The best family-friendly activities in Big Island of Hawaii for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner...
$141

2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to...
$99

Kona Haunted Hele Ghost Tour
One of Kona's most popular nighttime activities and rated excellent on Cool Hawaii! Step into the spooky past and supernatural happenings of Kona on this...
$59

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)...
$165

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

Set sail from Anaeho‘omalu Bay on a 3-hour snorkel and cruise adventure along Waikoloa’s beautiful Kohala Coast. Aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha catamaran, enjoy...
$189

Spend some time with a highly sought after 4th generation Master Carver direct from Tonga. Step back into time and experience the beauty and aloha...
$244

Kona Surf Lesson in Kahaluu
Learn to surf with Kona’s best local surfing instructors specializing in beginners of all ages and skill levels in a fun, safe, and comfortable environment,...
$170

Join a truly immersive Hawaiian experience unlike any other lūʻau or tour. Our guests become active participants, helping to build an imu—the traditional Hawaiian underground...
$150

• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Red...
$179

The experience of watching 40 foot (12 meter) whales from a 24 foot (7 meter) Zodiac raft is something you'll never forget! Following Hawaiian Marine...
$124

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...
$160

At Flight of Aloha, we believe everyone should have the chance to experience the magic of flying over Hawai‘i without the price, fear, or limitations...
$35

Big Island: Island Breeze Luau
Experience the essence of Hawaii and the Polynesian Islands during this Island Breeze Luau! Located in the heart of Kailua-Kona on the Big Island, this...
$192

Ensure a manta ray sighting on this 2.5-hour night tour. Head out in Kona, one of the best places in the world to see mantas, to...
$80

Discover Hawaiian culture through food, music and entertainment overlooking Kailua Bay. Begin your journey with festive Hawaiian music. Sip Mai Tais and other awesome selections...
$191

