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

Big Island of Hawaii, USA
Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

Skim across the waves on an exciting Big Island Zodiac tour to Kealakekua Bay, site of the Captain Cook monument and Hawaii's finest marine sanctuary. …More

Skim across the waves on an exciting Big Island Zodiac tour to Kealakekua Bay, site of the Captain Cook monument and Hawaii's finest marine sanctuary....

5 hours Free Cancellation
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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 …More

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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 hours Free Cancellation
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$250
UFO Tour on the Big Island of Hawaii

Hawaii is a well-known hotspot for UFO activity, making it the perfect place to explore the unseen world of the night sky. Join Galactic Ambassador …More

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Hawaii is a well-known hotspot for UFO activity, making it the perfect place to explore the unseen world of the night sky. Join Galactic Ambassador...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$125
Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch

Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, …More

Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit,...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$189
Big Island Scenic Tour: Volcano Hilo Town Waterfall Beach & Lunch

Explore the captivating beauty of the Big Island on this immersive day tour that dives into its natural wonders and rich culture. Guided by locals …More

Explore the captivating beauty of the Big Island on this immersive day tour that dives into its natural wonders and rich culture. Guided by locals...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$199
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 …More

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 hours Free Cancellation
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$149
Deluxe Morning Snorkeling Adventure

Take in the Big Island of Hawai’i as you haven’t before, and snorkel at two of South Kona’s most precious treasures –Pu’uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua …More

Take in the Big Island of Hawai’i as you haven’t before, and snorkel at two of South Kona’s most precious treasures –Pu’uhonua O Honaunau and Kealakekua...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$143
Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive

With the world-renowned and historic destination of Kealakekua Bay just minutes from our point of departure, the Captain Cook Exclusive is a personal, exciting, and …More

With the world-renowned and historic destination of Kealakekua Bay just minutes from our point of departure, the Captain Cook Exclusive is a personal, exciting, and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$125
Big Island Kohala Zip and Dip Tour from Kona

Double the adventure on this full-day Kohala Zip and Dip tour. After being picked up by your guide in the early morning, you'll spend an …More

Double the adventure on this full-day Kohala Zip and Dip tour. After being picked up by your guide in the early morning, you'll spend an...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$309
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing from Oahu

Take our one day tours from Oahu to the Big Island of Hawaii and experience the world’s most active volcano. Round trip Inter Island airfare …More

Take our one day tours from Oahu to the Big Island of Hawaii and experience the world’s most active volcano. Round trip Inter Island airfare...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$590
4 Hour Super-Raft Snorkeling Experience in Kailua-Kona

Body Glove Cruises newest ocean adventure awaits you! Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled morning on the water. Enjoy the thrill …More

Body Glove Cruises newest ocean adventure awaits you! Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled morning on the water. Enjoy the thrill...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$141
Go Surf Hawai'i (Kona Coast)

Go Surf Hawai‘i ~ Personalized Surf Adventures in Kona Experience Kona’s waves like never before! At Go Surf Hawai‘i, we offer personalized lessons for all …More

Go Surf Hawai‘i ~ Personalized Surf Adventures in Kona Experience Kona’s waves like never before! At Go Surf Hawai‘i, we offer personalized lessons for all...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$129
3-Hour Cup N Canvas Painting Party

Paint live orchid flowers on the Orchid Isle of Hawaii with local professional artist Star Bolton. Each Hawaiian island has a special nickname and the …More

Paint live orchid flowers on the Orchid Isle of Hawaii with local professional artist Star Bolton. Each Hawaiian island has a special nickname and the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$97
One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel

Join us and our expert local guides for an unforgettable Hawaii ocean experience. We provide thorough education on manta rays during the charter, and have …More

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Join us and our expert local guides for an unforgettable Hawaii ocean experience. We provide thorough education on manta rays during the charter, and have...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$135
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 …More

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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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$169
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Adventure

For snorkelers, we will be floating on the surface as a group on our custom built board with spotlights pointing down on these creatures swimming …More

For snorkelers, we will be floating on the surface as a group on our custom built board with spotlights pointing down on these creatures swimming...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$227
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