The best family-friendly activities in Big Island of Hawaii for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing from Oahu

Take our one day tours from Oahu to the Big Island of Hawaii and experience the world’s most active volcano. Round trip Inter Island airfare …More

Take our one day tours from Oahu to the Big Island of Hawaii and experience the world’s most active volcano. Round trip Inter Island airfare...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$590
4 Hour Super-Raft Snorkeling Experience in Kailua-Kona

Body Glove Cruises newest ocean adventure awaits you! Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled morning on the water. Enjoy the thrill …More

Body Glove Cruises newest ocean adventure awaits you! Step aboard our luxurious 41ft Super-Raft for a fun filled morning on the water. Enjoy the thrill...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$141
3-Hour Cup N Canvas Painting Party

Paint live orchid flowers on the Orchid Isle of Hawaii with local professional artist Star Bolton. Each Hawaiian island has a special nickname and the …More

Paint live orchid flowers on the Orchid Isle of Hawaii with local professional artist Star Bolton. Each Hawaiian island has a special nickname and the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$97
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Adventure

For snorkelers, we will be floating on the surface as a group on our custom built board with spotlights pointing down on these creatures swimming …More

For snorkelers, we will be floating on the surface as a group on our custom built board with spotlights pointing down on these creatures swimming...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$270
Kona Shore Excursion: Sea Turtles, Historic Kona & Coffee

WANT TO SEE HAWAIIAN SEA TURTLES! Cruise ship-friendly tour is approx 5 hr long. This is truly a wonderful experience showing all the highlights in …More

WANT TO SEE HAWAIIAN SEA TURTLES! Cruise ship-friendly tour is approx 5 hr long. This is truly a wonderful experience showing all the highlights in...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$149
Kona Morning Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument

Ensure you find some of the best snorkeling sites in Hawaii on this sail and snorkel adventure leaving from Keauhou Bay Pier. Set sail along …More

Ensure you find some of the best snorkeling sites in Hawaii on this sail and snorkel adventure leaving from Keauhou Bay Pier. Set sail along...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$179
Kona Tour: Bee Farm, Kona Coffee, and National Historical Parks

Discover the history, beauty and culture of the Big Island on this half day tour of the Kona coast. See sacred Hawaiian temples and ancient …More

Discover the history, beauty and culture of the Big Island on this half day tour of the Kona coast. See sacred Hawaiian temples and ancient...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$198
Small Group Snorkeling Expedition South Kona

See parts of the Island most residents of Hawaii never see! Explore further down the pristine South Kona Coast than any other snorkeling tour company …More

See parts of the Island most residents of Hawaii never see! Explore further down the pristine South Kona Coast than any other snorkeling tour company...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$200
Premium group surf lessons- Kona’s Best Surf Lessons

Look no further than Kona Mike's! With 20 years of experience teaching surfing in this stunning location, we specialize in providing an unforgettable surf experience …More

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Look no further than Kona Mike's! With 20 years of experience teaching surfing in this stunning location, we specialize in providing an unforgettable surf experience...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$169
Snorkel With Giant Manta Rays In Kailua Kona

A New Listing for an experienced company and crew. Snorkel Big Island has been operating Manta Ray Snorkel Excursions for over 12 years. Attention to …More

A New Listing for an experienced company and crew. Snorkel Big Island has been operating Manta Ray Snorkel Excursions for over 12 years. Attention to...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$89
Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more

Ohana Tours is veteran-owned and locally owned, and every tour is led by one of our owner-guides. Explore the stunning landscapes of the Big Island …More

Ohana Tours is veteran-owned and locally owned, and every tour is led by one of our owner-guides. Explore the stunning landscapes of the Big Island...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$245
Kona Shore Excursion: Dolphins & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel

Snorkel at a colorful protected reef known as Kealakekua Bay located next to Captain Cook's monument. A truly historical sight! Encounter wild dolphins, sea caves, …More

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Snorkel at a colorful protected reef known as Kealakekua Bay located next to Captain Cook's monument. A truly historical sight! Encounter wild dolphins, sea caves,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$149
Kilauea Summit to Shore from Kona: Small Group

Kilauea Volcano is a magnificent presence on the Big Island of Hawai'i and this small-group, or exclusive private tour focuses primarily on Kilauea and Hawai’i …More

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Kilauea Volcano is a magnificent presence on the Big Island of Hawai'i and this small-group, or exclusive private tour focuses primarily on Kilauea and Hawai’i...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$235
Hilo Cruise Ship Excursion: Volcanoes National Park Rainbow Falls

Explore Volcanoes National park, home to Kīlauea, the most active volcano in the world. Learn how volcanic events have impacted the landscape and the lives …More

Explore Volcanoes National park, home to Kīlauea, the most active volcano in the world. Learn how volcanic events have impacted the landscape and the lives...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$154
Big Island, Hawaii: Whale Watching Tour

It is finally that time of year where the beautiful humpback whales make their return to the Hawaiian islands after migrating from Alaska! Step aboard …More

It is finally that time of year where the beautiful humpback whales make their return to the Hawaiian islands after migrating from Alaska! Step aboard...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Midday Meander - Kealakekua Bay Kayak and Snorkel Adventure

Spend an afternoon with our certified guides and enjoy the majestic scenery of Kealakekua Bay while learning about its rich history and cultural importance. We …More

Spend an afternoon with our certified guides and enjoy the majestic scenery of Kealakekua Bay while learning about its rich history and cultural importance. We...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$187
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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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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$200
Ultimate Circle Island Explorer From Kona Or Kohala Resorts

Ultimate Circle Island Explorer The most complete island tour! The best way to see as much of the Big Island’s unique locations in one day. …More

Ultimate Circle Island Explorer The most complete island tour! The best way to see as much of the Big Island’s unique locations in one day....

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$219
Heavenly Hamakua: From Kona

Adventure North, and experience an older, more traditional Hawaii on the famous Hamakua Coast.  Mauna Kea volcano last erupted some 4,600 years ago.  However, that …More

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Adventure North, and experience an older, more traditional Hawaii on the famous Hamakua Coast.  Mauna Kea volcano last erupted some 4,600 years ago.  However, that...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$235
Kulaniapia Falls Daypass with Activity Discount

Kulaniapia Falls is the largest, privately accessible waterfall in Hawaii, and the ONLY waterfall in the area that you can swim / kayak / paddleboard …More

Kulaniapia Falls is the largest, privately accessible waterfall in Hawaii, and the ONLY waterfall in the area that you can swim / kayak / paddleboard...

2 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
Two Tank Morning Reef Dive and Snorkel

Join us and our expert local guides for an unforgettable Hawaii ocean experience. The calm, clear waters of Kona are perfect for incredible wildlife encounters. …More

Join us and our expert local guides for an unforgettable Hawaii ocean experience. The calm, clear waters of Kona are perfect for incredible wildlife encounters....

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$195
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