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Kona Catamarans 

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One of the best ways to take full advantage of the beauty of the Kona Coast is to explore it by Kona catamaran tours . With calm, clear waters, excellent weather, and a spectacular coastline protected by 14,000 mountains, it’s almost as if Kona’s waters were made for catamaran sailing. One of the most stable ocean-going vessels and ranging in size and type, Kona catamarans are the most popular type of watercraft in here. Praised for their speed and stability, catamarans in Kona consist of identical length twin hulls with a cabin, deck, or trampoline webbing in between. We can personally attest that Kona catamaran cruising is one of the most fun and fulfilling things you can do on your vacation !

Kona Catamaran Charters

One of the coolest “cats” in Kona is Kamanu Charters’ 36-foot custom catamaran. The super-friendly crew of Kamanu has been sailing Kona’s waters for 40 years and offers some of the best sailing tours in town. From snorkeling to whale watching  to sunset sails , they have it all. If you want to avoid the crowds, family-owned and operated Paradise Sailing Hawai‘i specializes in small intimate groups and hands-on sailing. Paradise Sailing Hawai‘i is one of the newest catamaran charters in Kona, and they pride themselves on personal service and guest comfort. Departing from Keauhou Bay, Sea Paradise offers visitors a first-class Kona catamaran tour experience complete with snorkeling. With several tours to choose from on their state-of-the-art vessel, their offerings include sails to Kealakekua Bay and nighttime manta ray adventures. If you are a sailor who already knows the ropes, almost all catamaran operators in Kona offer private charters.

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Sail “Kona Style” and visit magical locations with profound histories. The pristine waters of the Kona Coast welcome you to explore a colorful underwater world abounding with tropical i’a (fish), nai’a (dolphins), honu (turtles), hahalua (manta rays) and kohola (whales-seasonal). Venture the netted trampolines suspended over the ocean or relax in the shaded open air cabin and enjoy the soothing tropical breezes.

What to Expect

We begin the morning with a tropical fruit platter and pastries. Lunch includes a “Build Your Own” Sandwich bar, chips, cookies and ice cold beverages. You may purchase beer, wine or cocktails from our full bar.

Our captain and crew will delight you with historical and cultural knowledge about Hawaii and the Kona Coastline while we sail. Once we arrive at the Captain Cook Monument snorkel spot, in Kealakekua Bay, our crew will assist you in the water and how to use the equipment. Snorkel gear, noodles and water toys provided as well as a fresh water shower.

• Frequent Turtle, Dolphin & Whale (seasonal) sightings
• 1.5 Hour Snorkeling at the Captain Cook Monument
• 2.5 Hour Sailing Cruise
• Tropical Fruit Platter and Pastries
• “Build Your Own” Sandwich Bar and Snacks
• Full Bar with Drinks Available for Purchase
• Friendly and Experienced Captain and Crew
• Fully Certified USCG Sailing Catamaran
• Bose Surround Sound Stereo System
• Trampoline Nets, Covered and Open-Air Seating
• Dual Restrooms
• Quality Snorkel Gear & Foam Noodle Flotation
• Fresh Water Shower

Kailua Bay Pier, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740

Cancellation Policy

Customers will receive a full refund provided cancellations are made at least 24 hours prior to scheduled departure time (96 hours for private charters). Customers will also receive a full refund in case of Operator cancellations due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

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Explore kona's underwater paradise.

Join Body Glove for an exciting adventure in Kailua Kona, Hawaii! We offer snorkeling, sunset dinner cruises, and whale watching tours aboard the Kanoa II catamaran or Kona Explorer super-raft! Not sure which boat is best for you or your group? Visit Our Boats page to learn more about the boats in our fleet.

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Step aboard our 65′ Catamaran for a fun-filled day of adventure! This 4.5 hour cruise offers breakfast, BBQ burger lunch, plenty of shade, cushioned seating, 20′ waterslide, and more!

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Afternoon Snorkel Trip

Discover Kona’s underwater paradise! Join us in the crystal clear waters of Kona’s Gold Coast for a two hour thirty minute short and sweet snorkeling adventure.

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Historical Kona Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

Step aboard and journey back in time, when ancient, powerful kings ruled the rugged and fertile land of the Hawaiian Islands.

Big Island Whale Watching Tour

Our marine life naturalist astounds you with facts about these gentle giants as they play, court, and teach their young.

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Exclusive Boat Charters

Experience luxury and customization with Body Glove Cruises’ private charters on the Kanoa II, perfect for any occasion from weddings to corporate events. Enjoy bespoke activities like snorkeling, whale watching (seasonally), and delight in exceptional dining crafted by our in-house chef.

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Super-Raft Kona Snorkel Tour

Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled morning of the best of Big Island snorkeling. Enjoy the thrill of a raft ride with none of the drawbacks. Our vessel is equipped with tons of seating, shade, and a bathroom!

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Super-Raft Whale Watching Adventure

Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled adventure on the water. Enjoy the thrill of a raft ride with none of the drawbacks. Our vessel is equipped with tons of seating, shade, and a bathroom!

Super-Raft Kona Sunset Cruise

Get ready to experience the golden hour beauty while enjoying a scenic ride to one of the most stunning bays in the world on this Big Island Sunset Cruise aboard our 41ft super-raft.

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Experience luxury and customization with Body Glove Cruises’ private charters on the Kona Explorer, perfect for any occasion from special celebrations with friends to romantic outings. Enjoy bespoke activities like snorkeling, whale watching (seasonally), and delight in exceptional dining crafted by our in-house chef.

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Discover a world beyond the shore on our offshore adventure tour  in a unique coastal location with diverse underwater habitats!

