Hawaii Shangri-La Vacations

Surfing

Hawaii is known as the home of surfing, so expect to see lots of surfer dudes and dudettes catching some waves. But don’t be discouraged! Surf culture is open to everyone who wants to try, and surfers are more than happy to share the waters – as long as you follow some rules! Learn them and the surfing basics at a surf camp or private surf lessons. Plenty of experts are around to help you catch that first wave.
Ocean Eco Tours
324-7873
808 Lifestyles329-5035

Diving and Scuba

If you can dive, diving in Hawaii is some of the best. In fact, many people get certified just so they can dive in these beautiful waters! Traditional dives showcase the coral reefs and tropical fish, though the truly adventurous might want to try a manta ray night dive! Scuba is a good compromise for those who want more than snorkeling but aren’t willing to go all way down.
Kona Honu Divers
888-333-4668
Big Island Water Sports
326-7446
Eye of the Whale Adventures880-1492

Snorkeling

Exploring the reef is one of the must-do activities for any visitor to The Big Island. While deep water diving is a bit much, snorkeling is an activity that is accessible to anyone. Several local shops rent gear, while others offer tours and classes.
Boss Frog
331-1990


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Kayaking

Kayaking is a great way to get some exercise while having fun and exploring the beautiful waters of Hawaii! Go snorkeling or swimming from your kayak, catch some sun, and have some fun!
Adventures in Paradise
808-323-3005
Ocean Eco Tours
324-7873
Big Island Water Sports
326-7446
Kohala Kayak
882-4678

Horseback Riding

When the scenery is the attraction, sometimes a different viewpoint can make a world of a difference. Explore and admire beautiful Kohala Mountain from horseback with Paniolo Adventures. They offer a wide range of tours, from sunset tours to picnic tours to day-long adventures for experienced rides, all on their 11,000 acre cattle ranch.
Paniolo Adventures
889-5354
Dahana Ranch
808-885-0057
Waipi’o on Horseback
808-775-7291

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