ENJOY A TOUR OF SOUTH KONA
AND ITS MANY HISTORICAL SITES
Historical Park & Snorkel
Enjoy an immersion into Hawaiian culture at Puʻuhonua O Honaunau national historical park then cool off at “two-steps” snorkel spot. South of Kona, take Route 160 to the ocean, when you reach Puʻuhonua Road take a right. Enjoy a view of the historic Kealakekua Bay then head further south along the coast to Puʻuhonua O Honaunau Park. The park was once home of royal grounds and a place of refuge during war times. Explore the sacred grounds where you will find the Great Wall, Hawaiian games, a sacred temple (heiau) and wooden statues of Gods. If you remembered your snorkel gear, walk out of the parking lot and take your 1st left back down to the ocean. Almost directly in front of you, conveniently carved into the lava reef you will find the ‘two-steps’ that lead you into the ocean. This special spot is home to some of the best snorkeling waters in Hawaii.
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