Traditional Airport Lei Greeting on Kona Hawai'i

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Big Island of Hawaii, USA

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On average, this is booked 26 (10.5) days in advance.

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Offered in: English

Overview

Aloha! Be welcomed on the Big Island with traditional lei greetings at the Kona International Airport (KOA). Start your Hawaiian vacation the right way and embrace Hawaii's tropical beauty with a lei greeting including gorgeous lei's made from fresh native flowers.

What's Included

  • Lei Greeting ONLY
  • TRANSPORTATION NOT INCLUDED
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

73-200 Kupipi Street
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

When you arrive in Kona at the Kona International Airport (KOA), look for your lei greeting representative at the first non-secured area and receive your wonderful island greeting. Treat yourself and loved ones to a traditional lei welcome, featuring beautiful, fresh local orchids. This is the perfect way to start your family vacation, honeymoon or special occasion.

The history of the lei dates back to the ancient Hawaiians, who wore braided leaves, native flowers, shells, feathers, stones and bones to beautify themselves. They often offered these garlands to each other and to their gods as a symbol of love and friendship. The lei was treasured and worn with pride by people of every age.

Leis are still carefully made by hand by Hawaiians, weaving fragrant, colorful flowers and leaves together to create a work of art. A symbol of Hawaii, leis are worn on all special occasions and given to family and friends as gifts of love.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Multiple flights for one order will not be adhered; it is one order per flight

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Traditional Airport Lei Greeting on Kona Hawai’i?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5126_HLEI

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What's Included

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  • Lei Greeting ONLY
  • TRANSPORTATION NOT INCLUDED

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • Multiple flights for one order will not be adhered; it is one order per flight
  • You must include flight information. Failure to do so may result in a $10 late fee.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).

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