• Pu`ukohola Heiau

    Pu`ukoholā Heiau

    National Historic Site Hawai'i

Ranger Activities

John Young Living History Tour












  • Ranger-led Tours

Join a Park Ranger at the Visitor Center for a guided tour of the primary historic sites of the Park (20-30 minutes) or special programs like shark watching.

  • Cell Phone Audio Tour

Use your cell phone and call (808) 206-7056 for a complete tour of the Park (30 minutes).

You may also listen to the tour online or download the mp3 files HERE.

  • Living History Tours

Step back in time with John Young, the trusted advisor of Kamehameha the Great, as you explore the Park through the eyes of one of the most influential men in the history of Hawai'i (30-45 minutes).

For educational groups (Elementary-College), please contact the Park to book a program.

Did You Know?

Pu'ukohola Heiau and Mailekini Heiau

There are actually three temples at Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site: Pu'ukohola Heiau, which was built by Kamehameha, Mailekini Heiau, which was converted into a fort with cannons and Hale o Kapuni Heiau, which was a temple dedicated to the worship of sharks. More...