Big Island Tours & Activities

Big Island: Kuleana Rum Experience

In luxurious Mercedes Benz Sprinter Mini-Coaches, discover the history and beauty of the Kohala Coast while visiting Hawaii Island’s first rum farm, distillery and restaurant. Unanimously ranked as our staff
21 years and older
6 Hours

Coffee, Cloud Forest, and Brewery Experience – Kailua-Kona Hotels

Join us on this best of Kona adventure; the newest and most fun way to experience the best of Kona. This luxury tour is the perfect way to learn Hawaiian
5 years and older
6 Hours

Kona Coast Helicopter Tour

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Time: Monday-Friday: 2:30 PM, 3:30 PM, 4:30 PM,
12 years old for Doors-Off, 7 years old for Doors-On
30 Minutes

Whale Watching Adventure

You and your family will enjoy yourselves in comfort and safety aboard our brand new boat the Maheli Heli as we travel up the grand Kona coast and seek to
5 years and older
3 hours

Kona Sunset Helicopter Experience

Every Sunset in Hawaii is Amazing. Fact! However, there is something incredible about sunsets on the Big Island of Hawaii - especially seen from the Kona Coast. Join us on
12 years old for Doors-Off, 7 years old for Doors-On
30 Minutes

Volcano Experience Helicopter tour

Fly over the recent Mauna Loa volcano flow in Hawaii! Departing from Kona International Airport, we head straight to the slopes of Mauna Loa to view the most recent eruption
12 years old for Doors-Off, 7 years old for Doors-On
75 Minutes

Magical Waterfalls Helicopter Tour

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily  Tour Times: 1:30 PM, 3:15 PM Duration: 75 Minutes
12 years old for Doors-Off, 7 years old for Doors-On
75 Minutes

Manta Ray Night Snorkel

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Time: September 20-March: 4:15 PM April-July: 4:45
3.5 Hours
Kailua-Kona, Big Island

Family Fish and Snorkel Private Charter

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. (Closed Wednesday, Friday, and
4.5 Hours
Kailua-Kona, Big Island

Big Island: Umauma Falls’ Giant Swing – Hakalau

Feel the rush of adrenaline on Umauma’s 50-foot high Giant Swing. It’s an experience like no other as you swing out 150 feet high over the Umauma River. This is
4 years and older
Hakalau, Big Island

Kayak & Swim in the Umauma River – Hakalau

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. (Closed Saturday and
4 years and older
1.5 Hours

Zip N Dip: Ziplining & Kayak Tours – Hakalau

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (Closed most Saturdays
4 years and older
1.5-3 Hours

Big Island: Umauma Waterfall Rappel & River Tours – Hakalau

What better way to experience the Umauma River than to rappel right into it! Join us as we explore the beautiful scenery of the Umauma River. Swim, float, rappel and
8 years and older
3.5 Hours

Umauma Falls 4-Line Express Zipline Tour – Hakalau

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (Closed Saturday and
4 years and older
1-1.5 Hours

Umauma Falls Zipline Tour – Hakalau

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (Closed Sunday)
4 years and older
2 – 2.5 Hours

Big Island: Tour Umauma Falls & Gardens – Hakalau

Enjoy a self-guided tour of our beautiful grounds and spectacular view of Umauma Falls. Umauma Falls Viewing Umauma Falls are open to visitors from 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every
20-45 Minutes
Hakalau, Big Island

Volcanoes National Park & Waterfalls Safari – Hilo

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Times: 8:00 AM, 9:10 AM, 10:15 AM,
55 Minutes
Hilo, Big Island

Big Island: Kona Parasailing

Looking for things to do while visiting Kona? Then look no further. Parasailing is Hawaii’s top-rated activity, and with UFO Parasail, you’re in great hands. Fly from either 800 feet
1 Hour
Kailua-Kona, Big Island

