Capture sunset or dawn portraits on the Big Island with a focused 45-minute private beach session at Old Kona Airport Beach Park. Expect candid and posed shots, 100+ proofs in 48 hours, and 20 included digital images.
Capture sunset or dawn portraits on the Big Island with a focused 45-minute private beach session at Old Kona Airport Beach Park. Expect candid and posed shots, 100+ proofs in 48 hours, and 20 included digital images.
The low light grazes lava and grass as the photographer lines up a family against the Pacific — palms silhouette, waves daring you to step closer, and the sky moving through orange into twilight.
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Operated by Hawaii Family Portraits · Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
The low light grazes lava and grass as the photographer lines up a family against the Pacific — palms silhouette, waves daring you to step closer, and the sky moving through orange into twilight.
Set at Old Kona Airport Beach Park (with options across Kohala and Waikoloa), this 45-minute session is built for sunset or early-morning light. The shoreline here is recent volcanic coastline: dark basalt cliffs and pockets of sand formed where lava met the sea, with views toward Hualālai and the open ocean. Kona’s modern town grew around 19th-century sandalwood and coffee trade; the old airport field itself remembers a quieter era before Kona International moved north.
Culturally, Kona evenings lean social — locals surf, paddlers head out at dawn, and photographers work with families celebrating vacation time (ohana). Expect candid work between posed frames and 100+ proofs delivered within 48 hours, with 20 included digital images in the base package.
Practical guidance: arrive 15 minutes early to scout light and lines; bring a small towel to sit on, reef-safe sunscreen, and a change of clothes if you plan to get wet. The session is private and suitable for all fitness levels; it’s useful to coordinate hair and simple outfits that move well in trade winds. Parking is limited at peak sunset times — factor in extra time. If you want a different beach, message the operator after booking to discuss Waikoloa or alternate Kona shorelines. Plan for cameras to favor golden-hour light and for brief walking on uneven sand and lava rock.
This session balances quick, professional results with the island’s geology and light — efficient, scenic, and straightforward for families or couples wanting authentic images on the Big Island.
Sessions are booked per traveler but are private; the operator can accommodate groups up to 40 — contact them after booking to confirm logistics.
You’ll receive 100+ proof images within 48 hours and 20 included digital images with the base package; additional images can be purchased.
Yes — Viator defaults to Old Kona Airport, but you can request alternative beaches like Waikoloa after booking to discuss timing and travel.
The cancellation policy allows a full refund if canceled at least 24 hours before, and sessions may be canceled for bad weather; contact the operator for rescheduling options.
Hawaii Family Portraits operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




The low light grazes lava and grass as the photographer lines up a family against the Pacific — palms silhouette, waves daring you to step closer, and the sky moving through orange into twilight.
The low light grazes lava and grass as the photographer lines up a family against the Pacific — palms silhouette, waves daring you to step closer, and the sky moving through orange into twilight.
Set at Old Kona Airport Beach Park (with options across Kohala and Waikoloa), this 45-minute session is built for sunset or early-morning light. The shoreline here is recent volcanic coastline: dark basalt cliffs and pockets of sand formed where lava met the sea, with views toward Hualālai and the open ocean. Kona’s modern town grew around 19th-century sandalwood and coffee trade; the old airport field itself remembers a quieter era before Kona International moved north.
Culturally, Kona evenings lean social — locals surf, paddlers head out at dawn, and photographers work with families celebrating vacation time (ohana). Expect candid work between posed frames and 100+ proofs delivered within 48 hours, with 20 included digital images in the base package.
Practical guidance: arrive 15 minutes early to scout light and lines; bring a small towel to sit on, reef-safe sunscreen, and a change of clothes if you plan to get wet. The session is private and suitable for all fitness levels; it’s useful to coordinate hair and simple outfits that move well in trade winds. Parking is limited at peak sunset times — factor in extra time. If you want a different beach, message the operator after booking to discuss Waikoloa or alternate Kona shorelines. Plan for cameras to favor golden-hour light and for brief walking on uneven sand and lava rock.
This session balances quick, professional results with the island’s geology and light — efficient, scenic, and straightforward for families or couples wanting authentic images on the Big Island.