This location is excellent for visiting either side of the island. So stay here a week. Daytrip to the volcano's, the Kapoho Tidepools, Uncle Roberts, Kehena Beach and the drive the red road on the East side.. On the West side only minutes away snorkel and swim Spencer Beach, then hike the trails, then Happy hours and dinner at the Seafood Grill in "K", then sunset at the Mauna Lani resort hot tubs, see the Hula and fire dancers on Monday nights at the Lani Shops.. Home by 9 and smiling ear to ear. You can body surf just 15 minutes away at Hapuna early in the day before the crowds, and travel early when traveling into Kona or south.. Avoid the 3 PM traffic. That's Happy Hour! There's enough for a week of trips from this great base. Plus the weather is great here, the vog less impacting here, and the views are spectacular. Great breakfasts/lunch 5 minutes away in Waikola town. So daytrip early in the day and sip cocktails on the deck at 3. Don't under estimate the value of daytrips to the Hilo/Puna side. You'll see alot in 8 hours, 9-5, cept traffic.
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