BIG ISLAND
Ranked by traveller popularity
The 10 most popular guided on the Big Island. What they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Guided outrigger canoe tour in Kealakekua Bay with snorkeling gear, a small group, and family-tied Hawaiian history from local guides.
“Tour guide was very helpful. He was a good navigator. We were offered snacks & drinks. The snorkeling site was spectacular.”
Private 3-hour Kīlauea tour on Hawai‘i’s Big Island with a certified guide, lava tube walk, steam vents, flexible stops, and photos.
“Very informative, very professional WELL WITH THE COST. Would highly recommend. Beautiful tour very knowledgeable Jodi did great job”
GPS audio e-bike half-day through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, mostly downhill. Includes gear, support, and lava-tube views.
“Incredible way to see everything at Volcano National Park. Good exercise if you want or you can use the assist as much as needed. Gives you the ability to get to places you wouldn't have time to walk to or places your car is not allowed to go. Simply amazing and we will do this…”
Guided night snorkel in Kailua Kona to meet giant manta rays up close, with wetsuit gear provided and at least 35 minutes in water.
“Amazing swimming with the manta rays - they swan so close to us for over 30mins. The guides were all lovely and informative with further information throughout the time we were in the water. Wet suits provided. Clean boat. 20-30min boat ride to site. On way able to watch the sunset. Highly reccomend”
Self-guided GPS audio driving tour of Big Island from Kona to Volcanoes, waterfalls, black-sand coasts and gardens. Download once, go anytime.
“Great for those with a car and wanting to explore the entire island. Definitely stop at the historic sites- the ones near the Kona coffee tour loop have great little bays and beaches. The cattle area up North looked so beautiful- like a computer screensaver.”
Private 2-hour Kona surf lesson at Kahalu’u Beach Park with one-on-one coaching, gear (foam board, reef shoes, SPF shirt), and safety focused basics.
“My son had a blast! This was his second time taking lessons, but the first time riding solo on a board. Bradley was amazing and gave my son the added confidence to catch a wave (while standing!). If you’re ever on the Big Island. We recommend 1:1 sessions with Bradley”
3-hour Kīlauea guided hike in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: geology, native plants, rainforest walking, and possible lava glow.
“This is a rave review for a hike we didn't take. We had to cancel last minute and I felt the guide went above and beyond trying to help us reschedule (which she did not have to do). She also sent us a livestream link so we could see a bit of what we had…”
Offline audio self-drive of Hawaii Island for up to 4. Flexible stops from Hilo to Volcanoes, with lifetime access and easy app setup.
“Unfortunately, we have no memories to share because we were unable to get the app to work. It would not connect even though we had good service and it also had us starting from the wrong starting point although I entered the correct starting point several times.”
Small-group hibiscus farm tour near Honokaa with hydroponic growing, edible tastings, and plant lessons on the Hamakua Coast.
“As a gardener I loved this tour. The host was informative and overall the presentation was interesting. Our tour was rescheduled twice which wasn’t a problem for us but it might be for future visitors. The hibiscus edibles were delicious and finding the farm was easy. There wasn’t a ton to see by way of…”
A guided Big Island hike through Kilauea Iki and the Thurston Lava Tube, with breakfast, a picnic lunch, and stories from your guide.
“The Guide Jennifer was absolutely great and Sweet. We loved to here her storys and legends about the Volcanoe.”
