Hilo Town Attractions (Top Big Island Attractions), Big Island tours & activities, fun things to do in Big Island

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The biggest town on the Big Island, Hilo has retained a lot of its small-town charm, with various cafes, restaurants, eateries, and boutique stores as well as a zoo and a museum. Nearby is the beautiful Hilo Bay, a protected coastline that used to serve as a fishing pond. Other nearby attractions include Akaka Falls, Kaumana Lava Caves, Liliuokalani Gardens, and the Hilo Farmers' Market, with the Puna district, Waipio Valley, and Volcanoes National Park within driving distance.

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No.1

Scenic Hamakua Coast, Waterfalls & Hilo Bay Boat Cruises (from Wailoa Harbor)
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Ignite your sense for adventure on a 2-hour, 30-mile sightseeing cruise along the scenic Hamakua coastline, seeing the green Hilo side of the Big Island!

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USD138.89

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Daily

2.5 hour(s) (afternoon)
No.2

Hilo Chocolate and Waterfalls - Waterfall Swim & Cacao Farm Tour
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Discover the hidden beauty of the Big Island. Visit the famous Rainbow Falls. Swim, Kayak, or Paddle under the 120 ft private Kulaniapia Falls. Tour a cacao farm and enjoy chocolate tasting. Great for couples, families and cruise ship passengers.

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From USD148.22

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(5 reviews)

Tue, Thu, Sat

4 - 4.5 hour(s) (morning)
No.3

Hilo Snorkel Cruise - Zodiac Dolphin Watch & Tropical Reef Snorkeling Tour
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Embark on a dolphin watch adventure along the pristine Hilo coast. Skip the crowds and snorkel in the rarely-accessed marine world of Hilo! See green sea turtles, tropical fish, and colorful coral reefs. Available from April until December.

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USD149.66

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Sun, Mon, Wed, Fri

4 hour(s) (morning)
Hilo Black Sand Beach Guided Snorkel Tour at Sea Turtle Lagoon
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Swim at a pristine black sand beach! Snorkel with turtles. First time snorkelers and children are welcome.

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USD123.96

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(1 review)

Daily

3.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Hilo Whale Watch Cruise - Small Group Expedition

Embark on a 2-hour, 30-mile sightseeing cruise along the scenic Hamakua coastline, seeing the humpback whales during their yearly migration to Hawaii!

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USD123.96

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(1 review)

Daily

2.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Private VIP Hilo & Haumakua Coast Sightseeing Tours

Enjoy a private tour of Big Island's east side with your very own guide, at your own pace! See Hilo Bay and Scenic the Hamakua Coastline in this VIP tour of beautiful Hawaii!

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From USD140.62

(1 review)

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Daily

6 - 8 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Segway Off-Road Rain Forest Adventure at World Botanical Gardens
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Experience the beauty of Hilo on a Segway tour! Nothing can beat this unique experience through the rainforest, complete with an introductory lesson!

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From USD103.39

(3 reviews)

Daily

1.5 - 2 hour(s) (morning)
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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Tue, Thu, Sat

3.5 - 4 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)
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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Daily

4.5 hour(s) (morning)