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Guaranteed Dolphin/Whale Watch

Unique to the Big Island of Hawaii, over a dozen species of whales can be found on the Kona Coast year-round! Join us as we …More

4.9 (573)

Guaranteed Dolphin/Whale Watch

Unique to the Big Island of Hawaii, over a dozen species of whales can be found on the Kona Coast year-round! Join us as we...

3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$129
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 (526)

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
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$309
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour in Kailua-Kona, Big Island

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to snorkel with Giant Manta Rays in their natural habitat on the Big Island! Parties are asked to select the ticket that …More

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour in Kailua-Kona, Big Island

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to snorkel with Giant Manta Rays in their natural habitat on the Big Island! Parties are asked to select the ticket that...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$125
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
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
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$99
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
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Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves

Join us to see the underwater beauty near Captain Cook's Monument and Puuhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park. Usually, at this time of day, the …More

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Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves

Join us to see the underwater beauty near Captain Cook's Monument and Puuhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park. Usually, at this time of day, the...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$119
Big Island: Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure

Experience the Hawaiian beauty of the Kohala Waterfalls on this small group Kohala Waterfalls adventure tour. Drive along the Kona coastline and explore the areas …More

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Big Island: Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure

Experience the Hawaiian beauty of the Kohala Waterfalls on this small group Kohala Waterfalls adventure tour. Drive along the Kona coastline and explore the areas...

7 hours • Free Cancellation
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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 …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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Luxury Kona Coast Snorkel Tour Including Lunch

Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey for adventure seekers eager to explore the pristine waters of the South Kona Coast. What makes this snorkeling tour unique …More

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Luxury Kona Coast Snorkel Tour Including Lunch

Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey for adventure seekers eager to explore the pristine waters of the South Kona Coast. What makes this snorkeling tour unique...

5 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour

Explore the worlds most active volcano with one of our professional, award winning guides - get away from the big bus and van tours and …More

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Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour

Explore the worlds most active volcano with one of our professional, award winning guides - get away from the big bus and van tours and...

3 to 6 hours • Free Cancellation
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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 …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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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 …More

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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...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$136
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. …More

5.0 (242)

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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$163
Volcano, Chocolate and Waterfalls of the Big Island

Hawaii’s most “in-depth” volcano experience is here! Join our National Park Certified Guides on a journey through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park's new & dramatic landscape. …More

4.9 (241)

Volcano, Chocolate and Waterfalls of the Big Island

Hawaii’s most “in-depth” volcano experience is here! Join our National Park Certified Guides on a journey through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park's new & dramatic landscape....

11 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (241)
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$309
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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$259

