7 days in Kailua-Kona Itinerary

Thanks to its favorable location near a mountain range blocking the northeasterly trade winds, Kailua-Kona gets little rainfall, allowing adventure seekers and nature lovers a chance to enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year.

Step out of the city life by going to Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area and Akaka Falls State Park. Shop till you drop at Hilo Farmers Market and Big Island Bees. Change things up with these side-trips from Kailua-Kona: Hilo (Liliuokalani Gardens & Rainbow Falls), Puukohola National Historic Park (in Kawaihae) and Waikoloa Beach Resort (in Waikoloa). Spend a day outdoors on the 16th (Sat) with Big Island Buggy. There's much more to do: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and kick back and relax at Kahaluu Beach.

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June in Kailua-Kona sees daily highs of 85°F and lows of 74°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.