Things to Do in Big Island of Hawaii

Book your tickets now to experience the Voyagers of the Pacific evening entertainment with a lei welcome, music and dance celebrating their Hawaiian ancestors.

Check this must-do activity off your bucket list on the Big Island. Join a guided night tour to see giant manta rays up close, with the option to ride along if you prefer not to get in the water.

Native Hawaiian guided tours, get the best and the most of what people truly want to experience in the Big Island! Being that we are a family operated business means super clean luxury vans and pride in our work & attitude to give you the absolute best island memories ever!

Embark on an exclusive snorkelling experience. Enjoy high-quality equipment, enhanced amenities, and complimentary beverages.

View the sunset from the peak of Mauna Kea and learn about the stars and planets during this unforgettable stargazing experience. Enjoy snacks, drinks, and free photos.

Discover the most in-depth cacao farm experience in Hawai‘i. This 3.5-hour guided tour at Honoli‘i Orchards is led by an expert in the craft chocolate industry and offers an immersive journey through the world of cacao. Walk the orchards, explore every stage of production—from harvest to fermentation and drying—and learn how fine chocolate is made. No question goes unanswered; the tour adapts to your curiosity, offering a curated educational experience shaped by your interests. You'll finish with a seminar on the history of chocolate and the most extensive craft chocolate tasting in the state, sampling a curated selection of 10 or more of Hawai‘i’s best single-origin bars, including our own award-winning chocolate. This isn’t just a tour—it’s a deep dive into the art, science, and soul of chocolate. For those who want more than a taste—for those who want to understand—this is Hawai‘i’s premier chocolate experience.

Witness the beauty of the Hōlei Sea Arch before it collapses into the ocean, learn about the region's volcanic history and find out how those volcanoes work.

Discover the beauty of Kealakeukua Bay on this guided catamaran tour from Kailua-Kona that includes a tasty lunch. Choose the tour with snorkeling to admire coral, tropical fish, and marine life.

Join us and our expert local guides for an unforgettable Hawaii ocean experience. We provide thorough education on manta rays during the charter, and have a strong focus on the conservation and stewardship of these amazing animals. Our goal is to impart each of our guests with memories, astonishment, and inspiration for a lifetime!

Explore the southern part of the Big Island of Hawaii at your own pace. Journey among ethereal volcanic landscapes with an audio guide on your smartphone.

Experience the beauty of Volcanoes National Park on a 4-mile loop hike, exploring lush forests and a hardened lava lake while learning about its unique geology and native wildlife. Adventure awaits!

When you book a tour with Wild Hawaii Tours your day is completely customisable and unique to your group. The listed itinerary is just a sample. I would love to earn your business. Once you book our professional guide will reach out to you to discuss and plan your perfect day on the beautiful big island of Hawaii. Here are some but not all of the points of interest we can accomodate! Almost any coffee farm of your choosing! Volcano's National Park- private volcano tour Two step beach Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park: a place of refuge for ancient Hawaiians who had broken a kapu (sacred law). Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site: Hawai’i’s largest Heiau(temple) Any of the local farmers market’s on that day South point lookout: The southern most point in the USA located by Green Sands Beach Pohoiki Black Sand Beach Botanical Gardens and Bioreserve Akaka Falls Kaumana Caves: Lava tube from 1881 Waipio Valley Lookout Waimea town home of Parker Ranch

Enjoy a ride around Hawaii's largest island, admire the exotic flora and fauna and climb on the volcano used to practice missions to Mars.

Experience Hawaiian culture in an enchanting oceanfront setting on Kailua Bay. Delight in an island-inspired buffet complete with a captivating luau show and thrilling Samoan fire-knife dancing.

Explore the captivating beauty of the Big Island on this immersive day tour that dives into its natural wonders and rich culture. Guided by locals who embody the Aloha spirit, discover highlights like Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, and the vibrant Hilo Farmer’s Market. Engage with stunning landscapes shaped by volcanic activity, enjoy a delicious lunch at a Hawaiian Style eatery, and connect with the island's storied history. This tour promises a relaxing and enriching experience, perfect for travelers ages 5 and up. Pick up is available in the Hilo area. - Immerse yourself in Hawaiian culture and history with local guides - Visit iconic sites like Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Rainbow Falls - Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant -refreshing cold drinks - Shared experiences with small groups of up to 13 guests

Get ready for the Big Island's newest eco-friendly ocean adventure and explore the waters of Hawaii and rent your clear bottom kayak.

Dive into Kealakekua Bay and snorkel among vibrant reefs and tropical fish. Learn about Hawaiian history and marine life from expert guides.

