Hawaii
Kohala Coast Backcountry Tour
About The Tour
Located on the northernmost tip of Big Island, the Kohala Coast features lush, green coastline and tree-line hills. With Shaka Guide, you’ll go on a short loop drive through this unique corner of the island stopping at historic sites, beaches and hikes along the way. Here are just a few ...
Show MoreHere are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Hike the Pololu Trail
• Visit a massive ancient Hawaiian temple
• Explore the artsy town of Hawi
• Visit the Cowboy town of Waimea
• Stop at a statue of King Kamehameha
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Recommended Start Time: 10:00 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): Waikoloa
Direction: Clockwise
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Sample Tour Audio
Intro to Pu'ukohola Heiau
Lapakahi State Historical Park
Hawi Town & Things to Do
Tour Stops
Pololu Valley Hike
Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site
Lapakahi State Historical Park
Statue of King Kamehameha I
Hawi Town
Kamehameha Rock
Kohala Mountain Scenic Lookout Point
Waimea Town
Anna Ranch - Waimea
Waimea Nature Park (Ulu La'au)
Parker Ranch - Waimea
Customer Reviews
Fantastic Big Island Audio Tour
This GPS audio tour of the Big Island was the perfect companion as we spent a few days touring the northern coast, Hilo, Mauna Kea, and the southern coast of the island. I loved the informational facts and really enjoyed the Hawaiian music. The narrators voice was very easy to listen to and we liked the optional side trips off the beaten path. I would definitely recommend these tours to anyone looking for a self paced, scenic drive through this beautiful state.
K8Walks | 3 weeks ago | iOSShaka required for exploring!
I can’t rave enough about SHAKA guide. We have used Shaka for Maui, THE BIG ISLAND, Kauai, Yosemite, Sequia National Park, and Kings Canyon. The audio tour genuinely makes 8-10 hour exploring trips worth every minute. I have kids that are 8 and 10 years old, they love Shaka too. We landed in Kona and immediately turned on Shaka to start our Hawaiian vacation. It blows my mind that people still walk up to the ranger desk and ask what they should see when visiting a national park. All you need is Shaka! Can’t recommend enough!
Robin Barker Fox | 1 month ago | iOSGreat experience
If you like traveling off the beaten path and seeing sights that the locals know, this is the app to use! Loved the north Big Island experience so much we canceled our chartered tours and downloaded 2 of the other Shaka guides. Fun adventure exploring the island at our own pace. Skipped parts we weren’t interested in and explored off road experiences that intrigued us. Really enjoyed the entire tour!!!
mpls08 | 1 month ago | iOSWhere is the Kohala Coast?
Kohala Coast is located on the northwest coast of Hawaii's Big Island. It’s known for its luxury resorts, beautiful beaches, historic spots, and lava landscapes. Explore this unique corner of the Big Island on Shaka Guide’s Kohala Coast Backcountr...
Show MoreWhere is the Kohala Coast?
Kohala Coast is located on the northwest coast of Hawaii's Big Island. It’s known for its luxury resorts, beautiful beaches, historic spots, and lava landscapes. Explore this unique corner of the Big Island on Shaka Guide’s Kohala Coast Backcountry Tour.
How to get to Kohala Coast?
From Kona International Airport, the Kohala Coast is about 40 miles and 50 minutes away. On Shaka Guide’s Kohala Coast Backcountry Tour, you’ll make a clockwise loop along the coast starting and ending in Waikoloa.
Show MoreHow to get to Kohala Coast?
From Kona International Airport, the Kohala Coast is about 40 miles and 50 minutes away. On Shaka Guide’s Kohala Coast Backcountry Tour, you’ll make a clockwise loop along the coast starting and ending in Waikoloa.
What to do on the Kohala Coast?
The Koahal Coast may be small, but it packs a lot in! This historic corner of the Big Island features Puukohola Heiau, Lapakahi State Park, Polulu Valley, and Waimea Town - all stops on Shaka Guide’s Kohala Coast Backcountry Tour.
Show MoreWhat to do on the Kohala Coast?
The Koahal Coast may be small, but it packs a lot in! This historic corner of the Big Island features Puukohola Heiau, Lapakahi State Park, Polulu Valley, and Waimea Town - all stops on Shaka Guide’s Kohala Coast Backcountry Tour.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
- Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let's explore together.
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