Philanthropist and Marine Life Preservationist Lisa Paisola has Dedicated her Foundation to Protecting our most Vulnerable Hawaiian Ocean and Sea Life Habitats. Her Focused Passion is to Protect and Conserve the Increasingly Endangered Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa, Hawaiian Monk Seals, Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins, The Migrating Humpback Whales, Hawaiian Honus, and not that she has favorites, but if she did it would be the Always Smiling Clown Fish. This Trust Location is NOT open to the Public. If you would like to visit The Foundation please stop by her offices in the West Wing of The Four Seasons Resort and Spa in Ko Olina adjacent to the Disney Aulani Tiki Hut.
Vacation Rentals
Oceanfront * Sunset Views * Air Conditioned Crashing waves at your feet with unobstructed views for miles up the Poipu shoreline. Sunset views year-round. Watch whales seasonally, turtles, dolphins. Comfortably furnished with chairs and tall dining table for best views. Short easy walk to Poipu Beach Park and Brennecke’s Beach with all the conveniences: snack bar, bathrooms, showers. Swim, snorkel, surf, boogie board or just enjoy the warm sand and ocean water. Everything is provided for your stay, making this truly a home away from home. We want your trip to be one you won’t soon forget and can’t wait to repeat. 2 Bedroom – 2 Full Bathrooms – Sleeps 4 – Approximately 1100 sq ft
Boat Charters
Whale watching, dolphin watching and snorkeling catamaran cruises in Ko Olina, Oahu, Hawai’i. Pickup from Waikiki hotels, transfer to a 61-foot (18.5-meter) catamaran for your cruise. Glide north along the coast where you might spot marine life such as dolphins, green sea turtles, whales, and flying fish, and hear from the crew about Hawaii’s natural history along the way. Head to a secret snorkeling spot and use the equipment provided. After checking out the coral reef and tropical fish, return to the boat and have the option to rinse off in a freshwater shower. Your crew serves up a Hawaiian buffet lunch that includes kalua pig, accompanied by up to four drinks including margaritas, wine, beer, or non-alcoholic options.
Water Sports
Centrally located in Downtown Kona, and just steps from the beach, we specialize in adventure; renting beach gear like kayaks, stand up paddle boards, surfboards, snorkel gear, scuba gear, beach chairs and umbrellas. We also stock some of Kona's best beach apparel in including sun shirts, rash guards, hats, bikinis and sunglasses. We also offer many excursions to see Kona's manta rays, dolphins, and other natural wonders like Mauna Kea's observatories and the volcano. There is so much to see and do in Kona and we can help you experience the best the Big Island has to offer!
Cultural Experiences
Experience the magic of the ocean with Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tours, a premier boat tour operator established in 2010. Offering an unforgettable journey from Kailua Kona, Hawaii, our tours provide an exclusive opportunity to encounter wild dolphins, whales, and manta rays. Aboard a thrilling Zodiac Navy SEAL Speed Boat, you can explore vibrant reefs and witness marine life up close. With small group sizes, you’ll enjoy a personalized adventure, perfect for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike. Join us for a unique and memorable marine excursion.
Boat Charters
Winner of TripAdvisors Certificate of Excellence 2015, 2016, 2017 2018 and 2019 which put My Kona Adventures into TripAdvisors Certificate of Excellence HALL OF FAME. Let us take you on a once-in-a-lifetime Hawaiian adventure where we create memories for you that will last a lifetime. Whether observing dolphins frolicking through the warm Hawaiian waters, migrating whales who have returned with their calves, or even braving the darkness to be mesmerized by the acrobatic manta rays, all of our boat and snorkel tours promise the unparalleled beauty and unique Hawaiian experience that My Kona Adventures can provide.
