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Enjoy the best activities that beautiful Big island has to offer, rated the highest by our visitors. Don't settle for less than fabulous as you explore the most popular sights of this tropical paradise, from volcanoes to rainforest hikes, exploring a rugged landscape via ATV and horseback rides, soaring over the lush greenery and volcanic craters from a helicopter, and more! Witness the majesty of this island from every angle as you explore by air, sea, and land.
Volcano Sightseeing Tours
Big Island Highlights Tour - Volcano, Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, Coffee & Wine
Twilight Volcano Tour with Stargazing, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm
Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
Kilauea Volcano Guided Hiking Tours | Small Group & Private Experiences
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Tour & Tropical Waterfalls Sightseeing from Hilo
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures & Stars
Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Dinner - Hawaii Forest & Trail
Waipio Valley Tours
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
Big Island Highlights Tour - Volcano, Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, Coffee & Wine
Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
Ultimate Hawaii Circle Island Sightseeing, Kilauea Volcano & Waterfall Tour
Hawaii Waterfall Swim Adventure, Waipio Valley Lookout & Botanical Garden
Big Island Luau Tickets
Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village
Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau with Open Bar - Voyagers of the Pacific Show
Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar
Hawaii Loa Kohala Luau & Dinner Show with Open Bar at Fairmont Orchid Waikoloa
Hale Hoaloha Luau at Mauna Lani - Polynesian Dinner & Show with Fireknife Dance
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour - Small-Group Adventure from Keauhou Bay
Kona Sunset & Moonlight Wild Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Wahine Charters
Ocean Encounters Manta Ray Snorkel Tour - Sunset & Moonlight Cruise from Kona
Hawaii Manta Ray Sunset & Night Time Snorkel Experience from Kona - Iruka
Deluxe Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Cruise from Keauhou Bay - Hula Kai
Submarine & Glassbottom Boat
Atlantis Kona Submarine Tour & Undersea Adventure - Descend up to 100 feet
Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Cruise from Waikoloa | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free
Kona Glassbottom Boat & Guided Coral Reef Tour with Marine Naturalist
Sunset Cocktail Sails
Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki
Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove
Kailua-Kona Sunset Cocktail with Free Drinks - Honi Olani Catamaran
Waikoloa Private Charter Boat & Sunset Sail - Big Island Shaka
Big Island Snorkeling Tours
Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
Spirit of Aloha Kohala Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch & Drinks - Hawaii Nautical
4.5-Hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Tour & Dolphin Watch with Lunch - Body Glove Cruise
Kohala Coast Private Catamaran Charter & Snorkel Tour - Big Island Shaka
Kona Luxury Snorkel Sail - No Wiki Sailing Catamaran Private & Shared Charters
ATV Tours & Off-Road Adventures
Hawaii ATV Ride Tour at Kohala Coast - Sea to Mountain Off-Road Adventure
Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Big Island ATV Tour & Ranch Off-Road Adventure from Hamakua - All About The View
Horseback Riding Tours
Hawaii Horseback Riding Tour with Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
Naalapa Stables Kohala Horseback Riding Tour on Kahua Ranch
Big Island Horseback Ride - Hamakua Coast Trail from Mountain to Ocean
Helicopter & Air Tours
Big Island Spectacular Circle Island Helicopter Flight with Landing Option
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Discover Hilo Tour - Volcanic Landscapes & Waterfalls
Mauna Loa Helicopter Private Big Island Tour - Doors On & Off Flights from Kona
Kona Air Tour to Hualalai Volcano & Kealakekua Bay - Rainbow Helicopters
Private Scenic Kona Coast Doors On & Off Flights - Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours
Dolphin Tours
Dolphin Quest Hawaii - Dolphin Swim & Encounter at Hilton Waikoloa Village
4.5-Hour Deluxe Kona Snorkel Tour & Dolphin Watch with Lunch - Body Glove Cruise
Kona 2-Stop Snorkel Tour & Premium Ocean Raft Dolphin Watch Safari with Lunch
Captain Cook Express 2.5-Hour Ocean Raft Adventure - Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay
2-Hour Kona Kayak Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Tour at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari
Sunset Dinner Cruises
Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove
Kona Golden Hour Sunset Ocean Rafting Cruise with Dinner - Body Glove Cruises
Kayaking Tours
Hawaiian Canoe Paddling Tour Adventure from Waikoloa - Hulakai
Kona Kayaking & Snorkeling Sea Cave Adventure at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari's
2-Hour Kona Kayak Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Tour at Keauhou Bay - Ocean Safari
King Kayak Hawaii - Keauhou Bay Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour
Kealakekua Bay Guided Kayak & Captain Cook Snorkel Tour - Adventures In Paradise
Zipline Adventures
Umauma Falls Zipline Tour & Waterfall Swim Adventure
Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure
Hilo 8-Line Zipline & Suspension Bridge Rainforest Adventure with Free Photos
Kohala Zipline Treetop Canopy Adventure with Optional Waterfall Swim Upgrade
Volcano Night Lava Viewing Tours
Twilight Volcano Tour with Stargazing, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm
Evening Volcano Explorer Adventure, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm Tour
Big Island Private Sightseeing Tour by KapohoKine - Customize Your Itinerary
Deluxe Big Island Day Tour, Volcanoes National Park & Dinner at Kilauea Lodge
Elite Volcano Hiking Tour - Explore Kilauea’s Most Recent Eruption & Lava Flows
Big Island Whale Watch Tours
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
Big Island Whale Watching Cruise from Waikoloa - Hawaii Nautical [Dec-Mar]
Kohala Sunset Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean Sports [Dec - Mar]
2.5-hour Dolphins & Whale Watch Raft Adventure Tour from Keauhou Bay [Dec-Mar]
Small-Group Whale Watching Tour - Hilo Ocean Adventures (Dec-Apr)
Kohala Adventures & Things to Do
Big Island Spectacular Circle Island Helicopter Flight with Landing Option
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
Kohala Zipline Treetop Canopy Adventure with Optional Waterfall Swim Upgrade
Kohala Sunset Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean Sports [Dec - Mar]
Naalapa Stables Kohala Horseback Riding Tour on Kahua Ranch
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Dolphin Quest Hawaii - Dolphin Swim & Encounter at Hilton Waikoloa Village-0
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Dolphin Quest Hawaii - Dolphin Swim & Encounter at Hilton Waikoloa Village
4.50 (47)
From USD 240.84
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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
Recently booked 4 times!
Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village-0
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Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village
4.30 (105)
From USD 225.13
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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!
Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley-0
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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
