Tours in Big Island of Hawaii

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to active volcanoes and historic craters. Delight in the charming vistas of Hilo Town. Your knowledgeable driver-guide will enrich your journey with tales of the area's legends, history, and culture, highlighting scenic wonders throughout the tour. Note: This tour is available with hotel pickups exclusively in the Hilo area (Not Kona).

Why choose Eka over the others? Our small group sizes of 12 or less allow us to assist each guest, keep everyone accounted for, and move freely in the water towards the best manta viewing! Big groups stay tethered to their boats. Our 1-hour tour travels just a few minutes to and from the manta ray site. We spend less time loading/unloading and more time doing what matters: snorkeling with the manta rays! Located in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii, Eka Canoe Adventures specializes in manta ray snorkeling experiences with a cultural touch. One of a few historically accurate Hawaiian double-hulled canoes, Wa'a Kini Kini is your unique gateway to the waters of the Kona coastline. Regarded by the Travel Channel as one of the most thrilling experiences on earth, the manta ray night snorkel experience is an activity that can only be enjoyed in a few locations globally. Manta ray snorkeling will give you an unforgettable, humbling, and awe-inspiring sensation.

You enjoy sunset cruising, and then, You enjoy the world famous Manta ray night snorkeling by private charter on our comfortable Luxury boat. It will be a wonderful and unforgettable experience of your life!

See parts of the Island most residents of Hawaii never see! Explore further down the pristine South Kona Coast than any other snorkeling tour company and snorkel at 3 incredible locations including Kealakekua Bay, the culturally significant Pu’uhonua O Honaunau, and a third remote location inaccessible any other way. Perhaps you’ll snorkel at a black sand beach and have it all to yourselves. Maybe a stone arch or a spectacular lava rock formation created thousands of years ago. Explore sea caves and lava tubes in our safe, exciting, and maneuverable custom vessels designed to get you up close and personal with the coast. Scout for marine life such as pilot whales as long as your boat, Hawaiian spinner dolphins, green sea turtles, and more. Lunch is provided, as are snacks, water & juice throughout the day. All the snorkeling gear and flotation devices you need as well. You simply show up in your swimsuit with your reef-safe sunscreen and towel in hand and away we go!

*Just added to this tour, now fully customizable for all of the West side of the big island, no longer just the Ali'i Drive waterfront area* See all the highlights of Ali'i Drive at your pace in our luxurious custom van. Do you want a mix of beach, shopping and dinning on your timing? Let us haul your group around! We can accommodate if your group wants to split up or even a trip to the grocery store. All tours include the complementary use of beach gear including 2 beach umbrellas, chairs and towels. Price per group not per person (max 8). Unmatched flexibility, have something in mind just ask.

This two-and-a-half hour whale watch tour with a certified naturalist departs from the Kailua-Kona pier during whale season (December to April). Hear singing males on the PA system through a hydrophone and take photos of whales up-close. Snacks and beverages are included (no-host bar also available). Whale sightings are guaranteed, or you can come again free!

Try your kayak tour, Hawaiian style, with our traditional one-of-a-kind outrigger canoes. We offer Outrigger Canoe Tours to the famous Captain Cook Monument in Kealakekua Bay. On this guided Big Island outrigger canoe tour, hear the history of Captain Cook as well as surrounding temples, and, after paddling past the sea cliffs and caves, you'll snorkel and swim in the clear waters of this Marine Life Conservation Area.

Spend an afternoon with our certified guides and enjoy the majestic scenery of Kealakekua Bay while learning about its rich history and cultural importance. We kayak the Bay from the Pier at Napoo’poo landing across the the protected shore of Ka’awaloa where we spend our time leisurely snorkeling above beautiful coral heads and a drop off that plunges to almost 250?. We’ll enjoy a light snack and some drinks on shore and share stories from Captain Cooks visits to the island while visiting his monument. The paddle back always seems to end too soon and before you know it we’re back at the pier where the tour wraps up.

