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

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Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls and Hilo Adventure

As a Native Hawaiian born and raised in Hilo on Hawaiʻi Island, I’m not just showing you the sights—I’m sharing the home I’ve known my …More

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Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls and Hilo Adventure

As a Native Hawaiian born and raised in Hilo on Hawaiʻi Island, I’m not just showing you the sights—I’m sharing the home I’ve known my...

6 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
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$168
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Adventure

As a Native Hawaiian from Hawaiʻi Island, these aren’t just tour stops — they’re part of my home. From walking the grounds of Kīlauea to …More

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Adventure

As a Native Hawaiian from Hawaiʻi Island, these aren’t just tour stops — they’re part of my home. From walking the grounds of Kīlauea to...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (36)
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$140
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 …More

4.9 (54)

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...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (54)
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$169
Private Magical Waterfall Tour

Big Island is home to some of the most stunning waterfalls in all of Hawaii. Our Waterfall Tour will enchant you! Upon departing from Kona …More

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Private Magical Waterfall Tour

Big Island is home to some of the most stunning waterfalls in all of Hawaii. Our Waterfall Tour will enchant you! Upon departing from Kona...

1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$451
3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch

1. Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure - Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17 - The friendly staff welcomes guests …More

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3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch

1. Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure - Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17 - The friendly staff welcomes guests...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (49)
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$150
Farm-to-Table Chef's Dinner at Kulaniapia Falls

Enjoy a fantastic meal, overlooking Kulaniapia Falls, with daytime access to the property prior to your meal. Your booking includes a daypass to arrive at …More

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Farm-to-Table Chef's Dinner at Kulaniapia Falls

Enjoy a fantastic meal, overlooking Kulaniapia Falls, with daytime access to the property prior to your meal. Your booking includes a daypass to arrive at...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (36)
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$249
Port of Hilo to Volcano Tour

In a small intimate group of 12 or less Your driver will be prompt at picking you up. Learn the history and culture of Hawaii …More

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Port of Hilo to Volcano Tour

In a small intimate group of 12 or less Your driver will be prompt at picking you up. Learn the history and culture of Hawaii...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$230
Coffee Brewing Workshop

Happening at our farm you will learn how to brew your coffee at home like a pro. Our experience barista will provide all the basic …More

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Coffee Brewing Workshop

Happening at our farm you will learn how to brew your coffee at home like a pro. Our experience barista will provide all the basic...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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Kona - 6 Hour Private Fishing Charter Kona, Hawaii

We offer anglers and families to enjoy every aspect of being on the ocean. In the winter months we quite often see Humpback whales and …More

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Kona - 6 Hour Private Fishing Charter Kona, Hawaii

We offer anglers and families to enjoy every aspect of being on the ocean. In the winter months we quite often see Humpback whales and...

6 hours • Free Cancellation
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$1,095
2-Hour Dolphin Watching and Double Reef with Snorkel in Hawaii

Step aboard our 31’ Ocean Craft RHIB, designed for comfort, stability, and an exceptional on-water experience. With overhead shade and forward-facing seats, you’ll enjoy a …More

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2-Hour Dolphin Watching and Double Reef with Snorkel in Hawaii

Step aboard our 31’ Ocean Craft RHIB, designed for comfort, stability, and an exceptional on-water experience. With overhead shade and forward-facing seats, you’ll enjoy a...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (23)
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$550
Kailua-Kona Haunted History Walking Ghost Tour

When the high priestess Kuiapoiwa II became pregnant she had a strange craving. Unlike the mothers of today, she didn't desire pickles and ice cream, …More

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Kailua-Kona Haunted History Walking Ghost Tour

When the high priestess Kuiapoiwa II became pregnant she had a strange craving. Unlike the mothers of today, she didn't desire pickles and ice cream,...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.5 (30)
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$47
Kona Coast Hualalai Volcano-60Min Helicopter Tour-Door Off or On

Marvel at the Kona coastline’s splendor and the beauty of the Hualalai volcano on our awe-inspiring 60 minute helicopter tour. Begin over ancient Hawaiian Kaloko …More

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Kona Coast Hualalai Volcano-60Min Helicopter Tour-Door Off or On

Marvel at the Kona coastline’s splendor and the beauty of the Hualalai volcano on our awe-inspiring 60 minute helicopter tour. Begin over ancient Hawaiian Kaloko...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (19)
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$640
Fun and Creative Stained Glass Class and Workshop

Our stained glass classes allow anyone who does not have any experience to learn stained glass and actually take home a finished piece. Even if …More

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Fun and Creative Stained Glass Class and Workshop

Our stained glass classes allow anyone who does not have any experience to learn stained glass and actually take home a finished piece. Even if...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$185
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing From Maui

Here is your chance to visit Kilauea volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this inter-island excursion, you’ll visit the famous Kona …More

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing From Maui

Here is your chance to visit Kilauea volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this inter-island excursion, you’ll visit the famous Kona...

8 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (35)
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$590
Volcano National Park and Rainbow Fall in Hilo, Hawaii

Experience the best of Hilo and Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park on this unforgettable tour. Pass by the serene Liliʻuokalani Gardens, the largest Edo-style Japanese garden …More

4.7 (82)

Volcano National Park and Rainbow Fall in Hilo, Hawaii

Experience the best of Hilo and Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park on this unforgettable tour. Pass by the serene Liliʻuokalani Gardens, the largest Edo-style Japanese garden...

6 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.7 (82)
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$175
Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Kayak Adventure

This is a great adventure for the entire family. The river has a calm serene feeling of feeling as if you stepped back in time. …More

4.4 (16)

Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Kayak Adventure

This is a great adventure for the entire family. The river has a calm serene feeling of feeling as if you stepped back in time....

