Excursion Kona gold coast and cloud forest tour at Kailua Kona

Experience the stunning natural splendour and history of Kona during this panoramic, half-day hiking excursion.

Kona, Mount Hualalai, Cloud Forest, Ferns, Bamboo, Flora & Fauna, Birds, Forest Eco-System

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-miinute drive to the slopes of Mount Hualalai to an endangered cloud forest. Upon arrival, take a guided hike under a canopy of approximately 30-foot tall (about 9.1-metre-tall) ferns, bamboo, and ohia (flowering evergreen trees), and learn about the endemic tropical flora and fauna, bird species, and forest eco-system.

Kaloko Honokohau National Historical Park, Ancient Temples, Petroglyphs, Sea Turtles, Whales

Next, re-board your coach and head to the Kaloko Honokohau National Historical Park. Upon arrival, take a guided hiking trek en route to some ancient temples, and see petroglyphs carved by the native Hawaiians who once lived here. From here, walk towards the sandy shore where fisherman stored their stocks of fish in traps and ponds, and from where Hawaiian green sea turtles, the very rare Hawaiian monk seal, dolphins, and whales may be spotted.

Coffee Plantation, Guided Tour & Kona Coffee Tasting

Leaving Kaloko Honokohau National Historical Park, your final stop is at an award-winning coffee plantation. Upon arrival, discover why coffee is always top of mind in Kona during a guided walking tour of the plantation. During your guided tour, see coffee growing on the trees and learn about the various coffee-producing steps and processes, all of which happen right here on the plantation. Following of the tour, proceed for a tasting of their special brew. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Kona, Cloud Forest, Trees, Flora, Birds, Kaloko Honokohau National Historical Park, Ancient Temples & Petroglyphs, Marine Life, Coffee Farm, Tour & Tasting

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking and standing for approximately one mile (about 1.6 kilometers), at times over uneven, cobblestone, sandy, gravel, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and five-10 steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests with a fear of heights, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilize a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with long shorts/pants and mandatory closed-toe shoes. Bring sun protection, insect repellent, a sweater or light jacket, bottled water, and US Dollars or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least five years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary.