Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Makalawena March 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Makalawena](https://expedia.ca/Makalawena-Hotels.d11862.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Makalawena Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Makalawena.d11862.Car-Rental-Guide)[Makalawena Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Makalawena.d11862.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Makalawena, HI ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Makalawena Types of activities [Makalawena travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Makalawena.dx11862) ![Kua Bay showing a sandy beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160385/11a19e35-d269-456e-8139-b76fa5933cfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kua Bay showing a sandy beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160385/11a19e35-d269-456e-8139-b76fa5933cfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kua Bay featuring a beach, swimming and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160385/868b2b2f-5c40-480e-9150-584f674e71fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kua Bay which includes a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160385/84d46ab4-038c-431c-8762-810125d8c390.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![After a very bad road of 2 miles in between lava fields, you get tovthid amazing black sand beach, with nearly no-one, just a few turtles 🐢](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000186518/3ad1a807-c64b-4567-8454-a9cae430361e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Makalawena Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Makalawena has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Makalawena is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Makalawena to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_11862) ## Recommended things to do in Makalawena | Number of things to do | 92 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Best of Big Island: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii](/things-to-do/hawaii-big-island-self-guided-driving-tour.a5011850.activity-details): CA $24 | | Top 5 things to do | [Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel](/things-to-do/big-island-manta-ray-night-snorkel.a1392689.activity-details)[Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch](/things-to-do/big-island-captain-cook-snorkel-on-a-power-catamaran-with-lunch.a4001448.activity-details)[Zip & Dip Waterfall Adventure](/things-to-do/zip-dip-waterfall-adventure.a480429.activity-details)[Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkelling with Manta Rays](/things-to-do/guaranteed-manta-ray-night-snorkel.a1393120.activity-details)[Whale Watching On The Big Island](/things-to-do/whale-watching-on-the-big-island.a1393605.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel](/things-to-do/big-island-manta-ray-night-snorkel.a1392689.activity-details)[Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkelling with Manta Rays](/things-to-do/guaranteed-manta-ray-night-snorkel.a1393120.activity-details)[Whale Watching On The Big Island](/things-to-do/whale-watching-on-the-big-island.a1393605.activity-details)[Kalaoa: Big Island and Kona Midday Whale Watching Tour](/things-to-do/kona-kalaoa-midday-whale-watching-tour.a48085080.activity-details)[Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona](/things-to-do/hawaiian-salt-farm-tour.a4114744.activity-details) | | With kids | [Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel](/things-to-do/big-island-manta-ray-night-snorkel.a1392689.activity-details)[Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch](/things-to-do/big-island-captain-cook-snorkel-on-a-power-catamaran-with-lunch.a4001448.activity-details)[Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkelling with Manta Rays](/things-to-do/guaranteed-manta-ray-night-snorkel.a1393120.activity-details)[Whale Watching On The Big Island](/things-to-do/whale-watching-on-the-big-island.a1393605.activity-details)[Captain Cook Reef Snorkelling of Kealakekua Bay](/things-to-do/captain-cook-kealakekua-bay-reef-snorkelling.a46746157.activity-details) | ## What to do in Makalawena --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Makalawena ![Kailua Pier featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965066/99e32530-c24c-4477-bb66-01cc6dee85aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kailua Pier After visiting Kailua Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kailua-Kona. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the snorkeling spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Kailua-Pier-Historic-Kailua-Village.d553248621526965066.Vacation-Attraction) ![Magic Sands Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287814/4e6bd2f9-613c-42d8-99f1-7576ec23a1b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magic Sands Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Magic Sands Beach during your travels in Kailua-Kona? [](https://expedia.ca/Magic-Sands-Beach-Kahaluu-Keauhou.d6287814.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kahalu\'u Beach Park featuring rugged coastline, surfing and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125342/fb5b0155-4903-4b54-a07f-adadad186cac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kahalu'u Beach Park Snorkel with tropical fish and swim with sea turtles at this great dive location. [](https://expedia.ca/Kahaluu-Beach-Park-Kahaluu-Bay.d6125342.Vacation-Attraction) ![A weathered statue of the Hawaii god Ku. Ku is the god of war and prosperity.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626247204242641/6cea80f5-0dcd-4248-a8c8-ea88fd4ae1e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kailua-Kona Beaches Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kailua-Kona Beaches during your trip to Kaupulehu? Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kailua-Kona-Beaches-Hawaii.d553248635976496889.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park featuring tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160287/f4f6f02c-489b-40cf-93e2-2f037cb75a07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park Discover ancient Hawaii at this historic settlement. [](https://expedia.ca/Kaloko-Honokohau-National-Historical-Park-Kalaoa.d6160287.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ancient Hawaiian Ruins, Big Island #adventure #hawaii #bigisland #beaches #beachlover #volcanoes ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969320/c3fcddce-12d3-4e97-b713-823c5014c62e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Keauhou Shopping Center You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Keauhou Shopping Center during your visit to Kailua-Kona. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the snorkeling spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Keauhou-Shopping-Center-Kahaluu-Bay.d6125340.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kamakahonu Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977261082/3358a187-adcd-460b-ae7e-41caeb5bc016.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kamakahonu Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kamakahonu Beach during your trip to Kailua-Kona? Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kamakahonu-Beach-Historic-Kailua-Village.d553248635977261082.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kua Bay which includes a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160385/84d46ab4-038c-431c-8762-810125d8c390.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kua Bay Get off the beaten track to discover one of Hawaii’s most serene stretches of coast. [](https://expedia.ca/Kua-Bay-Kaupulehu.d6160385.Vacation-Attraction) ![After a day of adventuring in Kiholo I found a small starfish on the beach. This photo was captured moments before it was swept away by a wave. #Adventure #BigislandofHawaii #kendrapowersphotography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1879/811b760b-9d6b-4082-9bf8-0177ab2de792.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kiholo Bay Explore the great outdoors at Kiholo Bay and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Kailua-Kona. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kiholo-Bay-Kailua-Kona.d553248621532639009.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Makalawena ![Kailua-Kona showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1879/61f5503e-584d-46c8-bdeb-b3567009a11c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kailua-Kona ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Makalawena worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Makalawena? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Makalawena? ### Is three days enough to stay in Makalawena? ### What are some activities to do in Makalawena with kids? > - [Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/big-island-manta-ray-night-snorkel.a1392689.activity-details) > - [Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/big-island-captain-cook-snorkel-on-a-power-catamaran-with-lunch.a4001448.activity-details) > - [Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkelling with Manta Rays](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guaranteed-manta-ray-night-snorkel.a1393120.activity-details) > - [Whale Watching On The Big Island](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-on-the-big-island.a1393605.activity-details) > - [Captain Cook Reef Snorkelling of Kealakekua Bay](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/captain-cook-kealakekua-bay-reef-snorkelling.a46746157.activity-details) ### What to do in Makalawena for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Makalawena? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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