Big Island: Early Bird Kona Parasailing

Looking for things to do while visiting Kona? Then look no further. Parasailing is Hawaii’s top-rated activity, and with UFO Parasail, you’re in great hands. Fly from either 800 feet
1 Hour
Kailua-Kona, Big Island

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkeling Express – Kona

With the world-renowned and historic destination of Kealakekua Bay just minutes from our point of departure, the Captain Cook Express is a personal, exciting, and efficient way to see the
5 years and older
3 hours

Big Island: Snorkeling Expedition South Kona

Perhaps you’ll visit a black sand beach and have it all to yourselves. Maybe a stone arch or a spectacular lava rock formation formed thousands of years ago by a
5 years and older
5 Hours

Big Island: Deluxe Morning Snorkeling Adventure – Kona

Take in the Big Island of Hawai’i as you haven’t before, and experience two of South Kona’s most precious treasures –Pu’uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay. Listen as the captains
5 years and older
4 Hours

Big Island: Night Manta Snorkeling Experience – Kona

There is a reason everyone is talking about this tour... Participate in a feeding frenzy in the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean, in the darkness of night, with creatures
7 years and older
1.25 Hours

Private Ohana Outing: Kohala Waterfalls Adventure – Kona

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (Closed Wednesday and Sunday)
8 Hours
Big Island, Kona

Kohala Waterfalls Adventure – Kona

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. (Closed Sunday)
6-7 Hours
Big Island, Kona

Private Ohana Outing: Hidden Craters Hike – Kona

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Tuesday and Friday Tour Times: 7:30 AM Duration: 5
8 years and older
5 Hours

Hidden Craters Hike – Kona

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Friday, and Saturday  Tour Times: 7:30 AM Duration:
8 years and older
5 Hours

Private Ohana Outing: Hakalau Forest Reserve Exclusive – Kona

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Tuesday Tour Times: 6:30 AM Duration: 12 Hours UPGRADE
8 years and older
12 Hours

Hakalau Forest Reserve Exclusive – Kona

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Tuesday Tour Times: 6:30 AM Duration: 12 Hours* (approx.)
8 years and older
12 Hours

Big Island: Endangered Native Habitats – Kona

This is a unique opportunity  to enter a rare native ecosystem. Nature lovers and birdwatchers will delight in exploring two exceptional habitats revealing the evolutionary epic of Hawaiian biology and
8 years and older
12 Hours

Maunakea Summit and Stars – Kona

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. (Closed Wednesday and
13 years and older
8 Hours

Big Island Highlights Day Tour

UPDATED 2023: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Times: 7:30 AM Duration: 11 Hours (approx.)
5 years and older
11 Hours

Coffee, Cloud Forest, and Brewery Experience – Waikoloa & Kohala Hotels

Join us on this best of Kona adventure; the newest and most fun way to experience the best of Kona. This luxury tour is the perfect way to learn Hawaiian
5 years and older
6 Hours

Ultimate Circle Island Explorer – Kohala Pick Up

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (Closed Tuesday and Wednesday) Tour Time:
5 years and older
11 Hours

Ultimate Circle Island Explorer – Kona Pick Up

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (Closed Tuesday and
5 years and older
11 Hours

Big Island Helicopter Experience

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily  Tour Time: 8:00 AM, 10:30 AM Duration: 2 Hours 
12 years old for Doors-Off, 7 years old for Doors-On
2 Hours

Late Afternoon Whales Guaranteed – Kawaihae

Click here for the latest whale watching tours departing from Kawaihae. Available daily when in-season, DECEMBER through MARCH, powerboat. Every December through April, thousands of Humpback whales migrate to the
1.5 Hour
Big Island, Kawaihae Harbor

Kawaihae Whale Watch – Kawaihae

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule:  Availability: Daily (DECEMBER through MARCH) Tour Times: 8:00 AM, 10:45
2 Hours
Big Island, Kawaihae Harbor

