

Things to do in Big Island of Hawaii
The Big Island is volcano country: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park tours, Mauna Kea summit stargazing, night manta ray snorkels off Kona, Waipio Valley lookouts and coffee farm visits. Summit tours have real altitude rules, so we weight safety detail.
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What are the best things to do in Big Island of Hawaii?
Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Big Island of Hawaii, United States. The highest scoring is KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings at 92 out of 100, followed by Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History, Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch, Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour. Prices start at $5 per person and 3 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. April to October, though the island runs year round.
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Most Popular in Big Island of Hawaii
The experiences travelers book most right now.


Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall
Most Highly Reviewed in Big Island of Hawaii
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach
Last Minute in Big Island of Hawaii
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach
Family Friendly in Big Island of Hawaii
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Kealakekua Bay Afternoon Snorkel: Family Fun on the Kona Coast

Big Island: Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure

Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour

Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves
Food & Drink in Big Island of Hawaii
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona

Big Island: Deluxe Volcano Experience with Restaurant Dinner

Kealakekua Bay Afternoon Snorkel: Family Fun on the Kona Coast

Sunset and Manta Ray Snorkel Adventure
Culture & History in Big Island of Hawaii
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

Award Winning Farm Tour: Coffee, Chocolate and Unique Gifts
Outdoors in Big Island of Hawaii
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall
Nightlife in Big Island of Hawaii
After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings

Award Winning Farm Tour: Coffee, Chocolate and Unique Gifts

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit Tour with Free Night Star Photo

Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour: Guaranteed or come again free
Planning questions about Big Island of Hawaii
- What are the best things to do in Big Island of Hawaii?
- KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings is the highest ranked experience in Big Island of Hawaii, scoring 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 2,630 traveler reviews. Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History, Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch, Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour, Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Big Island of Hawaii, United States, and 3 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in Big Island of Hawaii cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Big Island of Hawaii is $149 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $5 on Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in Big Island of Hawaii for today?
- Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Big Island of Hawaii currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Big Island of Hawaii good for families?
- Yes. 16 of the experiences we rank in Big Island of Hawaii are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in Big Island of Hawaii?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit Big Island of Hawaii?
- April to October, though the island runs year round. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in Big Island of Hawaii?
- 119 of the 120 experiences we rank in Big Island of Hawaii offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in Big Island of Hawaii gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Big Island of Hawaii so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.