Big Island – Kohala Coast & Backcountry Driving Tour

Durations- 2 days (approx.)
Languages- English
Address- Waikoloa Village, HI, USA

Go on a short drive around the Big Island's Kohala Coast. See the beautiful green coastline, through tree-lined rolling hills, and down the scenic Kohala Mountain road towards Waimea Town. Shaka Guide is your local guide with turn-by-turn directions, information on what to do & see, and a ton of fun stories. Rated the #1 best GPS tour app for Hawaii with over 6,000+ raving reviews and 200,000+ downloads!! Why you need it: ? You don't need service because you can download the tours & use them offline ? Much cheaper than a tour bus at only $9.99 for lifetime access ? Save time planning your trip because we have the best stops lined up ? Freedom to stop and go as you please, unlike a tour bus where you are confined to the pre-determined route (no fun!) ? Hear cool and fun stories along the way (and some corny joke's that might make you laugh) *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

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What To Expect

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Day 1 – Kohala Coast & Backcountry Driving Tour – Start in Hilo



Pu’ukohola Heiau

Get a chance to see a very culturally important Heiau for both the legendary King Kamehameha, and Hawaii.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lapakahi State Historical Park

Dive a little deeper into how ancient Hawaiians once lived!

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Original King Kamehameha Statue

Find a bronze statue of King Kamehameha – one of three of King Kamehameha statues erected to honor his legacy.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

As Hawi Turns

Explore Hawi town, along with the neighboring Kapa’au – both are bustling communities of migrant sugar cane workers, back in the day.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Pololu Valley Lookout

Head up to Polulu Valley Lookout. Experience stunning views of the valley and coastline, with a vertical drop of nearly 1000ft!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kohala Mountain Road

See the best panoramic views from Waimea to Kailua-Kona! Also, this is the one of the perfect spots to watch sunsets in Big Island!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Waimea Town Market

Visit Waimea’s Best Farmers’ Market. Fresh Local Produce, Delicious Foods, Artisan Wares and more!!

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Day 2 – Kohala Coast & Backcountry Driving Tour



Waimea Town Market

Visit Waimea’s Best Farmers’ Market. Fresh Local Produce, Delicious Foods, Artisan Wares and more!!

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Get Started Easily: ‘ Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. ‘ Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. ‘ Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. ‘ Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
Begin Your Journey: ‘ Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. ‘ Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. ‘ Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
Why Choose Our Audio Tour: ‘ Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle’no per-person fees! ‘ Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. ‘ Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
Top Features: ‘ Hands-Free: The tour works automatically – GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. ‘ Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. ‘ Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
Private and Personalized: ‘ Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. ‘ Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
The Ultimate Guided Tour: ‘ Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. ‘ Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
What Our Users Say: ‘ ‘A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.’ ‘ ‘Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!’
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Offline map of the entire island
Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
Freedom to explore at your own pace
Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
Tours NEVER expire
Take the tour when you want
Tour Start is Customizable

Exclude

Crowded group tour
Meals & Refreshments
Entrance Fees

Max group – 15