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The major resort centers of the Big Islands, these areas offer plenty to see and do for people staying nearby. As comfortable as your resort might be, you won't really experience the island until you get out and do something! Each of these areas offers their own attractions, climate, and atmosphere. Whether you're on the verdant Hilo side, the historic Waikoloa, or the dry, volcanic Kailua-Kona area, you'll find below a variety of activities for you to take part in, conveniently located nearby.
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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
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
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 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
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon
Daily
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
Recently booked 3 times!
Enjoy the only Big Island stargazing tour featuring evening stargazing & daytime solar viewing
Look to the heavens using a large aperture Dobsonian telescope, the best telescope to see the skies
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon / Evening
4 - 7.5 hour(s)
Sun / Mon / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Recently booked 4 times!
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
Recently booked 2 times!
Join a relaxing 90-min Sunset Cruise. Sail along the scenic Kona coast and enjoy tropical cocktails
Includes snacks and 2 Drinks. Enjoy Happy Hour Specials! $1 Beers & $2 Cocktails
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
2 hour(s)
Sun / Mon / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Recently booked 2 times!
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
Enjoy an exclusive cruise aboard a 51-foot luxury sailing catamaran yacht for maximum 6 guests
Spacious settings with 4 cabins, 4 restrooms, air conditioning, indoor, outdoor and lounging areas
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon / Evening
Daily
Enjoy a 3-hour sunset dinner cruise aboard Body Glove with live music
Includes Hawaiian-style dinner, live entertainment and one cocktail
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Sun / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only, Wheelchair accessible
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
Step aboard a Glass Bottom Boat and explore the amazing Hawaiian reef
Enjoy a 30 minute tour in the protected waters of Anaeho’omalu Bay
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
1 hour(s)
Daily
Recently booked 5 times!
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
Enjoy a 2-hour manta ray dive tour with an expert guide. Sunset or moonlight tours available daily
Includes hot beverages and snorkel gear
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
2.5 hour(s)
Daily
Dive 100 feet below the surface of the ocean in the world’s largest recreational submarine
See turtles, sharks, stingrays, yellow tangs, eels, and many other species of underwater marine life
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Daily
Embark on a private 3-hour catamaran snorkel sail to Big Island snorkel spots for up to 6 guests
Upgrade to a premium experience complete with a catatered food menu and champagne
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Daily
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
Delight in the awe-inspiring Hawaiian sunset at Mauna Kea summit
After a picnic-style dinner, enjoy a narrated stargazing at the Mauna Kea Visitor Center
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon
5 - 9 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
90 minute Big Island zipline tour
9 lines spanning across 2 miles of tropical rainforest and waterfalls
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2.5 - 4.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only

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Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Hawaii Forest & Trail

The MOST AMAZING Tour ever - once in a life time

2025/01/20 Couples Bob and Rita

I would not change one thing about this tour. It exceeded our expectations. the communication before the experience was excellent. Jason was an exceptional guide - so attentive! He is an expert in astronomy and Hawaiian ... more

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Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona

Eventful

2025/01/19 Families Kara

3 manta rays out, so scary but so beautiful! a memory our kids will get to have forever!

Evening Volcano Tour from Hilo - Kalapana Village, Black Sand Beach & Dinner

WOW!

2025/01/19 Families Kara

Great day, we got lucky to get to see the current ruption! What a perfect experience.

King Kayak Hawaii - Keauhou Bay Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

Amazing!

2025/01/15 Couples Court

Kevin was fantastic! He gave us wonderful instruction and tips for the tandem kayak.
He also gave us amazing information on the island and ocean. Kevin provided all equipment and even water.
We had the best time snork... more

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Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove

Unbeatable views

2025/01/14 Couples Kara

The Big Island sunset is stuck in our brain, we wish to be back on the gorgeous Kona waters!

Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar

Luau

2024/11/28 Couples Kay

It was fun. Nice weather.
Food was disappointing. Chairs were not comfortable. Entertainment was great.

Things to do near your resort | Book Big Island Tours, Activities & Things to Do with HawaiiActivities.com
The major resort centers of the Big Islands, these areas offer plenty to see and do for people staying nearby. As comfortable as your resort might be, you won't really experience the island until you get out and do something! Each of these areas offers their own attractions, climate, and atmosphere. Whether you're on the verdant Hilo side, the historic Waikoloa, or the dry, volcanic Kailua-Kona area, you'll find below a variety of activities for you to take part in, conveniently located nearby.