Art Galleries
Discover the captivating world of Ryan Staub Gallery Of Glass, now nestled within Moana Glass in Lahaina, Hawaii. Since 2019, this art gallery has showcased exquisite blown glass art, drawing inspiration from Hawaiian marine life and artist Ryan Staub's global adventures. Experience the magic as vibrant colors illuminate each piece, bringing to life humpback whales, sea turtles, dolphins, and the beauty of tropical fish. Bring a touch of Maui's artistry into your space with these stunning sculptures.
Boat Charters
Kamanu Charters has been in business for over 40 years. We continue to offer guests once in a lifetime experiences where they can swim with dolphins, manta rays, and snorkel at Pawai Bay on our 24 passenger catamaran and Kealakekua Bay on our 10 passenger high speed raft.
Water Sports
Jack's Diving Locker in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, is a PADI 5 Star IDC Center offering a wide range of snorkeling and scuba diving experiences, from beginner introductory dives to Instructor training. With four custom-built dive boats and a friendly and experienced staff, Jack's Diving Locker is the perfect place to explore the crystal-clear waters of Kona and see its diverse marine life, including colorful fish, sea turtles, dolphins, and manta rays.
Boat Charters
Poipu Offshore Adventures offers exceptional snorkeling, sightseeing, whale watching, and private boat charters. Explore the ocean’s beauty with knowledgeable guides, breathtaking views, and personalized adventures designed to create lasting memories. Your unforgettable day on the water begins with us.
Vacation Rentals
LUVA LLC dba LUVA Vacation Rentals is a boutique vacation rental firm located in Hawaii. With our primary location in Kailua Kona on the Big Island. LUVA Vacation Rentals specializes in properties that offer luxury experiences at nearly every budget. We carefully onboard properties with like minded goals to ensure that our guests' experiences are wonderful life-long memories, and our owners are life long business partners. Let LUVA be your trusted source for all things Real Estate and Management!
Vacation Rentals
Welcome to Ohana! , The Crown Jewel of the Kona Coast, is an oceanfront condominium complex in sunny Kailua Kona, on the Big Island of Hawaii. Casa is located on famous Alii Drive just two miles south of Kailua Kona Village. offers owners and guests the perfect blend of Hawaiian ambiance with tropical gardens and the songs of the many colorful birds enjoying the water features in the garden. Enjoy our garden pool located in the middle of a tropical setting. Casa also has one of the few oceanfront pools where you can swim and soak up the warm Hawaiian… Read More »
Boat Charters
Captain Zodiac is a premier ocean tour company based in Kona, Big Island, Hawaii, offering unforgettable marine adventures and personalized experiences on the water. Join us for the best Kona snorkeling tours, with expert guides who take you to the top Big Island spot, Kealakekua Bay, home of the Captain Cook Monument. We also offer private charters tailored to your group’s needs, whale watching tours during the migration season, and immersive marine life excursions. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a private ocean escape, Captain Zodiac delivers expert-guided, private or group experiences with Aloha. Our captains are expert naturalists, geologists, historians, and some like to think that they are stand-up comedians!
Cultural Experiences
Established in 2009, Top Shot Spearfishing leads eco-conscious spearfishing adventures on the Kona coast of Hawaii. Our professional guides prioritize safety and teach essential spearfishing techniques, while focusing on the removal of invasive fish to protect Hawaii's reefs. We offer exceptional intro to spearfishing lessons as well as guided spearfishing for our experienced guests. Join us for one of the most memorable experiences you'll have on the Big Island of Hawaii! Book your adventure today!
Boat Charters
Living Ocean Tours is your top-rated choice for snorkeling Honolulu and visiting Waikiki’s famous Turtle Canyon snorkel site. Join us for snorkeling Waikiki’s vibrant reefs, including our popular Turtle Canyons Snorkel Excursion or family-friendly Deluxe Waikiki Snorkeling Tour featuring a waterslide and ocean trampoline. For those seeking relaxation, our Waikiki sunset cruises offer stunning views and a smooth ride thanks to our boat’s stabilizer. We also offer whale watching (in season) and private charters. Our expert crew shares the spirit of Aloha, making every Honolulu snorkeling tour or sunset cruise safe, fun, and memorable. Book your Waikiki snorkeling tour or sunset cruise today with Living Ocean Tours.
