Things to do over the Martin Luther King Jr. Day long weekend in Big Island of Hawaii (Updated 2026)

Big Island of Hawaii, USA
Maunakea Stellar Explorer HILO

For an out-of-this-world experience, check out Maunakea Stellar Explorer from KapohoKine Adventures. This thrilling adventure is the only Big Island star tour to feature nighttime...

7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.7 (94)
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$189
Kilauea Summit to Shore from Kona: Small Group
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Kilauea Volcano is a magnificent presence on the Big Island of Hawai'i and this small-group, or exclusive private tour focuses primarily on Kilauea and Hawai’i...

8 to 9 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 9 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (54)
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$235
Full Day Sportsman/Enthusiast Charter

The Full Day Sportsman (Extended) Charter is 8 Hrs. of fishing! This allows enough time to check all the buoys in a 40 mile range....

8 hoursFree Cancellation
8 hoursFree Cancellation
8 hours • Free Cancellation
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$1,775
Big Island Photographer 45 minute beach portrait sessions
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We create a session experience that gives you permission to be beautiful and express your true self. We are great at capturing candid images in...

45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$749
2-Hour Guided Private Surf Lesson in Kona

Ohana Surf Lessons is a local family owned business that strives to provide unique, quality and safe surfing experiences for the whole family. Learn to...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$249.99
All Hawaiian Islands Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Ready for a trip through paradise? This bundle includes tours of Hawaii’s most beautiful islands: O’ahu, Kauai, and Maui. Experience Honolulu’s rich culture, explore jungles...

15 to 20 hoursFree Cancellation
15 to 20 hoursFree Cancellation
15 to 20 hours • Free Cancellation
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$39.99
Whale Watching Tour - Big Island, Hawaii

It is finally that time of year where the beautiful humpback whales make their return to the Hawaiian islands after migrating from Alaska! Step aboard...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (181)
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$99
Kona - 5 Hours Private Fishing Charter in Kailua-Kona
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Our charters start at 5 hours to provide you with the greatest opportunity to catch fish during your experience. If there is anything you would...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
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$950
Offshore Wildlife Safari and Reef Snorkel
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Join us as we explore Kona’s pristine coral reefs and deep blue waters in search of incredible marine life. Each day brings a unique adventure,...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (53)
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$250
Big Island Waterfalls, Blacksand Beaches, Lava Tubes & Volcanoes
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Dear Future Attendee! Just wanna cut to the chase! We offer the Ultimate Volcano and Hilo Highlights Day Tour period! Because we get you to...

6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$186.67
Big Island Family Off Road Farm Adventure at Ohana Ranch
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Just minutes from Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, this 2-hour UTV tour takes you beyond the typical sights and into the heart of the Big Island....

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (46)
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$99
Kona Shore Excursion: Sea Turtles, Historic Kona & Coffee

WANT TO SEE HAWAIIAN SEA TURTLES! Cruise ship-friendly tour is approx 5 hr long. This is truly a wonderful experience showing all the highlights in...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (404)
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$134.10
Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour
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Explore the worlds most active volcano with one of our professional, award winning guides - get away from the big bus and van tours and...

3 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 6 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (315)
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$200
Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only

Get the most of your time in Hilo. Have a local driver get you to the most popular attractions on Hawai'i Island. The best scenes...

4 to 5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 to 5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 to 5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$229.99
Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo
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The original volcano lovers tour. Start with a drive through quaint Hilo town where you’ll drive along the historic waterfront before heading out to the...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.6 (66)
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$169
Heavenly Hamakua: From Kona
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Adventure North, and experience an older, more traditional Hawaii on the famous Hamakua Coast.  Mauna Kea volcano last erupted some 4,600 years ago.  However, that...

7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$235
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