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Enjoy the best activities that beautiful Big island has to offer, rated the highest by our visitors. Don't settle for less than fabulous as you explore the most popular sights of this tropical paradise, from volcanoes to rainforest hikes, exploring a rugged landscape via ATV and horseback rides, soaring over the lush greenery and volcanic craters from a helicopter, and more! Witness the majesty of this island from every angle as you explore by air, sea, and land.
Volcano Sightseeing Tours
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures & Stars
Waipio Valley Tours
Big Island Luau Tickets
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Submarine & Glassbottom Boat
Sunset Cocktail Sails
Big Island Snorkeling Tours
ATV Tours & Off-Road Adventures
Horseback Riding Tours
Helicopter & Air Tours
Dolphin Tours
Sunset Dinner Cruises
Kayaking Tours
Zipline Adventures
Volcano Night Lava Viewing Tours
Big Island Whale Watch Tours
Kohala Adventures & Things to Do
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126 Activities Availability varies by date for all activities.
Get ready to have the time of your life with interactive and hands-on experiences with dolphins
A variety of different programs are available for all ages, perfect for families, couples & friends
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
1 - 2 hour(s)
Daily
Recently booked 2 times!
Have the best Big Island evening at a luau rated the best by readers of Hawaii Magazine
Taste exotic flavors and locally sourced island ingredients at an outdoor restaurant experience
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Evening
3.5 - 4 hour(s)
Sun / Tue / Fri Only, Wheelchair accessible
Embark on the original four-wheel drive tour to the Big Island's Waipio Valley
Explore one of the most secluded and sacred locations in Hawaii with a convenient shuttle tour
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon / Evening
2 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Recently booked 6 times!
Visit Volcanoes National Park, Punaluu Black Sand Beach, Rainbow Falls, a Winery and a Coffee Farm
Treat yourself to a gourmet lunch at a restaurant with stunning views of the Kilauea caldera
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
10 - 11.5 hour(s)
Daily
Feel the spirit of Aloha, and enjoy the best oceanfront luau experience at the Royal Kona Resort
Dine on a traditional Polynesian dinner buffet accompanied by an open bar with premium drinks
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Evening
3.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Fri Only, Wheelchair accessible
Join a captivating Mauna Kea guided tour to explore the summit and watch a stunning sunset
Experience mesmerizing stargazing adventure with a high-powered telescope and laser pen!
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon
6.5 - 8 hour(s)
Daily
Recently booked 2 times!
Join Hawaii Nautical on a 90-minute sunset cruise along the scenic Kohala coastline
Your first 2 drinks are complimentary! After that, beers are $1.00, and wine & cocktails are $2.00
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Meal Not Provided
Afternoon
Daily
Embark on a 50-min flight over waterfalls, Kilauea Volcano's East Rift Zone & black sand beaches
Enjoy incredible views of craters & lava fields created by eruptions in the recent decades
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Daily, Wheelchair accessible
Get ready for an exhilarating ATV tour with waterfall swim at Umauma Falls
Listed price is per group. Choose from a Solo-rider ATV or Side-by-Side UTVs for up to 4 passengers
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Watch the sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea
Stargaze from the slopes of Mauna Kea using large portable telescopes and high power lasers
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon
4.5 - 8.5 hour(s)
Daily
Explore Volcanoes National Park, tour a Coffee Farm and visit the iconic Punaluu Black Sand Beach
Stargaze from the slopes of Mauna Kea. Observe stars, planets & galaxies under a pristine night sky
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
10 - 12.5 hour(s)
Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
2.5 Hour Big Island off-road ATV tour through the rainforests of Kohala and Pololu Valley
Discover the Kohala's rugged backcountry in UTVs that accommodate up to 4 guests. Price is per group
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2.5 hour(s)
Weekdays Only
Explore volcanic craters, steam vents, crater rim trails and a lava tube in Volcanoes National Park
See some of the most dramatic waterfalls and scenic valleys on the island
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
10 - 13.5 hour(s)
Daily
Enjoy a award-winning Kealakekua Bay snorkeling tour with Fair Wind Cruises
Have a deluxe experience on the 4.5-hour Morning Cruise. Plant-Based breakfast & lunch included
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
4 - 5 hour(s)
Daily
Have an authentic luau experience on the Big Island of Hawaii with Kona's most popular luau show
Watch the arrival of the Royal Court of King Kamehameha, accompanied by the ancient chants of Hawaii
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Evening
3 hour(s)
Sun / Tue / Wed / Thu Only, Wheelchair accessible
90 minute Big Island zipline tour
9 lines spanning across 2 miles of tropical rainforest and waterfalls
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Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2.5 - 4.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Experience the beauty of Hawaii from a whole new perspective on a circle island helicopter flight
Incredible aerial views of volcanoes, lava fields, towering sea cliffs, lush valleys & waterfalls
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
3 - 3.5 hour(s)
Daily, Wheelchair accessible
Experience 7 amazing ziplines with awe-inspiring landscape and ocean views
Soar above and over the 250ft Kolekole waterfall, just downstream from the famous Akaka Falls
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Swim with Manta Rays in Hawaii and choose from a 2.5-hour sunset & 2-hour moonlight cruise
Includes beverages, snacks, hot cocoa, wetsuit & snorkel gear. Small-group tour for up to 18 guests
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
2.5 - 3 hour(s)
Daily
Get ready for a 45-min evening manta ray snorkeling tour in Kona. Only 8 guests per floating board
If you do not spot any manta rays during the activity, you can come back again for free!
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
2 hour(s)
Daily
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2025/05/18 Families The relaxing and exciting way to see Big Island

