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

Big Island of Hawaii, USA
3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch

1. Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure - Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17 - The friendly staff welcomes guests...

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Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel
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Snorkel at a colorful protected reef known as Kealakekua Bay located next to Captain Cook's monument. A truly historical sight! Encounter wild dolphins, sea caves,...

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Night Manta Ray Experience
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Snorkel at night with the gentle giants of the South Kona Coast in safety and comfort, and experience what the Travel Channel named one of the...

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Manta Magic: Small-Group Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua Kona
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Avoid the crowds of the other "cattle boats" in Kona, and enjoy a small-group manta ray snorkeling experience with a maximum of 12 passengers. This...

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Snorkel with Manta Rays Guaranteed
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Join us aboard our luxurious catamaran, Hoku Nui, as we coast to the world famous Manta Ray Village. Travel Channel says “its one of the...

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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...

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Manta Ray Snorkel Experience
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We have one of the best rafts for manta viewing. Suitable for kids and non-swimmers. Comfortable 45 ft Zodiac. Hawaii is considered the #1 place...

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Big Island Parasailing Experience
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On The Big Island, experience the thrill of flying over the Kona Coast with majestic views of the Big Island of Hawaii. The incredible views...

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Adventure in Kailua-Kona

Discover the magic of the ocean at night with a Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua-Kona. This small-group tour (maximum 18 participants) takes you to...

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Beach Snorkel - Sea Turtle and Black Sand Lagoon

Discover a world of marine science and one of the best snorkeling spots in the Hilo region at these two family-friendly beach parks, accessed from...

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Afternoon Sail & Snorkel to the Captain Cook Monument

A three hour tour you won't want to miss! Set Sail down the Majestic Kona Coastline with breathtaking views of landscaped ledges of ancient lava...

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One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel
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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...

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Mauna Kea 3hr Two Stop Sealife Snorkel Adventure

Set out from Kawaihae Harbor aboard Olohana, a 41-ft luxury powerboat built for comfort, speed, and adventure along the Big Island’s beautiful Kohala Coast. This...

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Waikoloa Turtle Catamaran Snorkel Sail

Set out from Anaeho‘omalu Bay for a 2-hour snorkeling adventure along Waikoloa’s beautiful Kohala Coast. Cruise aboard the Spirit of Aloha, a spacious catamaran designed...

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Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue SUP Adventure

This is a great adventure for the entire family. The river has a calm serene feeling of feeling as if you stepped back in time....

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Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Kayak Adventure

This is a great adventure for the entire family. The river has a calm serene feeling of feeling as if you stepped back in time....

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