Charter Boats: Whether it’s scuba diving, snorkeling, watching whales or watching sunsets, Ocean Sports offers a variety of narrated tours along the protected Kohala Coast waters, from a simple Glass Bottom Boat ride to a Wedding and Vow Rehearsal cruise.  Location: Anaehoomalu Beach at the Ocean Sports booth. Hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily to arrange tours on site.  Or contact them at (888) 724-5924 ext. 103 or (808) 886-6666 ext. 103, or at information@hawaiioceansports.com.  See summary of sail cruises, big-fish charters and other Ocean Adventures.     

 

Dolphin Quest: Watch, swim and play with dolphins guided by marine experts at the Hilton Waikoloa Village. The hotel offers a range of programs for people of all ages, from a one-on-one Sea Quest encounter to a kids’ Twilight Adventure camp. You will also learn about the behaviors, habitats and history of these intelligent animals.  Call (800) 248-3316; from Hawaii (808) 886-7030. Email: dghawaii@dolphinquest.org.  See the complete list of dolphin programs at the Hilton's Resort Activities page.    

Luaus: Two fascinating Polynesian shows are accessible within Waikoloa Beach Resort, each offering traditional Hawaiian feasts. Experience the Waikoloa Beach Marriott’s Royal Luau Sundays and Wednesdays beginning at 5 p.m. Call (808) 886-6789 or (800) 228-9290.  The Hilton Waikoloa Village offers Legends of the Pacific Tuesdays and Fridays at 5:30 in the hotel's Kamehameha Court area.  Call (808) 886-1234 or (800) HILTONS.   

Movies Under the Stars: Catch a free outdoor movie at dusk on Fridays at the Queens’ Marketplace Coronation Pavilion.  Movies are selected based on a certain theme each month.  No reservations are required.  Call (877) WAIKOLOA for more information.

Hiking Trails: Take a walk down Hawaii’s past along the old Kings’ Trail (also called Mamalahoa Trail), where you’ll see thousands of ancient rock inscriptions called petroglyphs. This narrow, rugged lava trail runs through what was once a populated village. Some informative signs are posted along the way. You can also take a one-hour, specially guided Petroglyph Tour of the Kings' Trail. Meet the instructor at the Kings' Shops center stage at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays through Sundays.  Explore a range of South Kohala hiking trails featuring distinct natural and cultural interests.  

Tennis: Tennis courts are available at the Kohala Tennis facility within the Hilton Waikoloa Village. The courts and a tennis pro shop are located in a lovely garden setting inside the hotel's Kohala Spa area. A visitor's fee is charged to use the courts, based on availability.  Call (808) 886-2828 or email info@kohalaspa.com.  The Shores at Waikoloa vacation condo property has two tennis courts.