Fun Boat Tours & Family Cruises, Big Island tours & activities, fun things to do in Big Island

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Enjoy a casual sailing cruise on a luxury yacht or explore the ocean floor in a submarine. Browse through a selection of boat tours you can enjoy the ocean while staying dry. Perfect for families and people who rather just enjoy the ride and not get wet.

Submarine & Glassbottom Boat

Perfect for families with small children, these ocean adventures let you see the colorful underwater world of the Big Island without having to use any equipment or even get yourself wet! The glass bottom boats provide relaxing cruises as you look through the viewing ports, perfect for kids of all ages. The submarine ride allows you to dive down to depths even scuba can't take you, so you can see Hawaii's marine life in its natural environment.
Fishing Charters & Tours

Embark on a fishing tour off the west coast of the Big Island to catch big game sport fish such as mahi mahi (dolphinfish), ahi (tuna), or marlin! Take a shorter half-day tour or spend the full day fishing on these shared and private charters. Not interested in angling? Look for ride-along options to relax on the boat, taking in the scenic views of Hawaii all around you. Whether you bag the big one or just relax on board, you're bound to have a good time on one of these Big Island fishing tours.
Whale Watching (Dec - Apr)

Every winter between the months of December and April, humpback whales migrate to the warm, Pacific waters of Hawaii to calve and nurse their newborns. If you're lucky, you'll be able to see the whales play offshore just by standing on the coast and looking out to the ocean! For a more reliable experience, book a whale watching tour, where you'll sail out into the water with an experienced captain and crew to find whales and observe them from a a close, but respectable, distance.
Day Sailing Cruise from Hilo

Enjoy these relaxing, scenic boat cruises around the beautiful Hilo coastline. A relatively new area of land, the beautiful, lush environment of Hilo's coast can be only seen from a boat, as there are few beaches in the area. Perfect for a day out, these small group tours are a great way to unwind while familiarizing yourself with the Big Island's stunning coast.
Traditional Hawaiian Sailing Canoe

Get a uniquely Hawaiian experience in these sailing tours that put you in a vessel the islands are famous for. Whether in an outrigger canoe or a double-hulled sailing raft, these ocean tours will allow you to experience the waters of Hawaii the same way the first Polynesian settlers did.

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Body Glove Afternoon Kona Whale Watching Tour (from Kona Pier)

Sail beautiful Kona coast in search of humpback whales! See and experience this phenomenon, a rare opportunity to listen to their songs and learn all about the annual Hawaii whale season.

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USD105.95

(61 reviews)

Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat

3 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Kona Atlantis Submarine Undersea Expedition [Open Soon]
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Submerge 100 feet under the water's surface to explore a 25-acre, natural coral reef! Marvel at the beauty of the ocean and other marine creatures from the comfort of a 48-passenger, air-conditioned submarine.

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USD133.56

(58 reviews)

Daily

1.5 - 5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Private Kona Glass Bottom Boat & Coral Reef Tour w/ Marine Naturalist [Open Now]

The ocean is at your fingertips with an affordable and family friendly ocean adventure on a private glass bottom boat cruise! Head out over tropical reef to observe marine life, and enjoy narration by knowledgeable and expert marine naturalists.

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From USD753.98

(21 reviews)

Daily

1.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon, evening)
Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise

Hop on-board this glass bottom boat featuring the vibrant coral reefs of Waikoloa! Relax and view marine life from the dry comfort of the boat.

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USD29.00

(18 reviews)

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(morning, afternoon)
Ocean Encounters Kona Whale Watch Cruise from Honokohau Harbor [Open Now]

Hop on board with Kona fishermen to search for majestic Humpback Whales during their winter migration on this exciting 2.5 hour boat tour.

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USD86.17

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3 hour(s) (afternoon)
"Bite Me 1" Sport Fishing Shared & Private Charter (Honokohau Harbor) [Open Now]
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Charter the "Bite Me" to the best fishing spot on the Kona Coast, the Grander Alley, rich with Mahi Mahi, Pacific Blue Marlin, and more!

