The Alika 2 Slide a few miles off the coast drops away to great depths, offering world class sport fishing, just miles off shore. The coastal waters on the west side of the Big Island also tend to be fairly gentle and dotted with small white sand beaches, making for great snorkeling, beach activities and water sports. There are many active and historical coffee farms to visit and taste a cup for yourself. Kona coffee has become famous worldwide for its rich, yet smooth taste. The rich soil and moderate leeward climate make for perfect farming and coffee growing conditions. Daytime highs range from 81☏ to 87☏ with average lows being 68☏-75☏. Being situated under the protective mass of Hualālai and Mauna Loa volcanoes means that the weather in Kona is very consistent and quite temperate.
There are areas named Kona on several Hawaiian islands, so you will notice that the Big Island’s Kona is referred to as Kailua Kona when speaking about the town. In ancient times, Kona was the name of the leeward district on each major island. In the Hawaiian language, kona means “leeward,” or dry side of the island. Based on historical behavior, Hualālai could erupt again within the next century. Hualālai last erupted in 1801 and has been relatively quiet since then, but is still considered active. The volcano reaches 8,271 feet above sea level and is thought to have risen from the ocean about 300,000 years ago.
Kona is nestled on the slopes of Hualālai, the 3rd youngest of the five volcanoes on the Big Island of Hawaii. Lined with lava fields, coffee farms, and some of Hawaii’s most beautiful coastline, a drive through Kona provides a relaxed atmosphere, tropical luxury and family-friendly attractions alike. The Kona District of Hawaii stretches a diverse, and expansive 60 miles along the Big Island’s sunny western coast.
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