Hawaii is a well-known hotspot for UFO activity, making it the perfect place to explore the unseen world of the night sky. Join Galactic Ambassador Dr. Lisa Thompson on this 1.5-hour Intro UFO Tour, where you’ll gain a whole new perspective on what’s above us. Using advanced 3rd-generation military night vision goggles, you’ll learn to identify known objects—satellites, planes, and helicopters—before shifting your focus to the unknown. With Dr. Lisa as your guide, you’ll hear firsthand UFO encounters, explore the emerging remembrance of our galactic ancestors, and open yourself to the mysteries of the universe. This experience takes place in a comfortable outdoor setting, where you’ll sit beneath Hawaii’s star-filled sky, listening to captivating stories and watching the heavens in a way you never have before. The exact meeting location is provided within 24 hours of the tour. As a weather-dependent event, we monitor conditions closely to ensure the best experience possible.

None of your friends and family want to go fishing with you? Don't have to be "the one" who reels it in but want to enjoy an inexpensive day on the water? A shared charter is for you. This is a per person deal with six guests maximum per trip. Experience being out on the water at a fraction of the cost with an equal opportunity to catch a fish. Learn about the history and culture of the island from the friendly captain and crew and relax on the boat and wait to see if a marlin, yellow fin tuna, mahimahi or spearfish bite. Bite Me Sportfishing operates multiple vessels. Due to booking minimums and unforeseen circumstances you may be moved to another boat other than the one you were confirmed on.

Explore Volcanoes National park, home to Kīlauea, the most active volcano in the world. Learn how volcanic events have impacted the landscape and the lives of the people that live here. Highlights of the tour include a stop at Rainbow Falls, a waterfall with an 80-foot drop, known for the many rainbows formed in its surrounding mist. Sit back and relax as you are transported in your air-conditioned motor coach to Volcanoes National Park where 70 million years of volcanic history are on display. Should their be volcanic activity, route's may be altered with out notice due to safety concerns for guest and employee's. 0830              Leave Hilo

Set sail on the Honi Olani, a 53-foot sailing catamaran, and explore the stunning Kona coastline. This 1.5-hour journey from Honokohau Harbor offers a chance to bask in the sun and enjoy the ocean breeze while taking in the breathtaking views. Keep an eye out for dolphins, turtles, and even humpback whales during whale season (December through April). The Hawaiian green sea turtle, known as honu, is revered by locals as a symbol of wisdom and good luck. Refresh yourself with complimentary soda, juice, or water as you glide along the Pacific waters, making this a perfect outing for wildlife lovers and sea enthusiasts alike.

Experience farm to table in an incredibly personal and authentic way, led be a member of our community who is passionate about growing food, and sharing it with others. We grow over 30 types of food, and will harvest fresh produce together. We will use whatever is in season to make a delicious meal together! After harvesting, we will prepare our meal in our barns beautifully finished loft, with views of Hilo Bay and Mauna Kea.

Kilauea Volcano is a magnificent presence on the Big Island of Hawai'i and this small-group, or exclusive private tour focuses primarily on Kilauea and Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Because of Kilauea's diverse landscapes, stunning beauty, and vast, almost unending site seeing potential; we have decided to dedicate an entire day to exploring Kilauea volcano. All the way from her amazing summit, to her ever-growing shores.

Here is your chance to visit Kilauea volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this inter-island excursion, you’ll visit the famous Kona coffee belt, Punalu’u Black Sand beach, Volcanoes National Park, and a discovery of the life of the world’s most active volcano. See amazing natural formations, including the Kilauea Iki Steam Vents and the Thurston Lava Tube, to the chronological life of the volcano at the Kilauea volcano visitor center, Kilauea Iki rainforest and overlook to see Halema’uma’u Crater. This exciting tour to Hawaii’s most distinct feature is sure to highlight your vacation. Book your tour today and witness the power of Kilauea volcano and the Big Island.

