Outdoor Activities in Big Island of Hawaii

Explore the lush Hamakua Coast on a full-day trip from Kona, including the stunning Waipio Valley overlook. Browse tropical produce at Hilo’s vibrant farmers’ market, and visit the sheltered Onomea Bay. Discover Hawaii’s extraordinary plants at a botanical garden, then spot native orchids as you walk to a waterfall surrounded by dense forest. Watch the earth drop away beneath you at the edge of the Waipio Valley, and experience the Big Island’s wilderness and serenity before returning to Kona.

Go on a half-day sport fishing excursion on the Big Island. This large-group charter is led by a knowledgeable captain and crew equipped with all the gear you'll need to reel in yellow fin tuna, big eye tuna, striped marlin, ono, spearfish, or mahi-mahi. Enjoy a fun and relaxing outing that's perfect for the whole family - even those who just kick back on the deck and soak up the sun.

Spend the morning exploring Hawaii Volcanoes National park, where you tour Kilauea, an active volcano. Learn about the island's most active volcano, and steam rising from its volcanic vents. After a picnic lunch (provided) continue on through Hilo along the coast to Umauma Falls where your biplane adventure begins. Take four thrilling turns gliding across the zip-lines over the river and waterfalls as you take in panoramic views of the mountains and ocean around you. Please see restrictions and requirements for zip-line participants.

Sport fishing fanatics and those who want to learn won't want to miss this four-hour, family-friendly fishing boat excursion off the coast of Kona. You'll not only get a chance to learn fishing techniques and try your hand at catching local fish, but you'll also learn about local history and culture.

Start your morning on the Big Island on top of the world (literally) during this 6-hour sunrise trip to the peak of Mauna Kea. Watch the first rays of light peek across the horizon from the 13,000-foot (3,900-meter) summit before descending for an included continental breakfast and visit to the Mauna Kea Silversword plant enclosure.

Explore three volcanic craters during one great trip on this 11.5-hour excursion on the Big Island. Travel aboard a high-end Mercedes van as you trek to the still-steaming Mauna Ulu, enjoy an amazing hike across Kilauea Iki crater and discover the summit of Kilauea Caldera. All entrance fees, plus a deli-style lunch and and local-style dinner are included.

Discover two things Hawaii's Big Island is famous for - java and volcanoes - on an off-road Kona Coffee and Craters Tour. Hop aboard a 4 Wheel Drive van for a breaktaking ride up the side of Hualalai volcano. You'll pass giant craters and among both rainforest and lunar landscapes climbing 6,000 feet to explore an incredible lava tube on foot. Afterward, spend some time at one of Kona's renowned mountain coffee plantations where you'll have an opportunity to sample the local product.

Experience the Big Island's lush Hamakua Coast on this all-day 4x4 adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, catch amazing views of two volcanoes - Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea - and Hilo's Rainbow Falls. Enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch and marvel at towering Akaka Falls before hopping in an off-road vehicle and exploring the magical scenery of Waipio Valley.

Find your 'green thumb' during this 30-minute behind-the-scenes visit to a Big Island orchid garden and greenhouse. Enjoy the fragrant scent of more than 1,000 flowers as you follow an expert grower on a orchid-themed tour. You'll view plants in different stages of development, see how they're bred, and even get to plant one of your own. A baby orchid souvenir is also included.

Fish for local species off the coast of Kona during this half-day charter. Get as little or as much help as you wish angling for marlin, tuna, and other smaller game on request. The local captain will take you to the best possible fishing spots and you'll be using top-of-the-line equipment, which gives you the best possible chance to land your prize vish.

Experience big skies and incredible nighttime views on this Mauna Kea stargazing trip with a small group. Join no more than 28 guests for a pre-trip picnic at a historic Hawaiian ranch, proceeded by a ride in a 4x4 luxury van to the summit of the Big Island's tallest peak. After admiring a sunset view, continue down to 9,000 feet (2,743 meters) for a stargazing session, complete with a telescope, hot chocolate, and dessert. The trip also includes a guide and a hooded parka to keep you warm.

Spend six hours sport fishing off the coast of Kona with this private charter out to sea. You'll be joined by an expert crew who can teach you all about angling and fishing techniques as you fish for ono, spearfish, bigeye tuna and striped marlin. Alternatively, you can spend your time snorkeling and swimming in the cool waters off shore.

The city of Hilo is surrounded by some of Hawaii's most scenic wonders, and on this 7-line Hilo ziplining tour, you can literally soar past thundering falls as you zip through a tropical rainforest. Learn about traditional Hawaiian agriculture as you zip by Akaka Falls State Park, and once you're comfortable sitting in the harness and feeling the exhilarating rush, prepare for the dramatic crossing that's one of the longest zipines in Hawaii, and feel the rush of wind on your face as the forest opens up beneath you.

Spend the day out on the water off the Kona Coast on this 6-hour, private, large-group boating and sport-fishing excursion. Learn how to fish like a pro, as the captain and crew offer tips and techniques to catching the big one. The waters off the Big Island are swimming with blue marlin, striped marlin, bigeye tuna, ono and spearfish, among many others. Sit on the boat, fishing or just relaxing, and take in the deep-blue view.

Visit the birthplace of the Hawaiian Islands on this full-day volcano adventure from Kona. Travel along famous Saddle Road and see the sites, featuring a stop in Hilo, Hawaii's second-largest city. Also, discover a lava tube and enjoy a picnic lunch en route to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the state's only UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend the afternoon exploring the park before dinner at Kilauea Lodge, an award-winning restaurant located in nearby Volcano Village. Finally, take in the fiery glow of the Kilauea Volcano, the most active volcano in Hawaii.

Learn how to fish like a pro, whether you're a beginner or already an expert angler, on this private large-group 6-hour charter excursion off the Kona Coast. Get some fishing and angling techniques from the friendly captain and crew and then cast your line out hoping to catch the big one. Snag a bigeye tuna or mahimahi or even a blue marlin and be the envy of the boat. Or just sit back and enjoy the shimmering blue sea on this relaxing half-day excursion off the Big Island.

See three of Hawaii's most massive volcanoes during this Hawaii Volcanoes National Park tour. First get the chance to see Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa at Mauna State Park. Then, head to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to see Kilauea, and if possible at the time, walk its summit. Your guide leads you on moderate hikes under two miles (3.2 kilometers). This Hawaiian volcanoes tour also includes both lunch and a picnic-style dinner, as well as round-trip transport from Kona.

Experience the best volcano tour on the island of Hawaii! Travel in luxury and comfort to the Hilo side of the island in our Mercedes Benz mini-coaches along Hawaii Island's best short cut - Saddle Road. You'll spend the day taking in the volcanic legacy of the Big Island, from historic flows to the newest formations made by the most recent eruption in the Lower East Rift Zone of Kilauea. Gourmet picnic lunch and sit-down dinner at Kilauea Lodge included.

Fly across the lush forest of the Big Island’s northern Kohala region on a 3-hour zipline adventure near Kapaau. Trek through the treetops in a canopy park featuring a series of suspension bridges, platforms and nine thrilling ziplines. Expert instructors are on-hand to ensure everyone’s safety while cruising across the customizable, whisper-quiet course.

The Kona Coast is one of the best spots for sport fishing on Hawaii's Big Island. On this full-day charter cruise, enjoy a tailor-made experience for you and your group. Pack a picnic lunch and set sail around the Big Island; try your hand fishing for striped marlin, bigeye tuna, or spear fish; and learn fishing tips and techniques to maximize your chances. This tour is completely customisable so you can spend as long as you like fishing or simply relax on deck and soak up the scenery.