5.00 (85)
USD 75.39
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Embark on the original four-wheel drive tour to the Big Island's Waipio Valley
Explore one of the most secluded and sacred locations in Hawaii with a convenient shuttle tour
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon / Evening
2 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Recently booked 7 times!
Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical-0
Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
4.80 (13)
USD 152.11
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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
Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau with Open Bar - Voyagers of the Pacific Show-0
Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau with Open Bar - Voyagers of the Pacific Show
4.20 (121)
USD 177.59
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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
Recently booked 4 times!
Big Island Highlights Tour - Volcano, Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, Coffee & Wine-0
Big Island Highlights Tour - Volcano, Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, Coffee & Wine
4.90 (28)
From USD 292.15
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Visit Volcanoes National Park, Punaluu Black Sand Beach, Rainbow Falls, a Winery and a Coffee Farm
Treat yourself to a gourmet lunch at a restaurant with stunning views of the Kilauea caldera
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
10 - 11.5 hour(s)
Daily
Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises-0
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Deluxe Captain Cook Snorkeling Tour at Kealakekua Bay - Fair Wind Cruises
4.60 (220)
From USD 143.93
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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
Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki-0
Luxury Private Boat Charters from Kona - Daytime & Sunset Cruises aboard No Wiki
5.00 (7)
From USD 1,414.91
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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
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Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon / Evening
Daily
Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide-0
Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide
4.90 (70)
From USD 260.00
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Join a captivating Mauna Kea guided tour to explore the summit and watch a stunning sunset
Experience mesmerizing stargazing adventure with a high-powered telescope and laser pen!
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon
6.5 - 8 hour(s)
Daily
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation-0
Mauna Kea Summit Adventures Sunset & Stargazing Guided Tour with Transportation
4.80 (129)
From USD 314.13
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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
Hawaii ATV Ride Tour at Kohala Coast - Sea to Mountain Off-Road Adventure-0
Hawaii ATV Ride Tour at Kohala Coast - Sea to Mountain Off-Road Adventure
5.00 (39)
From USD 344.40
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2.5 Hour Big Island off-road ATV tour through the rainforests of Kohala and Pololu Valley
Discover the Kohala's rugged backcountry in UTVs that accommodate up to 4 guests. Price is per group
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2.5 hour(s)
Weekdays Only
Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar-0
Island Breeze Big Island Kona Luau at King Kamehameha Hotel with Open Bar
4.30 (226)
From USD 183.25
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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
Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls-0
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Deluxe Big Island ATV Tour & Waterfall Swim at Umauma Falls
4.70 (23)
From USD 187.64
20% OFF
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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
Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove-0
Kona Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay with Live Entertainment | Body Glove
4.60 (89)
USD 189.19
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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
Recently booked 2 times!
Twilight Volcano Tour with Stargazing, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm-0
Twilight Volcano Tour with Stargazing, Black Sand Beach & Coffee Farm
4.80 (32)
USD 271.20
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Explore Volcanoes National Park, tour a Coffee Farm and visit the iconic Punaluu Black Sand Beach
Stargaze from the slopes of Mauna Kea. Observe stars, planets & galaxies under a pristine night sky
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
10 - 12.5 hour(s)
Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Recently booked 2 times!
Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls-0
Grand Circle Island Tour - Volcano, Black Sand Beach, Waipio Valley & Waterfalls
4.90 (42)
USD 239.79
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Explore volcanic craters, steam vents, crater rim trails and a lava tube in Volcanoes National Park
See some of the most dramatic waterfalls and scenic valleys on the island
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
10 - 13.5 hour(s)
Daily
Recently booked 5 times!
Big Island Spectacular Circle Island Helicopter Flight with Landing Option-0
Big Island Spectacular Circle Island Helicopter Flight with Landing Option
4.70 (171)
From USD 719.00
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Experience the beauty of Hawaii from a whole new perspective on a circle island helicopter flight
Incredible aerial views of volcanoes, lava fields, towering sea cliffs, lush valleys & waterfalls
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
3 - 3.5 hour(s)
Daily, Wheelchair accessible
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Discover Hilo Tour - Volcanic Landscapes & Waterfalls-0
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Discover Hilo Tour - Volcanic Landscapes & Waterfalls
4.70 (83)
From USD 439.00
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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
Umauma Falls Zipline Tour & Waterfall Swim Adventure-0
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Umauma Falls Zipline Tour & Waterfall Swim Adventure
4.90 (13)
From USD 202.72
20% OFF
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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
Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure-0
Hawaii Zipline Tours - Big Island Waterfall & Rainforest Zip Adventure
4.90 (63)
From USD 218.80
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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
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Dolphin Quest Hawaii - Dolphin Swim & Encounter at Hilton Waikoloa Village
From USD 240.84
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Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village
From USD 225.13
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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
USD 75.39
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Spirit of Aloha Waikoloa Sunset Cruise with FREE Cocktails - Hawaii Nautical
USD 152.11
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Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau with Open Bar - Voyagers of the Pacific Show
USD 177.59
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Big Island Highlights Tour - Volcano, Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, Coffee & Wine
From USD 292.15