Kona Morning Wildlife Guaranteed Watch – A-Bay

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Times: 9:45 AM Duration: 1 Hour 30
1.5 Hour
Anaehoomalu Bay, Big Island

Kona Afternoon Wildlife Guaranteed Watch – Honokohau

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: October- November : Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (Closed
1.5 Hour
Big Island, Honokohau Harbor

Kona Luxury Dolphin Sail and Snorkel – Honokohau Harbor

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Note: Snorkel and mask are provided for use on the tour.
4 Hours
Big Island, Honokohau Harbor

Kona Catamaran Sunset Sail – Honokohau

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: October-December: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday (Closed Monday, Tuesday
1.5 Hour
Big Island, Honokohau Harbor

Spirit of Aloha Catamaran Sunset Sail – A-Bay

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Times: 4:15 PM Duration: 1 Hour 30
1.5 Hour
Anaehoomalu Bay, Big Island

Big Island: Kona Snorkel and Thrill Ride – Afternoon Tour (May – November)

Enjoy a fast-paced coastal cruise on Kona’s newest powerboat, as you zip to an amazing snorkeling anchorage to see the underwater treasures of the Hawaii Island coast. Dolphins are likely
1.5 Hour
Anaehoomalu Bay

Spirit of Aloha Catamaran Snorkel Sail – A-Bay

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Note: Snorkel and mask are provided for use on the tour.
3 hours
Anaehoomalu Bay, Big Island

Kailua-Kona to Oahu: Pearl Harbor, Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri Tour (A2)

UPDATED 2022: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Tuesday and Thursday Tour Times: 6:00 AM Duration: 14
14 Hours
Big Island (KOA Airport) to Oahu

Big Island: Kona Snorkel and Thrill Ride – Morning Tour (May – November)

Enjoy a fast-paced coastal cruise on Kona’s newest powerboat, as you zip to an amazing snorkeling anchorage to see the underwater treasures of the Hawaii Island coast. Dolphins are likely
1.5 Hour
Anaehoomalu Bay

Morning Snorkel – Kawaihae

Note: Snorkel and mask are provided for use on the tour. You will also have the option to buy gear on-board. Snorkel fins, vest, and in-water assistance from the crew
2 Hours
Big Island, Kawaihae Harbor

Wildlife Guaranteed Catamaran Snorkel Lunch – Kawaihae

Note: Snorkel and mask are provided for use on the tour. You will also have the option to buy gear on-board. Snorkel fins, vest, and in-water assistance from the crew
3 hours
Big Island, Kawaihae Harbor

Kona Afternoon Wildlife Guaranteed Watch – A-Bay

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Times: 1:45 AM Duration: 1 Hour 30
1.5 Hour
Anaehoomalu Bay, Big Island

Kona Catamaran Morning Snorkel Sail – Honokohau

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Note: Snorkel and mask are provided for use on the tour.
3 hours
Big Island, Honokohau Harbor

Hilo: Early Bird Circle of Fire

UPDATED 2023: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (Closed Sunday)
50 Minutes
Hilo, Big Island

Hilo: Late Bird Circle of Fire

UPDATED 2023: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (Closed Sunday)
50 Minutes
Hilo, Big Island

Volcano Hiking Adventure

Our most active experience – the Volcano Hiking Adventure! Join us on our most exploratory volcano adventure. Journey over Saddle Road, take a short walk up a cinder cone before
8 years and older
11 Hours

Wild and Scenic Volcano Experience

Waterfalls, tropical forests, and volcanoes – oh my! Travel in style and comfort with the Big Island’s Premier Tour Company - Kailani Tours. Cruise along the wild and scenic Hamakua
5 years and older
11 Hours

Volcano Express – Nighttime (Waikoloa Departure)

UPDATED 2022: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday and Saturday Tour Time: 3:00 PM Duration: 8
5 years and older
8 Hours

Volcano Express – Daytime (Kailua-Kona Departure)

