Unique things to do over Thanksgiving in Big Island of Hawaii (Updated 2026)

Big Island of Hawaii, USA
Premium group surf lessons- Kona’s Best Surf Lessons

Look no further than Kona Mike's! With 20 years of experience teaching surfing in this stunning location, we specialize in providing an unforgettable surf experience...

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$169

Surf with the Pros

Join us for an ultimate surf experience. Whether you’re traveling with family and looking for a relaxed group experience or just trying to get some...

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$169

Big Island Buggy Rental on the Big Island, Hawaii
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At Big Island Buggy you choose the destination! You tour the island in your very own open aired VW Manx style buggy. We offer 2...

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation
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$167.71

Kona Hawaii Per Person Shared Fishing with Bite Me Sportfishing
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None of your friends and family want to go fishing with you? Don't have to be "the one" who reels it in but want to...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
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4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$166.95

Sunset Cocktail Cruise on our Sailing Catamaran

Enjoy the warm tropical breezes and unparalleled views of the Big Island as you sail along the Kohala Coast aboard our legendary sailing catamaran Seasmoke....

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$165

Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel

Adventure down the Southern Kona Coast on our fleet of covered boats for everyone’s comfort. Snorkel the pristine Puʻuhonua O Honaunau (The Place of Refuge)...

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$164.72

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour from Kona
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The manta ray night snorkel was voted "One of the Top 10 Things To Do in Your Life" by the Travel Channel! Experience the Kona...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$160.50

Big Island: Atlantis Submarine from Kona Beach

Discover our world beneath the waves with Atlantis Submarines Kona! Our battery-powered vessels are the world’s most technologically advanced passenger submarines. A special added bonus...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$160.41

Waipi’o on Horseback: Mountain Ocean Views Working Cattle Ranch
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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....

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$160

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand
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Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves and Lava trees in a...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$160

Kaimana Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Adventure

Join us for a beautiful ocean tour traveling the Kona coastline to Kealakekua Bay where you will experience a world-renowned reef snorkeling site. This area...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$160

Historic Hilo Bay and Coconut Island Guided Kayak Adventure

Experience the history and natural beauty of old Hawaii, unlike anywhere else in the islands, as you will soon discover Hilo Bay captures the feeling...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$160

Kohola Whale Watching Excursion

Join us to observe the behavior of the Humpback Whales while they visit the Hawaiian Islands. Learn more about them from our kind & qualified...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$160

Waikoloa Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail
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End your day in paradise with a relaxing sunset cruise along Waikoloa’s beautiful Kohala Coast. Departing from Anaeho‘omalu Bay, the Spirit of Aloha catamaran offers...

90 to 120 minutesFree Cancellation
90 to 120 minutesFree Cancellation
90 to 120 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$159

Self-Guided GPS Audio E-Bike Tour Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Experience the ultimate day GPS Audio E-Bike Tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park designed for explorers who crave freedom and flexibility. Guided tours are not...

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$159

Kona Walking Food Tour
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The only Walking Food Tour in Kona! Experience the best restaurants in Kona, some of which were featured on the show Diners, Drive-ins and Dives....

2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 45 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$155.41

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