Water Sports, Big Island tours & activities, fun things to do in Big Island

Water Sports

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Have some fun with Hawaii Water Sports, from parasailing to jetskiing, wakeboarding, canoeing, surfing, and much more. Experts offer quick and easy lessons for every experience level, so you can take part in this adrenaline-pumping water sports adventure even if it's your first time. Whether you want to bumper tube, snorkel, or scuba, there's a perfect Water Sports activity here for you!

Parasailing

Enjoy a Big Island Parasailing adventure and soar over the deep blue Pacific Ocean while harnessed to a colorful parachute. Expert captains and friendly crew help make your parasailing experience easy, super fun and completely safe. Although a generally peaceful experience, more adventurous parasailers can opt for a flight with up to 1200 feet of line for a more exciting parasail experience.
Jet Ski

Whether you are a jet-skiing pro or have just fantasized about the thrilling exhilaration of riding a jet-ski through the warm tropical waters of the Pacific, Big Island jet-skiing activities are the way to go! You will be equipped with safe and sturdy equipment and all of the training you will need to zip around the crystalline surface of Hawaii's azure blue sea! Hop on board for the excitement of a lifetime!
Surfing / SUP Lessons

Learn to surf and ride the Big Island waves with a surfing lesson or paddle and stand on your board with a SUP adventure in Waikoloa. Professional lifeguards and instructors will you show how to master the surging Kona surf and will get you up and riding waves in no time. Experienced surfers can learn all about Kona's unique ocean conditions and get tips on improving their surf skills.
Kayaking

The volcanic landscape of the Kailua-Kona area has created a striking coastline where instead of sandy beaches, the ocean meets lava rock, creating over time structures such as sea caves and underwater lava tubes, only approachable by small boats or kayaks. On the west coast, kayak in Keauhou Bay, visit the famous Captain Cook Monument, or paddle a traditional outrigger canoe. In the verdant east side, you can swim and kayak at one of the many waterfalls in the Hilo area.
Scuba Diving

Go deeper with a Big Island Scuba Diving adventure and swim alongside tropical fish, green sea turtles, manta rays and more! No matter your experience level, everyone can explore the treasures of the Big Island's underwater environment through Scuba Diving.
SNUBA Diving

If you think snorkeling is too limited but don't feel like lugging around a heavy air tank, snuba might be the right choice for you! You'll be wearing a mask and breathing tube just like in scuba diving, but your air tank floats on a raft at the surface. Your air is delivered to you via a 20-foot tube and harness that attaches your raft to you, which lets you move around underwater easily but also lets you dive down much lower than snorkeling with no training needed!

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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)
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Ocean Safari's Keauhou Bay Sea Cave Kayak & Snorkeling Adventure in Kona
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Kayak along the beautiful Big Island sea cliffs, over underwater lava tubes and into sea caves and go snorkeling among tropical reef fish at Keauhou Bay! Look for manta rays, sea turtles, and dolphin on this kayaking & snorkeling adventure!

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USD84.53

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(173 reviews)

Daily

4 hour(s) (morning)
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Keauhou Bay Ocean Kayak & Snorkel Tour
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Kayak Keauhou Bay all day or for just a quick half day! The bay is home to dolphins who may swim by as you kayak and snorkel along the gorgeous Kona coast.

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From USD60.73

(16 reviews)

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2 - 4 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Guided Kayak & Snorkel Tour at Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument
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Kayak to Kealakekua Bay, morning or afternoon, and snorkel with tropical fish, dolphins, over coral gardens and visit the Captain Cook Monument with this permitted guide.

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USD109.11

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(22 reviews)

Daily

4.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Big Island Divers - Kona Night Scuba Diving with Mantas

One of the most famous attractions in Kona, go night diving to see the manta rays as these nocturnal fish come to feed in the waters of Keauhou Bay. For certified divers only.

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From USD144.89

(2 reviews)

Daily

5 - 7.5 hour(s) (afternoon, evening)
Big Island Divers - Best Kona SCUBA Diving Tours (Certified Divers Only)

Explore some of Hawaii's best diving locations created by the volcanic landscapes of the Kona coast. Explore a few of the many dive spots, including some less-frequented underwater locations. For certified divers only.

