Big Island Kona Coast Self-Guided Audio Tour Discount Tickets

Overview

A fun bite-sized loop tour that begins in North Kona and takes you down south to Puuhonua and back! Hear cool stories about King Kamehameha, Captain Cook, and the sacred rituals of ancient Hawaii. Shaka Guide is your local guide with turn-by-turn directions, information on what to do & see, and a ton of fun stories. Rated the #1 best GPS tour app for Hawaii with over 6,000+ raving reviews and 200,000+ downloads. Why you need it: ✅ You don't need service because you can download the tours & use them offline ✅ Save time planning your trip because we have the best stops lined up ✅ Freedom to stop and go as you please, unlike a tour bus where you are confined to the pre-determined route (no fun!) ✅ Hear cool and fun stories along the way *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-WRITTEN

Inclusion

Take the tour when you want

Tours NEVER expire

Offline map of the entire island

Freedom to explore at your own pace

Tour Start is Customizable

Offline map (no wifi or data needed)

Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations

Turn-by-turn directions using GPS

Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music

Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive

Exclusion

Meals & Refreshments

Entrance Fees

Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park (per vehicle)

Kona Coffee Living History Farm

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

You can start the tour in Waikoloa or Kailua-Kona.

The drive from Kailua heading south to the Pu'uhonua and back only has narration in one (counterclockwise) direction.

In addition to shopping at Big Island Bees and sampling their honey, you can also pay to take a guided tour. Check their website for current hours and pricing.

The Painted Church has free admission but donations are welcome. It's open Tuesday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park costs $20 per car, and $10 per motorcycle - valid for 7 days.

The self-guided tour of Kona Coffee Living History Farm costs $20 for adults and $10 for children. Open Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 am-2 pm.

Visitors must pay to park at Kahalu'u Beach.

Pack snorkel and swim gear! You can visit Kealakekua Bay and Two-Steps — two great snorkel spots.

The tour takes about 4-6 hours. Our recommended start time is before 9 a.m.