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

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Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

This 12 hour nature tour offers an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore the diverse landscape and natural wonders, including a visit …More

This 12 hour nature tour offers an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. Explore the diverse landscape and natural wonders, including a visit...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (7,019)
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$276
Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

A must do while in Hawaii! It's a lifetime opportunity to see up close manta rays feeding and interacting with other ocean creatures under the …More

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A must do while in Hawaii! It's a lifetime opportunity to see up close manta rays feeding and interacting with other ocean creatures under the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$94
Hilo Shore Excursion Volcanoes National Park and Black Sand Beach

Cruise Ship Guests: We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port of call. Departure times may be adjusted to fit your ships …More

Cruise Ship Guests: We have special permits to pick up directly from Hilo port of call. Departure times may be adjusted to fit your ships...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (3,006)
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$169
Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

Cruise coastline, admire marine life, such as fish, dolphins, whales (seasonal), or other ocean creatures we might see on the tour. Explore sea caves and …More

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Cruise coastline, admire marine life, such as fish, dolphins, whales (seasonal), or other ocean creatures we might see on the tour. Explore sea caves and...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,477)
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$85
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour: Guaranteed or come again free

Why Choose Us for Your Manta Ray Night Snorkel? The strongest light power out of any operator…! Choose us if you want the most manta …More

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Why Choose Us for Your Manta Ray Night Snorkel? The strongest light power out of any operator…! Choose us if you want the most manta...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (2,426)
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$15
Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island-Manta Rays Guaranteed

Our location offers one of the world’s premier manta ray viewing experiences, just a five-minute boat ride from the snorkel site. Utilizing advanced viewing technology, …More

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Our location offers one of the world’s premier manta ray viewing experiences, just a five-minute boat ride from the snorkel site. Utilizing advanced viewing technology,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,960)
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$30
Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

See rare black sand beaches, visit the famous Kona Coffee Farm and the magnificent Volcanoes National Park including Thurston Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, …More

See rare black sand beaches, visit the famous Kona Coffee Farm and the magnificent Volcanoes National Park including Thurston Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,726)
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$309
Manta Magic: Small-Group Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua Kona

Avoid the crowds of the other "cattle boats" in Kona, and enjoy a small-group manta ray snorkeling experience with a maximum of 12 passengers. This …More

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Avoid the crowds of the other "cattle boats" in Kona, and enjoy a small-group manta ray snorkeling experience with a maximum of 12 passengers. This...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,138)
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$145
Big Island Zipline Tour Near Akaka Falls (250-ft Waterfall!)

**Weight Requirements 40lbs-260lbs PLEASE NOTE: Adult=Ages 12 and over 70-260lbs Youth=Ages 12 and under 70-260lbs Child=Ages 12 and under 40-69lbs (rides tandem with a certified …More

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**Weight Requirements 40lbs-260lbs PLEASE NOTE: Adult=Ages 12 and over 70-260lbs Youth=Ages 12 and under 70-260lbs Child=Ages 12 and under 40-69lbs (rides tandem with a certified...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$246
Big Island Highlights: Coffee, Volcano, Black Sands & Waterfall

This Kailani Tours experience is unique for its diverse blend of Hawai'i’s natural beauty, local flavors, and rich cultural history. Guests enjoy exclusive perks like …More

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This Kailani Tours experience is unique for its diverse blend of Hawai'i’s natural beauty, local flavors, and rich cultural history. Guests enjoy exclusive perks like...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,060)
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$299
Kona’s Best Morning Snorkel: Captain Cook & Kealakekua Bay

Since 1971, we've taken pride in offering a top-tier snorkeling experience backed by decades of expertise and a highly trained, lifeguard-certified crew. When you join …More

Since 1971, we've taken pride in offering a top-tier snorkeling experience backed by decades of expertise and a highly trained, lifeguard-certified crew. When you join...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,034)
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$194
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona

Hawai‘i Island’s only working salt farm, featured on Guy Fieri’s “Guy Hawaiian Style,” is located on a scenic 7-acre oceanfront site in the Hawai‘i Ocean …More

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Hawai‘i Island’s only working salt farm, featured on Guy Fieri’s “Guy Hawaiian Style,” is located on a scenic 7-acre oceanfront site in the Hawai‘i Ocean...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (925)
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$27
Sunset and Manta Ray Snorkel Adventure

Our most popular tour!  Watch a legendary Kona sunset from our spacious 50’ catamaran as you sail the Kona coast, followed by the adventure of …More

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Our most popular tour!  Watch a legendary Kona sunset from our spacious 50’ catamaran as you sail the Kona coast, followed by the adventure of...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (856)
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$155
Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

Nighttime Experience: Unlike typical snorkeling tours that take you place during the day, your tour offers the extraordinary opportunity to witness the majestic manta rays …More

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Nighttime Experience: Unlike typical snorkeling tours that take you place during the day, your tour offers the extraordinary opportunity to witness the majestic manta rays...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$75
Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Aboard a Luxury Catamaran from Kailua-Kona

Step aboard this double–decker catamaran, loaded with luxury features to provide you with the most comfortable snorkeling experience on Hawaii Island. Cruise 10 miles to …More

Step aboard this double–decker catamaran, loaded with luxury features to provide you with the most comfortable snorkeling experience on Hawaii Island. Cruise 10 miles to...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$184
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel — 85–95% Sighting Rate

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner …More

• 85–95% manta ray sighting rate at Manta Village, Kona • Return free within 7 days if no mantas seen — space available • Owner...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$141
Kona Afternoon Snorkel to Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

Depart Keauhou Bay at 2:00 PM aboard the Hoku Nui — Sea Paradise’s 50-foot luxury sailing catamaran — and sail to the World Famous Captain …More

Depart Keauhou Bay at 2:00 PM aboard the Hoku Nui — Sea Paradise’s 50-foot luxury sailing catamaran — and sail to the World Famous Captain...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (735)
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$136
Big Island Kohala Zipline Adventure

Are you ready to fly higher, faster & longer!! Get ready to experience the islands’ NEWEST zipline course. THE NEW KOHALA ZIPLINE is designed to …More

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Are you ready to fly higher, faster & longer!! Get ready to experience the islands’ NEWEST zipline course. THE NEW KOHALA ZIPLINE is designed to...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (726)
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$204
Kealakekua Bay (Captain Cook Monument) Snorkel and Sail Adventure

Join us aboard our luxurious 50’ catamaran “Kona Style”, as we sail the Kona coast. Scan the horizon for dolphins and whales (seasonal) from our …More

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Join us aboard our luxurious 50’ catamaran “Kona Style”, as we sail the Kona coast. Scan the horizon for dolphins and whales (seasonal) from our...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (712)
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$189
Kealakekua Bay Afternoon Snorkel: Family Fun on the Kona Coast

Spend your morning exploring the Big Island, then board the eco-friendly Fair Wind II for an afternoon of snorkeling highlights in Kealakekua Bay - relaxed, …More

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Spend your morning exploring the Big Island, then board the eco-friendly Fair Wind II for an afternoon of snorkeling highlights in Kealakekua Bay - relaxed,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (677)
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$144
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel— Small Group - Wetsuit Included

Family Friendly – We can accommodate kids, non-swimmers, and not-strong swimmers. All snorkel gear and wetsuits included. Small groups. Experienced crew. Amazing manta ray encounters. …More

Family Friendly – We can accommodate kids, non-swimmers, and not-strong swimmers. All snorkel gear and wetsuits included. Small groups. Experienced crew. Amazing manta ray encounters....

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (651)
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$123
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