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

Big Island of Hawaii, USA

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Hawaii Volcano National Park Shore Excursion

I work every Tuesday when the Pride Of America or any ship is in Hilo!!! We drive north of Hilo to see the surf spots...

7 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation

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Whale Watch Excursion from the Big Island

This two-and-a-half hour whale watch tour with a certified naturalist departs from the Kailua-Kona pier during whale season (December to April). Hear singing males on...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Big Island: Marine Wildlife Excursion

Whale season is never over for Captain Zodiac. Join us for a unique experience of a lifetime where we venture into the unknown! Enjoy a...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

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Hilo Cruise Ship Excursion: Volcanoes National Park Rainbow Falls

Explore Volcanoes National park, home to Kīlauea, the most active volcano in the world. Learn how volcanic events have impacted the landscape and the lives...

4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Sunset and Manta Ray Snorkel Adventure

Our most popular tour! Watch a legendary Kona sunset from our spacious 50’ catamaran as you sail the Kona coast, followed by the adventure of...

2 hours 15 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Sunset Whale Watching Shared Activity

The Kohala Coast is a whale breeding sanctuary and the best area on the big Island to encounter whale activity. The Namaka is a spacious...

2 hours 15 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Waikoloa Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail

End your day in paradise with a relaxing sunset cruise along Waikoloa’s beautiful Kohala Coast. Departing from Anaeho‘omalu Bay, the Spirit of Aloha catamaran offers...

90 to 120 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanic Experience, Lava Tubes, Waterfalls

Join our captivating exploration of the Big Island's lush, windward side in BIG HAWAII TOURS' luxury, small-group van. During active eruptions, you'll witness the mighty...

5 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

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...

6 hours • Free Cancellation

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Kaimana Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Adventure

Join us for a beautiful ocean tour traveling the Kona coastline to Kealakekua Bay where you will experience a world-renowned reef snorkeling site. This area...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

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Historic Hilo Bay and Coconut Island Guided Kayak Adventure

Experience the history and natural beauty of old Hawaii, unlike anywhere else in the islands, as you will soon discover Hilo Bay captures the feeling...

2 hours • Free Cancellation

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Big Island Kohala Zipline Adventure

Are you ready to fly higher, faster & longer!! Get ready to experience the islands’ NEWEST zipline course. THE NEW KOHALA ZIPLINE is designed to...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

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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....

5 hours • Free Cancellation

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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)...

4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Kona Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch

Set sail from Honokohau Harbor aboard the spacious Spirit of Aloha for a 3-hr adventure along Kona's stunning coast. Cruise past lava rock cliffs and...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

Cruise Ship Guests: We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port of call. Departure times may be adjusted to fit your ships...

6 hours • Free Cancellation

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Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

X9462ONjessicat, Sep 2026

Highly recommend Kona Snorkel Tours if you're visiting the Big Island. Five stars all the way! 🌺🌊🐠🤙

We had an absolutely wonderful time on the Kona Snorkel Tours day trip! From start to finish, it was an incredible experience. Deavon was fantastic getting us checked in and provided so much great information along with being funny! Rory, our captain, was excellent, and Jake, our tour guide and lifeguard was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. All three of them made the experience even better with the fascinating history, stories, and information they shared throughout the tour. The Snorkeling was incredible and saw many fish and a octopus 🐙 You could really tell how much they enjoy what they do and how much they care about making sure everyone has a safe, fun, and memorable time. The combination of snorkeling, beautiful scenery, and learning so much about the area made this a day we won't forget! Highly recommend Kona Snorkel Tours if you're visiting the Big Island. Five stars all the way! 🌺🌊🐠🤙

New York City

Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

Quest35542436532, Sep 2026

Best thing we did while in Hawaii

We had a great time. Deavon checked up in and he was great! Rory was our Captain and Jake was the lifeguard. This was easily the best thing we had done on the Island. We did both the day and night tours. I will be back with tons of friends.

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Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour

241stenh, Sep 2026

Excellent trip to Mauna Kea

Very nice trip with a guide with great knowledge about this journey.

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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

James_C, Sep 2026

Otherworldly experience!

Magical and exhilarating! We rebooked after water conditions canceled our earlier trip; water still had some rough chop so I definitely advise Dramamine or something similar beforehand if sea or motion sickness is a concern. Despite the conditions, Captain Bryce and crew Ryan and Noah not only commanded the ship with ease but also helped convince my nervous partner to swim out (after my attempts failed!) The mantas were beautiful and enchanting, and I only wish I could’ve stayed in the water longer.

