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Snorkel at Two Steps, next to the Place of Refuge National Park See the beautiful turtles in their natural environment. No touching! Try one of our famous black sand beaches, formed from crushed lava. Go for a boat ride, or a sunset cruise. or gaze at the Queen Mary II in Kailua Bay when she visits Go to a Luau - eat hearty and watch the fun Shop at the Farmers Markets.... and choose wine from our  Wine Market and gifts to go from the Marketplaces Swim where dolphins have their home Find ancient petroglyphs Explore hidden byways Explore the Volcano See the cracks in the earth Try a natural sauna from a steam vent Bathe in the "Queens Bath"... Search for the many waterfalls... And even see snow! Yes, snow in Hawaii, on Mauna Kea summit, home of the famous observatories.  Four-wheel drive tours take you to the top.... Home  |  Vacation Home Amenities  |  Guest Testimonials

and for those of us who LIVE in Kona, here is a view of where we escape to.....  my "off the grid" cabin in Hamakua with its private waterfall .....