Outdoors things to do in Big Island of Hawaii

We rank 275 outdoor things to do in Big Island of Hawaii, United States. The highest scoring is Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History with an Outty Ranking of 91 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $5 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
275
In the 90+ Club
2
Available today
60
From
$5

Outdoors in Big Island of Hawaii compared

Top 10 outdoor things to do in Big Island of Hawaii by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History91$27611h4.9/5 (7,012)
Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch91$854h4.9/5 (2,490)
Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour90$30912h4.9/5 (1,732)
Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure89$754h5/5 (718)
Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach88$1696h4.8/5 (2,974)
Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall88$29911h4.9/5 (1,066)
Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour88$3308h4.9/5 (1,624)
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona87$271h4.9/5 (904)
Big Island: Deluxe Volcano Experience with Restaurant Dinner87$33111h4.9/5 (629)
Afternoon Sail & Snorkel to the Captain Cook Monument86$493h4.9/5 (740)

Every outdoors experience we rank in Big Island of Hawaii

Outdoors in Big Island of Hawaii: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in Big Island of Hawaii?
Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 91 out of 100 from 7,012 traveler reviews. 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 follow close behind. We rank 275 outdoors experiences in Big Island of Hawaii in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Big Island of Hawaii cost?
Expect around $183 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience from $5, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book outdoors activities in Big Island of Hawaii for today?
Yes. 60 of the 60 top-ranked outdoors experiences we track in Big Island of Hawaii currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book in the morning where you can.
How does Outty rank outdoors experiences in Big Island of Hawaii?
Every experience gets an Outty Ranking from 0 to 100 built from traveler sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, value against comparable outdoors options in Big Island of Hawaii, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Anything scoring 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.
When is the best time to visit Big Island of Hawaii?
April to October, though the island runs year round.

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