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Join us for a snorkel and ocean cleanup mission where you’ll embark on an inspiring journey and restore the beauty of our oceans.

MANTA RAY SNORKEL TOURS

1st & 2nd manta ray night snorkel.

AN ENCHANTING MANTA RAY NIGHT SNORKEL TOUR WITH ONE OF THE ORIGINAL MANTA RAY TOUR COMPANIES SINCE 1985

1ST NIGHT MANTA RAY SNORKEL TOUR

DISCOVER THE MAJESTIC MANTA RAYS OF THE KONA COAST.

Join us on Hawaii’s newest catamaran the Hoku Nui , our spacious Luxury 50-foot catamaran. You will travel to the World-Famous Manta Ray Village off the Kona Coast. Going on a manta ray night snorkel in Hawaii is an amazing and unforgettable experience. The Travel Channel says, “It’s one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime.” Check-in times are seasonal. Please see your confirmation email for current check-in times.

After you board Hoku Nui, we travel to the world famous, Manta Ray Village. Manta rays are gentle giants of the sea, with many residing along the Kona Coast.

Harmless to humans, they are drawn to the spotlights that light up the night to eat plankton. These mesmerizing creatures sometimes gracefully glide within inches of amazed snorkelers.

Swimming with the Kona manta rays is often the highlight of visitors’ trips to Hawaii. Sea Paradise is an original manta ray tour expert in Hawaii, helping its guests get up close and personal with these majestic creatures since 1985.

Adults: $130 + Tax & Fees

Children: $115 + Tax & Fees

Ride Alongs: $65 + Tax & Fees

**A ride Along under 18 yrs. must have an adult in their group supervising onboard at all times.

2nd NIGHT MANTA RAY SNORKEL TOUR

NIGHT SNORKEL WITH MANTA RAYS; A MAJESTIC CREATURE.

Want a later moonlight Manta Ray tour? A great way to end your day with an amazing manta ray adventure aboard the Hoku Nui , Sea Paradise’s spacious new 50-foot luxury catamaran. Your destination is the World-Famous Manta Ray Village off the Kona Coast. Going on a manta ray night snorkel in Hawaii is an amazing and unforgettable experience. The Travel Channel says, “It’s one of the top ten things to do in your lifetime.”

Manta Rays are always hungry, so we offer a Manta Ray sighting guarantee .

You adventure begins aboard our spacious catamaran, the Hoku Nui, as you cruise to the world famous, Manta Ray Village. Manta rays are gentle giants of the sea, with many residing along the Kona Coast. Harmless to humans, they are drawn to the spotlights that light up the night to eat plankton.

These mesmerizing creatures sometimes gracefully glide within inches of amazed snorkelers. Swimming with manta rays is often the highlight of visitors’ trips to Hawaii.

Sea Paradise is an original manta ray tour expert in Hawaii, helping its guests get up close and personal with these majestic creatures since 1985.

IN THE WATER

Pickup & drop off.

Please sign your waivers for each guest (link found in your confirmation e-mail) and check in near the boat at Keauhou Bay located at the pier at the end of Kaleiopapa Street, Kailua Kona, HI 96740. Please do not check in at any buildings. Public restrooms are located on the east side of Kaleiopapa Street near the end parking lot. Restrooms are also onboard our vessel. Parking is limited at the pier. Free parking is available along Kaleiopapa St. Please check in with crew in blue shirts 15 minutes prior to departure at the end of the pier and allow 3-5 minutes to walk from your vehicle to the boat. Be sure to wear swimwear for your wetsuit fittings prior to boarding.

Check in times are seasonal. Please see your confirmation email for current check in times.

INFORMATION

Length of Tour:  Approx. 1.5 to 2 hrs from departure time. Location: Keauhou Bay (Departure & Return)   Keauhou Bay located at the pier at the end of Kaleiopapa St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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THINGS TO BRING

Dress comfortably for your Hawaii snorkeling tour. Bring swimwear, towel, a cover-up, and a light jacket or sweater for after you’re out of the water. You may also bring an underwater camera – just make sure the flash is turned off. Note that we have limited space to stow gear and keep it dry. Sea Paradise operates “shoe-less boats,” so wear sandals or slippers that are easy to remove. Gratuity is not included in the price of the tour, but tips are greatly appreciated. Upload your favorite photos to us on Instagram or Facebook and hashtag #seaparadisehawaii.

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Departures at Keauhou Bay Kailua Kona, Hawaii 96740

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Explore the Waikoloa and Kohala-Kona coastline aboard The Spirit of Aloha, a 54-foot sailing catamaran. Catch the moment the sun slips below the horizon. You may even see the green flash. Board from Anaehoomalu Bay (A-Bay) to sail, enjoy and relax. The custom-designed sunset-orange and maile lei sail is a stunning contrast to the azure Pacific as it sails along the blue Pacific ocean. Bask in the romance and relaxation of a stunning Kona-Kohala sunset cruise. Snacks and beverages served aboard. Unlimited non-alcohol beverages. Two free bar drink tickets per adult.

When boarding at A-Bay, it is a beach-loading process with transfer from a tender-boat, with barefoot entry that takes a few steps into the seawater from the beach. Come in casual clothing that may come in contact with water.

Beach check in at 4:15pm

Description

Stop At: Anaehoomalu, 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, Hawaii 96738

Slip off your shoes board from Anaehoomalu Bay to sail, enjoy and relax.  Board a 53-foot-long (16-meter) power catamaran that holds a maximum of 49 guests. 
(Your shoes will be stored safely during this barefoot cruise.) Beach check in at 4:15pm.

