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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 …More

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Big Island: Whale Watch Excursion

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

4.5 (250)

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$151

Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden

Explore Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, swim at Kulanipia private waterfalls, visit majestic Waipio Valley Lookout, and hike to the stunning Akaka Falls and Rainbow Falls …More

4.9 (528)

Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden

Explore Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, swim at Kulanipia private waterfalls, visit majestic Waipio Valley Lookout, and hike to the stunning Akaka Falls and Rainbow Falls...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (528)

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$278

Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner …More

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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$141

Kona’s Best Manta Ray Night Snorkel Small Group Experience

We carry a maximum of 12 passengers so we can offer a more intimate manta ray snorkel experience than the larger "cattle boats" in Kona. …More

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Kona’s Best Manta Ray Night Snorkel Small Group Experience

We carry a maximum of 12 passengers so we can offer a more intimate manta ray snorkel experience than the larger "cattle boats" in Kona....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (388)

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$125

Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to …More

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Dolphin, Sea Cave, Captain Cook, Kealakekua Bay Reef Snorkeling

2 different Snorkel Locations! Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument / Kealakekua Bay Fast, agile Zodiac navy boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$99

Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Red …More

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Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

• Kealakekua Bay Marine Life Conservation District — 60-80 ft visibility, protected since 1969 • World Famous Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay • Red...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$179

Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona

We are a small company started by a Geologist that has the drive and inspiration to teach Hawaii's geological past along with all the other …More

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Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona

We are a small company started by a Geologist that has the drive and inspiration to teach Hawaii's geological past along with all the other...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$246

Big Island UTV Atv Farm Tour with Fruit Tasting and Fishing

You drive our side by side 4WD ATV on our 533 acre ranch. We have 2, 4, and 6 seater vehicles. Botanical adventure and experience! …More

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Big Island UTV Atv Farm Tour with Fruit Tasting and Fishing

You drive our side by side 4WD ATV on our 533 acre ranch. We have 2, 4, and 6 seater vehicles. Botanical adventure and experience!...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$149

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour

See two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa, on a small group tour that features the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes …More

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour

See two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa, on a small group tour that features the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$189

Big Island Waipio on Horseback Mountain to Ocean Views

Ride a guided tour of Waipio On Horseback Ranch, experience a traditional Ahupua’a (Mauka Makai). Horseback through a large coconut orchard, banana groves, and fishponds. …More

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Big Island Waipio on Horseback Mountain to Ocean Views

Ride a guided tour of Waipio On Horseback Ranch, experience a traditional Ahupua’a (Mauka Makai). Horseback through a large coconut orchard, banana groves, and fishponds....

2 hours

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$183

Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa

We are a small company started by a Geologist that has the drive and inspiration to teach Hawaii's geological past along with all the other …More

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Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa

We are a small company started by a Geologist that has the drive and inspiration to teach Hawaii's geological past along with all the other...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$246

Edible Hibiscus Guided Farm Tour (Big Island)

Experience the intense flavors of fresh hibiscus along with our flowers in syrup, preserves and tea, while you’re guided through our estate greenhouse and outdoor …More

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Edible Hibiscus Guided Farm Tour (Big Island)

Experience the intense flavors of fresh hibiscus along with our flowers in syrup, preserves and tea, while you’re guided through our estate greenhouse and outdoor...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$49

Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Montane Jungle Tour (2.5 hrs)

The Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary is all family stewarded, operated and forested since 1982! Come explore this unique ecosystem and microclimate. Learn about native species …More

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Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Montane Jungle Tour (2.5 hrs)

The Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary is all family stewarded, operated and forested since 1982! Come explore this unique ecosystem and microclimate. Learn about native species...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$149

Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only

Get the most of your time in Hilo. Have a local driver get you to the most popular attractions on Hawai'i Island. The best scenes …More

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Hawai'i's Volcanoes National Park from Hilo Only

Get the most of your time in Hilo. Have a local driver get you to the most popular attractions on Hawai'i Island. The best scenes...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$230

3.5 Hour Kailua-Kona Ocean Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Enjoy an aquatic adventure on the Big Island during this 4-hour small-group excursion combining sea kayaking, snorkeling, and more. Paddle along a section of the …More

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3.5 Hour Kailua-Kona Ocean Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Enjoy an aquatic adventure on the Big Island during this 4-hour small-group excursion combining sea kayaking, snorkeling, and more. Paddle along a section of the...

4 hours

4.9 (392)

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$99

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Self-Guided GPS Audio Tour

Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with an app-based, self-guided GPS audio driving tour through volcanic craters, lava fields, rainforest, and dramatic coastal landscapes. There’s no …More

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Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Self-Guided GPS Audio Tour

Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with an app-based, self-guided GPS audio driving tour through volcanic craters, lava fields, rainforest, and dramatic coastal landscapes. There’s no...

2 days Free Cancellation

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$23

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