Top things to do in Big Island of Hawaii in Summer (Updated October 2026)

Big Island of Hawaii, USA
Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars

Delight in the awe-inspiring sunset at the top of Mauna Kea, the highest point in the Pacific. Your guide will share historic accounts of the …More

Delight in the awe-inspiring sunset at the top of Mauna Kea, the highest point in the Pacific. Your guide will share historic accounts of the...

5 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$289
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
Award Winning Farm Tour: Coffee, Chocolate and Unique Gifts

Experience the pinnacle of excellence with our awarded BADGE OF EXCELLENCE! Dive into the fascinating world of coffee and chocolate production in Hawaii like never …More

Experience the pinnacle of excellence with our awarded BADGE OF EXCELLENCE! Dive into the fascinating world of coffee and chocolate production in Hawaii like never...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$50
Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

Set sail on the west coast of Hawaii Island for a 3-hour cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument for dinner, as a local historian shares stories …More

Set sail on the west coast of Hawaii Island for a 3-hour cruise to Captain Cook’s Monument for dinner, as a local historian shares stories...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$189
Abalone Farm Tour

Big Island abalone farm is the largest abalone aquaculture farm in the US. We raise "ezo", japanese premium abalone. Our farm sustainably raise premium shellfish. …More

Big Island abalone farm is the largest abalone aquaculture farm in the US. We raise "ezo", japanese premium abalone. Our farm sustainably raise premium shellfish....

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$35
Big Island Volcano Adventure from Kona: Small Group

The Big Island of Hawai'i is one of the most diverse places on planet earth! Here you have an opportunity to get a taste of …More

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The Big Island of Hawai'i is one of the most diverse places on planet earth! Here you have an opportunity to get a taste of...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$247
Mauna Kea Arnott's Adventures

Our Mauna Kea Summit Tour is designed to showcase the beauty and wonder of one of the most impressive mountains in the world. Mauna Kea …More

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Our Mauna Kea Summit Tour is designed to showcase the beauty and wonder of one of the most impressive mountains in the world. Mauna Kea...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$255
Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch

Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, and stories about the places …More

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Join us for a half-day adventure tour exploring the Big Island from summit to sea. Enjoy hands-on artifacts, fresh fruit, and stories about the places...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (146)
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$189
Kona Coffee Farm Tour

"Kona Coffee Delight: A Journey through Hawaiian Coffee" Discover the allure of 100% Kona Coffee on your farm tour in Hawaii's Kona Coffee region. Learn …More

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"Kona Coffee Delight: A Journey through Hawaiian Coffee" Discover the allure of 100% Kona Coffee on your farm tour in Hawaii's Kona Coffee region. Learn...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$33
Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden

Explore Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, swim at Kulanipia private waterfalls, visit majestic Waipio Valley Lookout, and hike to the stunning Akaka Falls and Rainbow Falls …More

Explore Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, swim at Kulanipia private waterfalls, visit majestic Waipio Valley Lookout, and hike to the stunning Akaka Falls and Rainbow Falls...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (526)
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$309
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Unlock the diverse wonders of the Big Island with this all-in-one self-guided audio tour bundle. From volcanic landscapes and rainforest adventures to coastal panoramas and …More

Unlock the diverse wonders of the Big Island with this all-in-one self-guided audio tour bundle. From volcanic landscapes and rainforest adventures to coastal panoramas and...

5 days Free Cancellation
4.7 (140)
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$35
Premium Kona Coast Morning Snorkel

Adventure down the Southern Kona Coast on our fleet of covered boats for everyone’s comfort. Snorkel the pristine Puʻuhonua O Honaunau (The Place of Refuge) …More

Adventure down the Southern Kona Coast on our fleet of covered boats for everyone’s comfort. Snorkel the pristine Puʻuhonua O Honaunau (The Place of Refuge)...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$165
Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour

Native Hawaiian guided tours, get the best and the most of what people truly want to experience in the Big Island! Being that we are …More

Native Hawaiian guided tours, get the best and the most of what people truly want to experience in the Big Island! Being that we are...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
Kona Haunted Hele Ghost Tour

One of Kona's most popular nighttime activities and rated excellent on City Helicopter Tours! Step into the spooky past and supernatural happenings of Kona on …More

One of Kona's most popular nighttime activities and rated excellent on City Helicopter Tours! Step into the spooky past and supernatural happenings of Kona on...

90 to 120 minutes
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$59
Flight of Aloha: Hawai‘i’s Immersive Flying Ride Experience

At Flight of Aloha, we believe everyone should have the chance to experience the magic of flying over Hawai‘i without the price, fear, or limitations …More

At Flight of Aloha, we believe everyone should have the chance to experience the magic of flying over Hawai‘i without the price, fear, or limitations...

25 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
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$35
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour

See two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa, on a small group tour that features the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes …More

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See two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa, on a small group tour that features the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$188
Big Island: Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure

The experience of watching 40 foot (12 meter) whales from a 24 foot (7 meter) Zodiac raft is something you'll never forget! Following Hawaiian Marine …More

The experience of watching 40 foot (12 meter) whales from a 24 foot (7 meter) Zodiac raft is something you'll never forget! Following Hawaiian Marine...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves and Lava trees in a …More

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Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves and Lava trees in a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (429)
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$160
Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona

We are a small company started by a Geologist that has the drive and inspiration to teach Hawaii's geological past along with all the other …More

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We are a small company started by a Geologist that has the drive and inspiration to teach Hawaii's geological past along with all the other...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (349)
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$259
Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa

We are a small company started by a Geologist that has the drive and inspiration to teach Hawaii's geological past along with all the other …More

We are a small company started by a Geologist that has the drive and inspiration to teach Hawaii's geological past along with all the other...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (228)
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$259
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island

Take a journey to the youngest Hawaiian Island and witness firsthand the amazing power of Hawaii’s fiery goddess of fire, Madame Pele. Learn the ancient …More

Take a journey to the youngest Hawaiian Island and witness firsthand the amazing power of Hawaii’s fiery goddess of fire, Madame Pele. Learn the ancient...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$139
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