Latest reviews of Most Popular on the Big Island

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

Great time!

2025/04/12 Couples Tammy

Great time, great food, great service! We thoroughly enjoyed our evening cruising down to Captain Cook. The staff was very attentive and friendly. The mean was wonderful. We loved that we could sit back and enjoy the s... more

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Dolphin Quest Hawaii - Dolphin Swim & Encounter at Hilton Waikoloa Village

Indelible

2025/04/12 Families with Young Children VR

The enthusiasm from our private guide was fabulous. She was very sensitive to the 6/7 and the 5 yr olds reactions and adjusted to make the experience so so special.

A remarkable experience.

Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Excellent Tour! Highly recommend

2025/04/11 Families with Young Children LilMis California

Our tour guide (Shawn) was VERY informative and passionate about telling us the history and sacredness of Waipio Valley, the Valley of the Kings. We had such a great time! My 7yr old (who doesn’t like to sit still) enjoy... more

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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley

Wonderful guided transport to the Waipio Valley

2025/04/11 Solo Travelers Jenn

Highly recommend! The tour guide provided details and history of the region, with various stops along the way for us to soak in the beauty of the valley!

Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village

Great Luau

2025/04/02 Couples Shena

This was our first luau, but we really enjoyed the experience. We went with the Alii seating package and were very satisfied with the servers, seating and pictures! They told the story of Hawaii and put on a great show w... more

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

Awesome

2025/04/01 Others Jp

Very chill. Lots of history on trip. Great dinner.

Top 10 Best Things to Do Big Island | Book Big Island Tours, Activities & Things to Do with HawaiiActivities.com
Enjoy the best activities that beautiful Big island has to offer, rated the highest by our visitors. Don't settle for less than fabulous as you explore the most popular sights of this tropical paradise, from volcanoes to rainforest hikes, exploring a rugged landscape via ATV and horseback rides, soaring over the lush greenery and volcanic craters from a helicopter, and more! Witness the majesty of this island from every angle as you explore by air, sea, and land.