Things to do in Big Island of Hawaii

Planning questions about Big Island of Hawaii

What are the best things to do in Big Island of Hawaii?

Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch is the highest ranked experience in Big Island of Hawaii, scoring 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 2,513 traveler reviews. KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings, Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History, Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour, Hilo Shore Excursion Volcanoes National Park and Black Sand Beach round out the top five. Outty ranks 518 bookable experiences in Big Island of Hawaii, United States, and 7 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 Kona Coffee Farm Tour from Tree to Tasting Room. 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 top 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. 18 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.