Once the boat sets sail, use your two provided drink tickets to order cocktails, beer or a selection of white wines from the bar. Enjoy unlimited nonalcoholic beverages, and purchase additional beer and mixed drinks available at a discount, if you wish.

The boat pauses here so you can bask in the sunset glow over the sea and look for the elusive ‘green flash’ on the horizon before returning to Anaehoomalu Bay (A-Bay)

Take a twenty-minute coastal walk from Hilton Waikoloa Village to Anaeho'omalu Bay, a popular salt and pepper sand beach with a coconut grove of swaying palms and shade from the Pacific sun.

Summer Sunset Sailing times: 5:30pm -7pm

Winter Sunset Sailing times: 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (Approx.)

• Return Details: Returns to original departure point

What's Included

• Local guide
• Live commentary on board
• Alcoholic Beverages

What To Bring

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.

Additional Info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age is 21 years to consume alcohol
• Subject to favorable weather conditions; if canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
• This is a barefoot cruise; your shoes will be kept at the pier while you're on the boat
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Meet at 4:15pm at Anaehoomalu Bay on the beach at the Hawaii Nautical orange sign
• Operated by Hawaii Nautical

Cancellation Policy

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

• For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
• If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
• Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
• Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
• This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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• With Service Providers:  We may share Your personal information with Service Providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service, to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service, for payment processing, to contact You.
• For Business transfers:  We may share or transfer Your personal information in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of Company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business to another company.
• With Affiliates:  We may share Your information with Our affiliates, in which case we will require those affiliates to honor this Privacy Policy. Affiliates include Our parent company and any other subsidiaries, joint venture partners or other companies that We control or that are under common control with Us.
• With Business partners:  We may share Your information with Our business partners to offer You certain products, services or promotions.
• With other users:  when You share personal information or otherwise interact in the public areas with other users, such information may be viewed by all users and may be publicly distributed outside. If You interact with other users or register through a Third-Party Social Media Service, Your contacts on the Third-Party Social Media Service may see Your name, profile, pictures and description of Your activity. Similarly, other users will be able to view descriptions of Your activity, communicate with You and view Your profile.

Retention of Your Personal Data

The Company will retain Your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use Your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.

The Company will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen the security or to improve the functionality of Our Service, or We are legally obligated to retain this data for longer time periods.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information, including Personal Data, is processed at the Company’s operating offices and in any other places where the parties involved in the processing are located. It means that this information may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of Your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ than those from Your jurisdiction.

Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by Your submission of such information represents Your agreement to that transfer.

The Company will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that Your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and no transfer of Your Personal Data will take place to an organization or a country unless there are adequate controls in place including the security of Your data and other personal information.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition or asset sale, Your Personal Data may be transferred. We will provide notice before Your Personal Data is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

Law enforcement Under certain circumstances, the Company may be required to disclose Your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency).

Other legal requirements The Company may disclose Your Personal Data in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:

• Comply with a legal obligation
• Protect and defend the rights or property of the Company
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service
• Protect the personal safety of Users of the Service or the public
• Protect against legal liability

Security of Your Personal Data

The security of Your Personal Data is important to Us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect Your Personal Data, We cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Detailed Information on the Processing of Your Personal Data

Service Providers have access to Your Personal Data only to perform their tasks on Our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Analytics We may use third-party Service providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service.

• Google Analytics Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. Google uses the data collected to track and monitor the use of our Service. This data is shared with other Google services. Google may use the collected data to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network. You can opt-out of having made your activity on the Service available to Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. The add-on prevents the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js, and dc.js) from sharing information with Google Analytics about visits activity. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page:  https://policies. google .com/privacy?hl=en .

Email Marketing We may use Your Personal Data to contact You with newsletters, marketing or promotional materials, and other information that may be of interest to You. You may opt-out of receiving any, or all, of these communications from Us by following the unsubscribe link or instructions provided in any email We send or by contacting Us.

Behavioral Remarketing The Company uses remarketing services to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service. We and Our third-party vendors use cookies to inform, optimize, and serve ads based on Your past visits to our Service.

• Google Ads (AdWords) Google Ads (AdWords) remarketing service is provided by Google Inc. You can opt-out of Google Analytics for Display Advertising and customize the Google Display Network ads by visiting the Google Ads Settings page:  http://www.google.com/settings/ads . Google also recommends installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on –  https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout  – for your web browser. Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on provides visitors with the ability to prevent their data from being collected and used by Google Analytics. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page:  https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en .
• Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) Remarketing Bing Ads remarketing service is provided by Microsoft Inc. You can opt-out of Bing Ads interest-based ads by following their instructions:  https://advertise.bingads.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/policies/personalized-ads . You can learn more about the privacy practices and policies of Microsoft by visiting their Privacy Policy page:  https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/PrivacyStatement .
• Twitter Twitter remarketing service is provided by Twitter Inc. You can opt-out from Twitter’s interest-based ads by following their instructions:  https://support.twitter.com/articles/20170405 . You can learn more about the privacy practices and policies of Twitter by visiting their Privacy Policy page:  https://twitter.com/privacy .
• Facebook Facebook remarketing service is provided by Facebook Inc. You can learn more about interest-based advertising from Facebook by visiting this page:  https://www.facebook.com/help /1649686938 37950 . To opt-out from Facebook’s interest-based ads, follow these instructions from Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/help /5681374933 02217 . Facebook adheres to the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioural Advertising established by the Digital Advertising Alliance. You can also opt-out from Facebook and other participating companies through the Digital Advertising Alliance in the USA  http://www.aboutads.info/choices/ , the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada in Canada  http://youradchoices.ca/  or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance in Europe  http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/ , or opt-out using your mobile device settings. For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook’s Data Policy:  https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation .
• AdRoll AdRoll remarketing service is provided by Semantic Sugar, Inc. You can opt-out of AdRoll remarketing by visiting this AdRoll Advertising Preferences web page:  http://info.evidon.com/pub_info/573?v=1&nt=1&nw=false . For more information on the privacy practices of AdRoll, please visit the AdRoll Privacy Policy web page:  http://www.adroll.com/about/privacy
• Perfect Audience Perfect Audience remarketing service is provided by NowSpots Inc. You can opt-out of Perfect Audience remarketing by visiting these pages: Platform Opt-out (http://pixel.prfct.co/coo) and Partner Opt-out (http://ib.adnxs.com/optout). For more information on the privacy practices of Perfect Audience, please visit the Perfect Audience Privacy Policy & Opt-out web page:  https://www.perfectaudience.com/privacy/index.html .