With the world-renowned and historic destination of Kealakekua Bay just minutes from our point of departure, the Captain Cook Exclusive is a personal, exciting, and efficient way to see the Bay named one of the world’s best snorkeling locations. Kealakekua Bay is a 315-acre marine sanctuary that boasts incredibly protected waters year round making it the best place in Hawaii for beginning snorkelers. After a full hour of snorkeling in the crystal clear waters directly in front of the monument to Captain James Cook, you make your way back to Keauhou Bay along the South Kona coastline. Your Captain maneuvers our custom-made vessels into the sea caves at the base of Hualalai, hugging the coast and detailing the culturally significant and geologically fascinating features along the way. Watch for dolphins, whales, sea turtles, and even herds of thousands of goats! If you plan on snorkeling while in Hawaii and want to see what few do, this is the tour for you.

Learn to surf with Kona’s best local surfing instructors specializing in beginners of all ages and skill levels in a fun, safe, and comfortable environment, we guarantee you will ride a wave! Ohana Surf Lessons is Fully Insured and all instructors are lifeguards, First Aid and CPR Certified. Rest assured knowing your family is safe in the hands of professional and trained watermen.

Learn about the legends of the waterfall attractions and the history of the Hamakua Coastline. Enjoy the breath-taking scenes along the way.

Waterfall & Volcano Adventure Tour. This tour will take you to all the tourist attraction in or near Hilo. Let this local operator make your day full of joyful memories. Volcanoes eruptions will amaze you with it's size and active volcanic eruptions. The lava flow area includes 323,431 acres of land. Over half of the park is designated the Hawaii Volcanoes Wilderness area. The park encompasses diverse environments that range from sea level to the summit of the Earth's most massive active volcano.

Sightsee along the stunning Kohala coastline on the beautiful catamaran, Spirit of Aloha. Look out for marine life that call the ocean their home.

We leave from Magic Sands Beach, located in beautiful Kailua Kona area. Then we head over to the majectic Kilauea Volcano. On a Kilauea volcano tour from Kahaluu-Keauhou, expect to witness the dramatic landscape of the Hawaiian Islands' volcanic landscape, including the Kīlauea caldera and potentially active lava flows from various overlooks, alongside opportunities for hikes like the Kīlauea Iki trail, and a visit to the Kīlauea Visitor Center. Witness the Kilauea Volcano: Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes on Earth, and a tour will allow you to get up close with the landscape created by volcanic activity. We stop for yummy breakfast, enjoying the beautiful views After Volcano we head over to the famous Black Sand beach, we explore the surrounding areas and beautiful sea life including turtles. We stop by the charming coffee and chocolate farm tour on the wayback. There are plenty of animals to see, including parrots some local herbs. This is our lunch spot.

Book us to see more of the National Park than you will with any other company! The price listed is for the whole vehicle, all 11 seats. Private tours offer you so much flexibility—you see what you want when you want! Your certified guide will ensure you have the best time possible and see everything you can. See a Japanese garden and a famous group of trees planted by some well-known names, a breathtaking 80ft waterfall, a lava tube then off we go to the summit of Kilauea at Volcanoes National Park, the most visited volcanic area on Earth. The park highlights the two most active volcanoes in the world, Mauna Loa and Kilauea. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a must-see in Hawaii! Have lunch or coffee while looking at the famous Halemaumau crater! If we don't have availability for your date, please contact us. This tour is perfect for multi-generational families or groups of any age. Per state law, children under 5 must be in a proper car seat, we don't provide those seats.

What sets our customizable tour apart is our commitment to creating a truly personalized experience that goes beyond the standard offerings. We prioritize your interests and preferences, working closely with you to design an itinerary that reflects your unique vision of exploring the Big Island. With our expert guides, you'll gain deeper insights into Hawaii's culture and history, bringing each location to life with stories and local knowledge. Additionally, our transparent pricing structure ensures you know exactly what to expect, with the base price including essential services and the flexibility to add extra experiences as desired. This approach allows you to craft a tour that fits your budget and interests, providing a tailored adventure that stands out from more generic options. Our focus on personalization, expertise, and transparency ensures a memorable and enriching experience that truly captures the essence of Hawaii.

Native Hawaiian guided tours, get the best and the most of what people truly want to experience in the Big Island! Being that we are a family operated business means super clean luxury vans and pride in our work & attitude to give you the absolute best island memories ever!