BIG ISLAND
Ranked by traveller popularity
The 10 most popular cycling tours on the Big Island. What they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Ride fat-tire e-bikes through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with small-group guides, snacks, and stops for craters, lava tube, and sea views.
“Fun bike ride around Volcano National Park. Guide was informative throughout the ride................”
Small-group mountain biking on Anna Ranch: full-suspension bikes, private Kohala trails, a 1,200-foot climb, volcano views, 2 hours.
“We had a great tour guide, Jeremy who was super patient and knowledgeable. The ride was very challenging even with the e-bikes but then again, I've never been mountain biking before. Others in the group had a much easier time then me. The bikes were high quality and very expensive with great suspension to cushion…”
GPS audio e-bike half-day through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, mostly downhill. Includes gear, support, and lava-tube views.
“This was an incredibly fun way to see the volcano. I am 52 yo and my wife is 46 yo. We are in pretty good shape. The bikes are in good shape and do not require much exertion at all. Highly recommend!”
Rent a fat-tire e-bike for 3 hours in Volcanoes National Park and cruise fast past traffic, with helmet and lock included.
“Nicole was an awesome guide; friendly knowledgeable, patient and fun. We learned so much about Hawaii’s volcano national park and history of the flora.”
E-bike around Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with GPS audio, steam vents, a lava tube walk, and possible Kīlauea lava views.
“Awesome! Easy to get into park. Missed all the crowds parking & walking. Best way to see the park for sure.”
Ride South Point on a full-suspension e-bike toward Paiaha‘a Bay for sea turtle chances, ocean views, and a fun, low-stress coast cruise.
“This e-mountain bike tour was a great experience! Nathan was an awesome guide—super easygoing and really accommodating when we had to reschedule. The bikes were in great shape and so much fun to ride. The trail had a perfect mix of terrain—rocks, sand, and dirt—so it felt adventurous without being too technical. We got to…”
Private electric bike and lava hike in Pāhoa covering 2018 Leilani eruption fissures with local eyewitness Stacy Welch in about 2 hours.
“Local perspective of the lava flow, knowledgeable tour guide, little emphasis on the e-bike ride part, but made it easy to get to the area. Very personable experience. Super fun time.”
Guided e-mountain biking at Anna Ranch in Waimea: waterfalls, big views, and Hawaiian ranch history. About 4 hours for $199.
“We rode twice with Big Island Bike Tours last week on vacation.”
Ride an e-bike to Umauma Falls in Hakalau for Hawaiian culture lessons and an optional swim at a private waterfall.
“We enjoyed the experience. Some of the guides were amazing and others were not happy to be there. Most of the lines didn’t have great views but it was overall fine.”
Chase Haleakalā sunrise, then bike the Famous 29 switchbacks twice on a guided downhill from near 6,500 ft, with a Makawao breakfast stop.