We may provide paid products and/or services within the Service. In that case, we may use third-party services for payment processing (e.g. payment processors).

We will not store or collect Your payment card details. That information is provided directly to Our third-party payment processors whose use of Your personal information is governed by their Privacy Policy. These payment processors adhere to the standards set by PCI-DSS as managed by the PCI Security Standards Council, which is a joint effort of brands like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. PCI-DSS requirements help ensure the secure handling of payment information.

• Stripe Their Privacy Policy can be viewed at  https://stripe.com/us/privacy .

When You use Our Service to pay for a product and/or service via bank transfer, We may ask You to provide information to facilitate this transaction and to verify Your identity.

GDPR Privacy

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data under GDPR We may process Personal Data under the following conditions:

• Consent:  You have given Your consent for processing Personal Data for one or more specific purposes.
• Performance of a contract:  Provision of Personal Data is necessary for the performance of an agreement with You and/or for any pre-contractual obligations thereof.
• Legal obligations:  Processing Personal Data is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which the Company is subject.
• Vital interests:  Processing Personal Data is necessary in order to protect Your vital interests or of another natural person.
• Public interests:  Processing Personal Data is related to a task that is carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the Company.
• Legitimate interests:  Processing Personal Data is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Company.

In any case, the Company will gladly help to clarify the specific legal basis that applies to the processing, and in particular whether the provision of Personal Data is a statutory or contractual requirement, or a requirement necessary to enter into a contract.

Your Rights under the GDPR The Company undertakes to respect the confidentiality of Your Personal Data and to guarantee You can exercise Your rights.

You have the right under this Privacy Policy, and by law, if You are within the EU, to:

• Request access to Your Personal Data.   The right to access, update, or delete the information We have on You. Whenever made possible, you can access, update, or request the deletion of Your Personal Data directly within Your account settings section. If you are unable to perform these actions yourself, please contact Us to assist You. This also enables You to receive a copy of the Personal Data We hold about You.
• Request correction of the Personal Data that We hold about You.   You have the right to have any incomplete or inaccurate information We hold about You corrected.
• Object to processing of Your Personal Data.   This right exists where We are relying on legitimate interest as the legal basis for Our processing and there is something about Your particular situation, which makes You want to object to our processing of Your Personal Data on this ground. You also have the right to object where We are processing Your Personal Data for direct marketing purposes.
• Request erasure of Your Personal Data.   You have the right to ask Us to delete or remove Personal Data when there is no good reason for Us to continue processing it.
• Request the transfer of Your Personal Data.   We will provide to You, or to a third-party You have chosen, Your Personal Data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format. Please note that this right only applies to automated information which You initially provided consent for Us to use or where We used the information to perform a contract with You.
• Withdraw Your consent.   You have the right to withdraw Your consent on using your Personal Data. If You withdraw Your consent, We may not be able to provide You with access to certain specific functionalities of the Service.

Exercising of Your GDPR Data Protection Rights You may exercise Your rights of access, rectification, cancellation, and opposition by contacting Us. Please note that we may ask You to verify Your identity before responding to such requests. If You make a request, We will try our best to respond to You as soon as possible.

You have the right to complain to a Data Protection Authority about Our collection and use of Your Personal Data. For more information, if You are in the European Economic Area (EEA), please contact Your local data protection authority in the EEA.

Facebook Fan Page

Data Controller for the Facebook Fan Page The Company is the Data Controller of Your Personal Data collected while using the Service. As the operator of our Facebook Fan Page, the Company and the operator of the social network Facebook are Joint Controllers.

The Company has entered into agreements with Facebook that define the terms for use of the Facebook Fan Page, among other things. These terms are mostly based on the Facebook Terms of Service:  https://www.facebook.com/terms.php .

Visit the Facebook Privacy Policy  https://www.facebook.com/policy.php  for more information about how Facebook manages Personal data or contact Facebook online, or by mail: Facebook, Inc. ATTN, Privacy Operations, 1601 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, United States.

Facebook Insights We use the Facebook Insights function in connection with the operation of the Facebook Fan Page and on the basis of the GDPR, in order to obtain anonymized statistical data about Our users.

For this purpose, Facebook places a Cookie on the device of the user visiting Our Facebook Fan Page. Each Cookie contains a unique identifier code and remains active for a period of two years, except when it is deleted before the end of this period.

Facebook receives, records and processes the information stored in the Cookie, especially when the user visits the Facebook services, services that are provided by other members of the Facebook Fan Page and services by other companies that use Facebook services.

For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook Privacy Policy here:  https://www.facebook.com/full_data_use_policy .

