Kahaluu Beach Park

Overview

Kahalu'u Beach Park is a popular snorkeling and swimming spot located on the Kona Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. The park offers a beautiful sandy beach and clear waters teeming with marine life.

Kahalu'u Beach Park is known for its excellent snorkeling conditions and is a great place to see a variety of marine life, including sea turtles and tropical fish.

Snorkeling Swimming Picnicking

Location

Address

Kailua-Kona, Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

Neighborhood: Kona Coast

Coordinates

19.617700, -155.982900

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

tuesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

wednesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

thursday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

saturday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

sunday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

calmer waters and fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

warm and pleasant

• clear waters

summer

hot and dry

• whale watching

autumn

hot and dry

• clear waters

winter

warmer and humid

• holiday decorations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Check weather conditions
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Respect marine life

What to Bring

essential

swimwear towel sunscreen

seasonal

rain jacket warm layers

not allowed

glass containers drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• strong currents
• sharp coral

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

USD

Typical Costs

parking $5

snorkel gear rental $20

food $15

souvenirs $10

Dress Code

swimwear, comfortable sandals, water shoes, stiletto heels

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• online tour operators
• 24 hours
• not applicable

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Kona Beaches

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Tide info, Tour guides

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Kona International Airport

Distance: 20 km

Travel Time: 25 minutes

taxi

$30 25 min

public_transport

$2 40 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

bus

$2 15 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic and cultural significance

Historical Significance: Ancient fishing grounds

Insider Tips

Free parking early morning
Best food at nearby food trucks

Local Recommendations

• Try local shave ice
• Ask for guide Mark

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Aloha

thank_you Mahalo

where_is Inahea

how_much Pehea nui

beautiful Nani

ticket Tikeki

Guide Languages: English, Hawaiian

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Beach entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Great beach shot

#beachlife

Photography Rules

allowed areas beach areas

prohibited areas restricted zones

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy allowed with permit

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park

Distance: 10 km

Walking: 2 hours

Type: Historical Park

Kona Coffee Living History Farm

Distance: 15 km

Walking: 3 hours

Type: Coffee Farm

Reviews

4.7

Based on 5,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit early"
"Bring snorkel gear"
"See sea turtles"

Contact Information

+1 (808) 323-4441

info@konalife.com

www.konalife.com/kahaluu-beach-park

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