1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.4 (16)
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$130
Recent activity reviews
Exactly what I needed from the Big Island!!
New York City
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Anthony_B, Sep 2026
Exactly what I needed from the Big Island!!
Amazing time!!! Bryce and Noah are awesome hosts and funny as hell!! Trip was awesome!! Saw Mantas and White Tip Sharks!!! Well worth the money!!! Buying the 4hr snorkle tour right now!!! Exactly what I wanted!! Thank you!
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40th anniversary
New York City
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel
william_W, Sep 2026
40th anniversary
I can not recommend this adventure enough. Crew was very helpful and you will have the time of your life🥰
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An incredible experience with a fun crew
New York City
KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel – FREE re-ride if no Sightings
timbN2573BF, Sep 2026
An incredible experience with a fun crew
My wife and I went as part of our 20th anniversary vacation and had an absolute blast. Koa, Jacob, and Kecee were excellent guides and hosts. They were so informative, especially as people asked more questions and they shared so many cool stories about their business, experiences, and the sealife we saw on the tour itself.
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Awesome Cruise
New York City
Kona Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail
Saadia_M, Sep 2026
Awesome Cruise
It was so awesome being out on the water. The crew was marvelous. Captain Mike was funny and turned the boat out of the nice breeze to play with the spinner dolphins!
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Cool Hawaii screwed up but the tour company made it right.
New York City
Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves
914ryanh, Sep 2026
Cool Hawaii screwed up but the tour company made it right.
Booked with Cool Hawaii but Cool Hawaii wasnt supposed to book it for that day because the boat was in for maintenance. So we showed up and nobody was there. The tour company immediately made it right even offered to have someone come meet us and bring snorkel equipment and recommended a good snorkel spot. We ended up doing the tour a couple of days later. Eric and Lucas were great. Eric seemed to have as much fun driving the boat as we did riding on it. We saw a couple of pods of dolphins on the trip to snorkel. Captain Cook monument was a great place to snorkel water was very calm and there was alot of fish. Lucas cut up delicous pineapple for everyone. Saw some sea caves and historical sites on the return trip. Would definitely recommend this tour.
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Sail with this crew!
New York City
Kona Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail
Sharon_A, Sep 2026
Sail with this crew!
The crew is very friendly and attentive, with stories, drinks, and dinner! The captain called while we were on our way to ensure we could find him. The weather wasn’t ideal but that didn’t stop us from having a wonderful time!
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Salt experience
New York City
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona
Devonne_B, Sep 2026
Salt experience
This was a great experience. I learned a lot about how the salt was made. How cold the depth of the ocean water was. It was really amazing.
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MUST DO!!
New York City
Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves
nicholashC8226QH, Sep 2026
MUST DO!!
Genuinely the best experience we’ve ever had. Scary at first but quickly got over that once we were in the water. Such an honor getting the opportunity to experience the coral reefs. Will do again soon!
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Waipio horseback riding..
New York City
Big Island Waipio on Horseback: Mountain to Ocean Views
582philv, Sep 2026
Waipio horseback riding..
Great experience. Guide was fantastic. Perfect amount of time. Highly recommended!
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Great experience and great Tour Guide!
New York City
Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour
lainam654, Sep 2026
Great experience and great Tour Guide!
Really amazing experience and our Tourguide, Aaron, was outstanding! His knowledge of everything from geology to astronomy to Hawaiian history was amazing and his ability to deliver in a fun and easy to understand way was fantastic. The bus ride flew by! The sunset ABOVE the clouds at the top of Mauna Kea was so beautiful and the star gazing was lovely if a bit cloudy (we couldn't use the telescope, but we did see quite a bit of constellations intermittently. They took good care of us and I highly recommend the tour. Ask for Aaron!
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An amazing experience!
New York City
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour: Guaranteed or come again free
820fail, Sep 2026
An amazing experience!
Amazing tour! Smooth check-in and -out and professional crews. Big shout out to Deavon, Koa, Kanana and Greg who kept us safe and made the tour enjoyable. We saw four mantas, they were so close to us (don’t touch them). Still feel surreal, an unforgettable experience.
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Incredible time with Koa Jacob and Marcus
New York City
KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel – FREE re-ride if no Sightings
MegStyles123, Sep 2026
Incredible time with Koa Jacob and Marcus
Incredible trip! Koa, Jacob and Marcus were wonderful and made the experience extra special. This trip was a bucket list moment and I would 100% recommend this tour to anybody staying on the Big Island!
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Very nice kona coffee tour
New York City
Kona Coffee Farm Tour
GoPlaces19743988640, Sep 2026
Very nice kona coffee tour
Very nice guide. Very informative
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Family Salt tour
New York City
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona
lea_d, Sep 2026
Family Salt tour
Went with a large group of 11 plus baby. Was pleasantly surprised on our experience. Our guide was very informative and learned each of our names. The salt tasting was great and they accommodated an allergy. Would recommend taking a sun hat or umbrella as you stand out in the sun for a bit during the tour. We ended up buying lots of different salts. Would love to come back again to try the foot soak.
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Best tour around.
New York City
Award Winning Farm Tour: Coffee, Chocolate and Unique Gifts
Patricia_T, Sep 2026
Best tour around.
Get ready to learn all about how chocolate is processed. The owner and developer was so helpful and he really knows business. I loved his humor. Then he also has a soap processing business in there using only natural essential ingredients. I have to say this was the most memorable and best tour my husband and I have been too. Not to forget the coffee beans he grows and processes. It was so interesting to hear his life story and history behind his amazing plantation.
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Our captain and deckhand...
New York City
Kona Hawaii Per Person Shared Fishing with Bite Me Sportfishing
jprack, Sep 2026
Our captain and deckhand...
Our captain and deckhand were both friendly and knowledgeable. Our boat was able to land a 440 lb Marlin, which was spectacular to see in person.
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