Big Island Kona Coast Self-Guided Audio Tour
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.*
What's Included
- 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
- Meals & Refreshments
- Private Transportation
Meeting Location
Kailua-Kona
HI, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Kona Big Kahuna Driving Tour - Start in
20 Stops
Kona Big Kahuna Driving Tour - Start in
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
- The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
- Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
- Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
- Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-102020P23
Reviews
Average 4.80 out of 5 stars based on 5 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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