Shawn is super polite and well educated in many topics regarding the lava, plant life, history and sites on the islands. He was particularly helpful in suggesting to us to change the itinerary so we could see the active ... more

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Dolphin Quest Hawaii - Dolphin Swim & Encounter at Hilton Waikoloa Village

Best Birthday Gift Ever

2025/05/17 Families with Young Children Ralph and Landon

Planned this trip for over a year to go to Hawaii and all my boy would talk about was swimming with the dolphins. So for his 9th birthday I gave him the best birthday gift ever is what he told me with the biggest hug I’v... more

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Kohala Coast Private Catamaran Charter & Snorkel Tour - Big Island Shaka

Excellent Boat Outing on the Big Island!

2025/05/16 Families CAR

Incredible day with an excellent crew for a fabulous day of boating on the Big Island of Hawaii! The crew was fantastic and so informative!

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Peaceful and spiritual

2025/05/16 Solo Travelers Nature love

Absolutely amazing. You can feel the spirit and history of the land. Like no other place.

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Wonderful Wai’pio tour

2025/05/14 Couples Ekl

We had a great driver/tour guide in Omar. He shared his love for the valley where he was born and raised with such joy and we felt like we got an insider’s view. The personal anecdotes about his family, and tales of fis... more

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Twilight Volcano Tour with Stargazing, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm

AMAZING EXPERIENCE 10/10

2025/05/12 Friends Sarah 5-10-25

This tour was mind blowing especially because of tour guide Felix! He showed us all the best spots and gave so much interesting history and facts without making you want to fall asleep LOL. First time in Hawaii and I’m s... more

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Top 10 Best Things to Do Big Island | Book Big Island Tours, Activities & Things to Do with HawaiiActivities.com
Enjoy the best activities that beautiful Big island has to offer, rated the highest by our visitors. Don't settle for less than fabulous as you explore the most popular sights of this tropical paradise, from volcanoes to rainforest hikes, exploring a rugged landscape via ATV and horseback rides, soaring over the lush greenery and volcanic craters from a helicopter, and more! Witness the majesty of this island from every angle as you explore by air, sea, and land.