KONA COASTHAWAII'S BIG ISLANDThe sunny Kona coastline stretches from Kailua-Kona to beyond Kealakekua Bay and can take more than 45 minutes to drive through. Within this expansive area you’ll find everything from Kona Coffee farms to historic Hawaiian landmarks. In fact, the Kona coast was once the home of Hawaiian royalty. King Kamehameha himself spent his later years in Kailua-Kona. Significant historic places like Puuhonua o Honaunau, Hulihee Palace, and Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park let you explore Hawaii’s past first-hand. South Kona’s calm and clear waters are also perfect for snorkeling, diving, and spotting dolphins and honu (green sea turtles). For the more adventurous, take a boat tour and swim with manta rays or go deep-sea fishing for giant Pacific Blue Marlin. On land, the cooler uplands are home to hundreds of coffee plantations where you can sample Kona’s unique, aromatic bean. On the versatile Kona coast, the adventures are as big as the island itself. Top places to visit on the Kona Coast:Kealakekua BayBeautiful bay marks the death of Captain Cook. Puuhonua o Honaunau (Place of Refuge)This sacred place was a place of refuge for ancient Hawaiian lawbreakers. Kona Coffee PlantationsRich, volcanic soil gives Kona coffee its rich taste and aroma. Kailua-KonaThis seaside town is the heart of the Kona coast. Hulihee PalaceHistoric summer residence of Hawaiian Royalty. HolualoaThis small town, located on the slopes of Hualalai Volcano, is populated with Kona coffee farms and art galleries.
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