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Kona Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail

Sophia_R, Sep 2026

We had such a wonderful...

We had such a wonderful experience on the sunset sailing dinner! The crew was absolutely lovely and so patient with us when we arrived late. We truly appreciated how welcoming and understanding they were. The captain was amazing and even turned the boat so that everyone could enjoy the beautiful sunset from both sides. The sailing was smooth and relaxing, making it the perfect way to spend an evening with family. 🌅⛵️ The dinner was good overall, and the entire experience was enjoyable from start to finish. My family loved it, and we would definitely recommend this sunset sailing dinner to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing experience. Thank you to the crew for making our evening so special!

New York City

Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour: Guaranteed or come again free

ashbunny, Sep 2026

Amazing! Second time and still worth it!

Great experience. Went at 7:20pm and lots to see. Deavon, Cody, Leo and Dave were great and knowledgeable. They helped out my parents who are older and a little hard of hearing.

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Kona Walking Food Tour

Penni_F, Sep 2026

So much fun!

It was such fun! Ellie was a fantastic tour host. We went to 7 different places in Kona and sampled delicious local foods and drinks. Ellie made it fun. It was a good way to introduce us to Kailua Kona.

New York City

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

Michael_S, Sep 2026

We only saw about 3...

We only saw about 3 mantas during our time in the water (from the other groups' hoots and hollers, it sounds like they saw more), but it was absolutely worth it. They came under our group. One did a flip right under the board's light. It really was such an incredible experience.

New York City

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

Luke_M, Sep 2026

So much fun! The manta...

So much fun! The manta rays are incredible creatures. And the staff are very helpful & informative. Best part of my Hawaii trip hands down!

New York City

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

GlobeTrotting719571, Sep 2026

Maranta ray night adventure!

The Captain and entire crew were fantastic. The trip was very well organized, informative and absolutely amazing. I too if that, they were both funny and informative the entire trip. First class team.

New York City

Kona Hawaii Per Person Shared Fishing with Bite Me Sportfishing

Matthew_B, Sep 2026

Shaun and Brad were both...

Shaun and Brad were both great captains and people. Had a great time learning from them about ocean fishing. Had such a great time the first day where we were lucky enough to catch some nice fish, we booked a second trip the next day!

New York City

Kona Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail

Jasmine_N, Sep 2026

Friendly and attending...

Friendly and attending crew who made it fun. Provided us with food and drinks. Had an amazing and fun time. Would definitely recommend

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Kona Coffee Farm Tour

Jeffrey_O, Sep 2026

Coffee Plus

Educational and fun with a dash of rain thrown in. All the staff and docents were more than welcoming.

New York City

Morning Magic Kayak and Snorkel Adventure in Kealakekua Bay

marisagZ7026FQ, Sep 2026

Amazing experience

This was truly an amazing experience. Evan and Logan were incredible guides, provided detailed history and knowledge. The kayak over was absolutely beautiful and the snorkeling was really great (even though the visibility wasn't that perfect from the previous storm). Highly recommend!The only thing I would note is that they asked about dietary restrictions of which I have a gluten intolerance, I was given a garden salad for lunch and unfortunately the fork was accidentally forgotten. I would suggest in the future sourcing a lettuce wrap (if gluten free bread / wraps are unavailable) similar to the sandwiches so its a more on par experience considered it was included in the price.

New York City

Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour

D3528WMcarmenw, Sep 2026

Perfect!

We had the most amazing time! The tour guide, Jon, was the perfect tour guide - very knowledgable, engaging and interesting! Thank you so much for such a memorable experience!!

New York City

Award Winning Farm Tour: Coffee, Chocolate and Unique Gifts

robertdU5563TR, Sep 2026

Enjoyable farm tour and great products

Great job by Greg & Paul and team, very informative and the products were amazing, we learned alot on the tour.

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

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Hawaii Volcano National Park Shore Excursion

Whale Watch Excursion from the Big Island

Big Island: Marine Wildlife Excursion

Hilo Cruise Ship Excursion: Volcanoes National Park Rainbow Falls

Sunset and Manta Ray Snorkel Adventure

Sunset Whale Watching Shared Activity

Waikoloa Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanic Experience, Lava Tubes, Waterfalls

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

Kaimana Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Adventure

Historic Hilo Bay and Coconut Island Guided Kayak Adventure

Big Island Kohala Zipline Adventure

Kona Snorkeling: Beat the Crowd to Kealakekua Bay

Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel

Kona Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

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