Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Kailua Pier, 75-5660 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740-3612The central meeting place in downtown Kona, where missionaries arrived bringing western religion to the islands.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Ahuena Heiau, Behind the King Kamehameha Hotel, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740A former sacrificial heiau (luakini) dedicated to the god Ku where human sacrifice was performed, then later rededicated by King Kamehameha to the god Lono as a temple of peace.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Kamakahonu Beach, 75-5660 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740-3612This is the location where King Kamehameha I transitioned into the next life, and also the site of ancient human sacrifice.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Hulihe'e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740-1702Will the ghostly "lady in white" of the palace show herself again? Was it Pele, or Princess Kaiulani? We've witnessed her on tour once before...and then she disappeared!Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Mokuaikaua Church, 75-5713 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740-3719The lava rock cornerstones of Hawaii's very first Christian church were formerly part of an ancient Hawaiian temple, built hundreds of years in the past. This newly introduced religion eventually led to events that are considered Hawaii's civil war and the end of the ancient Kapu system.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Kona Inn Shopping Village, 75-5744 Alii Dr Ste 286, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740-1740Built on ancients grounds, the Kona Inn was responsible for ushering in the era of tourism in Kona. The site was formerly home to King Kamehameha II and is known as "papa'ula" or "red flats" as there may have been human sacrifice here as well. End the tour with a cleansing sage smudge at the new Big Island Ghost Tours booth.Duration: 15 minutes
Supplier Name
Big Island Ghost Tours
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Wheelchair accessible,Stroller accessible,Service animals allowed,Near public transportation,Surfaces are wheelchair accessible,Not recommended for travelers with back problems,No heart problems or other serious medical conditions,Most travelers can participate,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers,Gear/equipment sanitized between use,Guides required to regularly wash hands
Inclusions:
Professional guides
Exclusions:
Entry/Admission - Hulihe'e Palace
This was a really unique Kona tour. I’ve been coming to the islands for years and this was my first ghost tour ever. Zach has so much knowledge of the history of the island and culture. You can tell he is really respectful and passionate about the ancestors and spirits of the island. You leave having a better understanding of the history that happened right on Ali’i. Great tour!
Reviewed by: eva_carperdiem, 12/08/2021 12:00:00 AM
Zach was absolutely delightful. Very nice, courteous and had a few good "dad" style jokes. The tour went a little over the 9pm end time, which was fine with us. Both my party and another customers party were large and we all had comments and curious questions about the locations. Zach was kind in answering everyone. Zach seems very passionate about the history of the area and he was very respectful of the land, culture and respectful of the oral history. Overall good tour, you will get an oral history of the area, a light paranormal investigation and light walking. Bring water, it’s hot and humid.
Reviewed by: stephanieturner510, 11/27/2021 12:00:00 AM
Great to hear the history of how Kona was settled. Zach has a lot of knowledge and is very great telling the history.
Reviewed by: GeriJacobs, 11/24/2021 12:00:00 AM
I did the ghost tour last Sunday. It was a fun experience and an interesting way to learn some local history and tune into the local "vibe". Zach knows how to bring the group together and give it a sense of cohesion. I felt connected with the group of strangers I had just met for a tour hour tour, which is what struck me most.
Reviewed by: G4658SQpath, 10/20/2021 12:00:00 AM
I have gone on a few ghost tours but none have been as great as the Kona Haunted Hele was. My aunt and I did the Hilo tour a few days prior and liked it so much that on our same trip we booked the tour in Kona as well. The owner Zach is very passionate about the history of Kona and has so much knowledge about Kona’s spirits. During our tour we were able to use different ghost hunting equipment. We were able to connect with some spirits, an experience I will never forget. Not only does Zach teach us about the spirits of Kona he also teaches about having respect for the land and the spirits. Do yourself a favor and book this tour now.
Reviewed by: Toomuch872010, 10/19/2021 12:00:00 AM
