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Green mountains of Waimea on the Big Island of Hawaii

Tours & Experiences on
BIG ISLAND

From volcanoes and manta rays to cloud forests and coastal trails, each tour here is handpicked for those who want to see Hawai‘i’s raw side.

Big Island

Kohala

CANOE SAILING AT MAUNA KEA BEACH

Boat & Sail, Kayak & Paddle

Sail the Kohala Coast aboard a handcrafted replica of an ancient Hawaiian double-hulled canoe—a rare chance to experience the islands the way Polynesian voyagers once did.

Big Island

Kona

CLOUD FOREST WALKING TOUR IN KONA

Hiking, Culture & History, Wildlife, Wellness

A 2.5-hour guided walk through one of the world’s rarest ecosystems—Hawai‘i’s cloud forest—where you’ll explore reforested trails, native birdsong, and plant life you won’t find anywhere else in the U.S.

Big Island

Kona

COFFEE BREWING CLASS ON A FARM

Farm

A hands-on brewing workshop at a working Kona coffee farm where you’ll taste, learn, and master the art of making your best cup—French press to pour-over.

Big Island

Kona

HIKE HUALALAI VOLCANO IN KONA

Culture & History, Hiking

A guided half-day trek up Hualālai’s slopes, exploring private lava flows, hidden pit craters, cloud forest, and an ancient lava tube—without the crowds, in a sacred volcanic landscape.

Big Island

Kohala

HIKE TO PRIVATE WATERFALLS IN KOHALA

Culture & History, Hiking, Wildlife

A 6–7 hour guided adventure through North Kohala that blends off-road access, private waterfalls, short hikes, and picnic views of one of the Big Island’s most scenic coastlines.

Big Island

Kona

KAYAK & SNORKEL IN KEALAKEKUA BAY

Kayak & Paddle, Snorkel

Paddle across the protected waters of Kealakekua Bay to snorkel one of Hawai‘i’s most vibrant marine sanctuaries, surrounded by rich Hawaiian history and the cliffs of Ka‘awaloa.

Big Island

Kona

MANTA RAY NIGHT SNORKEL IN KONA

Wildlife, Night, Snorkel

Nowhere else on Earth does this happen like it does here—Kona’s legendary night snorkel puts you face to face with giant manta rays, swirling just inches away in glowing underwater light.

Big Island

Kona

MAUNAKEA SUMMIT & STARGAZING

Culture & History, Night

Ascend from sea level to the summit of Maunakea for a sunset above the clouds, followed by stargazing through powerful telescopes under one of the clearest night skies on Earth.

Big Island

Kona

POLYNESIAN WOOD CARVING IN HOLUALOA

Farm, Culture & History

A hands-on introduction to traditional wood carving with a 4th-generation Master Carver.

Big Island

Kona

SEA SALT FARM TOUR IN KONA

Farm, Culture & History

Explore a working oceanfront salt farm on the lava coast of Kona and taste mineral-rich Hawaiian sea salt harvested from 2,200 feet below the surface.

Big Island

Kona

SNORKEL CHARTER TO CAPTAIN COOK & SEA CAVES

Boat & Sail, Snorkel, Wildlife

A 4-hour small-boat adventure for up to 12 guests along South Kona’s coastline, with snorkeling at two legendary bays—Kealakekua and Hōnaunau—plus lava tubes, sea caves, and local stories that bring the coastline’s history to life.

Big Island

Kona

SOUND BATH MEDITATION IN KONA

Wellness, Culture & History

A slow, immersive sound journey in a high-elevation cloud forest, where the only thing louder than the gongs is the quiet you didn’t know you needed.

Big Island

Kohala

SUNSET HORSEBACK RIDE IN KOHALA

Farm, Horseback

Golden hour on horseback, riding through open pastures above the Kohala Coast, with nothing but wide skies, paniolo (cowboy) stories, and the sound of hooves on dirt.

Big Island

Kona

TROPICAL FRUIT TASTING IN HOLUALOA

Farm, Wellness

A one-hour guided walk through a lush Holualoa fruit farm, sampling seasonal tropical produce—from pineapple and mangosteen to lychee and jabuticaba—amidst gardens and grove.

Big Island

Kona

VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK GUIDED TOUR

Driving Tour, Hiking

Explore Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park with expert guides on a full-day journey that pairs volcanic craters and lava tubes with a private chocolate tasting and a stop at Rainbow Falls.

Big Island

Kohala

ZIPLINE ADVENTURE IN KOHALA

Zipline & Bike, Hiking

A fast, forested canopy tour through towering trees and across 8 ziplines, 6 sky bridges, and one rappel—set on private land in North Kohala with sweeping coastal views.

How do we select experiences & tours?

We choose each one for quality, respect for place, and a small group feel. We read real reviews, talk with local guides, and sometimes try the experiences ourselves before adding them here. From O‘ahu to Kaua‘i, every tour is handpicked to help you see Hawai‘i thoughtfully.

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