona · 10km from Kalaoa
Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay)

Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay)

3.1
5.0/5
12 reviews

The water at Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay) is turquoise and clear, and the sand is white. It looks surreal and is truly beautiful. You can also go snorkeling here, and you can rinse off in the showers when you leave.

Kalaoa · 9.5km from downtown
Kailua Pier

Kailua Pier

3
4.6/5
8 reviews

Kailua Pier is located in North Kona, a great place to watch the sunset, where locals enjoy swimming and others come to fish.

Kailua-Kona · 10.1km from Kalaoa

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Kualoa Ranch
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Oahu

Kualoa Ranch

7.8
4.4/5
467 reviews
United States · Honolulu
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Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

5.0/5
81 reviews

Departs from Honolulu

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8 days · Honolulu - Kahului - Hilo - Kailua-Kona - Kauai - Honolulu

8 days · Honolulu - Kahului - Hilo - Kailua-Kona - Kauai - Honolulu

4.5/5
32 reviews46 booked

Explore the Hawaiian Islands in depth, admire golden beaches, and discover hidden waterfalls.

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3
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8 days · Honolulu - Kahului - Hilo - Kailua-Kona - Kauai - Honolulu

4.5/5
32 reviews35 booked

Enjoy 20% off cruise tickets on select sailings! Explore the Hawaiian Islands in depth.

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Featured Outdoor & sports in Kalaoa

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Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays
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Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays

4.6/5
· 876 reviews· 47 booked
Duration: 150 mins
English
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35 consecutive positive reviews
FromBRL 448.81
Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves
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Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

4.4/5
· 358 reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
English
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Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay
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Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay

5.0/5
· 4 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
English
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Big Island of Hawaii (Hawaii island): travel photo shoot, portrait, proposal, booked photo shoot, follow-up shoot, photography/translation
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Big Island of Hawaii (Hawaii island): travel photo shoot, portrait, proposal, booked photo shoot, follow-up shoot, photography/translation

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Kealakekua Bay Afternoon Snorkel: Family Fun on the Kona Coast
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Kealakekua Bay Afternoon Snorkel: Family Fun on the Kona Coast

4.9/5
· 219 reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
English
Free cancellation
97.7% of travelers recommend
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Mauna Kea: Stellar Explorer Tour from Hilo or Kona
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Mauna Kea: Stellar Explorer Tour from Hilo or Kona

5.0/5
· 4 reviews
Duration: 6–7 hrs
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Hilo: Volcano Safari Tour
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Hilo: Volcano Safari Tour

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 6 hrs
Free cancellation
FromBRL 886.32
Hilo: Mauna Kea Summit Tour
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Hilo: Mauna Kea Summit Tour

4.9/5
· 14 reviews
Duration: 6 hrs
Free cancellation
FromBRL 1,421.45

Featured Day tours in Kalaoa

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Manta Ray Snorkel in Kailua-Kona with Hot Cocoa
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Manta Ray Snorkel in Kailua-Kona with Hot Cocoa

4.7/5
· 3 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
English
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Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watching Cruise
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Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watching Cruise

Duration: 1.5 hrs
Free cancellation
FromBRL 607.59
Kona: Catamaran Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Snacks
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Kona: Catamaran Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Snacks

5.0/5
· 22 reviews
Duration: 1.5 hrs
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22 consecutive positive reviews
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Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch
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Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

4.9/5
· 2.2k reviews
Duration: 4 hrs
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Kona Tradewind Catamaran Sail with Cocktails
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Kona Tradewind Catamaran Sail with Cocktails

4.7/5
· 6 reviews
Duration: 1.5 hrs
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Kona: Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour
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Kona: Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour

5.0/5
· 15 reviews
Duration: 45 mins
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Big Island: Manta Ray Snorkel Boat Tour
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Big Island: Manta Ray Snorkel Boat Tour

Duration: 2 hrs
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Kona Turtle Snorkel Sail with Lunch and Drinks
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Kona Turtle Snorkel Sail with Lunch and Drinks

5.0/5
· 2 reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
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FromBRL 942.07

