Kona Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour | Clark’s Hawaii Tours

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Enjoy the Spectacular Kona Coast on Our Kona Hop on Hop off Tour!

Get ready for one of the best Kona tours around on our 7-mile scenic Kona Coast Tour and immerse yourself in the captivating history of the birthplace and playground of the kings! We’ve got an exciting itinerary lined up for you, including amazing stops like the picturesque Magic Black Sand Beach, vibrant shopping areas, fascinating historic sights and the incredible snorkel beach (Kahalu’u Beach) – check out our Snorkel Express Package in the tabs below for more info!

You’ll tread the ancient trail of the Ali’i, the magnificent kings of ancient Hawaii, and discover where these noble rulers lived and played. Your guide will keep you entertained with live narration, sharing intriguing stories about the local history while you soak in the breathtaking natural beauty of this unique area!

The best part is that on our Hop On and Hop Off Kona Tour, you can explore at your own pace, freely hopping on and off the tour bus as many times as you like throughout the day. We’ve carefully selected seven incredible places of interest along Kona coast’s vibrant and picturesque ocean-side road, ensuring you have an unforgettable experience.

We guarantee you’ll create lasting memories and immerse yourself in the wonders that await you!

Why Choose This Tour?

We travel along the “Historic Kona Coast” in one hour or hop on & off whenever you desire - it’s up to you!

Stop by the Keauhou Shopping Center, a one stop shop including a bookstore, post office, plenty of shopping opportunities, food, CVS, art gallery and a lot more!

Experience the best snorkelling and swim with sea turtles & tropical fish at Kahalu’u beach

Take advantage of the free wifi at Ali’i Garden Marketplace as well as shop, eat & enjoy the aloha at a peaceful garden market, and don’t forget to taste and buy 100% Kona coffee!

Swing by the farmers’ market to stock up on souvenirs, fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers!

Visit Coconut Grove, an alehouse with food & shops right across Kailua Bay!

Get to know the first Christian church built in Hawaii & enjoy the historic palace tour at Hulihe’e Palace & Mokuaikaua Church!

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Trip Details

Price

$35 per person

Departure time

Every 30 minutes on the hour and 1/2 hour, beginning at 9:30am.

Please keep in mind that departure times are based on the arrival and departure schedules of cruise ships. Refer to the booking schedule for the most up-to-date information.

Meeting point

Departures start at the Kailua Pier and end there too. The times for starting and finishing can change depending on the ship schedule, typically initiating at 9:30 am.

Availability

Year-round, available on cruise ship days only

Duration

7-mile loop is one hour without hopping off

Group size

Minimum: 1
Maximum: 75

Included

Narrated 7-mile loop along the Kona Coast with options to hop off at up to 7 locations

Not included

Water
Food
Snorkel gear

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sun hat
Sunblock
Water
Cash for incidentals and driver tip
Swimsuit
Towel
Snorkel gear if you plan to get in the water or snorkel

Uncover Kona's Hidden Gems: Explore on Interactive Map!

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Keauhou Shopping Center – Keauhou Shopping Center

If you’re looking to venture beyond the resort and experience some local flavor while grabbing a few essentials, visit the Keauhou Shopping Center. With a mix of local boutiques, national retailers, unique shops, and a variety of restaurants and services, it’s the perfect spot for both residents and visitors to explore and enjoy.

Bookstore, Post office, shopping, food, CVS pharmacy, Art Gallery & a lot more.

Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Kahalu’u Beach – Kahalu’u Beach

A sheltered cove with an abundance of fish. This is a great snorkeling spot for beginners., Swim with sea turtles & tropical fish. Park facilities including outdoor showers and bathrooms. [ADA Accessible and public restrooms]. See “Snorkel Express” Package

Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Magic Sands Beach – Magic Sands Beach

(La’aloa Beach} – white sandy beach with rocky shoreline. It’s magic (or “disappearing sands”) because several times each year the sand gets washed out by the tides, leaving exposed black lava rock. Best for boogie boarding or swimming. [ADA Accessible, Restrooms]

Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Alii Garden Market Place- Alii Garden Market Place

Free wifi, shop, eat & enjoy the aloha at a peaceful garden market. Taste and buy 100% Kona coffee.

Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Farmers Market- Farmers Market

Souvenirs, fresh fruit, vegetables & flowers.

Operating Hours:
- Monday to Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday to Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Hulihe’e Palace & Mokuaikaua Church- Hulihe’e Palace & Mokuaikaua Church

The first Christian church built in Hawaii & enjoy the historic palace tour.

Operating Hours:
- Monday to Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Sunday: Closed

What You’ll See & Do

Travel our 7-mile scenic Kona Coast and take in the local history of the birthplace and playground of the kings! Stops include snorkel beach (Kahalu’u Beach), Magic Black Sand Beach, shopping areas and historic sights.

Experience the ancient trail of the Ali’i (Kings) of ancient Hawaii where the royalty lived and played. Enjoy a live narration from your tour guide and take in the natural Hawaiian beauty of this unique area.

We’ve saved the best for last! You get to hop on and hop off as many times as you want throughout your day as you explore seven places of interest along Kona Clark’s exciting and beautiful ocean side road – the perfect backdrop for the ultimate aloha experience!

The first 30 minutes is a guided narration of Hawaiian culture and info on the various Hop on/off stops. The second half of the loop is 7 stops.

Important Info

No food or drinks are included on this tour nor is bringing and eating your own food allowed while on the bus. Due to this we highly recommend all of our guests eat prior to going on the tour.

Drinking water is allowed but you must bring your own water.

It will come as no surprise to all that Hawaii is a sunny place, so we also highly encourage wearing sun protection, a sun hat as well as comfortable shoes to provide the most comfortable experience, sans the sunburn!

The entire tour is a seven-mile loop, which is an hour without hopping off.

The first 30 minutes is a guided narration of Hawaiian culture and information on the various hop on/off stops. The second half of the loop is a total of 7 stops.

If you choose to hop off, your driver will inform you where and when to be there to hop back on.

The Kahalu'u Beach Snorkel Express Package

Swim with Giant Sea Turtles & Colorful Tropical Fish

Includes: Snorkel Gear & Round Trip Transportation to “Kahalu’u Beach”
Includes: All Day Hop On and Hop Off Shuttle

Call: 1-808-582-0400 for more information!

BEST DEAL IN TOWN!!
Standard Package Includes:
• Round Trip Transportation to Kahalu’u Beach from Clark’s Hawaii Tours, pick up bus from Kailua Pier
• Snorkel Rentals (mask, fin, snorkel – details provided upon booking)

Snorkeling Kahalu’u Beach in Kona is a fun and safe way to experience Clark’s Hawaii fabulous underwater world. It is easy to do and fun for all ages and skill levels. Fun for the whole family. Come on out and give it a try.

Snorkel with giant sea turtles and colorful tropical fish at one of the best snorkel beaches in the state of Hawaii. Experience Hawaii Clark’s undersea world up close. Kahalu’u Beach Park is a great place to snorkel because it is protected by an outer reef that blocks waves from reaching the shore. It is also fairly shallow in most places which allows for an easy introduction to snorkeling. Besides being fun and safe Kahalu’u Beach Park has an amazing variety of fish and marine life. Swim with the fish and enjoy this great outdoors activity.

Our tour bus drops you off right at the beach park. We’ll arrange for you to rent snorkel gear and then you can snorkel and enjoy all the underwater sights that Kahalu’u Beach Park has to offer.

Kahaluu Beach Park also features lifeguards, fresh water showers, restrooms, shaded picnic tables, a sandy beach area, and a snack wagon. It is one of the most popular swimming and snorkeling sites in all of Kona. The sand is salt-and-pepper colored and features many shady trees. There is also a sandy entrance to the water for swimmers and snorkelers. A perfect place for first timers and seasoned veterans alike.

Prices subject to change without notice.

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