Cultural Experiences
Pure Aloha Adventures is a woman owned business offering fully guided snorkeling tours of the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, stand up paddle boarding lessons and surf lessons in Waikiki, swimming and snorkeling with turtles in Honolulu, as well as seasonal whale watching excursions. Pure Aloha allows you to experience Hawaii the way the locals do! We show you the Hawaii we know and love and you will be sure to leave feeling like you are part of our ohana, not just a guest on a tour!
Spas & Massage
We offer services in your own home or condo hotel room, Of Hawaiian, Lomi, Lomi, Massage, and body balancing for scoliosis therapy plus many other spa services and treatment treatments we come to you so you can relax
Snorkeling & Diving
Our goal at Kona Freedivers is to provide you with the expert knowledge, skills, and equipment needed to enjoy the underwater world safely and comfortably. Kona Freedivers specializes in the highest level of freedive training available in Hawaii with expert instructors, top of the line freediving gear, and amazing freediving opportunities both locally and abroad. Our crew is built of experienced freediving instructors, freediving record breakers, spearfishers, underwater photographers, and all around freediving enthusiasts to guide you through your Kona freediving journey.
Boat Charters
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Hawaii's marine sanctuary with Kona Ocean Adventures. Our private charter tours, customized for your unique preferences, take you beyond the shore, immersing you in the stunning aquatic paradise of the islands. With over 30 years of expertise in Hawaiian waters, our team of passionate locals curates memorable vacations tailored to every traveler. From thrilling whale watching excursions to diving into crystal-clear waters, Kona Ocean Adventures offers an intimate, knowledgeable experience for every type of island enthusiast. Plan your private adventure and create lasting memories with us.
Boat Charters
Featuring snorkeling and dolphin watch tours, whale watching tours, and lunch and dinner cruises! Have your best day in Hawaii on a Deluxe Morning Snorkel & Dolphin Adventure, a Captain Cook Historical Lunch or the Captain Cook Historical Dinner Cruise with Body Glove! The Dinner Cruise is an award-winning must-do in Kona! On the Morning Snorkel the boat turns into a floating playground and guarantees to leave you soaking wet and smiling. Get on board for Seasonal Whale Watches during winter months! Planning something big? Ask about Private Charters for larger groups!
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Experience the thrill of performance sailing with Sail Maui, one of the island's premier catamaran companies. They specialize in intimate, small-group adventures, from incredible snorkeling trips to stunning sunset sails, all with that authentic aloha spirit.
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Snorkeling & Diving
Join us on the Kona coastline for a snorkel tour with wildlife! We approach our unique tours “safari” style, meaning we cover vast areas of the coastline in search of marine life aboard our vessel. We believe “the search” is part of the fun and allows nature to deliver the adventure. Together, we can observe and potentially interact with sea turtles, a variety of dolphin species, manta rays, sharks, whales, and locals of Hawaii’s coral reefs. Join us on an incredible journey leaving you with a lifetime of memories!
Boat Charters
We provide Private boat charter with Luxury boat, Kealakekua bay snorkeling, Dolphin watching, Sunset cruises & Manta ray night snorkeling, Whale watching ( seasonal ). We customize it anywhere according to your desire. Our friendly captain and abundance of sea life around guarantee you to have an amazing experience. All rides are 6 guests max ensuring a close private experience. Let us show you all the beautiful spots along the Kona Coast!!
Boat Charters
A first in class Kona fishing charter. A world-renowned fishery. A top-notch captain and crew. The best tackle and gear money can buy. Marlin, Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna), Ono (Wahoo), Mahi-Mahi (Dorado, Dolphin Fish) Come fish aboard Sweet Sadie … you’ll be glad you did!