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113 days · Southampton - Europe - North America - South America - Oceania - Asia - Africa - Southampton

Set sail around the world, where island cities and ancient civilizations await
4.3/5 · 2 reviews
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65 days · Southampton - Europe - North America - South America - Oceania - Asia - Hong Kong

65 days · Southampton - Europe - North America - South America - Oceania - Asia - Hong Kong

Set sail around the world, where volcanic islands and coastal cities await
4.3/5 · 2 reviews
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Queen Anne5
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48 days · Southampton - Europe - North America - South America - Oceania - Sydney

48 days · Southampton - Europe - North America - South America - Oceania - Sydney

4.3/5 · 2 reviews
Cunard Cruise ·
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Depart from Southampton
From BRL 38,838
13 days · Tahiti · Honolulu - United States - Kiribati - French Polynesia - Papeete

13 days · Tahiti · Honolulu - United States - Kiribati - French Polynesia - Papeete

Ritz-Carlton Cruises ·
Evrima5
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17 days · Los Angeles - Hilo - Kailua-Kona - Honolulu - Kauai - Ensenada - Los Angeles

17 days · Los Angeles - Hilo - Kailua-Kona - Honolulu - Kauai - Ensenada - Los Angeles

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Princess Cruises ·
Emerald Princess4
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32 days · Sydney - New Zealand - French Polynesia - United States - Canada - Vancouver

32 days · Sydney - New Zealand - French Polynesia - United States - Canada - Vancouver

4.5/5 · 17 reviews
Princess Cruises ·
Royal Princess4
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Free things to do in Kalaoa

Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay)

Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay)

3.1
5.0/5
12 reviews
Kalaoa · 9.5km from downtown
Kahalu’u Beach Park

Kahalu’u Beach Park

3.3
5.0/5
2 reviews
Kahaluu-Keauhou · 16.7km from Kalaoa

What travellers say about Kalaoa

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SUNSHINE ONUS5 February 2026
4.0
- Fine White Sand: Boasting one of the few white sand beaches on the Big Island, the sand is soft and fine, a stark contrast to the common black volcanic rock beaches. - Calm Waters: A coral reef near the shore effectively reduces waves, making the water relatively calm, perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and bodyboarding, and very family-friendly. - "Turtle Beach": This is a frequent haunt and resting place for green sea turtles (Honu). With luck, you might spot them on the beach or in the shallow water.

La'aloa Beach Park

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DEAR张小球20 October 2021
5.0
You can see many turtles in the place, and there are really few tourists here. At the same time, the scenery here is also very good. There are not only a lot of flowers and plants, but also very beautiful sea views.

Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park

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M30***4130 January 2021
4.0
This place is reached via a short drive or bicycle ride from downtown Kona, and is one of our favorite spots to enjoy lunch or the sunset

Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area

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泰宁根吴承恩15 December 2019
5.0
It's a beach with very few people. The location is not difficult to walk. Maybe it's because of the time we came here. The scenery is particularly good. There are reefs with special shapes. The sand on the beach is also very comfortable. The sea scenery is also good.

Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay)

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wwwhisper17 August 2022
5.0
If you have a plan to Big Island at Hawaii near winter season, you must choose Kona then Hilo. Because kona has always great weather and suuny beach even though winter raining season. Also, Big island's most sand beach also locats at west side at Kona, so it's so important reason to keep choosing Kona. Finally, At kona, you can see beautiful sunset every day because it is west :)

Kailua Pier

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What are the must-do things in Kalaoa?

Don't miss these attractions in Kalaoa: La'aloa Beach Park, Manta Ray Night Snorkel, and Manta Ray Dives of Hawai‘i. If you like Outdoor & sports, try Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays. If you enjoy Day tours, try Manta Ray Snorkel in Kailua-Kona with Hot Cocoa.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Manta Ray Snorkel in Kailua-Kona with Hot Cocoa, Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watching Cruise, and Kona: Catamaran Sunset Sail with Cocktails and Snacks. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 11 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Kalaoa is around BRL 139.34 – BRL 942.07. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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