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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Hilo Tropical Wonders - Waterfall Swim & Fruit Farm Tour
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Discover the hidden beauty of the Big Island. Visit 4 different waterfalls in Hilo, including the famous Rainbow Falls. Swim, Kayak, or Paddle under a 120 ft private waterfall at Ok Fruit Farm.

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USD150.00

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(4 reviews)

Tue, Thu, Sat

4 - 4.5 hour(s) (morning)
Hilo Whale Watch Cruise Cruise - Small Group Expedition
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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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USD135.00

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(1 review)

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

2.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Waipio Valley Off-Road Explorer & Waterfalls Tour (Kona & Hilo Departures)
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Embark on an off-road adventure into the secluded Waipio Valley. Choose to depart from Kona or Hilo and visit the Valley of the Kings, Akaka Falls & Rainbow Falls.

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From USD207.83

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(2 reviews)

Daily

6.5 - 10 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Private VIP Hilo & Haumakua Coast Sightseeing Tours
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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 personalized VIP tour of beautiful Hawaii!

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From USD140.62

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Daily

6 - 8 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Hilo Guided Beach Snorkel at Sea Turtle Lagoon & Black Sand Beach
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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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USD109.00

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Daily

(morning, afternoon)
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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USD119.00

Mon, Wed, Fri

4 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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From USD165.00

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Daily

4.5 - 5.5 hour(s) (morning)
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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USD109.00

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Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

2.5 hour(s) (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 - 2.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)