What’s Good In Kona

Kona is rich in history and Hawaiian culture. Planning your Kona vacation can be a fascinating way to spend a few hours in this wonderful island. The Kona coastline on the western shore of Hawaii’s “Big Island” stretches from the town of Kailua-Kona to beyond the marine conservation area of the Kealakekua Bay. World renowned by beach goers, Kona offers a strong persistent sun, very little rain and calm Pacific waters together with swimming and snorkeling opportunities. Kailua-Kona was a trade hub for the ancient Hawaiians and there is much history to ponder on while you are there. You can visit the former home of Hawaiian royals at the Hulihe’e Palace. Walk along the town’s main thoroughfare, Ali’i Drive, to reach the oldest Christian church in the state, the Mokuaikaua Church. The historic village can be explored with a tour guide that can be contacted from within town. Puuhonua-o-Honaunau is one of Hawaii’s most sacred historic sites and you can learn about Hawaiian culture and history as you take a self-guided tour of this deeply spiritual site. Highlights of your visit will include the Great Wall, which is up to 17 feet thick in places and the fierce-looking Kii, the wooden totem-like images of the gods who protects the sacred temple (Hawaiian beliefs). You will also be able to see the royal canoe landing beach and ancient fishing pools in the area. The park offers daily ranger talks, which will greatly expand your visit and deepen your understanding of the history and culture that surrounds you. Hiking at Puako where it is a relatively flat terrain isn’t very difficult to hike on, but this area can get very hot most of the time. The Puako Petroglyphs are in the historical park at the Mauna Lani Resort. Some petroglyphs are outside, while others are in a cave, and there are plenty of them, so you can check out most of these at least an hour to explore. Keauhou Bay is located a short drive south of Kailua Village and is another of Kona’s cultural areas, having formerly been a favorite Kona vacation destination for Hawaiian taste. Besides enjoying a multiple of watersports on the calm, protected waters of the bay, you can also take a cultural tour of all the historical sites, including several restored Hawaiian temples. The fun and exciting way of any visit to the Keauhou coastline is the opportunity to swim and snorkel with the many giant manta rays that are attracted close to the shore to feed on microscopic plankton during at night. During the day you can enjoy snorkeling, paddle boarding, and kayaking or try your hand at fishing with the locals.

You can try also the famous 100 percent pure Kona coffee, grown only on the Kona Coast. The region’s environmental conditions conspire to make one of the world’s best-loved cup of coffees. There are numerous cafes and shops around Kona to try. Also, you might want to tour a Kona coffee plantation which is really a nice way to spend your Kona vacation.