CCPA Privacy

Your Rights under the CCPA Under this Privacy Policy, and by law if You are a resident of California, You have the following rights:

• The right to notice.   You must be properly notified which categories of Personal Data are being collected and the purposes for which the Personal Data is being used.
• The right to access / the right to request.   The CCPA permits You to request and obtain from the Company information regarding the disclosure of Your Personal Data that has been collected in the past 12 months by the Company or its subsidiaries to a third-party for the third party’s direct marketing purposes.
• The right to say no to the sale of Personal Data.   You also have the right to ask the Company not to sell Your Personal Data to third parties. You can submit such a request by visiting our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” section or web page.
• The categories of Personal Data collected
• The sources from which the Personal Data was collected
• The business or commercial purpose for collecting or selling the Personal Data
• Categories of third parties with whom We share Personal Data
• The specific pieces of Personal Data we collected about You
• The right to delete Personal Data.   You also have the right to request the deletion of Your Personal Data that has been collected in the past 12 months.
• Denying goods or services to You
• Charging different prices or rates for goods or services, including the use of discounts or other benefits or imposing penalties
• Providing a different level or quality of goods or services to You
• Suggesting that You will receive a different price or rate for goods or services or a different level or quality of goods or services.

Exercising Your CCPA Data Protection Rights In order to exercise any of Your rights under the CCPA, and if you are a California resident, You can email or call us or visit our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” section or web page.

The Company will disclose and deliver the required information free of charge within 45 days of receiving Your verifiable request. The time period to provide the required information may be extended once by an additional 45 days when reasonably necessary and with prior notice.

Do Not Sell My Personal Information

We do not sell personal information. However, the Service Providers we partner with (for example, our advertising partners) may use technology on the Service that “sells” personal information as defined by the CCPA law.

If you wish to opt out of the use of your personal information for interest-based advertising purposes and these potential sales as defined under CCPA law, you may do so by following the instructions below.

Please note that any opt-out is specific to the browser You use. You may need to opt-out on every browser that you use.

Website You can opt-out of receiving ads that are personalized as served by our Service Providers by following our instructions presented on the Service:

• From their “Cookie Consent” notice banner
• Or from their “CCPA Opt-out” notice banner
• Or from their “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” notice banner
• Or from their “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link

The opt out will place a cookie on Your computer that is unique to the browser You use to opt out. If you change browsers or delete the cookies saved by your browser, you will need to opt out again.

Mobile Devices Your mobile device may give you the ability to opt out of the use of information about the apps you use in order to serve you ads that are targeted to your interests:

• “Opt out of Interest-Based Ads” or “Opt out of Ads Personalization” on Android devices
• “Limit Ad Tracking” on iOS devices

You can also stop the collection of location information from Your mobile device by changing the preferences on your mobile device.

“Do Not Track” Policy as Required by California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

Our Service does not respond to Do Not Track signals.

However, some third party websites do keep track of Your browsing activities. If You are visiting such websites, You can set Your preferences in Your web browser to inform websites that You do not want to be tracked. You can enable or disable DNT by visiting the preferences or settings page of Your web browser.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 13. If You are a parent or guardian and You are aware that Your child has provided Us with Personal Data, please contact Us. If We become aware that We have collected Personal Data from anyone under the age of 13 without verification of parental consent, We take steps to remove that information from Our servers.

Your California Privacy Rights (California’s Shine the Light law)

Under California Civil Code Section 1798 (California’s Shine the Light law), California residents with an established business relationship with us can request information once a year about sharing their Personal Data with third parties for the third parties’ direct marketing purposes.

If you’d like to request more information under the California Shine the Light law, You can contact Us using the contact information provided below.

California Privacy Rights for Minor Users (California Business and Professions Code Section 22581)

California Business and Professions Code section 22581 allows California residents under the age of 18 who are registered users of online sites, services, or applications to request and obtain removal of content or information they have publicly posted.

To request removal of such data, and if you are a California resident, You can contact Us using the contact information provided below, and include the email address associated with Your account.

Be aware that Your request does not guarantee complete or comprehensive removal of content or information posted online and that the law may not permit or require removal in certain circumstances.

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to other websites that are not operated by Us. If You click on a third party link, You will be directed to that third party’s site. We strongly advise You to review the Privacy Policy of every site You visit.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies or practices of any third party sites or services.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify You of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

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Sorting, ranking, and search results

Cool Hawaii wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through Cool Hawaii over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.

Accessibility

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Cool Hawaii Accessibility Statement

Accessibility Statement

• www.coolhawaii.com
• August 26, 2024

Compliance status

Screen-reader and keyboard navigation.

• Screen-reader optimization: we run a background process that learns the website’s components from top to bottom, to ensure ongoing compliance even when updating the website. In this process, we provide screen-readers with meaningful data using the ARIA set of attributes. For example, we provide accurate form labels; descriptions for actionable icons (social media icons, search icons, cart icons, etc.); validation guidance for form inputs; element roles such as buttons, menus, modal dialogues (popups), and others. Additionally, the background process scans all of the website’s images and provides an accurate and meaningful image-object-recognition-based description as an ALT (alternate text) tag for images that are not described. It will also extract texts that are embedded within the image, using an OCR (optical character recognition) technology. To turn on screen-reader adjustments at any time, users need only to press the Alt+1 keyboard combination. Screen-reader users also get automatic announcements to turn the Screen-reader mode on as soon as they enter the website.These adjustments are compatible with all popular screen readers, including JAWS and NVDA.
• Keyboard navigation optimization: The background process also adjusts the website’s HTML, and adds various behaviors using JavaScript code to make the website operable by the keyboard. This includes the ability to navigate the website using the Tab and Shift+Tab keys, operate dropdowns with the arrow keys, close them with Esc, trigger buttons and links using the Enter key, navigate between radio and checkbox elements using the arrow keys, and fill them in with the Spacebar or Enter key.Additionally, keyboard users will find quick-navigation and content-skip menus, available at any time by clicking Alt+1, or as the first elements of the site while navigating with the keyboard. The background process also handles triggered popups by moving the keyboard focus towards them as soon as they appear, and not allow the focus drift outside of it.Users can also use shortcuts such as “M” (menus), “H” (headings), “F” (forms), “B” (buttons), and “G” (graphics) to jump to specific elements.