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A Great Investment to Make the Most of our Time!
New York City
Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour
franmc812, Sep 2026
A Great Investment to Make the Most of our Time!
My husband and I booked the 3-hour tour. Justin was our guide. He was very knowledgeable and funny. He took us to see things we otherwise would have missed. It was amazing walking inside a lava tube, viewing the beautiful coast with its sea arches, checking out tree molds, and so much more.Justin even gave us great recommendations for some of the best restaurants we visited on the island!
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Manta Rays at Night
New York City
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour in Kailua-Kona, Big Island
O5217EQdianac, Sep 2026
Manta Rays at Night
The Iruka Kona Manta Ray excursion was absolutely incredible! Our crew captain, Lena and her team of Trev, Diego, & Makua were friendly, professional, and made the whole experience feel safe and easy. Seeing the manta rays up close in the water was truly unforgettable. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Kona!
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Swimmin with the fishes
New York City
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour in Kailua-Kona, Big Island
marccP4148YV, Sep 2026
Swimmin with the fishes
A must not miss. The experience is one of a kind. You are inches from the manta rays as they do their thing in the wild. Comfort level is high as you are in a sheltered cove, land visible, depth maybe 10-20 feet. It is something you will never forget. Can't say enough about the crew. Cap't Lena, Trev, Diego, and Makua are safety first, professional, funny, and as nice as can be. They have you covered on the boat and in the water. Right there to make sure everyone is comfortable and safe. Do not pass this up, just do it.
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Beautiful views of the coast, horizon, and reef with knowledgeable, professional, and funny guide
New York City
3.5 Hour Kailua-Kona Ocean Kayak and Snorkel Tour
X6085VZlarryh, Sep 2026
Beautiful views of the coast, horizon, and reef with knowledgeable, professional, and funny guide
What a fun time! This tour is a nice little combination of adventure, serenity, humor, nature, and nuggets of Hawaiian history & geography. Kevin, the tour guide, will lead you on a fun kayaking excursion to a seaside cliff that you can jump off, a cave that backsplashes water, and a reef where you can snorkel to see several species of fish. If you're lucky, you'll see dolphins -- we did. They were about 50 yards away, gently cruising by. Kevin provides excellent instructions throughout the trip, making sure that you're safe and comfortable. He'll even crack a few jokes and offer great advice about other activities -- such as snorkeling with manta rays -- that tourists often enjoy. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who enjoys kayaking, snorkeling, and /or just being out in nature. Make sure to take a protective, buoyant phone case for pictures of the Kona coastline, the fish down below, and potentially dolphins!
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Amazing snorkel spots
New York City
Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves
Josephine_A, Sep 2026
Amazing snorkel spots
Super convenient speed boat with only 6 other guests and lots of time snorkeling each spot. Beautiful snorkeling! Lots of fish and creatures and cool rock formations. Some people were able to swim with a turtle.
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Waterfalls
New York City
Big Island: Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure
nancyrT8934PR, Sep 2026
Waterfalls
Wonderful. Guide was very knowledgeable. Beautiful sights. Lunch on a cliff.
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Fantastic trip. Great...
New York City
Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa
Susan_S, Sep 2026
Fantastic trip. Great...
Fantastic trip. Great job by our tour guide. He added trip to farmers market to allow some of us to eat breakfast and others to shop. He was very knowledgeable and clearly explained duration for each stop and demonstrated key features for additional understanding
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Walking in the Clouds
New York City
Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Montane Jungle Tour (2.5 hrs)
J2466ZVclaytonb, Sep 2026
Walking in the Clouds
Our tour guide was very knowledgable about the area and history of the Kona Cloud Forest. I was quite taken by her knowledge of the different foliage in the area,history and botanical importance to the environment. The trail was natural, which made it all the more interesting, The tour guide answered questions clearly and with confidence, showing her knowledge of the area. I would definitely recommend this tour to my friends, co-workers and visitors.
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Amazing adventure
New York City
Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona
L3296KVmadisonc, Sep 2026
Amazing adventure
Such an amqzing experience to see the volcanoes. It is a long day and worth it! Our guide Dave was amazing. He was so knowledgeable and a cool guy to hangout with for 12 hours. It was an incredible experience!
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Great experience!
New York City
Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves
Ruth_H, Sep 2026
Great experience!
Guides were great. We saw so many fish. Also saw an eel, octopus and a little sting ray. We were able to see some spinner dolphins. We would definitely do this again.
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Awesome Tour, and Jill is a Great Tour Guide
New York City
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour
mikebW8983CA, Sep 2026
Awesome Tour, and Jill is a Great Tour Guide
During our Big Island vacation, we intentionally stayed on the Hilo side for a few days, to make sure we did a tour of the Volcano National Park. Our travel agent recommended using Cool Hawaii, so that's where we started. We like the idea of a smaller group, so that's the one we chose. Turned out that Mauka Makai Adventures was our tour provider, and Jill was our tour guide. We couldn't have been luckier. Their van is newer, and very comfortable. And I can't imagine anyone any more knowledgeable than Jill. She literally grew up on the side of the volcano (in the little village of Volcano), and she knew everything about the volcano and it's history. She was constantly telling us stories about the area, which was awesome. She also knew the answer to every question anyone in the group asked. I can't say enough positive things about Jill, and strongly recommend anyone considering a volcano national park tour, to specifically request Mauka Makai. We didn't meet Jill's husband Josh, but I did speak to him twice. I'll be he's as good as Jill. And this is the only tour they do now, so they are really focused on doing the volcano tour right. Great experience.
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Mauka Makai is Great, Especially Jill As Tour Guide
New York City
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour
Mike_B, Sep 2026
Mauka Makai is Great, Especially Jill As Tour Guide
During our Big Island vacation, we intentionally stayed on the Hilo side for a few days, to make sure we did a tour of the Volcano National Park. Our travel agent recommended using Cool Hawaii, so that's where we started. We like the idea of a smaller group, so that's the one we chose. Turned out that Mauka Makai Adventures was our tour provider, and Jill was our tour guide. We couldn't have been luckier. Their van is newer, and very comfortable. And I can't imagine anyone any more knowledgeable than Jill. She literally grew up on the side of the volcano (in the little village of Volcano), and she knew everything about the volcano and it's history. She was constantly telling us stories about the area, which was awesome. She also knew the answer to every question anyone in the group asked. I can't say enough positive things about Jill, and strongly recommend anyone considering a volcano national park tour, to specifically request Mauka Makai. We didn't meet Jill's husband Josh, but I did speak to him twice. I'll be he's as good as Jill. And this is the only tour they do now, so they are really focused on doing the volcano tour right. Great experience.
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An absolute must
New York City
Kona’s Best Manta Ray Night Snorkel Small Group Experience
CalifirniaSmile, Sep 2026
An absolute must
I wasn’t sure what to expect but this adventure is 1000/10! Highly recommend and it will be a highlight of your Hawaiian vacation! The boat ride was thrilling, the nighttime “swim” was remarkable. You won’t have a better crew than Alexis, Raechel, and Emily! We learned a ton about the area and manta rays. We say about 3 manta rays. But just being in the water at night was worth it! So if you don’t see any manta rays which is possible it’s still a fantastic experience! I would definitely book again! I would also say this should only be for good swimmers! Anytime you are getting in the ocean- know how to swim. Your panic and fear puts everyone at risk! Friendly reminder. Bring some cash to tip the crew! They are worth it and work hard for you to have an excellent experience!
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Spontaneous, but well worth the time.
New York City
Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Montane Jungle Tour (2.5 hrs)
107dawnr, Sep 2026
Spontaneous, but well worth the time.
This trip was very spontaneous for my husband and I. I felt the cost of the experience was well within the price range of activities on the island. Our tour guide Heather rose was amazing. She was super informative, pleasant to talk to I felt like she knew all the answers to the questions that were asked. I also feel like the environment that the trees and flowers are flourishing in was incredible. Highly recommend this as an unusual stop on your Hawaiian vacation.
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Kevin was amazing! He...
New York City
3.5 Hour Kailua-Kona Ocean Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Curt_W, Sep 2026
Kevin was amazing! He...
Kevin was amazing! He was very knowledgeable, patient and thoughtful to ensure we had a memorable experience. Must do!
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It was a long drive and...
New York City
Big Island: Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure
Madison_C, Sep 2026
It was a long drive and...
It was a long drive and well worth it. Our guide Taro was very knowledgeable, took photos for us, and had anything we could possibly need (bug spray, drinks, snacks, etc). We would highly recommend. It will be a trip we will always remember!
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