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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 Kona Coast Self-Guided Audio Tour

A fun bite-sized loop tour that begins in North Kona and takes you down south to Puuhonua and back! Hear cool stories about King Kamehameha, …More

4.8 (5)

Big Island Kona Coast Self-Guided Audio Tour

A fun bite-sized loop tour that begins in North Kona and takes you down south to Puuhonua and back! Hear cool stories about King Kamehameha,...

2 days • Free Cancellation
4.8 (5)
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$20
Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Safari In Kona Big Island (4hrs)

Our tour stands out because our adventurous crew takes you wherever there’s something amazing to see, giving you the best chance to encounter dolphins, sea …More

5.0 (6)

Kealakekua Bay Snorkel & Dolphin Safari In Kona Big Island (4hrs)

Our tour stands out because our adventurous crew takes you wherever there’s something amazing to see, giving you the best chance to encounter dolphins, sea...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$150
Creative Soul Scavenger Hunt (Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park)

Step into the otherworldly Volcano Park, where something exciting awaits. Tara, your scavenger hunt game show host, will curate a unique adventure. Embark on an …More

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Creative Soul Scavenger Hunt (Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park)

Step into the otherworldly Volcano Park, where something exciting awaits. Tara, your scavenger hunt game show host, will curate a unique adventure. Embark on an...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$33
Ranch Tour & Animal Encounters

Ola Nani Ranch offers a look inside life on a working ranch in Hawaii, located in the rain forrest. Visitors will enjoy the countryside, learning …More

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Ranch Tour & Animal Encounters

Ola Nani Ranch offers a look inside life on a working ranch in Hawaii, located in the rain forrest. Visitors will enjoy the countryside, learning...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$75
Kona Shore Excursion: Kona Cloud Forest, Coffee & Sea Turtles

A truly amazing experience! A professionally trained guide walks you through this rare ecosystem in our Kona Cloud Forest with a diversity of rare plants …More

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Kona Shore Excursion: Kona Cloud Forest, Coffee & Sea Turtles

A truly amazing experience! A professionally trained guide walks you through this rare ecosystem in our Kona Cloud Forest with a diversity of rare plants...

5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (13)
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$306
Fissure 8 Tour - Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Discovery

The Fissure 8 Tour is an unforgettable, guided journey to the site of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption, where Fissure 8 – the most powerful fissure …More

5.0 (4)

Fissure 8 Tour - Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Discovery

The Fissure 8 Tour is an unforgettable, guided journey to the site of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption, where Fissure 8 – the most powerful fissure...

7 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$240
Expert Led Private Guided Tour Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Experience Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with the official philanthropic fundraising partner of the park! Our excursions aren't tours—they're private, guided experiences led by a member …More

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Expert Led Private Guided Tour Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Experience Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with the official philanthropic fundraising partner of the park! Our excursions aren't tours—they're private, guided experiences led by a member...

4 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (9)
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$633
Big Island Birdwatching Tour

The Big Island of Hawaii is a paradise for birdwatchers! Here, you will find endemic species found nowhere else in the world. Its diverse habitats …More

5.0 (1)

Big Island Birdwatching Tour

The Big Island of Hawaii is a paradise for birdwatchers! Here, you will find endemic species found nowhere else in the world. Its diverse habitats...

9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$1,650
Private Custom Big Island Volcano Tours

For those looking for a more personalized experience, Aloha Aina Tours offers personalized custom tours. Creating a custom Big Island custom and private tour can …More

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Private Custom Big Island Volcano Tours

For those looking for a more personalized experience, Aloha Aina Tours offers personalized custom tours. Creating a custom Big Island custom and private tour can...

8 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$1,780
ATV Tour to Buddha Cup Coffee Farm

Join Manny and Ohana for an engaging biodynamic farming experience that reveals the heart and soul of farm life in paradise. Over the course of …More

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ATV Tour to Buddha Cup Coffee Farm

Join Manny and Ohana for an engaging biodynamic farming experience that reveals the heart and soul of farm life in paradise. Over the course of...

90 to 120 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$199
Deluxe Kona Coffee Tasting Experience

A specialty Kona coffee tasting offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich flavors of award-winning coffees from five distinct farms. Guided by knowledgeable coffee …More

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Deluxe Kona Coffee Tasting Experience

A specialty Kona coffee tasting offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich flavors of award-winning coffees from five distinct farms. Guided by knowledgeable coffee...

1 day 16 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$38
Private Charter Custom Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling

We are a local Hawaiian family operation. Providing that family friendly vibe, with an authentic Hawaiian style touch adding native culture and traditions to help …More

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Private Charter Custom Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling

We are a local Hawaiian family operation. Providing that family friendly vibe, with an authentic Hawaiian style touch adding native culture and traditions to help...

4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$799
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Best of Hilo

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with my private, custom tour of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park and the beauty of Hilo! Over 1-2 immersive hours, we’ll …More

5.0 (1)

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Best of Hilo

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with my private, custom tour of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park and the beauty of Hilo! Over 1-2 immersive hours, we’ll...

5 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$980
Hawaiian Sea Turtle & Reef Snorkel-Private Tour

We genuinely love our job and getting to share the ocean with visitors. We make sure our guests have fun while teaching them how to …More

5.0 (3)

Hawaiian Sea Turtle & Reef Snorkel-Private Tour

We genuinely love our job and getting to share the ocean with visitors. We make sure our guests have fun while teaching them how to...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$500
Story of King Kamehameha the Great with Pololū Valley Hike

Explore the inspiring story of "King Kamehameha the Great" while visiting the breathtaking Pololu Valley on the Big Island of Hawaii. This cultural and scenic …More

5.0 (1)

Story of King Kamehameha the Great with Pololū Valley Hike

Explore the inspiring story of "King Kamehameha the Great" while visiting the breathtaking Pololu Valley on the Big Island of Hawaii. This cultural and scenic...

5 to 6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$290
Your Island Welcome: Private KOA Airport Transfers

Forget the stress of navigating unfamiliar roads or waiting in long taxi lines. Our private Kona Airport (KOA) transfer service offers a seamless and luxurious …More

5.0 (2)

Your Island Welcome: Private KOA Airport Transfers

Forget the stress of navigating unfamiliar roads or waiting in long taxi lines. Our private Kona Airport (KOA) transfer service offers a seamless and luxurious...

15 to 60 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$48
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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