Day trips from Big Island of Hawaii

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The best day out of Big Island of Hawaii is usually the one someone else drives. These trips handle the transfers, the timings and the tickets, and have you back by evening.

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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

4.8 (6,278)2h 30m

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 neon lights. Join us for a memorable and magical moment of a night snorkel…

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Kona Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail

4.8 (335)1h 30m

End your day in paradise with a sunset sail along the beautiful Kona Coast aboard the Spirit of Aloha. Enjoy panoramic views of the ocean and coastline as the sky transforms with vibrant hues of orange, pink and gold.…

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

4.8 (1,865)7h 30m

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 Big Island. Stand amidst the world’s largest collection of research…

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

4.8 (2,983)6h

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 arrival & departure. Hilo Hotel Guests: Meeting location is Hilo Hawaiian Hotel…

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Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History

4.9 (7,033)11h

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 of the Volcanoes National Park, walk through rainforests to…

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Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour

4.9 (1,627)8h

Head to the Mauna Kea Observatory, nestled high in the mountains of the Big Island, and experience an intriguing and provocative journey through space and time. Discover Hawaii from the top of the island's tallest peak,…

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Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

4.9 (2,495)4h

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 other historical areas where ancient Hawaiians made history and…

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Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

4.9 (829)2h 30m

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 at night. This unique experience allows you to…

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Kona Snorkel Tour: Captain Cook Reef Snorkel, Dolphin & Sea Caves

4.6 (1,602)2h 30m

Captain Cook Snorkel Tour ! What Makes Our Daytime Snorkel to Kealakekua Bay / Captain Cook monument Unique Fast, agile Zodiac RIB boat (used by Navy SEALs) gets you to the bay quickly and allows access to hidden sea…

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Big Island: Atlantis Submarine from Kona Beach

4.7 (751)1h

Discover our world beneath the waves with Atlantis Submarines Kona! Our battery-powered vessels are the world’s most technologically advanced passenger submarines. A special added bonus of this tour experience is also…

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Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit Tour with Free Night Star Photo

4.8 (1,759)8h

We will take you to the summit of Mauna Kea to see the sunset and we will do stargazing afterward (not at the summit). Our most unique part is that our guides will take the photo of the sunset and stars for you using…

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island

4.7 (228)10h

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 legends about just how these magnificent islands formed … as well…

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Big Island Historical Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

4.7 (1,339)3h

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 and legends of the sites you will see along the way. First cocktail is on the…

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Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour: Guaranteed or come again free

4.7 (2,572)1h 30m

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 rays statistically! Our light boards has 300,000 lumens Power of blue or white dive…

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Big Island, Hawaii: Volcanoes National Park Safari

4.6 (586)55 min

Safari Helicopters is the longest running helicopter company on Big island. We have been offering these quality tours for many years, and we love what we do. As a family owned and operated business for over 35+ years,…

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Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour

5.0 (578)6h 30m

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 a family operated business means super clean luxury vans and pride in our work &…

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing from Oahu

4.7 (271)12h

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 gets you to the Big Island for a visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park,…

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Small Group Big Island Twilight Volcano and Stargazing Tour

4.9 (1,732)12h

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, and past lava flow. Finish the adventure with stargazing…

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Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay

4.6 (278)2h 30m

Daytime Snorkel Adventure – Captain Cook Monument & Kealakekua Bay Snorkel the vibrant coral reefs at Kealakekua Bay, home of the Captain Cook Monument Explore hidden sea caves, lava tubes, coves, and dramatic coastline…

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Big Island: Discover Hilo Helicopter Tour

4.4 (123)50 min

Experience Kilauea's power! Projecting some of the most unique and cherished cultural landscapes in the world, get a birds-eye-view of the most geologically active environment on earth which has been continuously…

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Big Island Spectacular Helicopter Tour

4.8 (131)2h

Discover both the Big Island's beauty and its volcanic fury. Experience all the awesome spectacle of Madame Pele's lava and volcanic badlands, then explore lush rainforests and the Hamakua Coast. Finally, the deep and…

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Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos

4.8 (273)2h

Led by both an astronomer and an astro-photographer, we’re the only stargazing tour that combines expert guidance with astrophotography, offers two-hour experiences, avoids crowds, and has a stargazing guarantee. Part 1…

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Big Island: Fat Tire E-Bike Tour through Volcanoes National Park

4.8 (654)3h

Join our knowledgeable guide as you explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on our Fat Tire E-Bikes. Along the way, they’ll share captivating insights into the park’s geology, history, and the unique flora and fauna of…

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Big Island in a Day-Explore Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & more

5.0 (159)9h

Explore the stunning landscapes of the Big Island on this comprehensive tour that circles the entire island. From the dramatic vistas of Volcanoes National Park to the serene beauty of Akaka Falls and unique black sand…

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