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Big Island Kona Coast Self-Guided Audio Tour

TourTruth score 6.7 out of 10

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  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • 2 days
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore the Kona coast at your own pace with GPS directions, offline audio, and stories about Hawaiian history and local highlights.

About this tour

Set your own pace along the Kona coast with a self-guided audio drive from North Kona toward Puʻuhonua and back. This Big Island Kona Coast self-guided audio tour pairs GPS directions with stories that bring the island’s history and landscapes to life.

Start in Waikoloa or Kailua-Kona, then follow turn-by-turn directions as narration plays automatically. Hear about King Kamehameha, Captain Cook, and ancient Hawaiian rituals while discovering suggested stops, activities, and restaurants. The offline map and audio let you explore without relying on a live connection once the tour has been downloaded. Pause whenever you like to visit coastal sights, browse local recommendations, or make time for snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay and Two-Step.

Plan for about 4–6 hours, and download and redeem the tour in the Shaka Guide app before you arrive. Attraction admission and parking are separate, so check costs and opening hours before setting out. Choose your starting point, take the drive at your own speed, and experience the Kona coast with Big Island Kona Coast self-guided audio tour.

Highlights

  • Follow a flexible driving route from North Kona to Puʻuhonua and back
  • Hear stories about King Kamehameha, Captain Cook, and ancient Hawaiian rituals
  • Explore at your own pace with GPS-guided directions and automatic narration
  • Find island highlights, activities, and restaurant recommendations
  • Use the offline map and narration after downloading the tour

What's included

Included

  • Self-guided audio tour
  • Offline map of the entire island
  • Turn-by-turn GPS directions
  • Automatically playing audio narration with stories, travel tips, and music
  • Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
  • Flexible start time and customizable tour start
  • Tour access that never expires

Not included

  • Meals and refreshments
  • Private transportation
  • Admission fees, parking fees, and other costs at attractions

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Important information

  • Start the tour in Waikoloa or Kailua-Kona
  • The drive south from Kailua to Puʻuhonua and back has narration in one direction only, counterclockwise
  • Allow about 4–6 hours; a start before 9 a.m. is recommended
  • A smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app is required
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  • Download the app and redeem the tour before arrival; strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is needed for the download
  • Enable location services (GPS) on your device
  • Secure any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
  • Wheelchair accessible; transportation and all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; infants must sit on an adult’s lap, and specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals are allowed; suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park costs $20 per car or $10 per motorcycle, valid for 7 days
  • Visitors must pay to park at Kahaluʻu Beach
  • The Painted Church is free to enter; donations are welcome. Open Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
  • Kona Coffee Living History Farm self-guided tour costs $20 for adults and $10 for children; open Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
  • Big Island Bees offers paid guided tours; check its website for current hours and pricing
  • Bring snorkel and swim gear for Kealakekua Bay and Two-Step

Frequently asked questions

How long does the tour take?

Allow about 4–6 hours. Starting before 9 a.m. is recommended.

Where can I start the tour?

You can start in Waikoloa or Kailua-Kona.

Does the tour work offline?

Yes. Download the tour and offline map in advance; GPS location services must be enabled.

What do I need before starting?

A smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app is required. Download the app and redeem the tour before arrival.

Are attraction fees included?

No. Admission, parking, and other attraction costs are paid separately.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.17 from 6 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.7.

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