Kona Tour: Bee Farm, Kona Coffee, and National Historical Parks

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Puu Honua O Honaunau National Historical Park — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Big Island Bee Farm — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover the history, beauty and culture of the Big Island on this half day tour of the Kona coast. See sacred Hawaiian temples and ancient petroglyphs at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park, and walk to Honokohau Beach to spot native wildlife. Admire scenic views of Kealakekua Bay, and go on a walking tour of Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, considered a sacred site. You’ll also visit a bee farm and coffee plantation for tastings at both, plus lunch. Numbers are limited to 12 to ensure you enjoy a small-group experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–13
Guide: English
Operated by: Wasabi Tours Hawaii

Ages: Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional and Certified Guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Admission fees: Admission fee
Included: Kona and Kohala Area Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Picnic Style Lunch and Snacks
Included: Honey and coffee tastings

Not included

Not included: Tour Guide Gratuities / Tips

Itinerary

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

40 min

abundant sea life attracted settlements for centuries. Learn about the amazing handmade fishponds and seawalls along the beach, and walk along a trail to sacred temples and petroglyphs. You might even spot a sea turtle or monk seal on the salt and pepper sands.
Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park

one hour Admission included

Set out for a narrated walking tour at Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park to learn how Hawaiians who had broken an ancient kapu (law) could flee to this seaside location to be absolved by a priest.
Bay View Farm

1 h 20 min Admission included

Walk through the orchards and learn about the harvesting and milling process, and sample a warm cup of Kona-grown java. Enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking Kealakekua Bay
Kealakekua Bay

15 min

Enjoy the scenic view and hear about the fascinating story of Captain James Cook’s arrival at Kealakekua Bay.
Big Island Bees

one hour Admission included

Ride along the rugged volcanic coastline to Big Island Bees, which has been producing organic honey since 1972. After a presentation from a beekeeper, get a close-up look at a hive and sample some of their sweet island nectar.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings' Land Waikoloa
Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Kailua Kona
Royal Sea Cliff Kona By OUTRIGGER
Royal Kona Resort
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Aston Kona By The Sea

and 3 more pickup points

We can pick up from Kona Pier for this tour. This tour is suitable for cruise ship guests.

In addition, we pick up from all major hotels and resorts in Kona and the Kohala Coast. If you are staying at a vacation rental in Kona, you will be directed to the nearest hotel for pickup. If you are staying at a vacation rental in Kohala Coast, you will be directed to one of the locations below to be picked up,

The back parking lot by the two yellow umbrellas at Queens' Marketplace in Waikoloa

Foodland Farms at The Shops at Mauna Lani

The supplier will send you a confirmation email with the exact pickup location and time. Please call the supplier if you didn't receive an email.

Using your ticket

Good covered walking shoes required.

Minimum 4 and maximum 10 group size. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

The exact pickup time and location will be advised on reconfirmation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.