Top things to do in Big Island of Hawaii in Summer (Updated August 2026)

Big Island of Hawaii, USA
Private - All Inclusive Big Island Circle Tour

Are you interested in seeing all the major highlights on the Big Island in just one day? This full circle tour takes you and your...

12 to 13 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
12 to 13 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
12 to 13 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (17)
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$1,660
Private - All Inclusive Big Island Volcano & Waterfalls Tour

You don’t want to miss this adventure! Experience two of our most requested destinations on our Big Island volcanoes and waterfalls tour. Visit the waterfalls...

12 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
12 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
12 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (12)
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$1,660
Private Hilo Shore Excursion to Volcano Waterfall and Black Sand
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Likely to Sell Out

Experience a unique shore excursion departing from Hilo Port, where we take you to the renowned Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, setting us apart from other...

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (11)
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$1,699
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 hoursFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$1,699
10 Passenger Max Customizable Private Charter

• Vessel Designed for Exploration: HAWAII MARINE LIFE CHARTERS uses a 31’ Ocean Craft RHIB—the same "super-raft" used by military and law enforcement. This design...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (13)
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$1,739.55
Private Shore Excursion Hilo Volcanoes National Park up to 10 PPL
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Likely to Sell Out

We are a small tour company rated #1 out of 14 outdoor activities in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park by Cool Hawaii. Our vans seat up...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (38)
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$1,834
Private Charter: Customizable Big Island Boat Adventure

Are you looking to relax with your family or friends? Our modern powered catamaran is designed for open ocean conditions that will allow our passengers...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (23)
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$1,882
Half Day Private Cruise Tour with Snorkeling and Fishing in Kona

Come aboard UliUli Moana for a luxury private snorkeling tour. Everything you need for the day is provided. You and your party can show up...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$1,900
Private Shore Excursion Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Discover Volcanoes National Park on this private and personal tour. Allowing you to see what you want and do what fits your interests, this tour...

5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$1,995
Big Island Highlights Tour From Kona and Waikoloa
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Likely to Sell Out

Don't let our new addition on Cool Hawaii/ Cool Hawaii stop you from booking with little reviews... Your official and authentic guides have done this...

10 to 11 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 to 11 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 to 11 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$1,999
Private Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Minivan Tour

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 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$1,999
Private Volcano Tour

Hawaii's most sought after views. Cultural differences and history. Past and present knowledge of the "Big Island"....

4 to 5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 to 5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 to 5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (7)
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$1,999.99
The Ultimate Private Adventure
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Likely to Sell Out

With Kona Ocean Adventures, we are not just another tour but a true Adventure! This charter is for up to 6 guests. If you have...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (48)
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$2,052.53
Private Tour: Experience Active Kilauea Volcano & Hilo Rainbow Falls
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Likely to Sell Out

Treat yourself to an exclusive private tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo's tropical beauty. Travel to the summit of Hawaii Island's youngest and...

5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (11)
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$2,255.39
Volcanoes, Beaches and Waterfall Highlights Private Guided Tour

Our tours are built around you. As one of the few Hawaiian-owned and operated tour companies on the Big Island, we offer a personal connection...

10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (47)
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$2,280
Custom Volcanoes National Park Tour with extra stops

This custom private tour for up to 11 people starts at the Hilo Port or any Hilo hotel. You will see the Best of the...

7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (10)
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$2,295
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