Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Waikoloa, Hawaii (HI)

July 9, 2021 Janette Largent

The South Kohala coast of the island of Hawaii is home to Waikoloa Beach. Ancient Hawaiian history and culture, including petroglyphs believed to represent the heavens, stands side-by-side with ultra modern full-service resorts. Waikoloa is also home to fine examples of traditional Hawaiian aquaculture. In 1985, the University of Hawaii renovated the Anchialine ponds which today nuture a wide variety of sea life. Nearby Anaeho'omalu Bay has the Ku'uali'i and Kahapapa Fishponds.
Restaurants in Waikoloa

1. HYPR Nalu

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HYPR Nalu

Our BEACH LOCATION is at 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa Beach, HI 96738 in Front of the MARRIOTT Hotel Beach Coaching :- Advanced LESSONS on SURFING, SURFSKI / Kayaking, Outrigger Canoes, PADDLEBOARDNG, YOGA, SWIMMING, Strength Training, , Surfskis ( Kayaks ) Bodyboarding. Even as Tourists, we treat all our guests as athletes because believe competition techniques and knowledge is the FASTEST, most Stable and most efficient way to SURF & paddle i.E. DO IT RIGHT THE 1st TIME. We EDUCATE our guests to be able to SELF COACH. World's best Boards - Established in 2002. We make ALL our own Stand Up Paddleboards, Surfboards and Outrigger Canoes. We started out as a maker Hi-Performance Carbon Outrigger Canoes & Paddleboards in Kona, Hawaii. We opened an ocean front store so that paddlers, surfers and tourists could come test our products in a convenient location on the Kona Pier. We sell our unique products by "word of mouth".

2. Essential Hawaii Tours

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Essential Hawaii Tours

Ready for a truly different vacation experience? Essential Hawaii can take you there! Take the hassle out of navigating the Big Island. Your expert guide will drive and manage the logistics, letting you sit back, relax and enjoying the most incredible sights on our island. What could be better than witnessing an erupting volcano at night or exploring a lush rainforest alive with native birds, incredible foliage and a “walk through” lava tube? Visit historical sites, waterfalls and enjoy local food at our farmers markets. We provide fully narrated cultural experiences. Whichever tour you choose from Essential Hawaii’s roster, it’ll be a life-memorable experience you’ll never forget. Reserve a spot today!

3. Island Wide Family Tours

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Island Wide Family Tours

Island Wide Family Tours serving the whole Big Island of Hawaii. Tour the sites you want to see. Private tours and snorkeling excursions now available. We are a small family owned and operated company catering to you from one family to another. So sit back, relax and let us take the wheel!

4. Anaehoomalu

69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96738-5711 +1 808-464-0840
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Anaehoomalu

Reviewed By christinern - Vancouver, Canada

Go in the morning, before the waves and wind pick up. A long beach to walk, there are loungers close to the Marriott resort. Good for boogie boarding, some snorkeling and swimming. Lots of shade if you get there early. Beautiful sunsets from behind the fish pond looking towards the ocean. Walk down the beach past Lava Lava to spot turtles on the rocks and beach. Many feral and friendly cats live here.

5. Te 'E'a O Te Turama Hula Halau

68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743-9704 +1 808-885-9501 [email protected] http://www.shopsatmaunalani.com/
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Te 'E'a O Te Turama Hula Halau

Looking for classic Hawaiian entertainment? Come see one of the most exciting Polynesian hula shows on the Big Island! The Shops at Mauna Lani, located near the Mauna Lani Resort, is the place for fire dancing, culture, music and traditional Polynesian dances performed by the Te 'E'a O Te Turama Hula Halau. This hula show is fun for the entire family and it's free! Shows are from 7-8 pm every Monday and Thursday evenings. Fun, festive, and a night you won't forget!

6. Ocean Sports Whale Watch Adventure

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Ocean Sports Whale Watch Adventure

Join the friendly Ocean Sports crew for an award-winning ocean adventure you’ll remember forever! Step aboard one of our 3 legendary sailing and power catamarans for a fun Snorkel Adventure Cruise, romantic Pau Hana Sunset Cruise, or exciting Guaranteed Seasonal Whale Watch Cruise ( December 15 – April 15th)...or design your own itinerary on an exclusive catamaran charter. If the beach is more your style, visit our Beach Hut at Anaeho’omalu Bay at the Waikoloa Beach Resort for kayak, stand-up-paddleboard, hydrobike, snorkel and boogie board rentals…or choose to relax under the swaying palms in one of our shaded cabanas. Tour the reef without getting wet on our daily Glass Bottom Boat Cruises. And for an old-fashioned day of play on the beach, be sure to ask us about our Aloha Days Beach Packages! Recognized in 2019 as one of the 10 Best Tour Operators in all of Hawaii by USA Today, we provide exceptional service with aloha.

7. 49 Black Sand Beach

68-1107 Honokaope Pl, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743-8604
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49 Black Sand Beach

Reviewed By Michael_WorldWanders - Waikoloa, United States

Great black (more like salt and pepper) sand beach within an exclusive gated community of multimillion dollar mansions. A limited number of beach passes are available to the publix each day. Early weekdays are the best time to go.

8. Great 4-D Movie Ride

The Shops at Mauna Lani, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI +1 808-747-8544 http://www.thegreat4dmovieride.com/
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Great 4-D Movie Ride

Catch edge-of-your-seat entertainment daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. featuring 3-D features, synchronized full-motion seats, a 2500 watt sound system, water and air sprays and more to create Hawaii's first and only 4-D theater experience!

9. Waikoloa Petroglyph Preserve

250 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96738 +1 800-555-1212 http://www.lovebigisland.com/waikoloa-petroglyphs
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Waikoloa Petroglyph Preserve

Reviewed By W1605QIkennethr

It's a very peaceful educational walk. Very, very interesting reading the wonderful very old petroglyphs. This area is very easy to get to as its well signed just to the North of the Waikoloa Shell gas station. The pathway is very well maintained so it would be easy for any wheelchair bound person.

10. Ocean Sports Cruises

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Ocean Sports Cruises

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