Disability profiles supported in our website

• Epilepsy Safe Mode: this profile enables people with epilepsy to use the website safely by eliminating the risk of seizures that result from flashing or blinking animations and risky color combinations.
• Visually Impaired Mode: this mode adjusts the website for the convenience of users with visual impairments such as Degrading Eyesight, Tunnel Vision, Cataract, Glaucoma, and others.
• Cognitive Disability Mode: this mode provides different assistive options to help users with cognitive impairments such as Dyslexia, Autism, CVA, and others, to focus on the essential elements of the website more easily.
• ADHD Friendly Mode: this mode helps users with ADHD and Neurodevelopmental disorders to read, browse, and focus on the main website elements more easily while significantly reducing distractions.
• Blindness Mode: this mode configures the website to be compatible with screen-readers such as JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and TalkBack. A screen-reader is software for blind users that is installed on a computer and smartphone, and websites must be compatible with it.
• Keyboard Navigation Profile (Motor-Impaired): this profile enables motor-impaired persons to operate the website using the keyboard Tab, Shift+Tab, and the Enter keys. Users can also use shortcuts such as “M” (menus), “H” (headings), “F” (forms), “B” (buttons), and “G” (graphics) to jump to specific elements.

Additional UI, design, and readability adjustments

• Font adjustments – users, can increase and decrease its size, change its family (type), adjust the spacing, alignment, line height, and more.
• Color adjustments – users can select various color contrast profiles such as light, dark, inverted, and monochrome. Additionally, users can swap color schemes of titles, texts, and backgrounds, with over 7 different coloring options.
• Animations – epileptic users can stop all running animations with the click of a button. Animations controlled by the interface include videos, GIFs, and CSS flashing transitions.
• Content highlighting – users can choose to emphasize important elements such as links and titles. They can also choose to highlight focused or hovered elements only.
• Audio muting – users with hearing devices may experience headaches or other issues due to automatic audio playing. This option lets users mute the entire website instantly.
• Cognitive disorders – we utilize a search engine that is linked to Wikipedia and Wiktionary, allowing people with cognitive disorders to decipher meanings of phrases, initials, slang, and others.
• Additional functions – we provide users the option to change cursor color and size, use a printing mode, enable a virtual keyboard, and many other functions.

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Paradise Sailing Hawaii

Private boat charters – kailua-kona hawaii private catamaran charter.

Have our beautiful sailing catamaran all to yourselves with a private catamaran charter.  We set sail from Kailua Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii, about 30 minutes south of the Waikoloa Beach Resort area.  Our private boat charters offer a flexible itinerary to create a custom tour that will best suite our guests interests.  Guests can choose from one of our standard private sailing charters and book on-line, or give us a call to arrange a customized private charter tailored to their needs. Ash scattering at sea is also available during any charter at no additional cost.

Popular Private Catamaran Charters:

4 hour private morning catamaran charter.

Spend the morning leisurely sailing, snorkeling & looking for wildlife along the Kona coast.  This tour includes all Snorkel equipment & flotation devices.  Tropical juice, soft drinks, bottled water and individually packaged snacks are provided.  Guests are welcome to bring their own lunch/snacks, or alcoholic beverages if desired. (must be at least 21 years old with a valid photo ID). Click here to see additional photos of our boat.

$1,595 plus tax for up to 8 guests, and $119 plus tax per additional guest. Children 4 and under no charge Our catamaran, Kōlea, is USCG certified to carry up to 24 passengers

CLICK HERE TO CHECK AVAILABILITY OR BOOK ONLINE

*please note, guests wishing to snorkel or swim in the ocean must know how to swim., 3 hour private afternoon snorkel sail.

Enjoy 3 hours of sailing & snorkeling in the afternoon.  Includes all Snorkel equipment & flotation devices. Tropical juice, soft drinks, bottled water and individually packaged snacks are provided.  Guests are also welcome to bring their own additional food or alcoholic beverages if desired. (must be at least 21 years old with a valid photo ID) Click here to see additional photos of our boat.

$1,295 plus tax for up to 8 guests, and $109 plus tax per additional guest. Children 4 and under no charge Our catamaran, Kōlea, is USCG certified to carry up to 24 passengers

2 Hour Private Sunset Sailing Charter

Nothing beats the tranquility of watching the sun set while you sail along the Kona coast on your own private catamaran charter. Tropical juice, soft drinks, bottled water and individually packaged snacks are provided during our Kona sunset cruise . Guests are also welcome to bring their own alcohol or additional food if desired. (must be at least 21 years old with a valid photo ID). This is a sailing only charter (no snorkeling).

$995 plus tax for up to 8 guests, and $99 plus tax per additional guest. Children 4 and under no charge Our catamaran, Kōlea, is USCG certified to carry up to 24 passengers

Personalized private boat charters are available at the same prices as the charters above. Please email us to make arrangements.

Vessel details.