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From USD97.76

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(9 reviews)

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4.5 - 8.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Hamakua Coast, Waterfalls & Hilo Bay Boat Cruises (Wailoa Harbor) [Open 2021]

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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2.5 hour(s) (afternoon)
Kona Sport Fishing Trip - Shared & Private Charters (from Kona Pier)

Climb aboard the "Bite Me 4" and fish at the best spot on the Kona Coast, Grander Alley! Typical catches are Mahi Mahi, Blue Marlin, and more!

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(4 reviews)

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4.5 - 8.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Sea Wife Kona Sport Fishing Trips (from Honokohau Harbor)

Go fishing and explore Kona's world-famous fishing grounds aboard the spacious 18-passenger Sea Wife. Whether you're brand new to fishing or a pro angler, you'll enjoy this Kona fishing charter. Keep any fish you catch at the end of the trip!

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USD116.81

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(16 reviews)

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4.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Kona Atlantis Submarine Expedition & Island Breeze Luau Combo [Open 2021]

Don't miss this amazing combo deal in Kona! Explore Kailua-Kona's underwater environment on the Atlantis Submarine, then immerse yourself in Hawaiian culture at the traditional Island Breeze Luau, both for one incredible price!

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USD234.81

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(19 reviews)

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2 day (morning, afternoon)
Atlantis Submarine Kona Adventure & Royal Kona Luau Combo Package
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Enjoy both an Atlantis Submarine dive and the spectacular Royal Kona Luau with this amazing value combo! Two of the most popular family-friendly activities in Kona are yours to enjoy at one amazing price!

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USD234.81

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(19 reviews)

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri

10.5 hour(s) - 2 day (morning, afternoon)
"Bite Me 3" Fishing Boat Charter (from Honokohau Harbor) [Open Now]
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Head out for a full or half day of at the Big Island's best fishing spot along the Kona Coast, Grander Alley! Catch Mahi Mahi, Ahi, Marlin and much more!

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From USD97.76

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(2 reviews)

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4.5 - 8.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Kona Submarine Adventure & Dolphin Watch Snorkel Cruise [Open 2021]
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See the best of Kona's waters with this family-friendly ocean activity combo package! Take on an undersea submarine tour to dive to 100 feet below, then snorkel among coral reef gardens and tropical fish at a marine sanctuary!

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USD260.66

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22.5 hour(s) - 2 day (morning, afternoon)
Hawaii Nautical Speed Boat Whale Watching Cruise from Waikoloa [Open Now]
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Come and join Hawaii Nautical's whale watching tour! Their Whale Watch Guarantee means if you don't see whales, you can sail again for free. The on-board naturalist and captain will make sure you find whales and enjoy your whale watching cruise!

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USD90.62

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2 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Hawaii Nautical Kohala Whale Watching Cruise [Open Now]

See humpback whales in Hawaii! From December through April, humpback whales migrate to the warm waters of Hawaii. Board the Lavakai to catch these beautiful mammals at their best on our exciting eco-friendly afternoon whale watching excursions.

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USD90.62

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2 hour(s) (afternoon)
Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Tour - Paddling & Sailing (From Hilo) [Open Now]
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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)
Whale Discovery Adventure -Whale Watching Cruise from Keauhou Bay [Open Now]
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Enjoy a two and a half hour speed boat adventure on a quick, maneuverable raft to see the Humpback whales as they come to Hawaii every winter to give birth. Join our naturalist team as they look for whales and listen to their beautiful song.

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USD95.86

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3 hour(s) (afternoon)
Atlantis Submarine Tour & Kona Body Glove Sunset Dinner Cruise Combo [Open Now]
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Embark on a Submarine and Dinner Cruise Combo in Kona! Explore the undersea world in a submarine diving to a depth that most people never get to visit. Then enjoy a delicious dinner cruise along the Kona Coast and Kealakekua Bay on a catamaran.

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USD260.66

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2 day (morning, afternoon)