Top Big Island Attractions, Big Island tours & activities, fun things to do in Big Island

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The Big Island, officially named "Hawaii," is home to eight different climate zones, making it the most varied place in the world. Visit the snowy-capped tundra of Mauna Kea or the tropical rainforest of Waipio Valley. See the beautiful coral reefs at Kealakekua Bay or fly past the magnificent sea cliffs on the Hamakua Coast. Whether you're visiting Kilauea, a young active volcano, or Kohala, the oldest dormant one, you're sure to be amazed by the natural variety of the Big Island of Hawaii.

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Top Rated Kilauea Volcano Helicopter Tour - Circle of Fire & Waterfalls Flight
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Join the expert pilots of Blue Hawaiian Helicopters for unique aerial views on this safe and comfortable Big Island helicopter tour. See the path of the recent lava flows in Puna, craters of Kilauea Volcano, or cascading waterfalls in Hilo.

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From USD269.00

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(238 reviews)

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1.5 - 2 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Big Island Spectacular Circle Island Flight (Waikoloa)

Book Hawaii's best helicopter tour! Fly over 3 volcanoes: Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa & Kilauea. Get an up-close look at the craters & lava flows. Discover the magnificent beauty of Kohala waterfalls & sea cliffs. Waterfall Landing upgrade available.

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From USD599.00

(238 reviews)

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3 - 4 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Hawaii Horseback Riding Tour with Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
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Enjoy a breathtaking 2.5-hour scenic horseback ride along the Umauma stream and waterfall! Enjoy scenic views of Mauna Kea and the Pacific Ocean on the Hamakua Coast, and hike down to the beautiful Umauma falls, where you can swim and play!

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USD151.43

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(9 reviews)

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3 - 3.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Adventure with Picnic Dinner
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On this Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour you’ll get to view the stars and sunset from above the clouds, at the summit of a volcano! After a beautiful sunset, prepare to be amazed as the night sky lights up with thousands of glittering stars.

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USD235.60

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(75 reviews)

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5 - 9 hour(s) (afternoon)
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Horseback Ride Tour Through Waipio Valley
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Horseback through the heart of Waipi'o Valley on a small-group equine excursion featuring ancient and majestic trails of the "Valley of the Kings".

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USD109.66

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(64 reviews)

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3 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Fair Wind Cruises - Kealakekua Bay Morning & Afternoon Snorkeling Tours
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Catapult down a water slide into the pristine waters of Big Island's Kealakekua Bay! Sail out on the Fair Wind II and enjoy snorkeling and diving in Hawaii's crystal clear waters! Depart in the morning or afternoon to explore Hawaii's waters.

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From USD105.18

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(194 reviews)

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4 - 5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Waterfalls & Kilauea Volcano Doors-Off Helicopter Tour (from Hilo)
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Hop aboard a doors-off helicopter and fly over Kilauea in Volcanoes National Park! See the volcano and lava structures with unobstructed views that you can get nowhere else. After your Hilo volcano tour, scour the Big Island for towering waterfalls!

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From USD324.00

(99 reviews)

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2 hour(s) (morning, afternoon, evening)
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Flumin Kohala Kayak - Family Friendly Hawaiian Lazy River Tour
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Originally built as an irrigation system for the old sugar cane fields, the canal system is now one of the most scenic “Lazy Rivers” in the world. Float through 10 tunnels and 7 elevated flumes which cross over streams and waterfalls.

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USD141.36

(7 reviews)

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4.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Umauma Falls ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim Adventure - Ocean View Trail Ride
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Get set for a thrilling off road adventure at Umauma Falls! Tear through 5.5 miles of off-road trail, take in incredible views and swim at the private waterfall. Solo and multi-passenger vehicles available, making this a great family activity.

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(2 reviews)

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2.5 hour(s) (morning)
Complete Circle Island Tour - Volcano National Park, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
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An expert guide will take you to see all the natural wonders of the Big Island! Visit Akaka and Rainbow Falls, Waipio Valley, Punaluu Black Sand Beach and Volcanoes National Park!

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USD193.21

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(30 reviews)

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10 - 13.5 hour(s) (morning)
Umauma Falls Zipline Tour & Waterfall Swim Adventure
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Explore Big Island on a zipline adventure over the famous Umauma Falls! Ride 9 ziplines over a tropical paradise of rainforests, waterfalls, and river gorges. Upgrade your experience to include swimming & kayaking in a private waterfall!

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From USD163.97

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(8 reviews)

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1.5 - 4.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Ultimate Waipio Valley Off-Road Tour, Akaka Falls and Waterfall Swim Adventure
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Explore Waipio Valley by 4WD Van and discover beautiful waterfalls along the Hamakua Coast. Visit a tropical fruit farm and swim or kayak under a 60-foot private waterfall!

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USD207.83

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(17 reviews)

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9.5 - 11.5 hour(s) (morning)
Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Ocean Rafting Sea Cave Expedition (from Keauhou Bay)
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Enjoy rafting along the lava tubes and sea caves of the Kona Coast in a small, 14-person raft. You'll be taken to Honaunau Bay (Place of Refuge) and beautiful Kealakekua Bay to snorkel among the vibrant and diverse marine life of Hawaii!

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(24 reviews)

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3.5 - 5.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Mauna Kea Stargazing Tour & Summit Sunset Adventure
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Journey to the highest peak in Hawaii for a spectacular sunset and stargazing tour with Mauna Kea Summit Adventures. Watch a Mauna Kea sunset from the summit then marvel at the stars and planets through professional telescopes!

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From USD226.00

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(66 reviews)

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4.5 - 8.5 hour(s) (afternoon)
Kealakekua Bay & Red Hill Sail & Snorkel Tour (from Keauhou Bay)
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Head to the Captain Cook Monument and explore the island's finest snorkel spots on a sail at a marine sanctuary filled with tropical fish, coral reefs and more. Enjoy the calm and clear waters of a Marine Life Conservation District.

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(16 reviews)

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3.5 - 5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Hawaii Helicopters Kohala Coast Flight & Exclusive Waterfall Landing [105 mins]
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Experience panoramic views of the Big Island's natural landscape on the verdant east side. Soar over Hamakua Coast & land at the base of a stunning waterfall.

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From USD405.00

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(5 reviews)

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2.5 - 4 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
7-Line Skyline Akaka Falls Zipline Adventure
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Zip through Big Island’s lush rainforest and soar over towering waterfalls. This 7-line zipline course is voted the best zipline in Hawaii and it’s fun for the whole family. Upgrade to the Zip 'n Waterfall Dip to swim under a cascading waterfall!

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From USD188.43

(34 reviews)

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3 - 4 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Waipio Valley Mule-Drawn Wagon Tour
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A mule-drawn wagon tour inside the difficult to access Waipio Valley, a place famous for its majestic waterfalls, wet-land taro fields and wild horses!

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USD62.50

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(118 reviews)

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2 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Big Island Twilight Volcano Tour & Stargazing with Dinner (from Kona)
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Volcanoes National Park is now open! Stop at a local coffee farm, visit a black sand beach and explore the new features of the park. Heading back, enjoy for a mesmerizing stargazing experience.

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USD207.83

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(3 reviews)

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11 - 13.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Affordable Hawaii Volcano Island Tour from Kona
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Take a Hawaii Grand Circle island tour of Big Island, circumnavigating the entire island from coast to coast. This tour begins at Kona, visits Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and ends by seeing two famous waterfalls in Hilo!

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USD193.22

(141 reviews)

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11.5 - 13 hour(s) (morning)