Our 36′ Kurt Hughes designed sailing catamaran, Kōlea, is one of the newest vessels on the big island.  USCG certified to carry up to 24 passengers, her modern design and light weight provide excellent stability, comfort and sailing performance. The comfortable open layout of this purpose built charter catamaran means plenty of deck space for guests and easy access to all parts of the boat.

A large (8′ x 16′) shade top over the main seating area

Clean comfortable restroom facilities

Cushioned seating and custom tables

Nets at the front of the boat for lounging

Spacious open deck layout

• Fresh water shower

Click here to see additional photos of our boat.

Why choose Paradise Sailing Hawaii for your private boat charter?

We pride ourselves on maintaining a well kept, clean and comfortable vessel. When comparing charter companies on the Big Island, we advise you to consider some of the often overlooked factors that can affect your experience on your private charter.

• Is there shade and is it big enough for more than just a few guests?
• Are there decent restroom facilities on board?
• Are there seat cushions or will you be sitting on hard fiberglass the whole time?
• Are there tables for your food or will you be holding your plate on your lap?
• Are there drink holders so you can safely set down your cocktail when you are tired of holding it?
• Can you easily move about the boat without having to crawl on your hands and knees?

Being an owner operated small business, we strive to give our guests the best possible experience we can provide.   Please read our reviews on Trip Advisor to find out how much others have enjoyed sailing with us!

*Please note, for the protection of these beautiful creatures, we do not swim with wild dolphins.  Click Here for more information.

KONA GLASS BOTTOM BOAT TOURS

Explore the historic kailua bay in hawaii in a glass bottom boat.

We will be operating out of the Honokohau Bay August 18th through September 3rd with limited availability during that time. Please check our online calendars or give us a call for more information.

YOUR ECO-TOUR REEF BIG ISLAND BOAT TOURS START HERE

• Most Popular
• User All Ages
• Hour Glass 50 minutes

Glass Bottom Reef Tours

Cruise along the coastline hovering within inches of the Hawaiian coral reef. Enjoy a lively narration as you take in the beauty above and below the ocean’s surface on the Big Island. Book an eco-tour online today!

• Hour Glass 50 min - 4 hours

Hawaii Ash Scattering at Sea

Give your loved one a beautiful send off with an ash scattering at sea. The “Marian” can accommodate up to 24 passengers. You may bring your own flowers, food, and drinks (including alcohol). Click the picture for more information.

• Hour Glass 90 minutes

Private Sunset Glassbottom Boat Cruise

Enjoy a truly unique sunset cruise aboard the Kona glass bottom boat. This private charter departs from the Honokohau Harbor and will start out with a tour along the coast while viewing the reef through the glass bottom windows. Book your tour online!

Private Boat Charters in Kona, Hawaii

Enjoy your own exclusive, private reef tour or use our glass bottom boat for a special occasion. Book your adventure online today!

Kona Glass Bottom Boat Tours

Join us aboard “Marian” Kona’s Glass Bottom Boat. This wooden boat was built on the slopes of Hualālai mountain in the ’90s by founder Capt. Ralph and Jeannie Jewell. The business is still in the family, and is now run by his daughter, Amy, and her husband Dustin.

Marian draws only 2 1/2 feet of water which means it can safely bring guests within inches of the coral reef.

We offer fun, educational, reef tours with an onboard narrator. We also offer private charters including Ash Scatterings at Sea, Private Sunset Charters, and private reef tours. See the links above for more information and book your glass bottom tour in Kona online today!

Have a Five-Star Experience with Kona Glassbottom Boat!

This was so great! We really enjoyed seeing all the fish, the coral and all the knowledge from our guide! I would definitely recommend! Thanks for a great experience!

We really enjoyed this excursion! Our very knowledgeable and personable guide Amy, did a fantastic job explaining everything. Her narrative was informative and well-presented. Lots of room inside the boat, saw many different species of fish and coral. Would highly recommend this tour. We noticed not many people tipped, please consider a tip if you enjoyed the tour, they appreciate it.

Fun and informative little adventure that is well worth the reasonable price. Amy who narrated our tour did a great job educating and explaining what we explored! Nice for all ages.

Thank you so very much for making our trip to spread my papas ashes memorable. Thank you for videoing it so we will always have the time to look back on. I will definitely be recommending you to everyone I know.

Eden was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable and fun. Answered all questions and engaged with my kids when they shared their knowledge. Small tour made it feel personal, and great value for money for the time and expertise.

Lots of fun to see fish with my family, some of whom were uncomfortable scuba diving. The crew was friendly and views incredible.

The boat was very clean, and prepped for our ashes-scattering. Amy was very helpful, and responded to questions I e-mailed her either the same day, or the next. She was very informative, telling us where the boat was going to go, how we could scatter the ashes, and telling us about fish we saw through the glass bottom. The captain was able to get us over reefs that were very close to shore, even with strong currents. Great boat, great weather, great crew. I highly recommend it!

Fantastic. This might not be for people who get sea sick easily, as the waves made it super choppy. But we had fun! Also got a small refund (which we didn’t ask for and were pleasantly surprised by) due to poor visibility in some spots. Highly recommend.

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Four Seasons Resort Hualalai's ocean pool

With postcard-perfect white sand beaches and dramatic black lava fields, luxe rooms, five-star service, and a new, modern steakhouse from superstar chef Tyler Florence, there’s a lot to love about Hawaii’s Four Seasons Resort Hualalai .

King's Pond swimmable aquarium and pool

But the most unique feature of this Big Island resort actually sits below the surface of one of its eight spectacular outdoor pools. The King’s Pond is a one-of-a-kind 1.8-million-gallon saltwater aquarium where guests can swim with 1,000 tropical fish while learning about marine life and conservation.