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From USD156.48

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5.5 - 7 hour(s) (morning)
Best Kona Parasailing Tour (from Kailua Pier)
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Fly high on a parasail ride hundreds of feet above the Big Island's Kona Coast. Take in awe-inspiring, panoramic view of the volcanic coastline as you take part in one of the most exciting things to do in Kona!

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From USD95.97

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(115 reviews)

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1.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Historic Hilo Bay Waterfalls by Kayak

Come experience the views of Hilo town from a different perspective, with a guided kayak or paddle board adventure! Two hour fully guided and narrated tours of Hilo Bay depart the pier.

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USD93.19

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Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

2.5 hour(s) (morning)
Learn How to Surf - Kona Surfing Lessons
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Learn how to surf with HLSI's surfing family of professional lifeguards. HLSI's Hawaiian Surf School provides all you need to ride the Kona style waves with them!

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From USD82.72

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(29 reviews)

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

2 hour(s) (morning)
Kohala Coast Hawaiian Canoe Paddling Adventure
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Paddle down the Kohala coast towards a black sand beach in a traditional Hawaiian Canoe. Your Steersman is lifeguard certified and a local expert. Get ready for a real Hawaiian Experience!

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USD82.83

(7 reviews)

Weekday

1.5 hour(s) (morning)
Puako Bay Coral Gardens Snorkel & Guided Ocean Kayak Tour
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Embark on an aquatic adventure at the National Marine Sanctuary and enjoy a kayak and snorkel tour of beautiful Puako Bay on the Kohala Coast.

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From USD67.71

(4 reviews)

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2.5 - 4 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Lesson at Mauna Lani Bay
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Stand-Up Paddle at Mauna Lani Bay Hotel! Learn this popular Hawaiian water sport from the surfing pros of Kona.

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USD156.66

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Weekday

2 hour(s) (morning)
Big Island Watersports - Kona Jet Ski Ride Tour (from Kailua Pier)
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Experience the thrill of riding your own quick and maneuverable jet ski around the waters of Kona! Choose a 30-minute or 1-hour ride for maximum fun!

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From USD91.57

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1 - 1.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Traditional Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Tour Paddle & Sailing Adventures From Hilo

Add a unique Hawaiian cultural experience to your Hawaii vacation! A fun thing to do enjoyed by locals, canoe paddling has a long history in the islands. Learn about Hawaii's history and culture by sailing on an ancient Hawaiian canoe!

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USD170.77

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3.5 - 4 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Hilo Scuba Diving Tours - Boat & Shore Dives for Beginners
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Wanted to try scuba diving but not yet certified? A professionally trained SCUBA Instructors will teach you the basics and then take you on an introductory tour of the reef to experience the underwater world.

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USD171.88

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4.5 hour(s) (morning)
Kohala Divers 2 Day Introductory Scuba Diving Tour with Private Pool Lesson
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Learn to SCUBA dive on the Big Island and with an afternoon pool lesson and a 2-tank dive the following morning along the Kohala Coast, it is the perfect introduction to an underwater world for beginners. No prior scuba certification required!

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USD296.46

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Kohala Divers Morning Two-Tank Certified Scuba Diving Tour (from Kohala)
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Slow down for a dive off the beaten path. SCUBA dive off of the famed Kohala coastline among vibrant, pristine and uncrowded reefs rich with native marine life with expert PADI certified instructors aboard a new custom built 46' Newton dive boat.

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From USD165.46

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5.5 - 7.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Big Island SNUBA Diving Tour from Kona - Guided Beach SNUBA Dive Adventure
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Go beyond snorkeling! SNUBA is the perfect mix of scuba diving and snorkeling. Dive up to 20 feet beneath the surface and discover Kona's underwater world on a unique adventure departing from the beach of Kamakahonu Bay. Great for beginners!

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USD103.16

(9 reviews)

Wed, Thu, Fri

2 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)