UPDATED 2022: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability:  March-May: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday June-Onward: Monday and Saturday
5 years and older
8 Hours

Volcano Express – Nighttime (Kailua-Kona Departure)

UPDATED 2022: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday and Saturday Tour Time: 2:45 PM Duration: 8
5 years and older
8 Hours

Volcano Express – Daytime (Waikoloa Departure)

UPDATED 2022: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Friday, and Saturday Tour Time: 8:00 AM Duration:
5 years and older
8 Hours

Deluxe Big Island Day Tour: Volcanoes and Dinner

UPDATED 2023: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: June 11-September 9: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and
5 years and older
11 Hours

Kealakekua Bay Snorkel and Marine Life Adventure – Honokohau Harbor

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Times: 8:00 AM, 12:30 PM Duration: 4
2 years and older
4 Hours

Manta Ray Night Snorkel – Honokohau Harbor

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Times*: 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30PM, 8:00
2 years and older
2.5 Hours

Wild Dolphin Adventure & Reef Snorkel – Honokohau Harbor

  This is a true Hawaiian adventure! You can observe Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins in their natural habitat while they show off their jumps, flips, and spins out of the water.
2 years and older
3.5 Hours

Whale Watching – Honokohau Harbor

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily (December 20 - April 15) Tour Times: 12:30 PM
2 years and older
3 hours

Big Island: Kona Whale Watch

Every year between December and April, more than 8,000 humpback whales journey over 3,500 miles to Hawaii where they congregate to breed, calf, and nurse their young. Our two and
2.5 Hours
Kailua, Big Island

Spirit of Aloha Catamaran Sunset Sail – A-Bay

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Daily Tour Times: 4:30 PM Duration: 1 Hour 30
1.5 Hour
Anaehoomalu Bay, Big Island

Big Island: Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch

Step aboard our 65′ Catamaran for a fun-filled day of adventure! Watch for Spinner dolphins that join us frequently along the way to the snorkel site.  Guaranteed dolphin sightings or
4.5 Hours
Kailua, Big Island

Big Island: Craters and Coffee – Hilo

Awaken your senses on Blue Hawaiian’s unique new “Craters and Coffee” tour. This multi-sensory event departs from Hilo for an exhilarating flight over Hawaii Island’s incredible Kilauea volcano, summit, and
1 Hour 45 Minutes
Hilo

Big Island: Captain Cook Lunch Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

Join us for our luxurious, two and a half hour guided Historical Lunch Cruise to Kealakekua Bay and Captain Cook’s monument where we capture your imagination and reveal many secrets
2.5 Hours
Kailua, Big Island

2.5 hour Wailea Horseback Adventure Waterfall Swim & Trail Ride

UPDATED 2023: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you. Schedule: Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. (Closed Sunday)*
8 years and older
2.5 Hours

Big Island: Epic Island Journey – Kona

Join us on an epic day of discovery as we wander off-the-beaten path and visit our island’s most awe inspiring sites. This full day journey covers all your Big Island
8 years and older
11 Hours 30 Minutes

Grand Circle Island and Volcano Tour (H1)

Take a relaxing, scenic excursion of the Big Island of Hawaii where you’ll experience the most historic, scenic and cultural highlights of Hawaii’s youngest island. The latest itinerary for this
13 Hours
Kona

Best Tours & Activities in Big Island, Hawaii

If you find yourself on the big island of Hawaii you may want to see everything at once. Planning your route across the big island to see some of the most popular tourist attractions can be tedious. One of the most efficient and attractive ways that you can see the big island is on a planned tour. Pre-scheduled tours on a shuttle bus can be a very comparable way to see the big island and make sure that you get all of the main attractions in. Other activities can include shows, cultural experiences and even dining experiences across the big island too.

You can see some of the top natural tourist attractions, some of the best cultural attractions as well as dine on some of the best food in these pre-planned activities across the big island for you! See the big island and style with some of these budget friendly activities!