Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Big Island of Hawaii (Updated 2026)

Big Island: Whale Watch Excursion
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...
$151

See rare black sand beaches, visit the famous Kona Coffee Farm and the magnificent Volcanoes National Park including Thurston Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road,...
$309

Kealakekua Bay is a culturally sacred place to the Hawaiian people, rich with history and not without controversy. We are lucky to be allowed to...
$258

Set sail on the west coast of Hawaii Island for a 3-hour cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument for dinner, as a local historian shares stories...
$189

Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kona
Experience the Magic: Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Embark on an unforgettable adventure with a thrilling night snorkel with majestic manta rays off the Kona...
$125

Experience the pinnacle of excellence with our awarded BADGE OF EXCELLENCE! Dive into the fascinating world of coffee and chocolate production in Hawaii like never...
$50

Delight in the awe-inspiring sunset at the top of Mauna Kea, the highest point in the Pacific. Your guide will share historic accounts of the...
$289

Abalone Farm Tour
Big Island abalone farm is the largest abalone aquaculture farm in the US. We raise "ezo", japanese premium abalone. Our farm sustainably raise premium shellfish....
$35

Kona: Guaranteed Dolphin/Whale Watch
Unique to the Big Island of Hawaii, over a dozen species of whales can be found on the Kona Coast year-round! Join us as we...
$129

Nighttime Experience: Unlike typical snorkeling tours that take you place during the day, your tour offers the extraordinary opportunity to witness the majestic manta rays...
$75

The Big Island of Hawai'i is one of the most diverse places on planet earth! Here you have an opportunity to get a taste of...
$247

Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos
Led by an astronomer and astrophotographer, our stargazing experience combines expert astronomy, astrophotography, uncrowded locations, and our stargazing guarantee. Part 1 – All ages welcome....
$299

Mauna Kea Arnott's Adventures
Our Mauna Kea Summit Tour is designed to showcase the beauty and wonder of one of the most impressive mountains in the world. Mauna Kea...
$255

We cruise from Keauhou harbor out into crystal clear blue waters. While the boat is underway, the crew will point out interesting features along the...
$109

Ride a guided tour of Waipio On Horseback Ranch, experience a traditional Ahupua’a (Mauka Makai). Horseback through a large coconut orchard, banana groves, and fishponds....
$160

Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, and stories about the places...
$189

