The best family-friendly activities in Hilo for parents and kids (Updated August 2026)

Hilo, USA
Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand
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Likely to Sell Out

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 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (414)
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$160
“Ultimate Big Island Experience” Volcano,Waterfall,Beach & Lunch
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Likely to Sell Out

Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We offer a unique tour including hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit,...

6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (137)
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$189
Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch
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Likely to Sell Out

Make the most of your shore visit with our half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. We offer a unique tour...

6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (101)
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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...

7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (98)
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$199
Akaka Falls Tour - Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Discovery

Experience the lush beauty of Big Island’s Hamakua Coast on our tour to ʻAkaka Falls State Park, where the Island’s tropical splendor is on full...

7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (36)
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$179
Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Tour - Volcanoes National Park & Hilo

Discover one of Hawaiʻi’s most unique and visually striking natural wonders on this unforgettable visit to Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach. Stroll along the shoreline where...

7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (36)
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$179
“Experience “Hawaii Volcano,Waterfall, Black Sand Beach & Lunch
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Likely to Sell Out

If your time is limited and you want to see the best of the Big Island of Hawaiʻi, this tour is for you! Join us...

6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (34)
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$185
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Adventure

As a Native Hawaiian from Hawaiʻi Island, these aren’t just tour stops — they’re part of my home. From walking the grounds of Kīlauea to...

4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$139.79
The Pele Express SMALL GROUP Tour
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Likely to Sell Out

Discover the volcanic wonders of the Big Island on a 5.5 to 6-hour tour that showcases the best of Hilo. This small-group experience allows you...

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 (5)
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$181
Fissure 8 Tour - Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Discovery

The Fissure 8 Tour is an unforgettable, guided journey to the site of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption, where Fissure 8 – the most powerful fissure...

7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$229
Hilo Finest Waterfalls and Town Tour

Explore the Big Island’s treasures on a 5.5-6 hour tour that showcases Hilo’s stunning landscapes and rich culture. Begin with a scenic photo stop at...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$200
From Big island Hilo Shared Shore Excursion and Waterfalls Tour

Explore enchanting sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring waterfalls, black sand beach and more .You'll make stops at Akaka Waterfalls, plus...

6 hoursFree Cancellation
6 hoursFree Cancellation
6 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$285
Hilo Tour Volcano Waterfall Beach and More

Tour through Hilo in Comfort. Enjoy Everything Hilo Has to offer from a Black Sand Beach, Volcano, waterfall, Mauna Loa Mac Nut Factory, Local Farmers...

5 hours 45 minutesHotel pickup offered
5 hours 45 minutesHotel pickup offered
5 hours 45 minutes • Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1)
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$329
The Pele Express KILAUEA ONLY ERUPTION ROULETTE Tour

This express tour handles every single detail so you can safely witness Kīlauea’s raw power and still get back to port with plenty of time...

4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$133.99
Hilo Cruise Day Tours

Join Hawaii Island Insider Tours for an unforgettable journey through the natural beauty of East Hawaiʻi. This small group excursion visits Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls,...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$121.99
Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour
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Likely to Sell Out

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes...

10 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.7 (411)
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$202.76
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