With Kona Ocean Adventures, we are not just another tour but a true Adventure! This charter is for up to 6 guests. If you have a larger group, be sure to call us. This one is our specialty!  With the boat to yourself, you can swim with wild dolphins, visit private beaches only accessible by boat, discover Kealakekua Bay or other remote reefs, try our discovery dive program and more... The choice is yours. No experience or snorkel gear is required… and we’ve got lunch, too! Creating Your Own Custom and Private Kona Ocean Adventure. Perfect for Family reunions, spiritual journeys, honeymoons, dive club trips or special vacations. Book online and we will help you plan your perfect experience!

Come aboard the Spirit of Aloha, a modern 65-foot catamaran and snorkel in Hawaii's azure waters on this short excursion.

Discover the wonders of Hilo and the powerful forces of Kilauea Volcano on a guided tour. Visit Volcanoes National Park, Black Sand Beach and more.

Kealakekua Bay is a marine sanctuary where you can snorkel with over 200 species of tropical fish. We will stop at sea caves, and one to two other historical stops along the way. Our tour is very unique because we provide a very intimate one on one experience with our guests. Our convenient check in location gives us a more private feel away from the larger tours, of 20-30 people. Our crew are very knowledgeable about the historical aspects of the Big Island, and the Kona coast. Our vessel "Nature School 2" is comfortable, fast, and one of the nicest tour boats in Kona Hawaii.

Discover Big Island's hidden craters during this hiking tour. Book now.

Experience an exciting zipline tour in Hawaii. Ride seven amazing ziplines with awe-inspiring landscape and ocean views, and fly directly over a private 250ft waterfall.

Our tours are built around you. As one of the few Hawaiian-owned and operated tour companies on the Big Island, we offer a personal connection that big bus tours can’t match. Travel in comfort in clean, air-conditioned vehicles with expert local storytellers who know every hidden spot, scenic overlook, and island legend. Enjoy cold water, local snacks, and a complimentary island-style lunch during your 10-hour private adventure. Every tour is flexible — you choose the pace, we handle the details. Here’s a list of potential locations to explore: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Kīlauea Crater, Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley Lookout, Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, South Point, Green Sand Beach (Papakōlea), Volcano Winery, Punaluʻu Bakery, Kona & Kaʻū Coffee Farms, Hilo Town, Banyan Drive, King Kamehameha Statue, Pololū Valley Lookout, Mauna Kea Lookout, Kona Coast beaches, hounaunau, city of refuge,2 step and hidden scenic gems known only to locals.

Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Rainbow Falls during this hiking tour and prepare to be amazed by nature.

Snorkel with giant manta rays on a guided boat trip in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. This company is professional, clean and organized.

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we take you up close to Kona’s incredible manta rays—without the big crowds. Our Night Manta Snorkel is designed to be personal, relaxed, and unforgettable. With just 12 guests max, you’ll enjoy plenty of space, personalized attention, and unbeatable front-row views of the manta action. Once in the water, you’ll float effortlessly on the surface for 30–40 minutes while holding onto our custom light board. Its powerful lights attract plankton, which in turn draws the mantas in close. Before long, you’ll be watching these graceful giants glide and loop below you—an encounter you’ll never forget. Requirements: To join, you must be comfortable in the water and able to float on the surface with the assistance of a waist flotation device. You don’t need to be an expert swimmer, but you should feel confident using a mask and snorkel.

Join a unique astronomical tour from Hilo, the only Big Island star tour to feature nighttime astronomical observing and safe daytime solar viewing.

Explore the crystal blue waters of Kona on the Big Island in this submarine adventure. Take a dive and marvel at coral reefs and marine life from a submarine once featured in National Geographic.

Dear Future Attendee! Just wanna cut to the chase! We offer the Ultimate Volcano and Hilo Highlights Day Tour period! Because we get you to the best stops that people truly want to see in the 6-7hr time frame including the best locations for the best viewing! The tours are lead by Native Hawaiian Guides that give you the experience of Big Island, Hawaii through a Native Local's perspective. We will cover all Highlights at Volcanoes National Park, including Kilauea the most active Volcano in the world! Steam vents, sulfar banks, lava tubes, black sand Beaches, Waterfalls and botanical gardens to just name a few and much more. When people come to Hawaii, they want to experience Aloha through the Native People! And this is what you'll get! True authentic Aloha from pickup to drop-off.

Book now a unique astronomical tour from Kona, the only Big Island of Hawaii star tour to feature nighttime astronomical observing and safe daytime solar viewing.

Discover the Big Island on a half-day guided tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo. Visit the Kilauea Crater, walk inside the Nahuku Lava Tube, and see turtles at Punaluʻu black sand beach.