Hualalai Spa

Read on to learn more about what makes the resort a singular destination on Hawaii’s Kona Coast.

Black lava fields and lush greens at the Jack Nicklaus signature golf course

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Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is located on the northwest Kona Coast of Hawaii’s Big Island, on a half-mile stretch of beach that was once an ancient fishing village.

The resort is about a 10-minute drive from Kona International Airport (KOA)

Ohana Suite Living Area

Number of Rooms & Suites

249: 196 guest rooms, and 53 suites

Superstar chef Tyler Florence helms the resort's new Miller & Lux Hualālai

• Eight spectacular outdoor pools, including kids the King's Pond swimmable aquarium
• A new outpost of chef Tyler Florence’s popular Miller & Lux restaurant
• 46-foot catamaran available exclusively to resort guests for 2+ hour private charters
• Exclusive “Only at Hualalai” experiences
• Sustainable oyster farm and many other environmental initiatives

Architecture and Decór

Low-rise bungalows built in mid-20th-century Hawaiian style line the stunning coastline. Interiors are a sophisticated mix of natural woods and other natural elements layered with clean and contemporary neutrals.

The living area of an oceanfront suite

Rooms & Suites

All of the resort’s guest rooms, suites and villas got a recent refresh, with contemporary interiors that feel light, bright, spacious, and relaxing.

Prime Ocean View King

Guest rooms start at 635 square feet, while suites start at 1050 square feet.

The resort also offers three spectacular villas , which feel private, tranquil, and totally opulent. The suites range from 3,740 to 5,253 square feet, and sleep up to 6, 8, or 10 guests.

The Beach Tree pool

There are eight spectacular outdoor pools — including designated kids, adults, and quiet pools — as well as an ocean pool on the gorgeous beach.

But even with all those options for swimming and lounging, the King's Pond swimmable aquarium steals the show. The 1.8-million-gallon saltwater marine habitat is totally unique to the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai . Marine life lovers of all ages can swim with 1,000 tropical fish from 60 diverse species, including some rescues.

The aquarium and the adjacent Kumu Kai Marine Center are staffed by five on-site marine biologists, who offer interactive programming for kids and adults alike. Budding marine biologists can learn about marine conservation, help out with daily feedings, and snorkel and swim with Kainalu, the resort’s resident eagle ray.

The bar at Miller & Lux Hualālai

The resort boasts a range of top-notch options for dining and drinks, from casual grab-and-go coffee, smoothies, and breakfast burritos at the popular Hualalai Trading Company, to oceanfront cocktails at Beach Tree bar and lounge. A pop-up of Sushi and Robata by ‘Ulu also serves sashimi, nigiri, and robatayaki-style grilled meats and vegetables at tables surrounding the picturesque King’s Pond.

The resort's new Tyler Florence-helmed steakhouse is an outpost of Miller & Lux in San Francisco

But the resort’s newest and buzziest dining option is Miller & Lux Hualāla i — the Hawaiian outpost of celeb chef Tyler Florence’s celebrated steakhouse in San Francisco.

Miller & Lux Hualālai overlooks the 18th hole of Hualalai Golf Course

At this gorgeous open-air pavilion overlooking the 18th green of the adjacent Hualalai Golf Course, Florence showcases signature dishes from the original M&L location, married with local Hawaiian ingredients. Diners can tuck into M&L’s famous 45-day dry-aged wagyu tomahawks and New York strip steaks, tableside Caesar Salad for two, Kauai shrimp cocktail, and steak tartare featuring Big Island beef.

Exclusive experiences include a surfboard designing worksop with longboard champion Bonga Perkins

One-of-a-Kind Experiences

Guests of Four Seasons Resort Hualalai get exclusive access to some truly extraordinary “Only at Hualalai” experiences . Some are activities or tours lasting a few hours, while others are more in-depth itineraries spanning two days.

Options include the Dave Scott triathlon experience, knife-forging with Big Island-born blacksmith Neil Kamimura, freediving with champion spear-fisher and ocean conservationist Kimi Werner, and shaping your own wooden surfboard with longboard champion and surfboard designer, Bonga Perkins.

Punawai Pond sustainable oyster farm

Sustainability Efforts

The resort practices a number of impressive sustainability initiatives , from water conservation measures to the elimination of single-use plastics (including water bottles and bathroom amenities), and the planting of 50,000 indigenous koa trees in partnership with Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative.

On the culinary front, guests can tour the on-site herb garden as well as the new sustainable oyster pond, where the bivalves are harvested along with amberjack and shrimp found on the resort’s menus. In fact, more than 75% of their food and beverage ingredients are sourced from 160+ local farms, fisheries, and other purveyors.

A couple's treatment room at the spa

Who It’s Best For

• Ocean lovers
• Spa-seekers
• Budding marine biologists of any age

The 18-hole Jack Nicklaus–signature championship course winds over 7,100 yards

Other Notable Services & Amenities

• Water sport options including canoeing, paddle boarding, boating, snorkeling, scooter snorkeling, and deep-sea fishing
• 3 pickleball courts and 7 tennis courts
• World-class Jack Nicklaus signature golf course
• Kids for All Seasons programs, and Ka Hui programs for teens
• Ka'ūpūlehu Cultural Center with classes and exhibits led by Hawaiian cultural specialists and historians

Mauna Loa lava flow on the Big Island's Kona Coast

What’s Nearby

• About 7 miles from Kona International Airport (KOA)
• Less than 20 minutes from the boutiques of Kings’ Shops
• A 30-minute drive from the city of Kailua-Kona

For more information or to book a stay, visit Four Seasons Resort Hualalai .

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