A private VIP tour around the island focusing on Volcanoes National Park. Adventure and Fun with a Geologist as your guide to the most active volcano in the world! The ONLY Volcano Tours owned and guided by professional Geologists with a greater level of interpretation. Want to explore, walk, or hike around the Big Island with a professional geologist and explore places usual guests and even locals do not get to see, Join us for an adventure of a lifetime with remarkable memories and FUN! We are private, exclusive, and cater to our customers.

Join a certified guided tour of Hawaii's famous volcanos from Hilo and discover the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the crown jewel of Hawaii.

Soar over Volcano National Park on this helicopter tour from Hilo. Marvel at the height of the Mauna Loa from a distance. Fly over waterfalls that plunge into lush vegetation. (Weather Dependent)

Experience the lush beauty of Big Island’s Hamakua Coast on our tour to ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full display. Akaka Falls is a towering waterfall, cascading 442 feet (135 meters) down into a lush gorge. Your all inclusive tour includes the Hilo Discovery and Volcanoes National Park Explorer packages. As a locally owned and operated tour company based on Hawaiʻi Island, we offer immersive, guided experiences while sharing not just the breathtaking beauty of volcanoes, waterfalls, and valleys – but the stories, language, and spirit that make these places sacred. Our expertly guided tours highlight the island’s natural beauty, rich history, and volcanic landscapes. We also offer custom and private tours!

Discover Hawaii Island's volcanoes in this tour from Waikoloa or Kohala. Taste Kona coffee and stroll along one of the best black sand beaches on the island.

Experience the Majestic sunset and stargazing on a Mauna Kea summit tour. Enjoy a amazing view and get a free photo of the sunset and stars with you in it.

This truly unique experience will be with you for the rest of your life as you enjoy the spectacular beauty exploring Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The sights, sounds and smell are like nowhere else on earth as you walk on actual lava (cooled, of course), descend through a rain forest and experience steam vents up close and personal. Meeting at the visitor center at Volcanoes National Park, we'll begin experiencing the amazing sights and sounds on top of the world's most active volcano. This truly will be an experience you will never forget! You can even choose a starting time at 5 AM to catch the sunrise over Kilauea. Another advantage to starting so early is having the park almost to ourselves! We drive around in a 2025 F150 Tremor. Let's share the beauty of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park!

Explore Hawaii Island's explosive side on foot, visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Isaac Hale Beach Park and get a birds-eye view of the Kilauea Caldera.

Explore ‘Akaka Falls, Onomea Bay 4mi scenic drive, Rainbow Falls, Volcanoes National Park, & Hilo Town on an all-inclusive guided tour.

Set out on a private, fully customizable tour to Kealakekua Bay—one of Hawaii’s most beautiful and vibrant snorkeling spots. You'll swim in calm, clear waters surrounded by tropical fish and colorful coral, with the chance to spot Hawaiian spinner dolphins along the way. Whether you’re looking for more snorkeling, a scenic cruise, or a bit of everything, we’ll tailor the experience just for you!

Explore Hawaii Island's explosive side on foot, visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Isaac Hale Beach Park and get a birds-eye view of the Kilauea Caldera.

Discover the beauty of the Big Island on a guided tour from Hilo. Visit the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the popular Rainbow Falls, and Big Island Candies.

My name is Kalaninuimehameha, and I am a native Hawaiian student at the University of Hawaii studying culture, language, history, astronomy, geology, and oceanography of the Hawaiian islands. The culture and ways of these islands is one of fun, adventure, love, family, sustainability, and I believe it will save the world. I will be guiding you through the fauna and beauties of the national park, exploring the trails and lava formations, and teaching you about Kīlauea, its rain forests, endemic Hawaiian birds and the Hawaiian culture that has lived in harmony with this land. As darkness falls and the stars emerge from the heavens we will travel the path of Keanakakoʻi on Kīlauea. On the path we will be engulfed by the beauty of volcanic ecosystems and arrive at a cliff to see inside Halema'uma'u and its growing lake of lava/ Hawai'i is truly alive. Hawaiʻi is truly alive.

Explore the main wonders of the Big Island of Hawaii in one day in this full-day tour with pick-up from Kohala with picnic lunch included.

Sail off from the shores of Kona at night and embark on a fascinating ocean exploration cruise. Choose to upgrade your experience with a snorkel dive among beautiful Hawaii manta rays.

Are you looking to relax with your family or friends? Our modern powered catamaran is designed for open ocean conditions that will allow our passengers to sit back, relax and enjoy breathtaking views of the beautiful coast of Kona. Your tour is customized to your wish. It includes lunch, fresh fruit, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.

Enjoy a legendary Hawaiian sunset and snorkel with the majestic manta rays. Buy now your Late Night Manta Ray Snorkel experience!

Swim with the gentle giants of the Kona Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii. This must-do tour is something you won't soon forget. Just a short boat ride from the manta snorkeling location, you'll be able to embark on a safe and thrilling experience.